By Patricia Williams KNOXVILLE, TN (February 2020) – “Gathering Light: The Delaney Project” brings hometown recognition to Knoxville born artist Beauford Delaney. Delaney is recognized as one of the greatest artists of the Harlem Renaissance era. Delaney’s works are world-renowned, except in his hometown of Knoxville; until now! Stephen Wicks, Curator at Knoxville Museum of…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Richard Lee “Sweetie” Drake, age 74, passed away peacefully at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center on February 22, 2020. He was born on September 19, 1945, in Knoxville, Tennessee, to the late Clarence and Evelyn Drake. Sweetie was a loving, caring, and generous father, grandfather and husband. He was a great friend…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Rev. Abraham Brown, formerly of Illinois, entered into eternal rest February 18, 2020 at Parkwest Medical Center. He is survived by a daughter, Cheryl (Rev. J. Ellis) McCleary of Knoxville and a host of grandchildren. The family will receive friends Tuesday, February 25, 6- 7 pm at Jarnigan’s Chapel, funeral services will…
Candidate for United States Senate Marquita Bradshaw is running for election to the U.S. Senate to represent Tennessee. She has declared candidacy for the Democratic primary scheduled on August 6, 2020. Bradshaw will be in Knoxville to share her platform with East Tennesseans this Saturday, Feb., 29, 7:30-8:30 p.m. at Extreme Sports Bar, 3017 E. Magnolia Avenue,…
Willie David Johnson passed away February 20, 2020 at his home. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Willie’s family, please visit our floral section.
Knoxville – Melvin G. Sanders passed away, at his residence. Preceded in death by parents, Murrill G, and Eunice Sanders; brothers, Murrill G Sanders, Jr, Ulysses Williams, Sr.; sisters, Evelyn Watson and Beryl Dibrell. Survivors: sons, Sean Michael Sanders and Austin Purkey; grandson, O’javion K. Purkey; sisters in law, Geraldine William and JoAnn Sanders; devoted…
The 1921 Tulsa Race Massacre destroyed America’s wealthiest black neighborhood. The city was never the same. American History – In 1921, Tulsa had the wealthiest black neighborhood in the country. On Sundays, women wore satin dresses and diamonds, while men wore silk shirts and gold chains. In Greenwood, writes historian James S. Hirsch, “Teachers lived in…
Consider taking advantage of early voting locations. When early voting locations are not district-specific. You can vote at a location convenient to your work, shopping, or a location convenient to your daily traveling route. Early voting locations in Knox County6 available through February 25. City-County Building (opens at noon on weekdays). Love Kitchen (2418 MLK Jr….
The predominately black residents of the City of Alcoa, Tennessee continue to celebrate 100 years – 1919 to 2019. On Saturday, February 22, 2020, the celebration continues with a free concert at 6 pm at the Clayton Center for the Performing Arts, Maryville College, 502 E Lamar Alexander Pkwy, Maryville, TN. Admission is free. Tickets…
The Art of Delaney: Redeeming, Reconciling & Healing Monday, 6:30 pm, Feb 24. 2020, at The Bijou Theatre in downtown Knoxville. TICKET PRICE: $10 ADULT | $5 STUDENTS (K-12). Tickets are available online at Ticketmaster (fees apply) or Bijou Tickets can be purchased at the Tennessee Theatre box office located at 224 Clinch Avenue on the side of…
Knoxville – Melvin Clarence Robert (Punney) Winston, age 79, of Knoxville, peacefully entered into the arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, February 12, 2020, at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. He is preceded in death by his wife, Carolyn (Sissy) Willis Winston, parents, Harry and Jessie Winston, brother, Charles L. Winston…
The 75th anniversary of World War II’s D-Day was recognized on June 6, 2019. Over 2,000 black soldiers landed on the beaches of Normandy on that day. NATION-WIDE (June 2019) – One of them was SSgt. Waverly Bernard “Woody” Woodson, Jr., who left his studies at Lincoln University in Pennsylvania to enlist in the Army….
