(On Nov. 5, 2018, KnoxTNToday.com published its first “Our Town Heroes” story introducing you to those who are first responders in the emergency services profession. Today is our 230th “Hero” …
Valedictorian Christian Cox conquers grades & autism
There is something very special about Christian Paul Cox. It is visible. Even audible. He has an insatiable drive to learn, a fascinating curiosity about life and people, always wondering …
Capt. Brad Rettig leads RM’s new wildland team
You may find Rural Metro Fire Capt. Brad Rettig and his crew fighting a house fire. He may be at a roadside accident using his paramedic life-saving skills. Or he …
Bob Kesling to start 25th season as ‘Voice of the Vols’
When the 2023 Tennessee football Volunteers kick off this season in Nashville against the University of Virginia on Sept. 2, Bob Kesling will be celebrating 25 years of calling the …
Tracy Hunter: It’s about her ‘families’
Super Mom. Super wife. Super daughter. Super cop. Super juggler (more about that later). That pretty much sums up Knoxville Police Capt. Tracy Hunter’s life, a pro’s pro with two …
Jody Smith: ‘Angel forever’ to Vicky Taylor
Vicky Taylor’s eye-catching yard sign caught attention of Jody Smith. He sat in her driveway staring at the sign. She needed a new kidney, soon. He stared for a long …
Farragut Rotary team cleans Turkey Creek
Community Service is a major focus of the Rotary Club of Farragut (RCF) – even if it means getting your feet wet and dealing with mud. The club’s Stream Team …
Amber Dowd: Caring, calming dispatcher
Odds are you’ve never heard Amber Olivia Dowd’s voice. But many Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers in East Tennessee know and love hearing her voice and are thankful for it. She …