New bridge honors former commissioner

Sandra ClarkHalls

Mary Lou Horner, who represented District 7 on the Knox County Commission for 30 years, was recognized by Mayor Tim Burchett and others Thursday in an outdoor ceremony at Fair …

Red Nation Robotics heads to World Championship

Shannon CareyHalls

Red Nation Robotics brought home a huge victory last week, and now they’re looking for sponsors to help them take the world by storm.
Red Nation, the robotics team based at …

Candidates flock to Halls BPA forum

Shannon CareyHalls

The Halls Business and Professional Association hosted a candidate forum March 20, with 15 candidates and two candidate representatives in attendance. Past president Michelle Wilson moderated.
County Mayor: Republicans Brad Anders and …

Adrian Burnett Elementary: 40 years of ‘temporary’

Shannon CareyHalls

Almost everyone involved with Adrian Burnett Elementary School, from school board chair Patti Bounds to principal Michelle Wolfenbarger, to faculty, staff and parents, will tell you that the trouble with …

Road upgrades ahead; Berry Patch rezoning OK’d

Sandra ClarkHalls

Knox County intends to improve intersections on Andersonville Pike at Hill and McCloud roads. Cindy Pionke, an engineer with the county’s Department of Engineering and Public Works, said Thursday that …

Ray Varner Ford gets President’s Award

Sandra ClarkHalls

Ray Varner Ford was notified this week that the dealership has received the 2017 President’s Award from Ford Motor Company. The honor is based on customer service and is a …

Meet the people of Rural Metro Fire – Halls

Sandra ClarkHalls

Over the next few articles, Captain Jeff Bagwell will introduce you to the people who make up Rural Metro Fire. Rural Metro is a private fire department that’s served most …