Move over online delivery service and personal shoppers! Today, more than ever, their resources are needed and very much appreciated. But there was a time several years ago that citizens …
Getting creative during COVID-19
We may be eating more during quarantine, but many of those stuck at home are getting more exercise than ever. The greenways are packed with fit Farragut residents and their …
Parenting the parents
I love to study social behavior. Well, not in a strictly academic way, but definitely with an anecdotal group.
My latest social behavior study involves my two sons and their attempts …
Joe Stutler keeps the airwaves fresh
If you live in Knox County and listen to the radio, you’ve probably heard the mellow voice of Joe Stutler. He is the program director/operations manager for WFIV, also known …
COVID-19-induced ‘closure’ anxiety
I have invented a new anxiety: COVID-19 Closure Anxiety. Over the past few days as discussions take flight regarding a return to whatever will be our new normal, I keep …
FHS staff sends message of hope to students
Farragut High School math teacher Emily Brandel misses her students and worries about how they’re doing during the COVID-19 epidemic. When she saw a video created by staff members of …
Keeping the balloons in the air
As the days and weeks of social distancing drag on, we are all becoming keenly aware that there’s nothing “social” about it. Even the most positive among us are having …
Zooming into a post-pandemic world
Like most people, I’m becoming acquainted with Zoom, the free online meeting app. I haven’t yet used it professionally; I’ve just been chatting with friends. Seeing them at home is …