by design | Aug 23, 2026 | Columnist, Hill, Ray Hill's Archives, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Ray Hill Kenneth Barnard Keating looked like Hollywood’s stereotypical version of a United States senator; stocky, white-haired, with an air of dignity about him. During Keating’s lifetime, he was a successful candidate for public office frequently and was a...
by design | Aug 23, 2026 | Stories In This Week's Focus:
An oasis on North Broadway By Pete Gawda There is an oasis of serenity, natural beauty and elaborate stone carvings in the midst of all the hustle and bustle of downtown Knoxville. Located at 543 North Broadway, Old Gray Cemetery, listed on the National Register of...
by design | Aug 23, 2026 | Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Steve Williams Zack Gibson had a good reason to celebrate with his family after the game Friday night. He notched his first win as a high school head coach after working 12 years as an assistant. Gibson was all smiles too after South-Doyle took charge at the start...
by design | Aug 23, 2026 | The Daily Focus
Step back in time and commemorate John Sevier’s 281st birthday at the Annual Sevier Day Celebration, held at Marble Springs State Historic Site on Saturday, September 19th, from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Admission is free and suitable for all ages! This family-friendly...
by design | Aug 22, 2026 | The Daily Focus
The Knox County Health Department’s Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program and the East Tennessee Breastfeeding Coalition will host their annual celebration of National Breastfeeding Month on Aug. 25 from 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. at The Knoxville Museum of Art. The...
by design | Aug 21, 2026 | The Daily Focus
11 counties. 50% off admission. $5 per adult ticket to Sevier County Food Ministries Locals are getting some major love this September! Ripley’s Tennessee Attractions is excited to announce County Days, a weeklong giveback to the communities that share the Smokies...
