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Joshua Ray Davenport 1994 – 2019
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…
2019 CINCINNATI MUSIC FESTIVAL, July 25-27
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….
Book Review: Successful Black Woman On Why She is Single
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…
Elizabeth Ann “Rita” Robin August 21, 1928 – July 14, 2019
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;…
Homegoing for Ruth Long Woodfin Hardin, Gospel Musician
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…
Martha Lillian Byrd Cleveland Eskridge (1926 – 2019)
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…
Bertha Mae Keys
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,…
Margaret Houston
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…
Julian Dixson, Jr. 1940 – 2019
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…
Michael Edward Woods
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…
Fred Kenneth Upton
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…
Disaster Relief Conference Seeks Ways to Support the Disadvantaged
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…
NKBPA SPOTLIGHTS AREA NONPROFITS
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…
Lonsdale School Has New Playground
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…
Knox County Schools 2019-20 Calendar
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…
Annie Jean Lockhart Smith 1958-2019
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…
Kincannon Camp Reports Financial Boost
(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…
Zimmerman Brings Comic Relief to Knoxville
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…
Knoxville College 2019 Homecoming Events
Michael Angelo Rodgers Hello Knoxville College Alumni and Friends, I can hardly WAIT for Homecoming 2019 The Knoxville College Homecoming 2019 committee members are working extra hours – Preparing an abundant set…
Knoxville’s Democrats Deserve Better
Citizen Commentary The upcoming City of Knoxville’s mayor’s race is shaping up to be an interesting one for certain. The field of candidates is among the most diverse in recent times. These…
Blount Co July Causes Calendar
TUESDAY, JULY 9TH Gov. Bill Lee Town Hall, 4 pm, Loudon County Courthouse Annex in Loudon TN. Blount County Commission Agenda Workshop, 6:30 pm, Blount County courthouse. Residents may address the commissioners…
*** UPDATE *** 2019 ELECTION INFORMATION
There is a “Seat at the Table” reserved just for you at the next 5 forums and casual meet and greet events that have been scheduled before the August 22nd Primary election when…
Leroy Martin, Sr.
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…
Soulfood Eatery Opening in 3 Walmart Stores in Pittsburg, PA
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…