Knoxville – Rolanda ” Nokie” Rogers, age 56, went home to be with the Lord Friday, August 9, 2019. Preceded in death by: mother, Cora “Cookie” Scott; father, Horace Battle; maternal grandparents, Andrew and Dorothy Dix; paternal grandmother Susie Battle. Survivors, devoted daughters, Harneatha (Marlon) Mitchell; Shenitta Rogers and Vintrice and Victoria Carero; 9 devoted…
Figgers Health Releases SMART Gluco 2 Wireless Monitoring System With Bluetooth Miami, FL (BlackNews.com) — Freddie Figgers, founder of Figgers Health Systems, has released a one of a kind SMART glucose meter that allows for real-time accountability and monitoring with just one simple touch. Compatible with iOS/iPhone and Android systems, this FDA Approved and Patent Pending device…
(CLEVELAND, TN) – Edward Tyrome Wells age 76 was born in Cleveland, Tn to the late Martha J. Johnson Wells and Henry Wells. He is preceded in death by his late parents; sisters: Sandra D. Wells, Charlotte Elaine Wells, Connie Faye Ware; one brother: Randy Wells; brother-in-law Charles Walker; Edward was a graduate of College Hill High School. He…
By Camilo Montoya-Galvez in The Westside Gazette In a rare public statement on Monday, Aug. 12, 2019, about twin mass shootings that have rattled the nation, former President Barack Obama offered a forceful rebuke of the growing gun violence in America. Not only denouncing the lack of federal gun control measures but public leaders who demonize…
This 2nd annual event honors the enslaved Africans who arrived in 1619 and seeks to reclaim 400-years of Black commerce. On Aug. 23-25, 2019, over 120 Black-owned vendors and consumers will gather at the second-annual We Buy Black Convention in Atlanta at the Georgia International Convention Center. With the theme “Setting the Precedent for the…
ONE PENNY admits school-aged children (up to age 18) in Anderson, Blount, Campbell, Knox, Loudon, Monroe, Morgan, Roane, Scott, Sevier, and Union counties to arts and culture events/activities. (08/14/2019/Knoxville) – The Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville, in cooperation with the local arts and culture community, is proud to announce the tenth year of…
(ALCOA, TN) Dorothy Mitchell Kincaid of Alcoa passed away August 14, 2019 at her home. As per her request, she will be cremated and no services are planned at this time. Final arrangements entrusted to Foothills Funeral Home, Maryville. www.foothillsfh.com From Sarah Herron, BCDP Chair – It is with a broken heart that I inform you…
You may be eligible for free record expungement license reinstatement! Is a criminal history holding you back? Is your Tennessee driver’s license suspended or revoked, and you need to get it back? You may be eligible for free record expungement if: You had charges against you dismissed A “no true bill” was returned by the…
MAYORAL CANDIDATE MARSHALL STAIR ENDORSED BY CURRENT AND FORMER KNOXVILLE ELECTED OFFICIALS Knoxville, TN – Candidate for Knoxville city mayor Marshall Stair has received the endorsements of former Knoxville City Mayor Daniel Brown, former Chair of the Knox County Commission Tank Strickland, and Knoxville City Councilman Mark Campen. “It feels great to have support from these…
Knoxville – Verenda A. Davis, 69, went home to her Heavenly Father, Wednesday, August 7, 2019 after a courageous battle with cancer. Devoted member of Hemingway Memorial AME Church in District Heights, MD and after moving to Knoxville, she attended Sevier Heights Baptist Church. Verenda was a 1967 graduate of East High School. She was…
It was another terrible week in the USA. As an individual, it is sometimes hard to know how to have an impact on gun violence in our country. Below are some potential remedies to consider. AUGUST 2019 – CALL TO ACTION Gun Legislation Rally – Sunday, August 18th from 3-4 PM at Howard Baker Jr. Federal…
(OAK RIDGE, TN) Barry Maurice Timmons, age 57, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 in Meridianville, AL. He was born May 2, 1962, the youngest of ten sons, to Freddie Lee and Gertrude Irene Timmons in Oak Ridge, TN. Preceded in death by his parents; brothers Robert “Bobby”, Derrick,…
