May Huddle Meeting includes conversations w/Sens. Warren & Klobuchar. Tune-in. Dear Huddlers, I hope this finds you well and enjoying the beautiful weather. I’m pleased to tell you that the speaker for…
KAWE Seeking Nominees for 2020 Notable Woman Award
Knoxville Association of Women Executives Accepting Nominations of Notable Woman for the 2020 Lucy Webb Gibson Award through August 2020. CAPTION: Past recipients of the KAWE Notable Woman Award include Knoxville’s first…
Willie L. Boaz (age 104)
Willie L. Boaz passed away on May 2, 2020. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com.
Anthony Sanford III (age 24)
KNOXVILLE, TN – Anthony E. “Tee” Sanford, III, gained his wings on April 30, 2020, at age 24. As a youth, “Tee” was actively involved at Children of God Ministry COGIC. He…
Ermia Jean Shepard (age 80)
Ermia Jean Shepard passed away April 29, 2020.Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Ermia…
Shelia Luster (age 63)
KNOXVILLE, TN – Shelia A. Davis Luster, age 63, went to be with the Lord peacefully on April 28, 2020 at Harriman Rehabilitation Center. She was the daughter of the late James…
Elizabeth Rowland is a Candidate for TN State Representative
Elizabeth Rowland wants to be your next TN State Rep. for Dist. 16, as State Rep. (R) Bill Dunn retires. Knoxville, TN (April 26, 2020) – Knoxville non-profit founder, policy analyst, community…
Candidate for TN State House Releases Black Agenda
Matthew Park releases new policy: “A Black Agenda for Tennessee” Knoxville, Tennessee (28 April 2020) – Matthew Park, progressive democratic candidate for the statehouse district 15 race, released a Black agenda for…
Sharon R. Harshaw Gardner; age 64
(KNOXVILLE, TN) – Sharon R. Harshaw Gardner 64, born to Dempsey Harshaw and Margaret Riddle Harshaw, departed this life, April 29, 2020 at her home. Survivors, husband, Eddie Gardner; sons, Eric and…
Melvin Curtis Henry (age 74)
Knoxville – Melvin Curtis Henry was born August 16, 1945; and was called to Glory by his Heavenly Father while surrounded by his family on April 24, 2020 at UT Hospital. Preceded…
Wynees Wynn Brinson (age 70)
(KNOXVILLE, TN) – Wynees Wynn Brinson Sunrise: May 4, 1949 – Sunset: April 26, 2020 was born to the Charlie Wynn and Wyleen Jenkins in Houston County, GA. and was raised by…
CDC Reports U.S. COVID-19 Cases by Demographics
CDC Demographics of COVID-19 cases in the USA from information received. Updated Daily: This information is based on data confirmed at 4 pm ET the day before. Numbers reported on Saturdays and Sundays…
Despite Diversity, Students Should Earn the Right to Belong
“I never want to be the token Negro.” – Taru Taylor has a message for black and brown high school graduates and college students. By Taru Taylor, Guest Columnist When I decided…
Stacey Abrams Candid Conversation on Governance
NATIONWIDE (April 28, 2020) – Stacey Abrams will be the virtual guest of Robert Reich and Inequality Media today at 2 pm. You can tune-in at anytime here. The discussion includes; Gov….
Emerald Youth Virtual Prayer Breakfast and Fundraising events through May 1st
EMERALD YOUTH LAUNCHES “IMAGINE. PRAY. GIVE.” CAMPAIGN with a week-long virtual fundraiser replaces the 2020 Annual Prayer Breakfast to protect against the spread of COVID-19. KNOXVILLE, TN (April 27, 2020) – Over…
State of the City Address includes a COVID-19 Recovery Fund
MAYOR INDYA KINCANNON DELIVERS HER FIRST STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS BY VIDEO, ANNOUNCES COVID-19 RECOVERY FUND KNOXVILLE, TN (April 24, 2020) – Mayor Indya Kincannon proposed her first budget for the…
“Suddenly” (the captive free, the wicked bow)
(April 26, 2020) – In recent years I remember looking at people in China wearing masks and it felt so odd, so strange. I recall thinking how sad it must be to…
Eric V. Curd Sr., (age 48)
Eric V. Curd Sr, born January 3, 1972, departed this life April 17, 2020 at his home. He attended Rule High School and was employed by CMC Steel formerly Ameristeel/Gerdau for 18…
Ruby Jean Oliver
Ruby Jean Oliver, of Oak Ridge, passed away April 22, 2020 at her home. Arrangements are forthcoming. Her remains rest Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Jeanette B. Hardin
Jeanette B. Hardin transitioned to her heavenly home on April 19, 2020. She was born on February 23, 1934, in Murfreesboro, TN. She was a retired school teacher for many years. Jeanette…
Roxie Mae Devonish
Roxie Mae Devonish- age 69 departed this life on April 14, 2020. She is survived by her sons: Carlos Allen and Lauriston Devonish, other relatives, and friends. There will be a private…
Karen Mundy, age 57
KNOXVILLE, TN – Karen Mundy was born on August 1, 1962. She departed from this life on April 16, 2020. Karen was preceded in death by Mr. and Mrs. Helen Watson. Her…
Langston D Carter, (age 25)
Langston Dante Latavious Carter, age 25, of Murfreesburro, Tennessee passed away on April 17, 2020, after a short illness. He was a native of Cleveland, Tennessee. At the time of his death,…
TraShawn Jermaine Booker, (age 22)
TraShawn Jermaine Booker, born November 24, 1997, to Dontrell Booker and Deshawn Ellis, departed this life on April 13, 2020. TraShawn graduated Austin-East High School Class of 2016. He was formerly employed by TSI…
Vernon Dwight Hardin
Knoxville, TN – Vernon Dwight Hardin, departed this life, April 16, 2020, at U. T. Medical Hospital. He brought joy to his community as a well-known vocalist and percussionist. He was most…