LaFollette – Ernest Samuel Reagan departed life, Friday, February 11, 2021, at home, age, 74 born April 5, 1945 in LaFollette, TN. Ernest Reagan graduated LaFollette High School. He was honorably discharged…
Evangeline Smith Young (age 96)
Knoxville – Evangeline Smith Young of Knoxville, went to be with the Lord, February 9, 2021 at the age of 96. Van as she was affectionately known by her family transitioned at…
Pearson “Doonie” Branner Jr.
Smyrna – Pearson “Doonie” Branner, JR.- went home to be with his heavenly Father, February 10, 2021 in Smyrna, TN. Preceded in death by mother, and father, Vivian Clemons Branner and Pearson…
James Edward DuBose (age 75)
KNOXVILLE, TN – James Edward DuBose, age 75, was born, May 18, 1945 in Alcoa, Tennessee to Embry E. DuBose and Edith I. Kelly DuBose. He departed this life, February 14, 2021….
Love Kitchen’s 35th year celebrated with gifts; new van, cash and canned goods
On its 35th Anniversary, the Love Kitchen was gifted with a new van long-time supporter Rusty Wallace Nissan, and a check for $7,428.49 and 12 barrels of canned food from the County…
Annual Knoxville Future Planning session, with City, County, and State Reps to meet via ZOOM Feb. 19.
On Friday, Feb. 19, the city mayor, City Council members, senior City staff, State Representatives, and Senators who represent Knox County legislative districts will meet for the annual legislative planning session. The…
19th Annual HBCU Festival featuring over 70 colleges, virtual and free
The Alfred Street Baptist Church Foundation and Google Cloud have partnered to present the largest free virtual HBCU College Fair in the nation. This is the 19th Annual HBCU college fair, presented…
Lawrence H. (Larry) Wynn (age 65)
Knoxville – Lawrence H. Wynn (Larry) 65 of Knoxville departed this life Saturday, February 6, 2021. He was born to Sarah E. Wynn and L. H. Morgaine. He was a graduate of…
Nikita Monique Kennedy Nunez (age 30)
Nikita Monique Kennedy Nunez, born February 23, 1991, tragically passed on January 31, 2021 to be with her father Antonio Donte’ Carr, grandfather Victor Kennedy and sister Marcia Crider. She leaves to…
56th Annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee to be Virtual with Global reach
Free registration is open for the 2021 virtual Historic 56th Annual Selma Bridge Crossing Jubilee. Themed “Beyond the Bridge: People Power, Political Power, Economic Power” is planned to be global, and historic….
Rufus Eugene Nance
Knoxville – Rufus Eugene Nance- of Knoxville departed this life on January 21, 2021. He is survived by a host of relatives and many friends. There will be a Memorial Service held…
Mayor Jacobs embracing social media with Docuseries: Knox Narratives
In recognition of Black History Month, the first installment of Mayor Jacobs’ docuseries, ‘Knox Narratives’ features Robert J. (Bob) Booker, a Knoxville native who was a key actor in shaping and preserving…
James Christopher “Romie” Tyson (age 40)
Alcoa, TN – James “Romie” Christopher Tyson, 40, departed this life on February 3, 2021 in his home. James never met a stranger and was loved by many. He made it his…
Mary Wilson: The longest member of The Supremes, died
Mary Wilson was an R&B singer and a founding and the longest member of the Supremes was born March 6, 1944, to Sam, a butcher, and Johnnie Mae Wilson in Greenville, Mississippi. She died…
Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp (age 57)
(KNOXVILLE, TN) Kennedy Maurice Sanders-Snapp, “Reese”, was born January 5, 1964 to Lois J. Sanders and Thomas Lee Snapp, Sr. in Knoxville, TN. He transitioned on February 5, 2021 at Park West…
Knoxville’s 211 Online Chatbot has Spanish option
The City’s 311 Center for Service Innovation now has a Spanish-language option for its online chatbot. KNOXVILLE, TN (Thursday, Feb. 11, 2021) – When users initiate a chat, they will be…
Thomas Lewis Walker (age 63)
In loving memory of Thomas Lewis Walker 63, born January 18, 1958 it is with heavy hearts that we announce that he gained his wings, February 3, 2021. A life so beautifully…
City leaders low-ball citizen concerns over the use of public funds for private ball park
The following open letter was delivered to the named recipients on Thursday, February 4, 2021, the day of the regularly scheduled City Council meeting when the matter was on the agenda. Prior…
Diehl E. Unger (age 73)
LOUISVILLE, TN – Diehl E. Unger, age 73, born in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, January 28, 2021. He suffered from multiple health issues for many years from exposure…
UT Black History Events Include Art, Films, Lectures, Conference …
KNOXVILLE, TN (February 2021) – The University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s annual celebration of Black History Month kicks with many events planned throughout February with events both virtually and in person. The month…
Michael Beatty (age 60)
Knoxville – Micheal Bruce Beatty of Knoxville was November 23, 1950 to the late James Charles Beatty and Willie Mae Beatty. He departed this life on February 3, 2021. He was preceded…
Max A Carter (age 71)
KNOXVILLE, TN – Max Arthur Carter, age 71, of Knoxville, departed this life on Saturday, January 30, 2021. He was born in Greeneville, Tennessee on September 20, 1949, to Gussie L. Carter….
Mary Woods June 5, 1945 ~ February 6, 2021
Mary Woods, age 75, passed away February 6, 2021 at hone in Georgetown, TN. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Mary’s…
Willis Lance Hardin March 10, 1984 ~ February 7, 2021 (age 36)
Willis Lance Hardin passed away February 7, 2021 . Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com To send flowers to Willis’ family, please visit our floral store.