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said that as mayor, Corker raised property taxes by 48 cents and never rolled them back, only to have his successor cut property taxes. the mayor of a midsize town and you have the backbone not to raise taxes, then what can we trust him to do in the Coxe said. Bryant spokesman Andrew Shulman said, thinks that no one will check his record, or that if he spends millions of dollars on TV ads, it matter if they Although Corker first must win the Republican primary before facing a Democrat in November, Coxe said she is not surprised that Democrats are already weighing in. offensive to all people regardless of party and ideology to have someone so blatantly misrepresent their Coxe said. The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee took Corker to task for his salary increases as mayor although he criticizes Congress for increasing its pay, and for his complaints about rising debt when grew under his leadership.

mayor of Chattanooga, Corker has done everything he is complaining about in his new radio ad: taken pay raises, boosted spending and exploded the said Phil Singer, spokesman for the Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee. it comes to Bob Corker, watch what he does, not what he Corker never raised his own pay, Mitchell said. The raises are tied to raises of county employees, whenever they are increased by the Hamilton County Commis- sion. increase in salary while mayor is dwarfed by what he gave back to Chattanooga through charitable contributions, civic endeavors and charity Mitchell said. While beltway politicians have allowed the federal debt to go up, Corker paid for revitalized waterfront through $51 million from the private sector, Mitchell said.

Bonna de la Cruz can be reached at 7265990 or By RACHEL STULTS For The Tennessean Forget Lost and Fear Factor Middle Tennesseans can now watch some drama that hits a little closer to home. Nashville Public Television is now using its digital cable channel, NPT2, to air live broadcasts of the state House of sessions and committee meetings. a TV offering that network executives and state leaders call a citing it as a revolutionary way to get people involved in their community and state government. envision this as a channel that will provide locally-focused educational, civic and cultural said Beth Curley, president and chief executive officer of NPT. a service providing to the citizens of State leaders say that NPT2 is providing a convenient way for people to watch from their own home as legislation is passed.

The live tapings also serve as a video archive of the House meetings. an extension of the (governmental) process, to see what said House Speaker Jimmy Naifeh, D-Covington. trying to make ourselves as accessible as possible. This is something we have been working toward for a number of This coming week is likely to be the last of this legislative session, so NPT2 viewers can pull up a chair to watch the action as major issues are debated, such as the proposed state budget. Curley believes the popularity will grow as more people find out about the types of shows that are offered on NPT2, such as documentaries.

The network is expected to air statewide within the next few years, she said. Until then, folks can still watch the sessions of the state House and Senate via streaming video on the Internet. Go to www.legislature. state.tn.us and click either or on the left; then click TennesseanBroadsheet Master TennesseanBroadsheet Master 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 5 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 30 20 10 5 TennesseanBroadsheet Master TennesseanBroadsheet Master 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 5 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 8B MIDSTATE 8B Saturday, May 20, 2006 THE TENNESSEAN www.tennessean.com DAVIDSON COUNTY COFFEECOUNTY CHEATHAMCOUNTY CANNON COUNTY BENTON COUNTY BEDFORD COUNTY OBITUARIES Age71ofShelbyville. ice11a.m.today.FELDHAUS MEMORIAL, (931) 684-8356.

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Mandisa Hundley got bounced from and Donald Trump fired Charmaine Hunt about halfway through this season of But on last season finale for Ultimate Coyote Ugly Nashville finally scored a win. Singer Kassie Miller of Antioch scored the title, $25,000 cash and a job at the Coyote Ugly bar on Second Avenue. (She starts tonight.) was the most mentally and physically exhausting thing ever done. But it was incredibly rewarding, Miller said. Miller, 23, hopes to turn the win and the TV exposure into a major record-label deal.

An Alabama native, Miller moved here five years ago to pursue her singer dreams, starting out at karaoke bar in Printers Alley. That was a fun job but a costly one, too. Miller needed surgery after a couple of years because she was singing so much that she damaged her vocal cord. After that, Vanderbilt doctors told her not to sing for a year. But Miller says back and vocally stronger than ever, getting ready to put together a demo CD and shop it on Music Row.

In the meantime, Miller said she looks forward to entertaining folks and slinging drinks at Coyote Ugly, a chain known for its bawdy, strong-willed bar- tenders who occasionally jump up on the bar to sing or dance for rowdy (mostly male) patrons. Those who recognize Miller from the CMT show might know her from her stint on Fox reality TV show a couple of years ago. You might see her at the bar, but you probably see her on TV anytime soon. know what? Never say never, but as of right now, had all I need of reality she said, laughing. get my own show one COURTESY Kassie Miller won a job at the Coyote Ugly bar for finishing first on a CMTreality show.

