Many people believe answers lie at church. Tim Jackson is one of them.
But the pastor, who serves both Vestal United Methodist Church and Magnolia Avenue United Methodist Church, is looking …
New use for old building at Vestal UMC
24 hours of giving makes ‘Big’ difference in ET
We’ve all grown accustomed to (or even enthusiastic about) the shopping “holidays” that follow Thanksgiving – Black Friday, Small Business Saturday, Cyber Monday. But once Tuesday comes and we’re ready …
Kelly Rose channels varied skills into Central Bearden role
Kelly Martin Rose knew after her first stint of doing summer missions work through the Baptist Student Union at the University of Tennessee that she was being called to ministry. …
‘Last Nazi hunter’ stirs audience at Pellissippi
The Holocaust ended more than 75 years ago, but the search for German Nazis and European collaborators who perpetrated the mass murders of at least 6 million Jews – and …
First Presbyterian celebrates anniversary with bagpipe flair
2022 marks the 230th anniversary of First Presbyterian Church, the oldest worship community in Knoxville and Knox County. That’s impressive, yet 230 years isn’t a milestone commonly seen as a …
Musician Rucker earns storytelling honor
Blues, soul, rock ’n’ roll. That’s where Sparky Rucker got his feet wet when he started his professional career as an entertainer more than 50 years ago. But the critically …
‘Music on Main’ arrives Sunday
Music on Main will bring blues, soul, funk and oompah music to the streets of downtown Knoxville on Sunday, Oct. 2. First Baptist Church, 510 W. Main St., is hosting …
Seymour woman bakes care into every loaf
A hug is nice, especially after two-plus years of social distancing during a pandemic. But it’s open to interpretation. Is it a sign of real affection, or is someone just …