By Mike Steely Senior Writer steelym@knoxfocus.com “Dr. Neptune is a byproduct of me wanting to get turmeric into my diet and system,” said Ed Cook, a West Knoxville man who developed a health powder called “Dr. Neptune Fountain of Youth” and is now promoting it. “I’m a baby boomer who has been a health […]
The New Harvest Farmers’ Market kicks off its 2021 season on Thursday, April 22 at 3 p.m. (with safe-shopping protocols in place) featuring 15 small, locally-owned businesses and a new walking program. “Spring is here and I’m excited about the opening of the farmers’ market,” said Mayor Glenn Jacobs, who will kick off the annual […]
On May 1, 2021, the Knox County Sheriff’s Office is hosting a car show at the Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway, to raise money for the county Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) Program. D.A.R.E. is a highly effective evidence-based substance abuse program that teaches 5th grade students the consequences of drug use and […]
Young-Williams Animal Center is at critical capacity for adult dogs, so the shelter is offering a four-day “Don’t ‘Pittie’ a Shelter Dog, Adopt One” special starting Thursday, April 15, that waives fees in exchange for a donation. During the special from April 15-18, adopters of adult dogs of any breed or mix, not just “pitties,” […]
Two Private Gardens Open to the Public for One Weekend Only ~from Dogwood Arts Saturday, April 17th: 10AM-5PM & Sunday, April 18th: 12-5PM (last entry at 4PM) The public is invited to experience two spectacular private gardens this weekend only at the Dogwood Arts Spring Featured Gardens event. These remarkable properties exhibit the best […]
Looking for some new treasures or looking to sell some old? Want a fun way to raise money for your neighborhood? Check out the 2021 CTV Neighborhood Treasure Hunt & Online Auction! Bidding is underway and will continue through Friday, April 23, for the Treasure Hunt’s Live Virtual Auction! You and your neighbors can […]
Non-Resident NOTICE DAVID RAY HELTON -Vs- KAYLA RACHELLE HELTON Docket # 150205 IN THE FOURTH CIRCUIT COURT OF KNOX COUNTY, TENNESSEE In this cause, it appearing from the Complaint filed, which is sworn to, that the defendant KAYLA RACHELLE HELTON is a non-resident of the State of Tennessee, or whose whereabouts cannot be ascertained […]
This Saturday, April 17, Keep Knoxville Beautiful will be hosting its 5th annual South Knoxville Community Cleanup from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Cleanups will take place throughout South Knoxville. Leaders from various South Knoxville neighborhoods, businesses, and local community organizations will collect cleanup supplies at Sam Duff Park then return to volunteers waiting […]
Tennessee Tutoring Corps to expand this summer The Bill and Crissy Haslam Foundation, in partnership with youth-serving organizations across Tennessee, last week launched the second year of the statewide Tennessee Tutoring Corps program to provide summer learning opportunities for rising 1st – 4th grade students who have fallen behind academically due to the education disruptions caused by […]
By Steve Hunley Some Time Republican Former Knoxville mayor Victor Ashe has openly called for a primary challenger to oppose County Commissioner Kyle Ward. As I recall, Ward defeated a well-heeled primary challenger in Scott Broyles. In fact, Broyles was the choice of the establishment Republicans inside the Fourth District. I’d be willing to bet […]