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Things and Stuff: 08/24/00

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Karen Jones

Karen Jones

KAREN JONES ...

of Sylva was recently named a "Shining Star" at Harrah's Cherokee Casino for providing great service and promoting teamwork. "Karen is a 'team player.' She brings an exuberant amount of energy to the Total Rewards team. She always has a smile and never meets a stranger," said Andrew Oocumma, assistant Total Rewards manager. Employees at the casino nominate co-workers each month for the awards. Three winners each receive $100, gift baskets, special parking privileges and more. Other winners this month are Tara Reed and Jodie Taylor of Cherokee.

Tammy Mattox

Tammy Mattox

TAMMY MATTOX ...

of Bryson City, daughter of Bennett Crisp of Sylva, will compete at Harrah's Cherokee Casino this weekend in Saturday's state finals of the Hawaiian Tropic model pageant. Mattox is in the running for the title of Miss Hawaiian Tropic North Carolina. She has already secured one of only 50 spots at the world Ujena Swimwear finals in Cancun, Mexico. She will compete this month for the finals of the Venus Swimwear pageant. Mattox will appear this fall in various USA Network shows. For dates and times of upcoming everts, check her website.

Sinbad

Sinbad

COMEDIAN ...

Sinbad will perform in Harrah's Cherokee Pavilion for two shows Wednesday and Thursday, Aug. 30-31. Sinbad has built a loyal following through sold-out comedy shows and has gone from being one of America's best-loved and funniest comedians to national stardom in television and movies. Tickets, which start at $25, are on sale now and can be purchased by calling 1-800-HARRAHS.

RONALD WEBB ...

of Franklin is the winner of a $25 gift certificate to The Well House in Dillsboro. He won the contest sponsored by this newspaper as part of our Great Smoky Dining Guide. To find out how to enter, as well as to learn about the best local places to eat, check out our dining guide on pages 2 and 3C.

SMOKY MOUNTAIN HIGH'S PTO ...

will sponsor a taco salad dinner/silent auction Tuesday, Aug. 29, from 4 until 7 p.m. The event was planned in conjunction with the school open house from 5 to 7 p.m. that same evening. Dinner tickets are $4 and are available from PTO members or at Dunnahoe-Shaw Ford and Wayah Insurance. The menu will include taco salad, drink and dessert. A silent auction will be in the school lobby during the dinner. Those who have items to donate are asked to call Susan Karcher at 631-1212.

MOUNTAIN MARKET ...

Kitchen is a new restaurant that has joined our dining guide. Located in Dillsboro on U.S. 441 next to the Holiday BP, the eatery features homestyle food that is prepared fresh daily. Takeout orders are available. Call 631-0224 for information or to place orders.

Want to know more about elections in Jackson County? You can now visit the Jackson County Board of Elections' website at www.smnet.net/jcboe for general information on registering to vote, elibility, one-stop voting, county precincts and much more.

GREAT SMOKY ...

Mountains Railroad is again sponsoring a photo contest for railroad passengers and area visitors. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top five photos, with $200 going to the first-place winner. The next 95 winners will receive a $10 gift certificate to any GMSR gift store. Contestants may enter up to three photos or slides. Judges will look for inspiring images of scenery, people or railroading, a spokesman said. Entry deadline is Oct. 31, and photos may be mailed or delivered to Photo Contest 2000, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, P.O. Box 397, Dillsboro, N.C. 28725. For more information, call 1-800-872-4681.

SYLVA-WEBSTER'S ...

Class of 1965 will hold its 35th reunion Saturday, Oct. 7, at the Holiday Inn in Cherokee. Registration will begin at 6 p.m. with dinner at 7 p.m. to be followed by entertainment and socializing. Cost is $25 per person. All who were ever members of the class, even in elementary school, are invited - not just those who graduated, said a reunion spokesman. All of the class's teachers are invited as well. Reservations may be made through Joe Henry Ward, 497-2241; Pam Buchanan Jackson, 586-5039; or Sharon Cowan Ridley, 586-4809. A book about the class members is planned, and each member is asked to submit information. To be included, please contact one of the individuals listed above.

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