DAVIDSON TENNESSEE Watch your legislators at work on NPT2 channel Nashville Public Television shows House sessions live HOWTOSEEIT To tune in to NPT2, you must have digital cable service. The network can be found on Comcast Channel 241 and Charter Channel 176, and available to anyone who lives within a 100-mile radius of Nashville. For more information on the channel and its programming, visit www.wnpt.net/schedule/ index.html. STAFF claimResponse from opponentsAnalysis Corker: Rivals say ads misleading FROM PAGE 1B voted again to raise their pay. Self- serving members of Corker himself got three pay increases as mayor of Chattanooga.

Corker did not initate those pay increases. They were tied to votes the Hamilton County Commission made to give county employees raises. was the last time an elected official actually made government smaller? Or controlled spending so property tax rates are the lowest since the the last time a politician actually kept his campaign Some homeowners paid more taxes after Corker raised property taxes by 48 cents his first year in office. He never rolled them back. In his first budget, he raised city spending by more than During a 1994 Republican race for the same U.S.

Senate seat, Corker promised pro-choice voters that he place restrictions on abortions, but now he promises pro-life voters as pro-life as anyone. Both sides are right on taxes. A tax rate can be low but tax bills higher as the value of properties go up in reappraisals. A comparison to the 1950s may be an apples-to- oranges comparison because property tax laws were different then. Corker has changed his views on abortion.

Relay raises money for cancer research and honors survivors For additional dates, see Midstate Datebook at Tennessean.com. Send items at least five days in advance to or fax them to 259-8093. SATURDAY, MAY 20 Nashville relay What: Relay For Life of Davidson County celebrates survivorship, remembers those who lost their lives to cancer and raises money for the fight against cancer. Included is a candle- lighting ceremony to honor cancer survivors and those who did not survive. When: 5 p.m.–5:30 a.m., an overnight activity May 20 Where: Vanderbilt Athletic Track and Field Complex, Natchez Trace and Childrens Way, Why: an American Cancer Society activity.

How: call 1-800-ACS-2345 Nashville kids What: Nashville kids will be out selling homemade, freshly-squeezed lemonade for local charities as part of the national launch of the Sunkist a program, including a Nashville concert. Who: Kids 7-12 can register at www.Sunkist.com. Country music star and Sunkist a spokesperson Billy Dean will be the host of the live concert. When: Noon-3 p.m. lemonade sales, 2 p.m.

concert. Where: Harris Teeter, 6002 Highway 100 Why: Charities being helped include Big Brother Big Sisters, Table, Nashville Humane Association and National Kidney Foundation of Middle Tennessee. How: Contact Tran Ngo at 323-8666000 or tran.ngo@mslpr.com Rugby festival What: Festival of British and Appalachian Culture. Who: Historic Rugby Inc. When: Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21; 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Where: Rugby, on Highway 52 near Jamestown. Why: The event marks its 40th anniversary with performances on stage in the newly built Visitor Centre Theatre, including a touring band from Wales and a cornet band, and 80 traditional arts and crafts exhibitors. How: Admission is $8 for one day or $12 for both for adults, for students. Call 888-214-3400 or visit www.historicrugby.org. Hawkins benefit What: Car Wash and Bake Sale Benefit for Amy Hawkins.

When: 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Where: Wheeler Construction, 475 W. Main Hendersonville. Why: Hawkins was injured in a tornado last month. Her story may be read at www.hen- dersonvillehero.com.

All proceeds will go directly to the Hawkins family. How: Cash and check donations can be made at the car wash. Donations also can be made online or checks payable to Hendersonville Civitan. Call 957-2718 or e-mail Community day What: community day and safety day. Who: RiverGate Mall in Goodlettsville, with support from organizations such as Boy Scouts of America Troop 254, Civil Air Patrol, Youth About Business and the Goodlettsville Police Department.

When: 10 a.m.-9 p.m. for the community day event, and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for safety day activities. Where: RiverGate Mall, 1000 Rivergate Parkway. How: free.

McMinnville tractors What: third annual antique tractor pull sponsored by the Warren County Future Farmers of America. When: 5 p.m. Where: Warren County Fairgrounds, New Smithville Highway, McMinnville. How: Admission is $5, with those under 12 free. Registration fee for entry is $10 per tractor.

Call Russell Watson at 931-668-5814 or 615-597-7182, Tyler Grove at 931-474-6038 and Brandon Knight at 931-939-4086. Covenant conversation What: a conversation about issues affecting Black America. Who: One Flesh Ministries, an independent marriage enrichment ministry. When: 4-7 p.m. Where: Barnes and Noble, 515 Opry Mills Drive.

Why: based on talk show host Tavis recent best-seller, with Black How: free. Call 300-1195. Clarksville Pride What: Clarksville Pride Inc. Festival, including a rodeo exhibition, music, a area, merchant booths and food vendors. When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m.

Where: Clarksville Fairgrounds. How: free. Visit www.clarksvillepride.com for details or call 931-801-3477. Portland striders What: 20th annual Strawberry Stride, 5K, 1-mile and kids fun runs (one run for each grade K-8) with proceeds to help fund 15 different sports at Portland High School. Who: A race for every age.

