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January 2021 Newsletter A New Local Amenity! Wellness Center Updates Around the Firehouse News ...and more!
Jasper Highlands’ very own Restaurant and Brewery!
The combination of chef-inspired food, expertly made
craft beer, and spectacular views makes Top of The
Rock a place like no other. Our recipes are made
fresh from scratch using the best ingredients we can
find. Our mission is to be your favorite locally-owned
watering hole: a place where friends can gather to
celebrate great food, great beers, and great times.
Some Selections from the Menu
Brunch:
Biscuits, Avocado Toast, Breakfast Grilled Cheese
Veggie Wraps, Breakfast Burritos, and more!
Lunch:
Chef Salads, Chicken Salads, Smash Burgers, Wraps &
Sandwiches, and more!
Dinner:
Chef Salads, Fried Shrimp, Nachos, Smash Burgers, Wraps
& Sandwiches, Trout, Steak, Chicken Piccata and more!
Brunch every Sunday!
Our Brews
KOLSCH: WHEAT:
Easy drinking light beer A crystal-style wheat beer
that finishes crisp and with hints of orange peel
clean and spice
IPA: RED ALE:
Bright, drinkable IPA A crisp, malty ale with
balanced with citrus and floral hops and bright
pine flavors and aromas caramel malts
STOUT: SEASONAL:
A southern American take Always something new,
on a traditional dry Irish fresh and different
stout
Thank You from the Jasper Highlands Team!
Click the link below to see a new video from the Jasper Highlands Team,
a big 'Thank You' to everyone in our amazing community.
Jasper Highlands Thank You!
THE WELLNESS CENTER
in association with
Personal Training A Healthy Life
One-on-One
Personal Training 1-on-1 personal training helps you set, Busy lives? Fast food? Quick fixes?
by pursue, and maintain your fitness goals. The fitness industry has made a fortune
Our certified fitness trainers ensure that out of feeding unhealthy ideas to
you are training safely, and getting people. At Forte Fitness, your trainer
the maximum benefit out of each will provide personalized nutritional
session. We invite you to schedule a leadership! We help shape healthy
complimentary session, which includes bodies to promote overall wellness,
a tour of the studio, medical screening, and reduce preventable heart disease,
goal setting consultation, and training. obesity, high cholesterol, and more.
Some Words from a Happy Member
Before moving to Jasper Highlands, Sandy and I had our own exercise routines through our employers, so when the
Jasper Highlands Wellness Center opened we signed up. The Center offers equipment suited to a wide variety of
strength and cardio regimens, and we use the free weights, rowing, and elliptical machines that suit our conditioning
needs very well.
In addition, we appreciate the assistance from the staff concerning our minor aches and pains that come with getting
older while maintaining our conditioning plan. In one case, Andy offered the following for a sore tendon: Rest, Ice,
Compression, Elevation: RICE. Easy to remember and effective for this particular case. The Wellness Center facility
and staff are a tangible blessing to us in our retirement, and we hope to continue using the facility in the future.
Mike & Sally B.
Visit Our Facebook Page
Facebook.com/JasperHighlandsWellness/
Schedule a Session at the Wellness Center!
JasperHighlandsWellness.com or (423)-939-9061
Wellness Center Reminders
K. Hays offers massage services every other Sat.
Group fitness is free your first time!
No membership required to purchase spin & yoga
classes or personal training sessions
New Years Resolution Tips from Andy Wells
New Year... New You!
1 month FREE trial membership during the month of January!
The New Year is here! At this time of year most people become a little more reflective. We tend to evaluate dif-
ferent areas of our life we would like to improve specifically one’s health. I am sure many of you reading this
article had sincere plans to make 2020 the year you finally took the steps to improve your health. Although many
people sincerely felt this way, the odds are probably that only a few actually did achieve their goals.
So, how can you make 2021 different and dedicate this year to your health??? Here are three suggestions that
I know work because I have personally seen many people apply these three tips and many have lost 20-100
pounds, blood pressure has improved, cholesterol levels have dropped, bodies are more functional, and people
are eating more healthfully.
