The Kwanzaa holiday was established in America in 1965, by activist and educator Dr. Maulana Karenga. His intent was to educate generations of indoctrinated peoples of their African culture and traditions as a means of self-empowerment. Karenga taught…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The patients at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital woke up on Christmas Day to colorfully decorated gift stockings at the foot of their beds, courtesy of employees of MLILY USA. The Knoxville MLILY showroom staff at…
Get into the Kwanzaa Spirit with The Bottom Knoxville crew. Celebrate community, culture & creativity during the seven-day observance of Kwanzaa. It kicks off on Sunday, Dec. 26th, with Umoja (Unity) Brown Girl’s Brunch RSVP HERE! New to…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (December 2021) – A Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical Company Happy Face truck. (Photo submitted to ETE Enlightener) In a “happy face” truck, Hiller Plumbing, Heating, Cooling & Electrical (Hiller) delivered over $10,500 to…
Ether Jackson was born on December 24, 1920. After her first retirement many years ago, she went to work at The Beck Cultural Exchange Center. She retired again from her work at the Beck Center. But retirement was…
Nursing homes and assisted living communities faced workforce and economic crises long before the pandemic, due in large part to chronic Medicaid underfunding. But now, long-term care facilities are grappling with the worst job loss among all health…
The City of Knoxville is hosting five community listening sessions to gather input to help guide the search for the next Knoxville Police Department Chief. City Mayor Indya Kincannon is reaching out to let you know how…
It’s Giving Season! Many are planning parties, gifting and holiday traditions that will become memories with friends and family. For some, it’s also an opportunity to give back to those less fortunate and in need. Studies show that…
December 14, 1926: Singing tenor, Roland Hayes performed at the Lyric Theater to a mixed-race audience at the invitation of the Knoxville Altruistic Club, a Black organization. His performance earned top reviews. December 16, 1943: Knoxville College went from a…
East Tennesseans looked forward to the Knoxville College Coleridge-Taylor Chorus December performance of “Messiah” that became an annual tradition. By Patricia Williams, East Tennessee Enlightener KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (December 2021) – On December 17, 1933, the Coleridge-Taylor Chorus of Knoxville…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 10, 2021) – The African American Equity Restoration Task Force will meet 5-7 p.m., Wednesday, Dec. 15, at Beck Cultural Exchange Center, 1927 Dandridge Ave. in Knoxville. The meeting hosts and participants include Vice Mayor…
(December 2021) – Due to global demand for natural gas, KUB and its customers will experience higher bills this winter compared to 2020. The projected change is due to market demand for energy, not an increase by KUB. KUB expects customers…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Dec. 8, 2021) – Three seniors from Austin-East Magnet High School saw their academic efforts pay off in a big way this week, thanks to a scholarship program from the University of Tennessee-Knoxville. During a surprise…
Knoxville Community Invited to Get “Lunch on Comcast” (Knoxville, TN): Dec. 09, 2021 – Comcast Business announced today it is inviting the public and media to enjoy a free lunch or dinner on Thursday, Dec. 9 from 11:30…
City leaders, Appalachian Mountain Bike Club (AMBC) trail-building enthusiasts and Urban Wilderness advocates will gather at the (Governor) William Hastie Natural Area At 3 p.m. on Friday, Dec. 10, to celebrate a 27-acre expansion of this section of…
Great news for greater Knoxville customers! Comcast boosted Xfinity Internet Speeds are now live at no additional cost to customers. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (November 10, 2021) – Comcast announced that it has increased speeds for its most popular Xfinity…
By Kristine Froeba, The Military Times Veteran’s Day, November 11, 2021 Republished, December 7, 2021 – Louisiana’s Lawrence Brooks, aged 112, smiled as his daughter, Vanessa, tenderly placed his new garrison cap on his head in the ICU bed. She…
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The Knox County Democratic Party is preparing candidates for the 2022 and future election cycles with a new Candidate Training Program. Qualified candidates and those who are considering running for office are encouraged to apply….
GEM Community Development Group seeks minority contractors for development of ‘privately owned properties to surround’ the multi-use stadium project in partnership with the Knoxville Area Urban League. Workers needed for construction of private properties to surround Knoxville Multi-use…
December 1, 1955, Rosa Parks was arrested for refusing to give up her seat to a white man on a public bus in Montgomery, Alabama. Black citizens banned together and initiated the Montgomery Bus Boycott protest against racial…
The community is encouraged to attend a send-off for members of “The Oak Ridge 85” traveling to Washington D.C. to be honored. OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (Nov. 28, 2021) – There are only 30 known remaining members of the…
Ruth Morgan, contributor Maryville Huddlers Women’s March Coalition Sun 28-Nov-21 9:53 AM ETE politics/local Actions for Week of November 28, 2021 Support Build Back Better in the Senate – The landmark Build Back Better bill passed the House on November 19th….
The Harlem Hellfighters: The Incredible Story Behind the Most Decorated United States Military Regiment in World War I First posted on Thursday, February 4, 2021 President Calvin Coolidge paid tribute to African Americans who fought in World War…
More than 500 Aspen Dental Offices across the country opened on November 6 to break down barriers to care on Aspen Dental’s 7th Annual Day of Service provided free dental care to more than 3,000 military veterans and…
November 1, 1945: Ebony Magazine was published with an initial press run of 25,000 copies. November 1, 1951: Jet Magazine was released. November 2, 1986: President Ronald Reagan signed into law, the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday to be…