Knoxville, TN – Jasmine Chantelle Boyd passed away May 5, 2019. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home.
Comcast Cares Day Builds Community Connections
By Patricia Williams Comcast customer service agents at the call center on Asheville Hwy. in East Knoxville put their phones down on Saturday for the annual Comcast Cares Day. Hundreds of Comcasters,…
Sandra Maritha Stokely McCray
Knoxville, TN – Sandra Maritha Stokely McCray, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family love, April 28, 2019.Preceded in death by father, James Stokely; mother, Vida Stokely; stepmother, Rosalind Stokely; daughter, Carla Morris.
Lydia Mae Fulton
Knoxville, TN – Lydia Mae Fulton departed this life May 1, 2019 at North Haven nursing home.She was a widow of the late Bun Fulton. Former member of Tabernacle Church. Survived by devoted daughter, Barbara Nero; sisters, Pauline McClellan, Ollie…
Clifford William Dailey
Knoxville, TN – Clifford William Dailey , known as Day Way, passed away April 27, 2019.Preceded in death by his wife, Tiffany Dawn Dailey; father, John Reynolds, Sr.; sister, Yvonne Dailey; brothers, Lyle “Butch” Dailey and John Reynolds, Jr. and…
Top 3 USA Pageants Culminate in Historic First
By Patricia Williams For the first time in the history of the top beauty pageants in the country, three Black women are simultaneously wearing crowns as 2019 Miss USA, Miss Teen USA,…
Top Tennessee School Districts Slam Voucher Bill as Unconstitutional
By MARTA W. ALDRICH – APRIL 29, 2019) School districts in Memphis and Nashville threatened Monday to sue the state if Gov. Bill Lee’s voucher proposal targeting their students and school systems…
Student Singers Compete, CTE Live Today on Market Square
Knox County Schools will host the “CTE Goes Live” singing competition 7-9 pm, today, May 3, on the Market Square Stage. Students representing 15 high schools will compete for the grand prize:…
KICMA Supports Freedom School with $500 Gift
Caption: (L-R) The ladies are Rev. Dr. Vivian Williams, Rev. Mildren Smith, and Freedom School Director Denise Dean. (Second-row L-R) Pastors Charles Lomax, Johny Skinner, Richard S.Brown, Derick Wakefield, Gene Thomas, Jr.,…
Austin-East Theater Students Win Top State Honors
Students in Doug James theater class at Austin-East earned top honors at the Tennessee High School Speech & Drama League State Tournament. By Josh Flory Students from Austin-East High School used the…
Angela Eliana Turman
Knoxville, TN – Angela Eliana Turman, born October 7, 1944 to Harvey Turman and the late Beatrice Washington. Preceded in death by mother, Beatrice Washington. She leaves to cherish her loving memories, father, Harvey Turman; sister, Jackie (Andy)…
Charles Robinson
Maryville, TN – Charles Robinson passed away in April 2019.Charles was a resident of Alcoa, Tennessee at the time of passing. Funeral service will be held Friday, Jan. 18, 2019, at 11 a.m. at Rest Haven Baptist Church, Alcoa, with the…
Herbert Porter
Maryville, TN – Herbert Porter was born on January 8, 1944 and passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019. Herbert was a resident of Louisville, Tennessee at the time of passing. He had retired from Pratt & Whitney Aircraft Group where he worked…
Angela Turman
Knoxville, TN – Angela Turman, departed this life, May 1, 2019 at her home. Arrangements will be announced by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY
Parks & Rec Grants Match Community Projects
CHALLENGE GRANT APPLICATIONS from community organizations and non-profits, Accepted through May, 2019. The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for its 2019 Challenge Grant Program, which offers…
Benita Ann Maples Turner
Knoxville, TN – Benita Ann Maples Turner went to be with the Lord, April 25, 2019 at Parkwest Medical Center.Preceded in death by her parents, John and Ora Lee Maples.She leaves to cherish her memories, children, Rev. Anthony (Kim) Maples and Bacia…
Deborah Ann Griffin
Knoxville, TN – Deborah Ann Griffin- departed this life, April 28, 2019 at her home. Arrangements will be announced by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY
Elbert E. Oxendine
Knoxville, TN – Elbert E. Oxendine- departed this life, April 28, 2019 at home. Arrangements will be announced by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY
Austin-East 2019 Seniors Red Carpet Prom Debut
Graduating Austin-East senior’s walked the Red Carpet. A pre-prom tradition performed in Harvest Plaza at 5 Points in East Knoxville. Family, friends and community members come together to celebrate their success. Many…
Davene Delories (Davis) Thomas, Accomplished Pianist Died
Arlington , TX – On April 3, 2019, Davene Delories (Davis) Thomas, 77, a native of Knoxville, Tennessee and former resident of Paducah, Kentucky, departed her earthly home on Wednesday April 3, 2019 at Arlington Memorial Hospital in Arlington, Texas.
Kelvin Burris
Knoxville, TN – Kelvin L. Burris, of Knoxville, TN, went to join his heavenly Father on April 22, 2019 at the age of 58. He is preceded in death by his father, Herman Burris Sr., and three brothers: Charles, Kenneth, and Herman Jr.
Expo to Grow Small Business Government Contractors
Opportunity for All Entrepreneurs to Increase Their Footprint in Government Contracting As a part of the Drive 8(a) effort, the SBA Tennessee District Office is proud to announce the 2nd Annual Business…
HIGHLIGHTS FROM MAYOR’S STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS
MAYOR ROGERO’S FINAL STATE OF THE CITY: CONTINUED MOMENTUM, STRATEGIC INVESTMENTS, STRONG FINANCIAL HEALTH Mayor Madeline Rogero today proposed her eighth and final budget, which continues strategic investments, leverages the creation of…
Once Homeless, Now Owns Subway Franchise in Atlanta
How he got started Chris, who was once homeless, started off as a car salesman at a local dealership in Arizona. After 2 years of saving up his money, he was able…
Reginald John “Reggie” Cobb ‘Vol For Life’ Funeral Service Sunday
Houston, TX – Reginald John Cobb, age 50, passed away suddenly April 20, 2019 in Santa Clara, CA. A Knoxville native and resident of Houston, TX, Reggie was born July 7, 1968 and was reared in the Fountain City community.