Theotis Robinson Jr. first ran for public office in 1968, when he was 26 years old, the same year two college students were running against each other for state representative.
That may …
Theotis Robinson: Political action ‘matters’
Dr. Darrell Benton: From curing people to curing pork
It’s a distinctive smell when Dr. Darrell Benton walks into the room, his tall and lean frame, firm handshake and easygoing grin accented by the aroma of smoked meat.
It clings …
Penny White honored by ABA
The American Bar Association Tort Trial and Insurance Practice Section (TIPS) has honored Penny White with its Robert B. McKay Law Professor Award.
The award was presented at the ABA midyear …
National Black Caucus honor
State Rep. Sam McKenzie of Knoxville received the 2023 Crystal Gavel Award from the National Black Caucus of State Legislators at the group’s 47th annual convention held in Nashville in …
Public Works Leader award
Nick Bradshaw, director of fleets for the city of Knoxville, was awarded the Public Works Leader of the Year Award at the 2023 annual conference of the TCAPWA held in …
New philanthropy officer for Covenant Health
Chip Bryant is Covenant Health’s new vice president and chief philanthropy officer. He will oversee operations of Covenant Health’s five foundations, as well as planned giving, major gift campaigns and …
David Arning leads Lawson Family Foundation
The Lawson Family Foundation, a private foundation dedicated to promoting justice and opportunity, is pleased to announce the appointment of David Arning as president.
“David brings a wealth of experience and …
The Zoo from New to Drew
Drew Rowan has been appointed as Zoo Knoxville’s interim president and CEO by the zoo’s board of directors. Rowan succeeds Lisa New, who served as president and CEO from 2013 …