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The United Way of Sevier Countyâs Dancing with the Stars event was a rousing success again this year, raising an estimated $188,000.
The third annual event featured five dancers from throughout Sevier County: Charles Ottolini and Robin Reagan, with choreographer Jill Linn Smith; Lucas Harkleroad and Megan McClure, with choreographer Lessie McCarter; Montay Calloway and Amy Williams, with choreographer Todd McCall; AJ Bennett and Amanda Marr, with choreographer Enchantee Mace; and Robert Tino and Nancy Rader, with choreographer Sierra Williams.
Winning the Peopleâs Choice Award was Robert Tino and Nancy Rader, who raised $52,318 of the estimated $188,000 donated to United Way for the annual fundraiser.
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Dancers will take to the floor again this year to raise money for a worthy cause when United Wayâs Dancing with the Stars returns on Friday, April 16.
âThis is our third year,â said Amy Harper, executive director of United Way of Sevier County.
Dancers include Charles Ottolini and Robin Reagan; Lucas Harkleroad and Megan McClure; Montay Calloway and Amy Williams; AJ Bennett and Amanda Marr; and Robert Tino and
Nancy Rader.
âIt is a commitment. Not only do they have to spend time learning the routine but they are also asked to do some fundraising,â Harper said.
For Harkleroad and McClure, dancing isnât something they ever thought they would do, but they have enjoyed the experience and its challenges.