1. Set Exercise Appointments with yourself. Whether you are a busy professional, busy mother or both
your day is filled with appointments with other people. You certainly would not be disrespectful and miss a sched-
uled appointment. Set exercise appointments with yourself and give yourself the respect you give others. Don’t
miss your appointment! When life happens and you miss a scheduled appointment you must reschedule your
missed appointment. There are 168 hours in a week. You can do this!!!
2. Set Specific, Realistic, Measurable Goals. Begin with what works for you. This is an example of
a specific, realistic and measurable goal for January – exercise 3 times per week for 15 minutes. Set it in your
calendar with date, exact time of day, and your exercise plan. Three times per week is 12 exercise sessions of
15 minutes for the first month. If you miss simply reschedule your exercise appointment and make sure by Janu-
ary 31 you have exercised 12 different days for 15 minutes. Maintaining your exercise volume each month is a
major key. At the end of the month reflect and re-evaluate making changes to your goals. It could be 13 exercise
sessions of 20 minutes each. The key is simply to get started, set a goal that is specific, realistic, measurable, and
attainable for you to build on.
3. ACCOUNTABILITY!!! Accountability is essential to keeping your exercise appointment with yourself. But for
most of us accountability to self is not enough. It’s too easy to rationalize something else is more important. Differ-
ent people are successful with different forms of accountability. For some simply investing in a gym membership is
enough, for others having a friend or a group you are committed to exercise with, and for others a higher degree
of accountability is needed, for example, a personal trainer. We all spend a great deal of money on health insur-
ance, which is not health insurance at all. Taking care of one’s health through proper nutrition and exercise is true
health insurance. The simple key here is get the accountability you need. If a friend works, great! If a group works,
great! If you know you need the highest level of accountability, I suggest investing for 12 weeks in personal train-
ing and then re-evaluating. Look at it as if you are taking a class to invest in your health. We have all invested in
education to better our lives; so, it just makes sense to do the same for our health. The secret is accountability to a
coach, mentor, guide, someone who is committed to your commitment and impervious to your excuses.
We are all well aware of the health crisis in America related to obesity, heart disease, diabetes, hypertension,
high cholesterol, and a host of other preventable diseases. Make a commitment to the three tips above and you
are on your way to receiving the benefits of exercise and healthy eating habits. When you are physically fit you
will feel better, sleep better, overcome stress, work better, communicate better, play better and live better! Make
2021 the year you really DO something about making a lifestyle change that will improve your quality of life for
years to come!!!
The Wellness Center: Schedule
The Wellness Center (Staffed Hours)
Monday Wednesday Tues / Thurs Friday Saturday Sunday
7am - 2pm 7am - 2pm 12pm - 7pm 7am - 2pm 8am - 12pm Closed
The Wellness Center (Class Hours)
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday
10am - Vinyasa Yoga 10am - Yogalates 10am - Vinyasa Yoga 10am - Yogalates
4pm - Yogalates 4pm - Vinyasa Yoga 4pm - Yogalates 4pm - Vinyasa Yoga
Friday Saturday
Bi-Weekly Fitness Seminars* 9am - Spin
(Dates TBD, follow us on Facebook for updates!) 10:15 - Vinyasa Yoga
*Complimentary to all members/residents 11:30 - Tai Chi
A Shoutout to Cody Averbeck
The architect and builder of the Jasper Highlands trail system, Cody
Averbeck, recently worked to develop a magnificent new amenity just
outside the back gate!
Chattanooga Times Free Press
If you have an emergency, be it fire, medical, or criminal, always dial
Around the Firehouse 911. All of our Department responses to an emergency come from
Marion County Dispatch as a result of your call.
