The only certainties are death and taxes; the COVID-19 pandemic has lent a macabre twist to that axiom.
The coronavirus has certainly hastened death for thousands worldwide with no end to …
Pandemic recalls Great Recession struggles
City plans to demolish and recreate Fort Kid
A community-built downtown landmark is slated for demolition by the city of Knoxville. Fort Kid, built by volunteers for Knoxville’s bicentennial and opened in 1991, will come under the wrecking …
You bet your life
I turned 70 on March 13, as astonished as anyone else in my circle that I’d reached this milestone of geezerhood. For several weeks I’d planned to travel with a …
Tommy Smith brings a heart for service to city council
Local government is “where the rubber meets the road,” says Tommy Smith, the newest member of the Knoxville City Council. Smith was chosen to complete the term of District 1 …
‘The hay’s in the barn’
For now, the door-knocking is done, the flyers have been mailed and phone banks will soon grow still. It’s game time, kickoff set for this morning, March 3, when the …
A career of ‘firsts’ for Sheryl Ely
The chief executive, especially a new one, is well served when surrounded by accomplished professionals. Former Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero recognized the talents of Sheryl Ely, promoting her to direct …
Tennessee Children’s Dance Ensemble auditions Sunday, March 8
The Tennessee Children’s Dance Ensemble, official dancing Ambassadors of Goodwill for Knoxville and Tennessee, has announced open auditions for new dancers at 2:30 p.m. on Sunday, March 8, at Dancers …
Public service is a family tradition for Kyle Ward
He won’t receive hazardous duty pay if he wins election to the Knox County Commission District 4 seat, but Republican primary contender Kyle Ward views elected office as another way …