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…
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…
Knoxville, TN – Angela Turman, departed this life, May 1, 2019 at her home. Arrangements will be announced by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY
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 grants to nonprofit projects associated with…
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…
Knoxville, TN – Deborah Ann Griffin- departed this life, April 28, 2019 at her home. Arrangements will be announced by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY
Knoxville, TN – Elbert E. Oxendine- departed this life, April 28, 2019 at home. Arrangements will be announced by JARNIGAN & SON MORTUARY
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 of them are wearing gowns, fashion…
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.
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.
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 Development Academy. This opportunity is cosponsored…
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 new affordable housing and expands outdoor…
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 to pay for the tuition needed…
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.
The final phase of the $10 million renovation project at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum begins April 29, with an expected completion by late October 2019. KCAC first opened in 1961 and includes the 6,500-capacity Coliseum and…
Miami, FL (BlackNews.com) — Did you know that anywhere between 20 to 70% of women will develop uterine fibroids by the time they turn 50. Although these benign tumors found within or on the uterus, can affect all…
(KNOXVILLE – Press Release, April 25, 2019) The League of Women Voters of Tennessee is disappointed that the Senate has passed SB971 to regulate voter registration activities. These regulations will have a chilling effect on voter outreach in…
At the March biennial convention, the delegation of the Knox County Democratic Party elected LaKenya Middlebrook as the new chairperson of the party in an uncontested bid. Middlebrook will be the first black person to hold the reins…
Seventy-five years after his fighter plane crashed in Austria, Tuskegee Airman Capt. Lawrence E. Dickson was laid to rest in Arlington National Cemetery on Friday, March 23, 2019. Air Force jets roared overhead and his 76-year-old daughter, Marla…
County Budget Presentation, Public Meetings Planned KNOXVILLE, Tenn.—Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs will present his Fiscal Year 2020 budget proposal to the Knox County Commission at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, May 1. The presentation will take place in…
Knoxville, TN – Mrs. Linnie D. McGalry, passed away April 23, 2019 at Holston Health Care Facility at the age of 103.Faithful member of Bethel AME Church, where she will be forever missed.Preceded in death by husband, Durell McGalry; parents,…
Tuskegee, AL – BILLIE JEAN FOUSE WHITTAKER, age 81, of Tuskegee, AL passed Sunday, April 21, 2019. Born to the late Elmer and Catherine Gallaher Fouse in Oakdale, TN.Survivors: sons, Horace Whittaker, Jr., Montgomery, AL and Cedric Whittaker,…
Nashville, TN – Matthew Quince Humphrey departed this life April 13, 2019. Matthew attended Fulton High school.He loved basketball and his family. He was a loving son, brother, and father. Preceded in death by grandparents,…
Knoxville, TN – Teresa Feaster went home to be with the Lord, Saturday, April 13, 2019. She was the daughter of the late Louise Feaster and Joe Banks. Member of Rogers Memorial Baptist Church. She was employed as a CNA at NHC for fifteen years.
As quietly as reading a book, The Book Review Club has maintained 79-years of community service and excellence. By Patricia Williams Members of The Book Review Club celebrated 79 years of continuous service to the community…