WRS Inc. has reached an agreement to buy the vacant 435,667 square-foot Standard Knitting Mill building at 1400 Washington Ave. in East Knoxville from another private owner. On Thursday, Dec. 12, at 2:30 p.m., at the Pellissippi…
KNOXVILLE, TN (Nov. 18, 2019) – Knoxville Mayor-Elect Indya Kincannon announced that she has put together a group of government, business, and community leaders to advise her on important decisions during the transition. Transition team members have been…
Alcoa, TN – “Lisa Gail Jackson-Hunt, age 57, went to be with her Lord on November 27, 2019 in Alcoa. Preceded in death by W.F. Jackson, father and Deloris Davis, sister. Survived by husband of 35 years, James Hunt,…
Ruby Mae Evans passed away November 30, 2019 at her home. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Knoxville – Maurice A. Rogers Sr., departed this life at home on November 19, 2019. He was a member of Bentley Street Church, a former member of Bethel A.M.E. Church. Left to cherish his memories are son, Maurice…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Rachel Evelyn Roddy Jack “Mama Rachel,” 94, peacefully transitioned from this earthly world, November 26, 2019. Born, April 2, 1925, to the late Clarence and Lucille Hopewell Roddy. A lifelong member of Lennon-Seney United Methodist…
By Michael Covington, Guest columnist One of the worst things an advocate can do is go after a righteous dude. Former State Rep., former City Council member, former mayoral aide, former Beck Cultural Center director and Knoxville’s foremost…
KNOXVILLE, TN – John Carl Lattimore, Sr., affectionately known as Gator, went home to be with the Lord Thursday, November 21, 2019 at his residence. Born September 4, 1931 in Abbeville, SC, the son of Ezekiel and Lucinda…
KNOXVILLE, TN (Nov14, 2019) – The Knoxville National Association for the Advancement of Colored People recently celebrated 100 years of service with a gala at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in East Knoxville. The keynote speaker was the esteemed…
We had a great turnout at SOS’s Community Resource Fair! Save Our Sons presented a Community Resource Fair at the new Honey Rock Events Center at 4001 Holston Drive that is adjacent to the Honey Rock Thrift Store,…
Blount County Democratic Party Annual Roosevelt Dinner Honored Outstanding Community Members MARYVILLE, TN (Nov. 18, 2019) – The Blount County Annual Roosevelt Dinner & Fundraiser was on Saturday, Nov 18, 2019 at Green Meadow Country Club. The event…
Children over the age of 30 are encouraged to help their parents and grandparents get enrolled for Medicare, a federal health insurance program. Nationwide — Open healthcare enrollment started on October 15th, and the deadline is already fast…
Editor’s note: There are few and fewer black businesses in Knoxville and East Tennessee, shopping is growing into a global internet experience. Our local businesses can join this campaign of selling to global shoppers, while local shoppers can…
By Jered Croom There are few things more iconic than the automobile and even fewer names more sacred than Ford and Ferrari. This film captures a glimpse into their rivalry over a coveted race, the 24-hour Le Mans…
Knoxville, TN – Jennie Lynn Cornelius, age 81, passed away November 19, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Hospital. “Mama Jen” was born June 26, 1938 in Mecklenburg County, North Carolina. Before relocating to Knoxville, she worked in the…
Knoxville, TN – Mrs. Peggy J. Kershaw-Thomas, after 82 prodigious years, transitioned this earthly life on Monday, November 18, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a charter member of St. John Baptist Church and a…
Knoxville – Saul Jenkins, Sr., age 69 beloved husband, father, grandfather, son, brother, uncle, and a friend entered the Kingdom of God, Tuesday, November 12, 2019 after a courageous battle with health issues. Saul was born, July 11,…
Knoxville – Randolph C. Johnson, “Randy the Plummer” age 58, departed this life, November 18, 2019 at U. T. Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by father, Rev. C. E. Johnson; grandson, Tony L. Taylor. Survivors, mother, Estelle Johnson;…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Willie Carlton “Brother” Arnold Jr., age 60, entered his eternal resting place, peacefully at his home, Tuesday, November 19, 2019. Preceded in death by father; Willie Arnold Sr.; mother, Emma Arnold, and brother, Robert Arnold….
KNOXVILLE, TN – Ronald Buford, age 62, went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, November 16, 2019 at Summit View of Farragut. He was born September 4, 1957 and was a graduate of Austin-East High School, Class…
By Ashley D. Bell, Regional Administrator, U.S. Small Business Administration Join in celebrating the 10th year of Small Business Saturday this November 30th! Celebrated each year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving, Small Business Saturday is a way for consumers…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Lewyll Lavaughn Lockhart, age 51, was welcomed into Heaven on Friday November 15, 2019 from his home at Open Arms Care Knoxville, TN. He was preceded in death by his mother Evelyn Alexander Lockhart Taylor…
KNOXVILLE (Nov. 19, 2019) Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero will join Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) Executive Director and CEO Ben Bentley to open the initial units at The Cottages at Clifton, which will provide affordable housing for senior…