For the safety of all involved, the Jasper Highlands
Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary had to cancel
the December 12th Christmas Parade and related
events due to the COVID-19 threat. The JHFD
and the JHVFD Auxiliary have the responsibility
to protect the health and safety of our community
and our firefighters. However, the raffle drawing
for the Big Green Egg and Lodge Cookware was
conducted remotely. The winners were:
1st Prize (Big Green Egg): Pete Wallace
2nd Prize: Brent Barker
3rd Prize: Tom Phillips
4th Prize: Kim Robertson
Approximately $5,690 was raised for the
Department, during this event. We are humbled
by the generosity of Tower Bank for their donation Dave Harp, President of JHFD
to purchase the Big Green Egg and Lodge
Manufacturing for the donation of the beautiful On December 1st at approximately 3AM, JHFD
Lodge cookware. In addition, Top of the Rock responded to a mutual aid fire emergency call
restaurant provided venue and appetizers to kick for assistance in Jasper, TN regarding a cabinet
off the start of the raffle during a “Come Meet factory on fire. Eight JH Firefighters responded
Your Firefighters” party in October. Finally, we and helped extinguish the blaze on a cold snowy
want to thank the incredible generosity of the night after about 3 hours work. Unfortunately, the
JH Community which will allow us to continue to factory was destroyed. It was a serious event with
grow and provide tools and equipment we need to other fire departments responding from Jasper,
protect this Community. South Pittsburg, and Hale Town.
Chief Lowell Hardin
Around the Firehouse
The JHFD would like to welcome Bjarne and Our new Assistant Fire Chief is Rich Hahn from
Rachel Borresen as our newest members of New Jersey. Rich brings 28 years of Firefighting
the Fire Department. Bjarne and Rachel are our experience and 8 years of experience as a certified
second active couple to become firefighters along EMS specialist to the force! Welcome aboard
with Jeff and Linda Wolf. The Borresens are from Assistant Chief Hahn!
Chattanooga and are building their dream home on
Sunset View Lots 102 and 103. Both are Registered
Nurses. Rachel is currently working in IT for HCA
and Bjarne is a Nurse Anesthetist at Parkridge East
Hospital! Welcome aboard!
If you would like to join this exceptional team,
please contact Chief Hardin at 256-529-1658.
RD Johnson - Firefighter
From the Chief In previous newsletters, we have addressed current events and the challenges that we have faced this year. In addition to the election and political climate, the COVID-19 pandemic has been a focus. The disease is real and has had affects ranging from no symptoms to death. The media and many politicians have capitalized on the disease and created chaos and angst, which has led to doubt and denial that there even was an issue. I would like to speak about the vaccine, but first I would like to give my credentials to allow you the ability to trust, or not trust, my thoughts. I have been a registered nurse for 28 years and worked in, and led, Emergency Departments around the southeast and have a Master’s in Nursing Administration. I have been an EMT for 32 years, 28 of those as a paramedic. I have been in the fire service 34 years and maintain board certification as a National Healthcare Disaster Professional. For the last 9 years, I have worked as a consultant working with hospitals to improve emergency services and patient flow. Most recently, I led the emergency response and preparation for the COVID pandemic in a university hospital system in Philadelphia where I was responsible for three emergency departments and a clinical decision unit, which became the first COVID inpatient unit in the division. The COVID-19 virus, SARS-CoV-2, is a novel coronavirus that is genetically similar to the SARS virus that caused the outbreak in 2003. It is in the coronavirus family, which typically cause upper respiratory infections and symptoms. COVID-19 is different in that it causes systemic complications in many people. These systemic complications cause the severe symptom that can even lead to death in some people. There are many different opinions on the virus and my goal is not to convince you to take, or not to take, the vaccine; rather, to provide education based on my direct experience and research. There are two vaccines that have been approved at the writing of this article, Pfizer and Moderna. Both of these vaccines have similarities as both utilize mRNA and the viral “spike” protein that is utilized by viruses to enter cells. The vaccine is delivered in a “fat bubble.” This type of vaccine has not been mass produced prior to COVID, but has been researched for some time. Contrary to other types of vaccines, it does not contain attenuated (weakened), or even dead viruses. The “spike” is only a section of the virus. Due to this, it is physically impossible to get COVID from the vaccine.