Belinda Denise Hall, age 63, was called home to be with her Lord on February 16, 2020. Born in Knoxville, TN, she graduated Austin East High School, class of 1976. Belinda married Marvin Leon Hall in 1982 and had two sons Gwangi and Tuvya Green. She was a hardworking devoted wife and mother always putting…
Ernest Lee DuBose was peacefully called from labor to reward on Friday, February 14, 2020 at UT Medical Center. Born July 25, 1934 in Knoxville, Tennessee, Ernest was the eldest child born to the union of the late Theodore and Anna Dixon DuBose. He was reared by his uncle Willie B. Dixon and his wife,…
Knoxville – Timothy Nathaniel Chesney, age 48, was born, July 14, 1971, in Knoxville, TN, to Samuel Martin and Debra Chesney, gained his Heavenly Wings, February 14, 2020. He attended New Friendship Missionary Baptist Church when his health allowed him. He was a graduate of Rule High School, Class of 1989. He enjoyed fishing, landscaping,…
Elizabeth G. Shavers passed away February 13, 2020 at Westmoreland Health and Rehab. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Elizabeth’s family, please visit our floral section.
The Rev. Stephanie Spellers is an Episcopal Church leading thinker and consultant of 21st century ministry and mission, and is Canon to the Presiding Bishop for Evangelism and Reconciliation. Knoxville, TN (February 2020) – A community-wide annual worship service celebrating Blessed Absalom Jones and Black History Month will be at 5 p.m. on Sunday,…
(Knoxville, TN) Charles Taylor went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, February 15, 2020. Born to Charles and Faye Taylor, October 15, 1939 in Knoxville, TN. Graduate Austin High School in 1957. He enlisted in the Air Force and served, 1959-1963 in Battle Creek, MI. In 1973 he moved to California where he landed…
2020 is an election year for County, State and Federal officials. BCDP Executive Committee Monthly Meeting, MLK Community Center, 209 E. Franklin Street. Alcoa, The public is invited to attend. 6:00 pm monthly on the 2nd Thursday. March Primary Early Voting Locations: Blount County Election Commission Monday – Friday / 8 am – 4 pm & Saturday…
By Josh Flory Knoxville, TN (Nov. 2019) – A brightly decorated piano that is part of a public art and music initiative has found a “forever home.” On Tuesday, students at Dogwood Elementary celebrated the unveiling of an instrument that had been featured in the Piano Project of Knoxville. That initiative invites local artists to decorate…
Despite the turmoil reported many times a day by more news outlets than can be followed, people loving and embracing people, God’s children, continues to rise above the fray. KNOXVILLE, TN (January 2020) – From Pastor Barbara Jackson, “I went to the Knox County Clerk’s office today to get my passport renewed. I signed in…
Knoxville, TN – Dale’Shawn Decarsta Campbell, 21, called home February 6, 2020. Survived by mother Cametra (Adrian) Brown, father Dale Campbell Jr., grandparents Alecia Steed, Valerie Waring, Dale Campbell, Sr., six sisters, five brothers, nieces, nephews, cousins, other relatives and friends. The family will receive friends at Eternal Life Harvest Center on Western Avenue from…
Oak Ridge, TN – Mrs. Willie Mae Sutton Yancy answered the call of her Lord and Savior on Monday, February 10, 2020 while resting peacefully at her home, surrounded by love ones. Willie Mae Sutton entered this life on June 07, 1927 to the union of Mr. George (Ola) Sutton. At a young age, she…
Blount County Democratic Party to Host Presidential Campaign Representatives for questions, answers, and dialogue. What would you like to know? ALCOA, TN (February 2020) – Blount County Democratic Party (BCDP) is offering an opportunity for the community to meet officials from top presidential campaigns on , 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Feb. at the Martin Luther King,…