When: 6:30 a.m. registration for 5K and 1-mile run starting 8 a.m.; kids fun run starts at 8:45 a.m. Where: Portland High School, 600 College Portland, TN. How: Register online at www.active.com, get an application at www.portlandtn.com, or call 325-6911. Motorcycle days What: Bell Buckle Motorcycle Days.

Who: sponsored by the Bell Buckle Chamber of Commerce. When: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Where: Bell Buckle, Tenn. How: Visit www.bellbucklemotorcy- cledays.com for details. Hendersonville arts What: seventh Annual Showcase of Arts and Crafts.

Who: sponsored by the Hendersonville Arts Council. When: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Where: on the grounds of historic Monthaven, 1154 W. Main Hendersonville. How: Visit www.sumnercounty- tourism.com or call 822-0789.

Wine tasting What: Fourth Annual Evening of Wine and Music to benefit the Spring Hill Arts Center and Page High School Band. Who: sponsored by Station Wine and Spirits, The Gallery Cafe, Poplar House Restaurant and When: Patrons Pour private tasting begins at 6 p.m.; event begins at 7 p.m. Where: Sweet Springs Retreat, Kedron Road near Saturn Parkway, Spring Hill. Why: More than 50 wines, eight specialty beers and a special Tennes- see room of local beverages will be available with foods from local restaurants and a silent auction. How: Tickets are $30 each, or two for $50; Patrons Pour level tickets are $50 each and limited to 75 patrons.

Tickets available at www.springhillarts.org. For details call 302-2006. Scruggs revue What: Panel discussions and a film screening celebrating The Earl Scruggs Revue band. Who: Earl Scruggs, Gary Scruggs and Randy Scruggs will participate with other guests. When: 2 p.m.

Saturday, May 20, and Sunday, May 21. Where: Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum, 222 Fifth Ave. S. Why: The panel discussions will look at the history and music of The Earl Scruggs Revue. A general overview will be presented May 20.

The 1975 documentary will be screened May 21 with a discussion of the film afterward. How: Free with museum admission. Congressional art What: U.S. Rep. Jim Congressional Art Show and Reception.

When: 11 a.m. Where: Nashville office, 706 Church St. Why: See local high school entries to the Congressional Art Competition. The 5th first-place winner will be announced by Cooper and will be displayed at the U.S. Capitol for one year.

How: Call 736-5295. Aviation workshop What: An approved Federal Aviation Administration safety workshop. When: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Where: Smyrna Airport, in the new terminal building, 278 Doug Warpoole Drive. Why: A continuing education program to help in the prevention and understanding of aviation accidents.

How: open to everyone. Register at www.faasafety.gov or e-mail Garden tour What: third annual ADK Garden Tour in Hendersonville. When: 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Saturday, May 20; 1-5 p.m. Sunday, May 21.

Where: five gardens in Hendersonville. Why: to provide scholarships for seniors planning to major in education. How: Call 824-4885 or 824-3998 for tickets. Garden paths What: seventh annual Down the Garden Path Garden Tour, featuring eight distinctive gardens in Belle Meade and Green Hills. Who: Proceeds benefit the Lupus Foundation of America.

When: 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Saturday, May 20; noon-5 p.m. Sunday, May 21. How: $15 in advance, $20 the day of the tour. Call the Lupus Foundation of America, Mid-South Chapter at 2982273; tour headquarters in a tent on the corner of Honeywood Avenue and Belle Meade Boulevard by Immanuel Baptist Church.

Plants workshop What: Nashville Plant Identification Workshop. When: 9 a.m. Saturday, May 20; 10 a.m. Sunday, May 21. Who Co-sponsors are the Perennial Plant Society of Middle Tennessee, Tennessee Native Plant Society and Warner Park Nature Center.

Teachers are Dwayne Estes, doctoral student in the UT department of ecology and evolutionary biology, and Chris Fleming, botanist. What: Workshop includes a short lecture on identification techniques and field work in Fork and Flat Rock Cedar Glades and Barrens State Natural Area in Murfreesboro. How: Fee is $55, with a possible small additional charge for photocopying. To register, send checks (payable to Perennial Plant Society of Middle Tennessee) to Margie Hunter, 2709 Woodlawn Drive, Nashville, TN 37212. Contact or 383-8100.

Wine toast What: third annual Toast to Wine Festival. Who: Mt. Wilson County Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by SunTrust Bank. When: noon-7 p.m. Where: Nashville Superspeedway, 4847-F McCrary Road, Lebanon.

Why: festivities, fine wines, food and live entertainment. Seventeen of wineries will be present with more than 100 delicious wines available for sampling. How: $25 per person in advance or $35 at the gate. Designated drivers and groups of 25-plus admitted for $15 per person. Call 758-3478 or visit www.atoasttotennessee.com..