Eddie Mannis extends 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,…
Willie T. Jones
Willie Lois (Threat) Jones – Born September 15, 1942, Auburn, Alabama to the late Minnie (Duda) Threat and B. Reese. She was preceded in death by two sons; Victor and Jerome Threat; two brothers;…
Samuel Hamilton
KNOXVILLE, TN – Samuel Washington Hamilton Jr., age 66, made his ascension on Saturday, March 21, 2020, after a long illness. He was a graduate of Fulton High School, Class of 1972….
Gilbert Eugene Smith
KNOXVILLE, TN – Gilbert Eugene Smith, born February 23, 1950, passed away March 20, 2020 at Methodist Medical Center, Oak Ridge, TN. Preceded in death by his mother, Edna Smith Clark, brother, George…
Willie Edd Benson, Jr.
Willie Edd Benson, Jr., passed away March 19, 2020. Arrangements are forthcoming. His remains rest at Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com.
Marie Woolen
Marie Woolen, formerly of Oak Ridge, passed away March 16, 2020 at Mercy West, Cincinnati, OH. Arrangements are forthcoming. Patton Funeral Home 1-800-824-8283 or www.pattonfuneralhome1962.com
Michael Wayne Cullom
KNOXVILLE, TN – Michael Wayne Cullom, 61, of Knoxville, peacefully passed away in his sleep, March 14, 2020. Preceded in death by father, Hiram Richard Cullom, Sr.; brother, Samuel A. Cullom and…
Phillip Marvin “P. J.” Jordan
KNOXVILLE, TN – Phillip Marvin “PJ” Jordan, Knoxville passed away at his home, Friday, March 20, 2020. He was born in Knoxville, December 27, 1955 to Thelma and Charles Freeman. He was…
Gov. Lee: Coronavirus Reason to Withdraw Teacher Pay Increase, Public Ed Funding; but not Private Vouchers
KNOXVILLE, TN (March 18, 2020) – Gov. Bill Lee’s administration unveiled a revised budget plan on Wednesday, March 17, that cuts the proposed increase for teacher pay in half and cuts most…
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,…
Bertie Ree Tillery
Bertie Ree Tillery, age 75, passed away peacefully at her home March 12, 2020. She was preceded in death by her mother, Thelma Chambers Tillery, and daughter, Ingrid Tillery. She was a…
Frank Williams, Jr.
Frank “Junior” Williams Jr., was born May 10, 1929, in Knoxville, TN. He departed this life, at the age of 90 years old, Wednesday, March 11, 2020. Retired from the Gouffon Moving…
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-…
Secret Growth: Contributions of Blacks to the Manhattan Project
OAK RIDGE, TN (March 2020) – The community encouraged to visit a special exhibit “Secret Growth” at the American Museum of Science and Energy. It tells the story of some of the…
Women’s History: Lila Smith, Physicist Oak Ridge, TN
International Women’s History Month: Hidden History in Oak Ridge, TN By Rose Weaver Lila Smith, U.S. Atomic Energy Commission holds a B.S.Degree in Mathematics from Lemoyne College and an M.S. degree…
Gene M. “Jakie” Gray Jr.
Gene M. “Jakie” Gray Jr., formerly of Knoxville, passed away peacefully at his home March 3, 2020 in Hollywood, Florida. Gene was educated in the Knoxville City School System, he attended Greene…
Anthony “Tony” Blakely 1959 – 2020
Tony Anthony Blakely 60, born June 16, 1959 to Dorothy and Horace Blakely Sr., in Knoxville; departed this life, March 9, 2020. A Veteran and retired fireman. Survived by mother, Dorothy Blakely; children,…
Bertie Tillery, age 75
Her remains rest with Unity Mortuary.
Faith Believers Ministries
Join Pastors Gerard and Charlesetta Branch and the Faith Believers family this Sunday for the word. The focus of the message will be “Making Room.” Apostle Branch and Prophetess Charlesetta would love…