East Tennessee lost a legend with the Feb. 26 death of Jesse Barr, 84.
Here’s his abridged version of his personal history: “Started broke, made a million. Went broke, made a …
The unforgettable Jesse Barr
Retailers are not the ‘bad guys’
Our first year of pandemic isolation is almost a wrap, and the shattered front door at VG’s Bakery is a pretty good symbol of what we’ve endured. (We learned about …
Ronnie Collins: A strong, steady hand
Here’s how a longtime Knoxville official describes Ronnie Collins: “A calm, steady hand who really knows how to analyze a situation and be a most effective advocate for his community.” …
Churchie Riley: Her pantry needs help
If my Granddaddy Bean had known Churchie Riley, he’d have said she’s a wonder, the title he bestowed on a remarkable few whose good works astounded him.
She has fostered 53 …
Cliff Rodgers: Local Republican leaves GOP
When lifelong Republican Cliff Rodgers resigned as Knox County elections administrator last spring, he said he was worn out with partisan politics. He’d held the job for nine years, pretty …
Zombie Heights: Developer makes third try for zoning
Twice before, Randy Guignard has asked Knox County Commission to let him build a subdivision on the side of a steep ridge near Fountain City. The land is bounded on …
The smartest person in the room has left the building
Reporters who covered Knox County Commission in Wanda Moody’s day didn’t have to study the agenda to know when she had something up her sleeve.
She’d look down from the dais …
Fans channeling Pat Summitt need to hush
If you want to be mad about Tennessee women’s basketball players taking a pre-game knee during the national anthem a couple of weeks ago, that’s your business. But please don’t …