KCean, Board Chair, Civil Rights Legend, History Maker Dies By Franklin Tate She came to Knoxville College (KC) on a scholarship from Mayflower, Arkansas, graduated, and became the first black student to enter any medical school in…
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Knoxville – Joshua Ray Davenport, born December 30, 1994; entered into his eternal resting place, Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Although his death was sudden, his infectious smile and love for his family will forever remain in our hearts….
Knoxville – Joyce Moore-Burton born October 22, 1955 surrounded by family went home to be with the Lord on July 12, 2019. Joyce had the warmest smile and the biggest sense of humor. She fought the good fight…
MARY J. BLIGE, MAXWELL AND MORE TO HEADLINE THE 2019 CINCINNATI MUSIC FESTIVAL Cincinnati, OH — Premier ticket and hotel reseller, Berrywise Enterprise is providing ticket and hotel packages for the 2019 Cincinnati Music Festival. The iconic event will happen Thursday,…
In her new book, ‘Get Rid of Your Stupid List!,’ author T.L. Adams shares dating tips and her personal experiences as a successful black woman. Get Rid of Your Stupid List!, is based on one woman’s personal experiences….
Elizabeth Ann “Rita” Robin, born August 21, 1928 in Athens, TN passed away peacefully at home Sunday July 14, 2019. She was preceded in death by her parents Dora and Douglas amp; Dean Scruggs Douglas Casey, spouse Sylvanus…
KNOXVILLE, TN – Ruth Long Woodfin Hardin, a well known Gospel Singer was born, April 30, 1929 to Joseph Long, and Laudie Summers Long in Appalachia, Virginia. She joined the number of the immortal, July 10, 2019. She…
Mother Martha Lillian Byrd Cleveland was born on Feb. 7, 1926, in Loudon, TN. She was the second of seven children born to the late Robert and Curra Bates Cleveland. She departed this earthly life on Saturday, June…
Knoxville – Bertha Mae Keys departed this life on June 18, 2019 at Fort Sanders Hospital. She is survived by her husband Kenneth Keys; sons Cecil, Shawn and Jamar; grandson Azy’Rion; brothers-in-law, Doug, Sammie and Buddie Keys; sister-in-law,…
Knoxville – Margaret Houston was born, May 12, 1932 in Thornton, Arkansas. She was one of eight children born to William, Sr. and Marean Greene. Throughout her life, Margaret demonstrated resiliency and fortitude. After losing her mother at…
KNOXVILLE – Julian Dixson, Jr., the fourth child born to the late Julian Dixson, Sr. and Mary Ella Dixson. Born in Knoxville, TN, April 13, 1940. He departed this life, Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Fort Sanders Hospital…
Knoxville – Michael Edward Woods, “Mike”, age 53, of Knoxville, departed this earthly dwelling place on Thursday, June 27, 2019. He attended Mt. Juliet High School and was a 1989 graduate of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. He…
Knoxville – Fred Kenneth “Ken” Upton, Sr., passed away on Monday, June 24, 2019. Ken attended High Point High School in Sweetwater and Madisonville High in Madisonville, TN. He was employed at Alcoa for 35 years. Ken was…
The All Healers Mental Health Alliance and the Institute of the Black World 21st Century Black Family Summit Presented the National Conference on Culturally Competent Disaster Response on June 28-29, 2019 at the Staybridge Suites in Baltimore, Maryland….
Mildred Alice V. Constant-Taylor, age 83, was born in Cleveland, Tennessee to the late George Elvert and Eva Lois Peters-Constant. She passed away July 7, 2019. She was preceded in death by her husband Willie James Taylor and her…
Knoxville – Jessie Lou Bell Harper passed away peacefully July 9, 2019. She was born September 12, 1941 in Opelika, Alabama to Charlie and Georgia Butler Bell. She was the proud wife of Dan H. Harper for 61…
NKBPA Nonprofit July at Whittle Springs Middle School We’re switching it up for the month of July. We want to spotlight our nonprofit members this month. We will have a series of short nonprofit member spotlights showcasing our…
By Josh Flory Nevaeh Phelan is usually dizzy when she steps off of the “spinner”, a new piece of playground equipment at Lonsdale Elementary. But the 5th-grader said she likes the apparatus — a small platform that’s connected…
JULY July 29 (Monday) First Day for Teachers – In-service (Building) July 30 (Tuesday) In-service Day (PreK – 12 System-wide) July 31 (Wednesday) Administrative Day (Teacher Work Day) AUGUST August 1 (Thursday) Administrative Day (Teacher Work Day); Orientation for 6th and 9th graders August 2…
kNOXVILLE, TN, Lonsdale – Mrs. Annie “Ann” Jean Lockhart Smith, age 60, passed away on the early morning of July 4, 2019 at her home. She is now at home with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, face…
(KNOXVILLE, TN – July 10, 2019) The Kincannon for Mayor campaign enjoyed its most successful fundraising quarter to date. Today’s financial disclosure report shows more than $72,000 was raised, more than double the amount raised the previous quarter….
Join the Knox County Democratic Party for a night of great music and humor with Roy Zimmerman! ROY ZIMMERMAN: RiZe Up! Sat., July 20, Flying Anvil Theatre, 1300 Rocky Hill Road, Knoxville. Doors open at 7 p.m.; Showtime at 7:30…
KNOXVILLE – Leroy Martin, Sr., son of Annie Bell and Robert Shepard was born, April 7, 1941. He peacefully slept away, July 1, 2019 at Fort Sanders Hospital. He was formerly a member of Tabernacle Baptist Church and…
A Black-owned farm-to-table restaurant based in New Jersey named Cornbread will be opening their newest locations inside 3 Walmart stores in Pittsburgh, PA this year. With the expansion, Cornbread hopes to serve more people with soul food dishes…