From the Chief
Both companies had significant numbers of participants in trials. Pfizer had
over 43,000 and Moderna had 30,000. In addition to the trials, the Pfizer
vaccine has been administered to several thousand people since approval in
Europe.
The trials found the following:
• 94+% effective in preventing COVID 19 after both doses (administered
roughly 3 weeks apart)
• 100% effective in preventing severe disease
• Most common side effects (less than 6% experienced any of the side
effects):
- Soreness at injection site
- Fever/chills, tiredness, body aches and joint pain for a few days, pri-
marily after the second injection
- Much discussion is in the media about two (2) allergic reactions in
Europe in persons who had documented severe allergies and carried
Epipens. There has been one documented allergic reaction in Alaska
where the person had no history. She was treated for the allergic re-
action without further issues.
- The vaccines have been trialed since July and there are no docu-
mented cases of longer term effects at this point
Vaccination is recommended even if you have had COVID. There is varying
immune response to those who have had the disease and the resistance to
further infections is less predictable than those who have had the vaccine.
The vaccines are currently in distribution to each state based on governmental
recommendations. Each state has developed a state specific plan which
includes prioritizations developed by the state.
No matter your beliefs, each of us wants the pandemic to end to return to
more normal lives. Living in a free country allows us to make our own choices,
which includes the decision on the immunization. My thoughts and prayers
are with each of you as you weigh the pros and cons. The JHFD is here to
respond and support our community pre, during, and post-COVID. As for me,
I will take the vaccine.
Lowell Hardin, MSN, RN, NRP, NHDP-BC || ChiefThis running FAQ will be updated each Wednesday Denotes new Q/A Language updates in green font Latest update: December 8, 2020 Q: How do I know when I will be able to take the COVID-19 Vaccine? A: Because there isn’t enough vaccine for everyone, the vaccine will be given in “phases”, or groups, with people who are at highest risk of getting the virus or becoming seriously ill from it getting the vaccine first. The different “phases” are written in the State’s COVID-19 vaccine plan, which is found here. As of December 7, 2020, the first phase, or Phase 1a1, includes healthcare workers, first responders, home care staff, staff of COVID-19 mass-testing events, residents and staff of long-term care facilities (skilled nursing facilities, assisted living centers, group homes and residential homes for the aged), and those providing healthcare services in schools, colleges, and universities. Phase 1a2 includes out-patient health providers including pharmacists, dentists, and behavioral health providers. If you fall into one of those categories, your employer will tell you when you can get a vaccine. Q: Is the COVID-19 vaccine free if I am eligible to receive it? A: Yes, the COVID-19 vaccine will be free to anyone who wishes to get one. Q: Until I have access to the COVID-19 vaccine, what can I do to protect myself from COVID-19? A: Watch your distance (keep at least six feet minimum between you and anyone who doesn’t live with you), wear a mask when in public, wash your hands for at least 20 seconds with soap and warm water and avoid being around others who are sick. For more information about protecting yourself visit the CDC website. Q: If I receive the COVID-19 vaccine, but my family has not, should I wear a mask and practice social distancing to prevent bringing the virus home to my family? A: Yes. Even after you receive the vaccine, you should be careful to wear a mask, watch your distance and wash your hands frequently. Q: Is there a chance I could get COVID-19 even after I receive the vaccine? A: Protection from COVID-19 may start shortly after the first dose of vaccine. Additionally, you still need to watch your distance, wear a mask, and wash your hands frequently. Q: Are there any side effects associated with receiving the COVID-19 vaccine? A: No serious side effects have been seen, but some have had headache, felt tired, or had some redness and soreness where they got the shot. These symptoms usually go away within a couple of days.
Heating
Safety
There is something about the winter months and curling up with a good
book by the fireplace. But did you know that heating equipment is one of
the leading causes of home fire deaths? With a few simple safety tips and
precautions you can prevent most heating fires from happening.
be warm and safe this winter!
