For a reason that shall become clear, he’s known as “Halty.”
Halty’s given name is Riley Thomas Haltaaufderheide. No kidding. And no doubt you now understand his moniker. Unless you are …
Rural Metro’s ‘Halty’ fights fires here and out west
Sgt. Matt Fagiana: No slow mode
After reading Matt Fagiana’s résumé, the question came naturally: “Are you married and have a family?”
Nope,” he said. “I’m married to my work. I don’t have a slow mode. I …
Gibbs-Corryton community honors fallen hero
A memorial to Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss has been set up in the heart of Gibbs at Harbison’s Crossroads, the intersection of Emory Road and Tazewell Pike. Knauss, 23, …
‘V’ is for Varnado: New KCSO sergeant
D’brian Varnado – know by many as “V” – is a big man with a big smile, a big heart and big responsibilities. He’s a busy husband, a busy father …
Lisa Hill: Hits the top in Anderson County
It’s not easy to blindside Lisa Hill, but on an early August afternoon this woman was blindsided and shocked in the same instant.
On the afternoon of Tuesday, Aug. 3, the …
Rick Herrell: Firefighting to spreadsheets
For 22 years he was doing what he loved. He worked outside, with people and for people, as a firefighter, then as a lieutenant, a captain and a battalion chief. …
KPD’s Chas Terry: 2020’s top officer
It was either 1997 or maybe early ‘98. Chas Terry was a social worker for the Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC). He was driving in Christenberry Heights, taking two …
Rice’s location, skills save toddler’s life
When the stars align, good things can happen. On June 30, 2021, a mere 34 days ago, the stars were aligned for little Leo Vaulton, his father, Devin, and Daniel …