By Ray Hill W. “Ned” Carmack’s campaign for the United States Senate ended on a dusty road in rural West Tennessee under circumstances never resolved. Carmack’s wife Charlotte arrived to whisk him home to Murfreesboro, where Carmack spent some time in a hospital. Found unconscious, beaten, bloodied and partially paralyzed, Ned Carmack was forced to […]
The Hardin Valley Academy dance team capped its mini-camp Dec. 15 by performing with the Jr. Hawkettes.
By Steve Williams Every holiday season it seems Central High cheerleaders ring bells for the Salvation Army and paint faces and make pot holders at the Fantasy of Trees. The tradition continued this year. What do the cheerleaders get out of this community service? Three members of Coach Jackie Raley’s squad answered the question. “What […]
Foreclosure notices NOTICE OF SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEE`S SALE WHEREAS, default has occurred in the performance of the covenants, terms, and conditions of a Deed of Trust dated July 31, 2006, executed by Jayson W. Smith, an unmarried man, to TONYA ESQUIBEL, Trustee, for CTX MORTGAGE COMPANY, LLC, its successors and assigns, and appearing of […]
Farragut High's dance team captured its third straight state championship in this year's Small Varsity Pom division and also placed second in the Small Varsity Jazz division. First row (left to right): Grace Reed, Olivia Rice, Presley Packer (senior co-captain), Tatum Allen (senior captain), Mackenzie Wilcox and Taylor Gee. Second row (left to right): Hannah Kochanski, Brenna Bocik, Brooke Thayer, Shelby Elam, Lucy Watkins and Bridget Gibson.
By Steve Williams Farragut High’s dance team, led by seniors Presley Packer and Tatum Allen, took first place in the TSSAA’s Small Varsity Pom division for the third year in a row and also placed second in Small Varsity Jazz. “We practice multiple hours every week to prepare for competition,” said Coach Adonia Adams. “Our […]
As 2017 comes to a close, Goodwill Industries-Knoxville is giving tips to make end-of-year giving easy. Because Goodwill is a nonprofit organization, any donations made to Goodwill by the end of business hours on Sunday, December 31st can be deducted from 2017 taxes. Here are some helpful hints for making the most of your […]
The Tennessee Stage Company will hold auditions for the Tennessee Stage NEW PLAY FESTIVAL on Monday, January 8 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. and Tuesday, January 9, from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, 620 State Street in downtown Knoxville. The NEW PLAY FESTIVAL will consist of fully staged World Premiere […]
No Lane Closures on Interstates and State Routes during Holiday Road construction won’t delay travelers during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The Tennessee Department of Transportation is once again halting all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. No temporary lane closures […]
Pilot program emphasizes zoo’s commitment to STEM education. Knox County students will receive free admission to Zoo Knoxville when visiting on a school field trip in 2018 as part of a pilot program to support STEM education. Zoo Knoxville is launching this pilot program to enable more students to experience one of the best […]
Volunteer Bell Ringers Needed Through December 23 The Salvation Army’s 2017 Red Kettle Campaign is quickly coming to an end with the annual fundraiser ending on Saturday, December 23. While donations have been up from this point in 2016, they are still below this year’s budget. The main reason behind the kettles being below […]
The Tennessee Secretary of State’s office is pleased to announce the winners of its 2017 civics essay contest, an annual initiative created to encourage students to be actively engaged citizens. Students were asked to write about citizenship with length requirements varying by grade level. Winners will receive a TNStars 529 College Savings Program scholarship and […]