• Keep anything that can burn at
least three-feet (one metre)
away from heating equipment,
like the furnace, fireplace, wood Install wood burning stoves
stove, or portable space heater. following manufacturer’s
instructions or have a
• Have a three-foot (one metre) “kid-free zone” professional do the installation.
around open fires and space heaters. All fuel-burning equipment
should be vented to the outside
• Never use your oven to heat your home. to avoid carbon monoxide
• Have a qualified professional install stationary (CO) poisoning.
space heating equipment, water heaters or central Install and maintain CO
heating equipment according to the local codes alarms to avoid the risk
of CO poisoning. If
and manufacturer’s instructions. you smell gas in
• Have heating equipment and chimneys cleaned and your gas heater,
do not light the
inspected every year by a qualified professional. appliance. Leave the
• Remember to turn portable heaters off when home immediately
and call your local fire
leaving the room or going to bed. department or gas company.
• Always use the right kind of fuel, specified by the
manufacturer, for fuel burning space heaters. FACT
• Make sure the fireplace has a sturdy screen to stop
Half of home heating fires are
sparks from flying into the room. Ashes should be
reported during the months
cool before putting them in a metal container. Keep
of December, January,
the container a safe distance away from your home.
and February.
• Test smoke alarms at least once a month.
NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
The leading information and knowledge resource
on fire, electrical and related hazardsCandle
Safety
Candles may be pretty to look at but they are a cause of home
fires — and home fire deaths. Remember, a candle is an open flame,
which means that it can easily ignite anything that can burn.
“CANDLE WITH CARE” Candles and Kids
• Blow out all candles when you leave the room or go Never leave a child alone
to bed. Avoid the use of candles in the bedroom in a room with a burning
and other areas where people may fall asleep. candle. Keep matches and
lighters up high and out of
• Keep candles at least 1 foot (30 centimetres) away
children’s reach, in a
from anything that can burn.
locked cabinet.
Think about using flameless
candles in your home. They look
and smell like real candles.
If you Do buRN CANDLEs, make sure that you...
• Use candle holders that are sturdy, and won’t tip
over easily.
• Put candle holders on a sturdy, uncluttered surface.
FACTS
•
• Light candles carefully. Keep your hair and any
loose clothing away from the flame. ! December is the peak
month for home candle
• Don’t burn a candle all the way down — put it out
fires.
•
before it gets too close to the
holder or container. ! More than one-third of
home candle fires started
• Never use a candle if oxygen
in the bedroom.
•
is used in the home.
• Have flashlights and
! Three of every five candle
fires start when things that
battery-powered lighting
can burn are too close to
ready to use during a power
the candle.
outage. Never use candles.
NATIONAL FIRE
PROTECTION ASSOCIATION
The leading information and knowledge resource
on fire, electrical and related hazards
nfpa.org/education ©NFPA 2019Firefighter Spotlight
This month’s Firefighter Spotlight is on Cliff Firefighter many years ago in North Georgia and I
Lowrance from Chattanooga. Cliff has been our felt obligated to offer my service.
outstanding Assistant Fire Chief for the past 3
years. Cliff is a Rock! Cliff knows mechanical. What do you like most about Jasper Highlands
Cliff knows electrical. Cliff knows Southeast Fire Department?
Tennessee. Cliff knows everybody. Cliff is one of
the primary reasons JHFD came to be and why it Well, it has certainly been an honor to serve as the
is so exceptional. Cliff’s son Chris is our Training Assistant Fire Chief of our great Fire Department
Officer and is also Chief of North Dade County under Chief Hardin these past 3 years. But most
Georgia Fire Department. We love Cliff and Chris! of all being able to serve with some of the most
What did you do in your professional life before dedicated men and women I have ever known and
moving to Jasper Highlands? extremely proud to call my brothers and sisters.
Our Firefighters have studied and trained hard,
over 2,200 training hours this year alone, and have
made JHFD one of the best Fire Departments in
the County. Most of you know by now that I will
be moving into the Valley soon and decided it
best not to seek re-election as Assistant Chief.
