KNOXVILLE, TN – Anna Bell Branner Nance was called home on April 2, 2020. She was born on August 14, 1917, in Corryton, Tennessee to the late William and Mary Brabson Branner….
Candidates Park, Lundy, Durrett to hold Online Rally
Matthew Park’s Campaign for State House to host a virtual (online) rally with county commission candidates Dasha Lundy and Courtney Durrett Knoxville, TN (8 April 2020) – Matthew Park, progressive democratic candidate…
NNPA Senior Correspondent Stacy Brown and Wife Shenay Test Positive for COVID-19
(NNPA EDITOR’S NOTE: Shortly before this article was published, Shenay Brown’s symptoms became more severe and she was taken by ambulance to the hospital and has been admitted. She is currently in…
Chef Adds Grocery Store to Restaurant in the Midst of COVID-19
Business Soul food chef added a grocery store to his restaurant to provide healthy and locally sourced foods to a community that is in a food desert. HOUSTON, TX, (April 2020) –…
Hoyos Decries TN Congressman’s Insider Trading
OPINION Candidate for Congress Renee Hoyos asks elected officials to put people over personal profits. KNOXVILLE, TN (April 3, 2020) – Community leader and clean water advocate Renee Hoyos is calling for…
NFL DONATES OVER $35 MILLION TO COVID-19 RELIEF
NFL Foundation, NFLPA, Players, Owners, Clubs Make an Initial Donation to Support Those on the Front Lines and Those Impacted by the COVID-19 Pandemic. New York, NY (BlackNews.com) March, 31, 2020…
No Utility Shut Offs for Non-Payment through April
KNOXVILLE, TN (March 27, 2020) – Local utility districts will not disconnect services for nonpayment because of the COVID-19 pandemic. Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs has confirmed the decision that was made…
Make Care Calls to Seniors for Safety and Companionship
Senior Care Calls Helps Seniors to Stay Safe and Reduces Isolation CAC Office on Aging is launching a new program in response to the COVID-19 crisis. Senior Care Calls will utilize volunteers to…
Coronavirus (COVID-19): Small Business Relief, Guidance & Loan Resources
U.S. SMALL BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION FACT SHEET – ECONOMIC INJURY DISASTER LOANS TENNESSEE Declaration 16375 (Disaster: TN-00119) Incident: CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) occurring: January 31, 2020 & continuing All counties within the State of Tennessee;…
Safer at Home Order Enforced in Knoxville, Violators will be sited
Effective Wednesday, April 1, 2020, Mayor Indya Kincannon declared a “Safer at Home Order” that empowers Codes Enforcement officers, Parks and Rec employees, KFD inspectors and KPD officers to take action when…
Nathaniel James Jennings, Jr.
Nathaniel James Jennings, Jr, 60, of Jefferson City, departed this life on Sunday, March 29, 2020 at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare Systems. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of…
Blount County Officials Enforce COVID-19 Executive Order
Members of the Blount County Intergovernmental Public Advisory are Enforcing Gov. Lee’s Order to Stay Home. This includes the cities of Maryville, Alcoa, Friendsville and Townsend, and the towns of Rockford and…
Knoxville Black Women in History
With the interruption and closures of non-essential businesses Beck Cultural Exchange Center offers this tribute to Knoxville’s Women’s History Month. KNOXVILLE, TN (March 31, 2020) – Women’s History Month is a celebration…
Pick-up Students Lunches at Knox County School Locations
During the COVID-19 mandated school closures, parents of Knox County school students are doing drive-bys; not for classes, but for food. The Knox County School System is providing pick-up lunches at designated…
Fear Will Pass, Love Endures
By Pat Mebane Benn (March 29, 2020) As we toil through another week of enduring the Covid-19 pandemic, I’m beginning to see people pulling together. The media is showcasing acts of kindness,…
Knoxville Business Making Face Mask for Medical Professionals – So Can You!
Eddie Mannis expands the resources of Prestige Cleaners to help protect local medical professionals while providing work and a paycheck to employees. KNOXVILLE, TN (March 23, 2020) – On Monday morning…
Knox County Health Dept.: Safer at Home, Non-Essential Businesses to Close
Knox Countians are urged to continue to exercise caution, stay at home when possible, adhere to social distancing guidelines, maintain good hygiene practices, and not touch your face. KNOXVILLE, TN (Marc 23,…
MANDATED KNOXVILLE CLOSURES: RESTAURANTS, BARS, GYMS, EVENT VENUES
KNOXVILLE MAYOR ISSUES EXECUTIVE ORDER CLOSING RESTAURANTS, BARS, GYMS AND COMMERCIAL EVENT VENUES An executive order was issued by the city mayor effective Friday, March 20, 2020, to close area restaurants, bars,…
CDC Coronavirus and Travel Within the United States
Should I travel within the US? CDC does not generally issue advisories or restrictions for travel within the United States. However, cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19) have been reported in many states,…
Faith Over Fear in Times of Distress
By Pat Benn KNOXVILLE, TN (March 19, 2020) – Today as I arose my heart sank. News dress on social media, newspaper headlines, Facebook, Instagram, and the list continues, all focused on…
At Home Learning Links
The information provided is recommended by the Knox County Schools System as resources to explore until it’s safe to reopen schools. Supplemental Education Resources Below are resources for your children to use…
You Can Order Beer with Food Deliveries
TN Craft Brewers Guild Requests Assistance From Governor Lee. Metropolitan Nashville Beer Permit Board Adopts Emergency Regulations for Delivery and Curbside Service of Beer. NASHVILLE, TN (March 20, 2020) – The…
City of Knox Online Vendor Registry & Bidding
KNOXVILLE, TN (March 18, 2020) – In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, the City of Knoxville has added the option to view our bid openings and attend pre-bid meetings via Zoom…
Knox County Schools will provide grab-n-go meals while schools are closed.
In an effort to help further mitigate the spread of COVID-19, Knox County Schools will close through Friday, April 3, 2020. This includes all school-sponsored and community events. Please know this is…
Comcast, Charter 60 Days Free Internet to Homes with Students
COMCAST will not disconnect a customer’s internet service or assess late fees if they contact us and let us know that they can’t pay their bills during this period. March 13, 2020-…