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epartment24JANUARY FEBRUARY 201728 What’s New at Cityview: Contributors From the Smoky Mountains re to SequoyahHills, our folks were everywhere this issue. We check in behind the scenes.30 From the Publisher: Interesting Times The past year has presented us with a hostof unexpected happenings. One response is to bury ourselves in the complexities of the unexpected. Nathan Sparks proposes a simpler approach.32 Around Town: John Paul White isn’t letting his split from The CivilWars stop him. He is continuing to wow crowds with his new solo album Beulah.34 Social Calendar: Our Pick 7Ober Gatlinburg will crown the King and Queenof the Slopes this month. Not in the mood for the cold? Then check out McClung Museum's Divine Felines.36 The SeenMcClellan's 50th, Benton's Bacon teamed upwith the Bed Race, and an Art Show in the Breezeway.42 Conversations: Randy BoydFrom the seat of Dodge Maxi Van to a seat in theCapitol building, he built it and they came. Boyd muses on how he might approach a new career in politics.48 In the Zone: The Year in ReviewHobe Brunson brings us his take on theVols' football season from his bird's-eye-view on the Tennessee sidelines.52 Jurisprudence: Doing the Right ThingGary Wade examines the life of Jackie Robinsonand celebrates the just cause of integration.54Local Politics:Do you Know who your senator is?George Korda wonders just how much the average voter knows about our representativesin Nashville.Outdoors:Fresh Powder56Southern Skiing can be better than many think. Here are some tips and tricks for avoiding those long lines at the ski resorts.Dining:Emilia Italian58Chef Gallaher's latest creation is sure tohave the epicureans wondering abouthow he crafts such toothsome confections.Arts in the Back:Preston FarabowWith hammer in hand and forge blazing this artist creates lasting sculptures in metal.160