News that a 28-year-old first-time candidate knocked off a 10-term incumbent in New York’s 14th Congressional District Democratic Primary this week caused national shock waves. It wasn’t even close. Alexandra Ocasio-Cortez …
Bredesen opens local field office in SoKno
Add one more to the growing list of passion projects springing up on Sevier Avenue in South Knoxville. No, it’s not another brewery or restaurant. It’s the Bredesen for Senate …
Pinchok is new Farragut mayor
Farragut Vice Mayor Ron Pinchok was installed as the town’s fourth mayor at Thursday’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting at town hall. Former Mayor Ralph McGill resigned last week …
KCS principal carousel underway
Superintendent of Schools Bob Thomas has announced seven new principals or administration changes. More are expected as he fills slots for the start of school on Wednesday, Aug. 8.
Deborah Adornate …
Fort Sumter Cemetery gets state boost
State Rep. Bill Dunn has partnered with a Knox-area nonprofit to secure a $100,000 community cemetery grant for Fort Sumter Community Cemetery. The funding will be used to assist with …
Powell Presbyterian welcomes refugee family
The Rev. Katina Sharp called it one of the most emotional experiences of her life.
Last Friday, a family of refugees got off a plane at McGhee Tyson Airport. The mother …
Misty Mills welcomes Bearden diners to Merelli’s
Misty Mills has been a popular host on Jewelry Television (JTV) for two decades, and there are plenty of viewers who have come to think of the friendly Texas native …
Grand opening continues at Halls Food City
Food City in Halls had a grand opening ceremony for the remodeled location, but store manager Travis Woody said grand opening festivities and sales will continue for three weeks starting …