(KNOXVILLE, TN) – Sareeta Tawain Morgan peacefully transitioned to her heavenly home on August 5, 2019, in Knoxville, TN. Sareeta was born on June 4, 1975 in Farmington Hills, Michigan She was the oldest of four siblings to Ms. Toby Dial (Reginald), and Clayborn Beverly II. .. She resided in Detroit Michigan before moving to Birmingham,…
(KNOXVILLE) Andrew Flowers, Jr., age 46, entered eternal peace and divine healing on Saturday, August 10, 2019. He was born August 29, 1972 to Andrew “Bubba” Flowers, Sr. and F. Belinda Lee in Knoxville, TN. “Drew” enjoyed many things; cooking, fishing, boxing, good music and most importantly he loved the Lord. He would engage in…
(CORRYTON, TN) – Joshua Warren Gheen, of Corryton, TN, passed away August 10, 2019 in Knoxville, TN. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
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Republished from December 2015 in the Knoxville News-Sentinel to honor Mrs. Olga Lash Barnes who died in June 2019. Go to the ETE Obituaries for more information. By Patricia Williams (KNOXVILLE, TN – Dec. 2015) – Mrs. Olga Josephine Lash Barnes recently celebrated her 100th birthday at the Holston Hills home of her daughter and…
6X60 Entertainment is a local group with a dual purpose. Proceeds from events are used to provide scholarships for local youths, community upgrades, and more. Don’t miss the End of Summer Blowout III. An evening of live music, dancing, and door prizes from local businesses. Doors open at 7 pm, Saturday, August 31st at the Townplace Suites, 200…
Knoxville – KaiReese Lamont Bradley, 2 months old, of Knoxville, departed this earth on August 2, 2019. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Micheal & Juwanna Bradley, and great-grandfather Charles Ellis. He is survived by his mother, Keona Ellis and father Marcus Bradley; grandmother, Charlesena McAllister; special uncles, Tequan Ellis and Mike Bradley;…
Knoxville – Jaxxon Flood, 2-month-old infant, passed away July 31, 2019 at UT Medical Center. He is survived by his parents: Jessica Cross and Stedman Flood; grandparents: Angela (Rodney) Smartt, Jesse (Lynette) Anthony, Sharon Flood and TJ Reed; and a host of relatives and friends. The family will receive friends on Saturday, August 10, 2019…
Knoxville – Ernest Eugene Hall, Jr., departed this life into eternal rest and tranquility on Thursday, August 1, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. He was 61. He graduated from Rule High School in 1975, was a 20-year Marine Corps veteran and worked for 24 years for Melaleuca Incorporated at the…
By Charles Washington A brave new world. America made great again – not so much last night. What’s going on in America made its way to my neighborhood, my home, down my driveway, past the protection of my front door and settled in the consciousness of my son’s world for what I fear will be…
Knoxville – Yasha Yvette Tate, 32, born September 19, 1986 gained her wings Monday August 5, 2019 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She attended West High school and attended Pellissippi State Community College with an inspiring desire to be an RN. Yasha was preceded in death by great-grandparents Roy and Odessa Johnson and Willie…
Knoxville – Melissa Diane Dailey-Gordon was born on July 2, 1973 to Errol and Wilma Dailey. She transitioned from this life on July 30, 2019. In her early years, she attended Knox County Elementary School and Austin-East High School. Melissa was preceded in death by her grandparents: Carl and Mary Brabson, Gordon Dailey and Thornton…
Knoxville, TN — Brianna Mason, a 23-year-old Nashville native, has recently been crowned Miss Tennessee, making her the first-ever Black woman to win the title since the competition started over 80 years ago. And Mason had to try competing four times before actually winning it. “I can’t even put into words how special that is,…