Robinella still soars

Jake MabeHalls

Full circle this Robin has flown, from working part-time at the old Roy’s Record Shop in Maryville as she began performing professionally almost 20 years ago, to singing at the …

New Christ UMC pastor following God’s call

Shannon CareyHalls

Christ United Methodist Church‘s new pastor, the Rev. David Tabor, moved into his new office overlooking Maynardville Highway last Thursday, and this week there are more books on bookshelves than …

HPUD to interview for commissioner

Sandra ClarkHalls, Powell

Hallsdale-Powell Utility District (HPUD) is now accepting applications for possible nomination as a member of the HPUD Board of Commissioners. HPUD’s board is comprised of three commissioners, who are each …

Steve Swafford has died

Marvin WestHalls, Powell

Steve Swafford, 64, former standout athlete at Powell High School, has died.
Swafford, a football running back, basketball guard and baseball infielder, was one of the best all-around athletes ever in …

Tindell’s Inc. celebrates 125th anniversary

Sandra ClarkHalls

Alex Thomas stood in front of the Halls Business & Professional Association on June 20 and proudly said, “My great, great grandfather Fate Tindell founded Tindell’s in 1892.”
That’s pretty amazing. …

Burchett pledges street lights for Halls

Sandra ClarkHalls

Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett pledged the county’s support for the signature project of the Halls Business & Professional Association when he spoke to the group’s lunch meeting June 20 …

Halls, my hometown

Jake MabeHalls

Leave it to Dink Adams to say it best.
No, Dink is not a native. But, he’s been here since 1968, even if he does live in Powell, so that’s long …