Perk City to Host Pete Buttigieg Representive TONIGHT !!!!!
KNOXVILLE, TN (January 22, 2020) – Perk City is a new coffee house in East Knoxville, 3229 E. Magnolia Ave. (at the corner of Beaman Street with Chilhowee Park).
Miss Saigon – EDUCATOR’S NIGHT
JOIN US AND FELLOW EDUCATORS FOR AN IN-DEPTH LOOK AT THIS BROADWAY CLASSIC. A special event is available to teachers/educators, paraprofessionals and other non-teaching staff and includes a pre-show dinner, presentation and discussion with Dr. Broadway about the show, and a discount ticket ($28 plus fees). Educators do not have to purchase tickets or attend…
Kanye West Headlined Evangelical Student Conference In Pigeon Forge
On short notice, Kanye West stepped-in to replace John Crist after the comedian was “removed due to a moral failure” first revealed in early November. Looking for a replacement for Crist, Strength to Stand Student Bible Conference leader Scott Dawson said he was stunned when the “Jesus Is King” rapper picked up his calls. …
Mark Edward Chandler Sr.; 1946 - 2020
Mark Edward Chandler, Sr.
Knoxville, TN – Mark Edward Chandler, Sr., born October 16, 1946 in Knoxville, Tennessee to the late Rev. James H. Chandler and Evelyn Louise Griffey Chandler. He was a graduate of Austin High School class of 1964. He was a graduate of Knoxville College where he earned his degree in Political Science in 1968. He…
Mess Attendant 2nd Class Doris Miller was the first African American to receive the Navy Cross for valor in 1942. He died while serving on a ship that was torpedoed by a Japanese submarine in November 1943. (U.S. NAVY)
Navy to name aircraft carrier for Pearl Harbor hero Doris Miller
HONOLULU (January 2020) — The U.S. Navy is expected to honor a World War II hero when a new aircraft carrier is named for Mess Attendant 2nd Class Doris Miller. The announcement is expected to be made at Pearl Harbor Monday, January 20, 2020, The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reported Friday. Miller was the first African American…
Georgia lawmakers introduce bill to hold cops accountable for use of force shootings. Rep. Renitta Shannon, State Rep Park Cannon, Rep. Pam Stephenson, Rep. Erica Thomas, Rep. Bee Ngyuen, and Rep. Sandra Scott
GA Bill to hold police accountable for ‘use of force’ shootings
Georgia lawmakers introduce bill to hold cops accountable for use of force shootings. Rep. Renitta Shannon, State Rep Park Cannon, Rep. Pam Stephenson, Rep. Erica Thomas, Rep. Bee Ngyuen, and Rep. Sandra Scott SIX GEORGIA STATE LAWMAKERS INTRODUCE NEW BILL TO HOLD POLICE OFFICERS ACCOUNTABLE FOR SHOOTINGS The bill was introduced after internationally recognized Atlanta…
HS Senior $3,000 Scholarship Opportunity
TENNESSEE HIGHWAY SAFETY OFFICE JOINS AAA – THE AUTO CLUB GROUP TO OFFER THE REDUCE TN CRASHES SCHOLARSHIP AWARD TENNESSEE (January 2020) – The Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) has joined AAA – The Auto Club Group to offer the Reduce TN Crashes Scholarship Award. The THSO has partnered with AAA – The Auto Club…
East Town mall is currently vacant and has been a topic of concern of both city and county officials.
2020: Where do we go from here?
2020: A new decade dawns, where do we go from here? Op-Ed By Michael Covington (January 2020) The Perspective: After spending most of the 2010 decade advocating for expanded healthcare service access for East Knoxville, East Knox County and beyond, it’s now time to wait and watch while the powers that be determine what…
Davena Hayes; 1962 - 2020
Davena Hayes (1962 – 2020)
Davena Hayes born Oct. 29, 1962 passed away Jan. 7, 2020. Preceded in death by her mother, Emma Lou Ricks and father Leon Osborne; her devoted loving sister and caregiver, Earnestine Hayes, Oct. 22, 2019. Survivors, twin brother, David Hayes, Aurora, CO; brothers, Larry Hayes, Charles Hayes, Hubert Hayes; sisters, Mamie Thomas and Olivia Sumpter/Lady,…
The Alcoa Martin Luther King, Jr Community Center.
Maryville/Alcoa MLK scheduled events
MLK March will assemble at noon, Monday, Jan. 20, at the Alcoa Martin Luther King Community Center, 209 E Franklin St, Alcoa. The march begins at 12:45 pm. to Clayton Center for the Arts at Maryville College. MLK Community Celebration program, 2 pm. Monday, Jan 20, Clayton Center for the Arts, 502 E Lamar Alexander…
The Martin Luther King, Jr. sculpture in Washington D.C.
Anderson County schedule of events (updated)
UPDATED ANDERSON CO. TN (Jan. 14, 2020) – Local organizations and congregations in Oak Ridge and the Anderson County area are joining together to offer opportunities for residents to come together to get to know each other and build community. The celebration kick-off is a Human Rights Rally on Saturday, January 18. Various events are…
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. was born January 15, 1929, and was assassinated on April 4, 1968.