However, I will remain active in the Department as
a Firefighter and it is my desire to continue to offer
my services.
Cliff Lowrance
I worked in public transportation for forty-one
years and retired as Maintenance Director for
the Chattanooga Area Regional Transit Authority.
I was also Co-owner of a Chattanooga Tour
Company for several years. I still work occasionally
as a consultant for the Federal Transit Authority Cliff Lowrance
in equipment purchases for cities throughout the
U.S.
What made you want to become a Firefighter at If you would like to join this exceptional team,
this stage of your life? please contact Chief Hardin at 256-529-1658.
As one of the first residents on Jasper Highlands - RD Johnson / Firefighter -
Mountain, I saw the need for fire protection and
was part of a small group that helped organize
the initial Department. I had prior experience as aMonthly Potlucks - Pickle ball groups - Gym and Yoga Classes Ladies Bunco - Horseshoes - Pool parties - Various holiday parties ATV/UTV group rides - BBQ's - Men's Breakfast Club Group hikes - Art classes - Ladies Game Night - Group restaurant visits - Chattanooga Lookouts - Minor League Baseball games Bible studies - Fishing - Dog park parties - Jam sessions at the pavilion Card parties - Campfires - Group motorcycle rides ...and much much more!
News, Notes and Reminders
Anyone wishing to donate to our Jasper Please abide by the speed limit and be aware of
Highlands Volunteer Fire Department cyclists!
Anyone wishing to donate to our Jasper Highlands
Volunteer Fire Department can now use Venmo! Find us
on Venmo at: JHVFD-AUX Know someone from any of the following states?
Or make a check payable to JHVFD AUXILIARY and mail You could be $1000 richer for referring someone to us
to Jasper Highlands Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, who buys from any of our states not represented here at
c/o Anna Johnson Treasurer, 170 Hovering Hawk Dr.,
Jasper TN 37347 Jasper Highlands!
Either way, please indicate if you want a receipt for Idaho, North Dakota, or Rhode Island
tax purposes (email address or mailing address). The
department is a 501(c)3 and your donations are tax
deductible and very much appreciated.
PLEASE avoid all unpaved roads and the
hunting areas for safety to all!
Interested in being featured in our Community
Spotlight section? The JH Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary
Welcome Committee:
Just email jillb@tnland.com!
New homeowners should expect a welcome visit from a
pair of JHVFD Auxiliary members soon after you move
in. Their mission is to share very important fire safety
We have changed the bathroom codes for all and general JH information with you and answer most
any question you may have as a new neighbor! Till
of the restrooms on the mountain (Pat’s Summitt,
then please check out the Fire Department / Auxiliary
Gazebodacious, and the Hemmingway Hut) to 1478 website: www.jhvfda.com for JH lifestyle information,
Please remember to lock the doors after you use them! FAQ's and an ever expanding local business directory.
JHWS Customers,
If you would like to set up trash and recycle pick up
It is required by the State of Tennessee to have a
services, please contact Angela Meyers Backflow Preventer installed on your property if you
have a Pool, Lawn Irrigation, Hot Tub, etc. Please
Her email is amyers@republicservices.com and her notify JHWS once your backflow preventer has been
cell number is 423-834-0566. installed on any new construction of such projects. It
should also be noted that backflow preventers are
required to be tested yearly for proper performance
by a certified inspector.
For your dogs safety, please have your dog on a leash The following information should be emailed to
anytime they are outside of your yard! Heath Hall: hhall@tnland.com
Installation Date
Model Number
Serial Number
Know someone looking for a beautiful wedding Owners Name & Email
Lot Number
venue?
Send them over to get more info from: If you have any questions, please contact
www.jasperhighlands.com/lifestyle/weddings/
Heath Hall hhall@tnland.com or Clarence
Howard clarence@thunderenterprises.comUpcoming Jasper Highlands Sales Events!
March 22nd to 28th
Start Planning Today!
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