Grief support day camp this month

Jay FitzOur Town Youth

Covenant Health’s Katerpillar Kids Camp is hosting a virtual day camp this month for children grieving loved ones. In lieu of its annual two-day grief support in September, also free …

Churchie Riley: Her pantry needs help

Betty BeanOur Town Youth

If my Granddaddy Bean had known Churchie Riley, he’d have said she’s a wonder, the title he bestowed on a remarkable few whose good works astounded him.
She has fostered 53 …

‘The Search for Persephone’

Sandra ClarkOur Town Youth

Experience Greek Mythology as never before – Persephone’s epic journey through magical springtime gardens; her capture by Hades, God of the Underworld; and her celebratory return home.
Go! Contemporary Dance Works …

Honoring Joyce Maienschein

Brooke ConnerOur Town Youth

Few have made an impact – on an individual, local and national Girl Scout Movement scale – like Joyce Maienschein.
She passionately believed in Girl Scouting and inspired girls and women …

Teacher of the Week winners

Beth KinnaneOur Town Youth

United Way of Greater Knoxville and University of Tennessee Athletics have partnered to bring recognition and gratitude to our community’s educators. The Teacher of the Week initiative, now running, accepts …