MLK Knoxville 2020 schedule of events
“Whatever affects one directly affects all indirectly. I can never be what I ought to be until you are what you ought to be. This is the interrelated structure of reality.” – Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. “Let Freedom Ring: Through Social Justice, Economic Empowerment, Love, Peace, And Unity” will be the focus of…
TVA towers viewed from Market Square in Knoxville, TN. (Photo: Jim Matheny, WBIR)
County Mayor makes case to move KCS to TVA east tower
By Michael Covington KNOXVILLE, TN (Jan 14, 2020) – County Mayor Glenn Jacobs held a special call meeting of Knox County Commission on Monday night. At issue was whether or not Knox County Schools should be moved to the TVA complex in a deal involving a 40-year Knox County lease with the federal government. The…
Mary M Davis; August 5, 1927 ~ January 9, 2020 (age 92)
Mary M Davis (age 92)
Knoxville, TN – Mary (Murray) Davis transitioned peacefully to heaven on Thursday, January 9, 2020, surrounded by her family. She was 92 years old. Her beloved late husband, William Edward Davis Jr., daughter Sylvia Murphy, sister Rosa Lee Britton, and grandson Larry Ellis Jr., preceded her in death. “Mama Mary”, as she was affectionately known,…
Tina Smith, 1964 - 2020
Tina Smith
Knoxville – Tina Smith – (56) Born January 31, 1964, transitioned from life, January 9, 2020 at Fort Sanders Hospital. Preceded in death by parents, Sara J. Smith-Turner and Charles Crippen. She leaves to cherish her memory: brother, Carlton (Fungus) Smith; aunt, Della Watson; uncle, Roy King Smith; a host of special cousins; partner, Meleika…
Rev. Dr. Paul Young Marchbanks, Sr.
Rev. Dr. Paul Young Marchbanks, Sr.
Knoxville – Rev. Dr. Paul Young Marchbanks, Sr., born February 12, 1927 in Putnam County, TN to the late Charlie and Nannie Murphy Marchbanks, entered into eternal rest, January 10, 2020. Paul grew up in Algood, Tennessee. He received his education through Putnam County Schools, graduating from Darvin High School. Upon his graduation, he attended…
Paloma Olivia Harris
Paloma Olivia Harris
Paloma Olivia Harris, 12 years young, died suddenly of the flu on January 14, 2020 at UT Medical Center. Paloma loved so easily. She had a light and charisma that with just one encounter with her you would remember her for life. She was so perfect in every way. A beautiful little girl with so…
Marvin L. Cantrell
Marvin L. Cantrell
Knoxville – Marvin Leonard Cantrell age 75 passed away January 7, 2020 at NHC Fort Sanders. He is proceeded in death by his mother and Father Judge and Elnora Cantrell as well as his brother Paul L. Cantrell. He is survived by his daughters Kisha Cantrell and Donyale Ramsey, as well as his five other…
Gerald M. Stanford
Gerald M. Stanford
Knoxville – Gerald M. Stanford, age 49, passed away, January 5, 2020 at his home. He loved everyone and was also loved by everyone. Preceded in death by grandmothers, Carrie K. Smith and Mary Katherine Stanford; brother, Phillip Stanford; niece, Brittany Daniels, and nephew, Phillip “Tookie” Stanford Jr. He leaves to cherish his memories, father, Earl Sanford;…
Marvin Greenlee
Marvin Greenlee
Knoxville – Marvin Greenlee, departed this life December 30, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Marvin was born in Knoxville, TN to the late Chuck Carter and Daisy Mitchell Greenlee Fitzgerald. He was employed by Broadway Foods; Marvin was a strong Volunteer Fan and enjoyed socializing with friends and listening to music. Preceded in…
Martha Renee Hall
Martha Renee Hall
Martha Renee Hall, departed this life, December 28, 2019 at Tennova North Medical Center. Martha Retired from the Courtyard by Marriot Hotel in Spartanburg, SC. Survivors, children, Derrick Chambers, Spartanburg, SC, and Shelita Hall, Georgia, 13 grandchildren, a host of great-grandchildren; sisters, Deborah, Libby, and Bessie Chambers, and a host of nieces, nephews and other…
Betty Jane Watts Williams
Betty Jane Watts Williams
Alcoa, TN – Betty Jane White Watts Williams answered the call of her Heavenly Father at her home on December 29, 2019 at 5:05 PM. She was a member of Rogers Memorial Baptist Church in Knoxville for over 60 years. Betty had a sweet gentle spirit with a heart of gold. She was a praying,…
Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole, President of National Council of Negro Women
NCNW Joins Chief Justice Roberts’ Support for Civics Education
By Janice L. Mathis WASHINGTON, DC (January 6, 2020) – In the Spring of 2019, Dr. Johnnetta Betsch Cole convened a meeting of the National Council of Negro Women (NCNW) affiliate leaders. Two dozen officers of leading national women’s organizations met in Washington, DC with Facebook COO Sheryl Sandberg to discuss serious concerns about election integrity…
George Flack III
George Flack III
Knoxville, TN – George (Scrappy) Herbert Flack III gained his heavenly wings on Dec. 31, 2019 at his residence. The family will receive friends Fri. Jan 10, 2020 from 11-12 noon with The Celebration of Life to follow at Noon at the Cherry St. Church of God where the Elder Eric Satterfield is Pastor and…
Patrick Jayvon Mack (2004 – 2019)
Knoxville – Patrick Jayvon Mack, age 15, passed away Sunday, December 29, 2019. Born in Knoxville July 3, 2004 to LaShonda Reneasha “Neasha” Reeves and John “Johnny” Timothy Mack, Sr. Patrick was preceded in death by his mother; grandparents Patricia and Frank Reeves, and Russia James Mack, Jr. Survivors father; brothers, Eric J. Reeves, John…