Knoxville – Joequetta “Nana” S. Tuft- passed away, May 8, 2020 at her home. She was a member of Community Evangelistic Church in Knoxville. She was employed at Always Moore, Janitorial Service. Preceded in death by her father, Joseph L. Tuft II. Survivors, children, Michael and Jasmine Rogers; mother, Margo Thompson; sisters, Chanda Williams; brother,…
KNOXVILLE, TN (May 7, 2020) – Firefighters extinguished a fire late night Thursday, in an abandoned building on the campus of Knoxville College. When crews arrived flames were coming from a 4th-floor window of the Robert H. Harvey College Center of the campus at 901 College St. in Mechanicsville. Firefighters determined that the building was…
Fred H. Foster passed away May 11, 2020 at Methodist Medical Center. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Former President Barack Obama will celebrate graduates in 3 virtual events. An HBCU edition “Show Me Your Walk” on May 16, and that evening he will deliver the main address at “Graduate Together: High School Class of 2020 Commencement.” A YouTube event “Dear Class of 2020” on June 6, with former 1st lady Michelle Obama and…
For those of you with graduates who are missing out on their in-person ceremonies, know that they aren’t forgotten and we are all very proud of them. On Saturday, May 16th, at 8PM EDT, President Obama will deliver a prime-time commencement address that will be carried live on most national TV stations. It will also be streamed…
KNOXVILLE, TN (May 12, 2020) – Mayor Indya Kincannon and Police Chief Eve Thomas announced that the Knoxville Police Department will opt out of a state program that allows law-enforcement officers across Tennessee to access a database of persons who have tested positive for COVID-19. “The initiative was well-intended, aimed at protecting first responders and…
Lisa “Peaches” LaTrease Cody, 53, was born May 31, 1966 to William “Bill” Castle and Loretta Cody in Knoxville, TN. Due to a medical emergency, Peaches transitioned unexpectantly from a laborer to reward on May 10, 2020. Peaches graduated Fulton High School class of 1985 and received her Business Degree from Rice College. She was…
LOUISVILLE, TN – Rev. Dr. Ralph J. Miller, Jr. went to his eternal rest on Monday May 4, 2020. He was born August 3, 1943 to the late Ralph Sr. and Emma Walker Miller. Rev. Miller pastored Emmanuel United Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN and retired from Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Alcoa, TN. Rev. Miller attended…
Joseph Garfield Long, Jr. passed away May 8, 2020 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
When you loose a loved one, you gain an angel. Min. Pat Benn, ETE Contributor May 10, 2020 – Once again I was awakened from my restless sleep by pain. My sleep was riddled with memories of her last days. Memories of her eyes wide and words so clear. “I’m scared, wee wee.” My sister and…
A letter pinned by National civil rights activists encourages all Black churches and businesses to remain closed during this critical period. The authors purport to represent more than 25 million people and more than 30,000 congregations, that intend to remain closed and to worship virtually to protect black communities from injustice and inequality as this…
Black and Brown Communities Empowerment Guide to Actions Against Senseless Killings of African-Americans Washington, D.C. (May 7, 2020) – The NAACP, the nation’s foremost social justice organization, has launched a campaign entitled #WeAreDoneDying, aimed at exposing the inequities embedded into the American healthcare system and the country at large. From COVID-19 to running while Black…
Little Richard was a founding father of the genre of Rock n’ Roll from its inception. His influence included The Beatles, who opened for Little Richard as he toured Europe in 1962. He also advised Paul McCartney on his distinctive vocalizations. Little Richard influenced Otis Redding, James Brown, Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, John Lennon and…
Knoxville, TN – Vernon Dwight Hardin, a well-known vocalist and percussionist, departed this life, April 16, 2020, at U. T. Medical Hospital after a brief bout with a very aggressive cancer. Dwight Harding & Think Twice Band performed at many venues in and around the East Tennessee area. He was the son of gospel singer,…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Salinna LaTrice Hardy, age 28, passed peacefully in the arms of the Lord on May 7, 2020 at Kindred Healthcare in Chattanooga, TN after a long battle with Juvenile Diabetes. Salinna was born November 13, 1991 in Knoxville, TN to the parents of Sidney and Valrie Hardy. Salinna was an “Old Soul”…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Robert Kent Goodloe, born October 4, 1946, entered Heaven on Wednesday, May 06, 2020. Kent served in the U.S. Army and was later employed by Premier Parking for more than 20 years where his friendly personality and warm smile allowed him to form many friendships. He faithfully attended Foster Chapel Baptist Church and…
Rev. Dr. Ralph J. Miller, Jr. went to his eternal rest on Monday, May 4, 2020. He was born August 3, 1943, to the late Ralph Sr. and Emma Walker Miller. Rev. Miller pastored Emmanuel United Presbyterian Church, Knoxville, TN and retired from Bethel Missionary Baptist Church, Alcoa, TN. Rev. Miller attended several colleges and…
ALCOA, TN – McKinley Flowers, Jr., 92, passed from this world on May 2, 2020. McKinley was preceded in death by his parents, McKinley Sr. and Priscilla Flowers, and his siblings: Hattie Mae, Thomas, Pauline, Ethel, Mamie, Nathaniel, Annie Ruth, Dorothy, and Earnest. He is survived by his loving wife of 63 years, Magnolia and…
KNOXVILLE, TN – It is with great sadness the family of Johnnie Mae Patterson shares her passing on Friday, May 1, 2020 at 79 years old. She was born on July 29, 1940. She was predeceased by her parents, John and Emma Patterson; Uncle and Aunt Reverend Oscar and Irene Kelly and Aunt Dorothy Wright….
KNOXVILLE, TN – On Wednesday, April 28, 2020, George M. Phillips, devoted father, family member and friend, passed away at age 80. He was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee and graduated from Austin High School. He worked for various companies throughout his life, most notable were the Knoxville Utility Board (KUB) and The Foundry….
KNOXVILLE, TN – Bessie Mae Jackson, age 77, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on May 4, 2020. She was born June 2, 1942 in Newberry, SC. Accepting Christ in 1962, she was a life-long member of Peace & Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church. Bessie loved the Lord, her family, friends, and church…
Renee Hoyos for Congress campaign continues to build momentum while diverting resources to address the needs of constituents in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. KNOXVILLE, TN May 7, 2020) – Democratic Congressional Candidate Renee Hoyos announced that with 180 days until election day her campaign has already outraised her 2018 congressional bid by raising…
The Georgia Bureau of Investigation has charged Gregory McMichael, 64, a former police officer, and his son Travis McMichael, 34, with murder and aggravated assault in the Feb. 23, shooting death of Ahmaud Arbery. The local Georgia Glynn County prosecutors initially refused to charge the pair, who was one of its own, until a video…
Knox County Schools Covid-19 Update #5 Issued April 27th An important reminder to students and parents. Your child’s grades were made available for your viewing on the Family Portal. Wednesday, April 29th was the deadline for submitting your option for grades for the year. The steps for completing this phase are located on the schools…
WASHINGTON, (May 7, 2020) – Before the arrest, of the McMichael clan, Vanita Gupta, president, and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights issued a statement on the shootings of Ahmaud Arbery and Sean Reed as follows: “On behalf of the Gupta“We are devastated and outraged by the horrific killings of Ahmaud…