Thelma J. Hester (age 97)
Elberton, GA – Thelma J. Hester, formerly of Elberton, GA, transitioned from this life to enter eternal rest with the Lord on Sunday, February 14, 2021. Born, June 7, 1931 to Reverend Lamar and Alice Cade Hester, Thelma…
Brian Scott Hicks
Knoxville – Brian Scott Hicks, of Knoxville, passed away on Sunday, February 14, 2021. He is survived by Mother, Judy Adkins, Father, David Hicks, Children, Danity and Devin Hicks, Siblings, Ashley and Kenny Hicks, Nieces and Nephews, Benjamin…
Arthur Charles Robinson (age 78)
Arthur Charles Robinson was born July 10, 1942, in Sherman, Alabama to the late Willie C. Moore and Aserine Robinson. He grew up in Oak Ridge, TN. Arthur Charles was part of the historic “Oak Ridge 85” where…
Lorenzo “Low” Tate (age 63)
Knoxville – Lorenzo “Low” Tate 63 of Knoxville departed this life Thursday, February 11, 2021. He was born to Elder J.C Tate and Missionary Leonia Sims Tate. He was a U.S. Army Veteran and was employed by Knox…
Ernest Samuel Reagan (age 74)
LaFollette – Ernest Samuel Reagan departed life, Friday, February 11, 2021, at home, age, 74 born April 5, 1945 in LaFollette, TN. Ernest Reagan graduated LaFollette High School. He was honorably discharged from United States Army, retired from…
Evangeline Smith Young (age 96)
Knoxville – Evangeline Smith Young of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord, February 9, 2021 at the age of 96. Van as she was affectionately known by her family transitioned at home under the watch of her…
Pearson “Doonie” Branner Jr.
Smyrna – Pearson “Doonie” Branner, JR.- went home to be with his heavenly Father, February 10, 2021 in Smyrna, TN. Preceded in death by mother, and father, Vivian Clemons Branner and Pearson “Pig” Branner; sister, Ann Branner. He…
James Edward DuBose (age 75)
KNOXVILLE, TN – James Edward DuBose, age 75, was born, May 18, 1945 in Alcoa, Tennessee to Embry E. DuBose and Edith I. Kelly DuBose. He departed this life, February 14, 2021. Jim was a graduate of Austin…
Love Kitchen’s 35th year celebrated with gifts; new van, cash and canned goods
On its 35th Anniversary, the Love Kitchen was gifted with a new van long-time supporter Rusty Wallace Nissan, and a check for $7,428.49 and 12 barrels of canned food from the County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. KNOXVILLE, Tenn….
Willis Lance Hardin (age 36)
Clinton, TN – Willis Lance Hardin, age 36, departed this life on Sunday, February 7, 2021 to unite with his father, Durward Hardin and his grandparents, Eddie and Edna Golden, whom he admired. On March 10, 1984, Willis,…
Annual Knoxville Future Planning session, with City, County, and State Reps to meet via ZOOM Feb. 19.
On Friday, Feb. 19, the city mayor, City Council members, senior City staff, State Representatives, and Senators who represent Knox County legislative districts will meet for the annual legislative planning session. The public can follow virtually. KNOXVILLE, TN…
Knoxville, TN – James Alvin Davis born in Gadsden, Alabama, a native of Detroit, MI and a resident of Knoxville, TN for over 30 years, departed this life on February 3, 2021. He was preceded in death; by…
Lawrence H. (Larry) Wynn (age 65)
Knoxville – Lawrence H. Wynn (Larry) 65 of Knoxville departed this life Saturday, February 6, 2021. He was born to Sarah E. Wynn and L. H. Morgaine. He was a graduate of Austin-East Class of 1973. Larry was…
Nikita Monique Kennedy Nunez (age 30)
Nikita Monique Kennedy Nunez, born February 23, 1991, tragically passed on January 31, 2021 to be with her father Antonio Donte’ Carr, grandfather Victor Kennedy and sister Marcia Crider. She leaves to mourn her passing, 4 beautiful children,…
56th Annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee to be Virtual with Global reach
Free registration is open for the 2021 virtual Historic 56th Annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee. Themed “Beyond the Bridge: People Power, Political Power, Economic Power” is planned to be global, and historic. Honored guests include civil rights icons…
Rufus Eugene Nance
Knoxville – Rufus Eugene Nance- of Knoxville departed this life on January 21, 2021. He is survived by a host of relatives and many friends. There will be a Memorial Service held at a later date. Unity Mortuary…
Mayor Jacobs embracing social media with Docuseries: Knox Narratives
In recognition of Black History Month, the first installment of Mayor Jacobs’ docuseries, ‘Knox Narratives’ features Robert J. (Bob) Booker, a Knoxville native who was a key actor in shaping and preserving Knoxville’s Black history. It can be…
James Christopher “Romie” Tyson (age 40)
Alcoa, TN – James “Romie” Christopher Tyson, 40, departed this life on February 3, 2021 in his home. James never met a stranger and was loved by many. He made it his mission to help others and to…
Mary Wilson: The longest member of The Supremes, died
Mary Wilson was an R&B singer and a founding and the longest member of the Supremes was born March 6, 1944, to Sam, a butcher, and Johnnie Mae Wilson in Greenville, Mississippi. She died on February 8, 2021, at her…
Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp (age 57)
(KNOXVILLE, TN) Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp, “Reese”, was born January 5, 1964 to Lois J. Sanders and Thomas Lee Snapp, Sr. in Knoxville, TN. He transitioned on February 5, 2021 at Park West Medical Center. Reese was of Baptist…
Knoxville’s 211 Online Chatbot has Spanish option
The City’s 311 Center for Service Innovation now has a Spanish-language option for its online chatbot. KNOXVILLE, TN (Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021) – When users initiate a chat, they will be asked “What is your preferred language?…
Thomas Lewis Walker (age 63)
In loving memory of Thomas Lewis Walker 63, born January 18, 1958 it is with heavy hearts that we announce that he gained his wings, February 3, 2021. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered….
City leaders low-ball citizen concerns over the use of public funds for private ball park
The following open letter was delivered to the named recipients on Thursday, February 4, 2021, the day of the regularly scheduled City Council meeting when the matter was on the agenda. Prior to the meeting, there was a…
Diehl E. Unger (age 73)
LOUISVILLE, TN – Diehl E. Unger, age 73, born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 28, 2021. He suffered from multiple health issues for many years from exposure to Agent Orange during the Vietnam…
Michael Beatty (age 60)
Knoxville – Micheal Bruce Beatty of Knoxville was November 23, 1950 to the late James Charles Beatty and Willie Mae Beatty. He departed this life on February 3, 2021. He was preceded in death by Parents, Mrs. Willie…