Editor’s Note: When I get to share a Facebook post of a friend who is a writer, then no more writing is needed – It’s a FreeBe! Thanks Mrs. George. By Georgiana Vines, News Sentinel retired Here we are at the Key Room at Vine Middle School when I presented a check from the Scripps…
U.S. Weather Bureau Kiosk in downtown Knoxville was installed in 1912 and is the last of 100 across the country. (Knoxville, TN) The East Tennessee Historical Society will host the spring meeting of the American Meteorological Society, Smoky Mountain Chapter, with a guest lecture on the historic weather kiosk located outside of the East Tennessee History…
Members and friends of the North Knoxville Business & Professional Assoc. recently gathered at the Fountain Lanes Strike and Spare on Broadway for the 3rd Annual Bowling for Business. The funds raised will be used to help area nonprofits and Fulton High. About $2,500 was raised and is earmarked for scholarships and the Secret Santa…
Knoxville, TN – Willis Anthony “TJ” Burse Jr. born January 22, 1981 in Knoxville, TN, passed away May 20, 2019 at his home. Preceded in death by mother, Jacqueline A. Cowan; father Willis A. Burse Sr.; sister Katenya Cash; grandparents, Henry…
OP-ED COMMENTARY By Merdies Hayes, NNPA Weekly News Editor The little girl was guilty of nothing more than hunger. When she was denied sustenance, she made the fatal mistake of demonstrating insolence, and for that infraction, her punishment appeared inconceivable. But it happened. The St. Louis Republican newspaper ran an article in the fall of…
Knoxville, TN – Clyde Lamont Young, born August 27, 1957 went home to be with his Lord and Savior, Sunday May 19. 2019. Preceded in death by his parents, Carl and Rosa Young; mother-in-law, Lillie May Johnson, brother, Nino Young, brothers-in-law,…
Knoxville, TN – Mildred (Holloway) Minter met her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on May 11, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Family members and her spiritual leaders were by her side during her transitioning. Prior to that date, she was in…
U.S. Small Business Administration Southeast Region IV agricultural industry update for Tennessee, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Kentucky, North Carolina. By Ashley D. Bell, Region IV Administrator Entrepreneurs in the Southeast’s agricultural industry will now be better able to connect to suppliers, service providers, institutions and each other as part of a recently expanded initiative powered…
SICKLE CELL ADVOCATE AND PHILANTHROPIST HOWARD WOOLLEY RECEIVES PRESTIGIOUS AWARD AT THE ROLAND B. SCOTT MEMORIAL SYMPOSIUM Washington, DC (BlackNews.com) — Howard Woolley, Sickle Cell Advocate, and Philanthropist, was presented with a “Sickle Cell Outstanding Service Award” at the 2019 Roland B. Scott Memorial Symposium Tuesday, May 7, 2019. One of Woolley’s most significant accomplishments…
Women’s retailer Dressbarn announced today that they are closing all 650 stores after nearly 60 years in business. It’s the latest hit for traditional retailers whose brick and mortar stores are struggling to compete. Dressbarn’s owner, the Ascena Retail Group, cited a loss of customers, sales, and shares for the decision.
Leon’s Thriftway, the country’s oldest Black-owned grocery store located in Kansas City, Missouri, has closed its doors marking the end of 51 years in business. Leon Stapleton, the store’s owner, is now 93-years old and says the main reason for their closing was lack of support from the local community.
Knoxville, TN – William Jordan Green, Sr., 79, of Knoxville, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2019 at his home. He was retired from UPS after 32 years of service. He loved people, sports and reading.He is preceded in death by his parents, Henry and Bertha…
World-acclaimed author, educator and poet Nikki Giovanni will read her “Knoxville, Tennessee” poem during the unveiling of a Mulvaney Street historic marker at Cal Johnson Recreation Center. Mayor Madeline Rogero and other City officials will host Nikki Giovanni at 10 am, Thursday, May 23, 2019, to assist with the unveiling of a historic marker…
Knoxville, TN – Mother Hueen Ballard Chesney peacefully passed away on Friday, May 17, 2019 at National Health Care (NHC) Fort Sanders. She was a faithful member of Peace & Goodwill Missionary Baptist Church, serving both on the Mother’s Board and…
Knoxville, TN – Betty Holmes Mason departed this life, Saturday, May 11, 2019 after a lingering illness. She was a retired Chicago Public Schools teacher. Betty was a dear friend to many and her high spirit is sorely missed. Preceded in death by parents, …
Knoxville, TN – Sandra passed away on Tuesday, May 7, 2019. Sandra was a resident of Knoxville, Tennessee at the time of passing.
Oak Ridge, TN – Jackson Friendly passed away May 18, 2019 at Tennova Healthcare. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home.
Knoxville, TN – James Thomas Geter, Jr. “Poor Boy” was born to James, Sr. and Mable Gillespie Geter on December 1, 1938. His earthly life quietly ceased on May 20, 2019.”Poor Boy” graduated Austin High School, Class of 1959. After graduation, he enlisted…
The Knox County Democratic Party’s annual Truman Day event will be at 6:30 pm on Friday, May 31, at the Foundry World’s Fair Park. The guest speakers are two dynamic women. Memphis Rep. Karen Camper who is the first African-American to be elected as House Minority Leader of the Tennessee House of Representative, and Knoxville…
Based in Atlanta, Georgia, The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. and Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, are experts at reuniting children with their fathers. Nationwide (BlackNews.com) Michigan Native, Dr. Torri J. Evans-Barton, Founder & CEO of The Fatherless Generation Foundation Inc. (TFGF) has successfully reunited 3,112 fatherless children with their biological fathers. One out of 3 African-American…
Knoxville, TN – Conley Pete Whitmire, Jr., born to Conley Sr. and Hattie Whitman Whitmire on January 25, 1941, moved on to his heavenly home May 13, 2019. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army having served two tours in Vietnam.
JOHNSON CITY, TN – Kirby Lynn Hill, Pastor of Jubilee World Outreach (JWO) passed away on Tuesday, May 14, 2019 at the Johnson City Medical Center. He was a graduate of Alcoa High School and East Tennessee State University. Pastor Hill was a founding member of JWO where he served as Senior Pastor. He was…
Op-Ed By Felicia Outsey As A parent of A Project Grad Scholar, I must say that Project Grad Knoxville Really Achieves Dreams. They kept their promise to assist Lanyah in her education endeavors throughout her Journey from Austin East High School to Pellissippi State Community College and on to Aveda! This program, along with its…
By Mo Barnes Over the past four years students of Morehouse College, Spelman College, and Clark-Atlanta University have labored for educational and personal development in pursuit of their degrees. But this year the upcoming commencement and baccalaureate ceremonies at these Atlanta Historically Black College and University have been targeted for a hateful protest by the…
Carl Cowan was born in Knoxville and lived in Mechanicsville on College Street, near the Knoxville College campus, with his father and mother, Hugh and Maggie, and his younger brother, Clause. Cowan attended Knoxville College and was active in student civic, social, and athletic organizations. He was a member of Alpha Phi Alpha fraternity, played…