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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Mary Woods (age 75)
Mary Kathryn Woods, at the blessed age of 75, was called home to be with the Lord, on Saturday, Feb. 6, 2021. She was preceded in death by her sons: Chancel Jr….
Max A Carter (age 71)
KNOXVILLE, TN – Max Arthur Carter, age 71, of Knoxville, departed this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021. He was born in Greeneville, Tennessee on September 20, 1949, to Gussie L. Carter….
Willis Lance Hardin March 10, 1984 ~ February 7, 2021 (age 36)
Willis Lance Hardin passed away February 7, 2021 . Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Willis’ family, please visit our floral store.
Roman Littlejohn (age 80)
Knoxville, TN – Roman Littlejohn went home to be with the Lord on Saturday, January 30, 2021 surrounded by his family. Roman was born October 3, 1940 to the Late Otis Sr….
Mary Warren “Mitzi” Mitchell (age 72)
Detroit, MI – Mary “Mitzi” Warren Mitchell, age 72, formerly of Knoxville, passed away, at Grace Hospital in Detroit, MI. While residing in Knoxville, she was a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church….
Pinkie Pearl Daniel (age 72)
KNOXVILLE, TN – Pinkie Pearl Daniel (72) took her heavenly wings Wednesday, February 3, 2021 at United Methodist Medical Center Oak Ridge, TN. Born October 29, 1948 in Opelika Alabama to David…
Frones Lee Eggleston, Jr. (age 33)
Frones Lee Eggleston, Jr. passed away February 5, 2021 . Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Frones’ family, please visit our floral store.
Ethel Davis June 15, 1941 ~ February 5, 2021 (age 79)
Ethel Davis passed away February 5, 2021 . Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Ethel’s family, please visit our floral store.
Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp (age 57)
Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp passed away February 05, 2021. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Kennedy’s family, please visit our floral store.
John Russell Walker (age 45)
Alcoa, TN – John Russell Walker was born on December 31, 1985 passed away on January 21, 2021. John attended Alcoa High School and received an Associated Degree from Pellissippi State Community…
New Freedom Pass gives KCS students free KAT Bus Rides all day, all year.
KNOXVILLE, TN (February 1, 2021) – The new Freedom Pass allows unlimited rides on KAT’s fixed-route bus service through Dec. 31, 2021. “The City’s Freedom Pass program will increase access to after-school…
Katherine McNair October 17, 1951 ~ February 2, 2021 (age 69)
Katherine McNair passed away February 2 2021 at NHC Healthcare. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Katherine’s family, please visit our floral store.
Doris Diane Rodgers-Lawson (age 64)
Doris Diane Rodgers-Lawson passed away February 3, 2021 at home. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Doris’ family, please visit our floral store.
Kristi Tate (age 58)
Kristi Robin Tate, born on April 7, 1962, was the youngest child born to the union of Melvin and Mary Montgomery Tate. She attended Eastport Elementary, Vine Junior High and Austin East…