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Who will Represent Dist. 15 in the TN House
Who will you send to the Tennessee House of Representatives for District 15? (Atty. Troy Jones is also on the ballot as an independent. (The Enlightener…
Gov. Lee, to meet on Forrest bust removal from Capitol
Nashville, TN (July 7, 2020) – Gov. Lee is convening a meeting of the State Capitol Commission on Thurs, July 9th to discuss removal of the bust. The commission’s decision will then be…
The Vagrant Society
Citizen’s Voice By Taru Taylor The American Negro is a prisoner of war. Of the race war started by Portuguese and Spanish conquistadors, and furthered by English, Dutch, and French pirates. We…
East Knoxville Safely Moves Forward
By Patricia Williams KNOXVILLE, TN (June 2020) – East Knoxville buzzed with activities last Saturday, June 27th – all while following mandated coronavirus safety and social distancing protocols. Events held in a…
Highlander Center Summer Youth Program Accepting Applicants
Every year, Highlander’s Seeds of Fire youth organizing program has hosted an in-person week-long gathering, bringing together youth living and organizing across the US South to skill-build, and develop deep relationships across regions. This…
Election Commission Seeks Poll Officials for August Election
Secretary Hargett announces a new statewide campaign to recruit poll officials for the August 6 State and Federal Primary and County General Election. Tennesseans can apply now to join the campaign –…
Knoxville City, County offices closed Friday, July 3rd.
CITY OFFICES CLOSED FRIDAY, JULY 3 FOR JULY 4 HOLIDAY City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020, for the July 4th holiday. Be advised of the following holiday-related…
KNOX SCHOOLS IMPORTANT DEADLINES: Apply for P-EBT Meal Benefits; Virtual School Survey
Based on the COVID-19 information available today, Knox County School families who might want to take advantage of a virtual school option in the coming school year (if schools reopen in the…
Consider James Mackler as Tennessee’s Senator
By Patricia Williams James Mackler is on the ballot for TN Senator to replace retiring lifelong politician, Republican Senator Lamar Alexander who has held the position since 2003. Mackler is a fighter…
Burchett Voted Against HBCU Funding
Washington, D.C. – Although the motion passed 319-96, the Republican Congressman sent from Knoxville, Tennessee voted against it. Public Law No: 116-91 (12/19/2019) Fostering Undergraduate Talent by Unlocking Resources for Education Act…
Small Business Relief Grant and Essential Technology Program
CAN YOUR BUSINESS USE UP TO $10,000 THAT YOU DON’T HAVE TO PAY BACK? You can apply for a grant – free working capital. The application process is time sensitive. All applications must…
Postponed festival results in gift bags for Essential workers
KNOXVILLE, TN, (June 2020) – Sheliya Israel of Festivals for Charity, Inc. had planned the organization’s first event, The Knoxville Caribbean Jerk Festival on the World’s Fair Site in downtown Knoxville for…
Looters, violent protesters linked to white supremacist groups
Minneapolis, MN (June 2, 2020)— Amidst the peaceful protesting over the killing of George Floyd, CBS News and Fox 9 have confirmed that most of the rioters and violent protesters in Minneapolis are linked to…
NEW TN Small Business Relief Program
(June 2, 2020) -Tennessee Governor Bill Lee, cabinet members, and the Financial Stimulus Accountability Group announced a new relief program for Tennessee businesses affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Tennessee Business Relief…
St. John’s Rector Gerbasi tear gassed for Trump photo op
St. John’s Episcopal Church Rector Gini Gerbasi shares her first-hand account of the events in front of the church leading up to Trump’s arrival for a photo opp. Volunteers and members of the BLM medic…
Knox County COVID-19 Free, Walk-up Testing
KNOXVILLE, TN (June 2020) – Walk-up testing is offered at the Knox County Health Department’s main location at 140 Dameron Avenue, 37917, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. …
KnoxPride, LGBTQ+ Communities Support Black Civil Rights
The LGBTQ+ movement borrowed directly from the Civil Rights movement, and we’re paying it back. Donate to KnoxPride and we’ll match up to $1000 to Alcoa-Blount NAACP, Sleeves 4 Needs, and The…
Beck Center Director, Today’s Actions is Tomorrow’s History
“The Negro only wanted an opportunity to be a man and then he would manifest his ability to accomplish great things.” – W.E.B. DuBois speaking at Mount Zion Baptist Church in…
DOJ Awards $400 Mil to Bolster ‘Community Policing’ Nationwide
Department of Justice Awards Nearly $400 Million for Law Enforcement Hiring to Advance Community Policing Washington, D.C. (June 2, 2020) – The Department of Justice today announced nearly $400 million in grant…
Cup Store Owner Donates to George Floyd’s Memorial Service
Statement from Cup Foods owner Mahmoud Abumayyaleh affirms that George Floyd did not resist arrest and that they tried to stop police from murdering him. Brooklyn Park, MN (May 31, 2020) – “Cup…
CAC Providing Summer Grab & Go Meals at New Locations
CAC NUTRITION PROGRAM WILL PROVIDE GRAB & GO MEALS THROUGH THE SUMMER AT NEW LOCATIONS Mondays & Wednesdays 10:30-11:30 am beginning Wednesday, May 27th – July 29th. Student/child must be present to…
Knoxville’s July 4th Alternate Plans
The City of Knoxville announces plans for “Knoxville’s Neighborhood Trails of Red, White and Blue.” KNOXVILLE, TN (June 1, 2020) – The City of Knoxville’s Office of Special Events, in collaboration with…
CDC Update and Recommendations for Schools, Daycamps
The Centers for Disease Control recommends that schools and day camps subscribe to the following guidelines for protection. Mon 01-Jun-20 4:22 PM June 1, 2020, updates on the COVID-19 response from CDC. The…
Discount Wigs & Hair Customer Wins $500
CAPTION: A peek of what’s inside of Discount Wigs, Hair and Beauty Supply store. To see more visit them at 2119 E. Magnolia Ave. in East Knoxville. By Patricia Williams Discount…