My father died in October 2008, but my family “lost” him starting in 2001, when dementia beset him. It took a while to recognize the signs, especially because Dad was …
The case for practicing what you preach
It’s hard to live up to one’s principles sometimes, but perfection is not a natural human quality.
Just ask my attorney at Dewey, Cheatham & Howe. I believe in law and …
KCS updates: Covid, rewards, coupon books
Knox County Schools in August launched a dashboard with districtwide Covid data for staff and students, with the goal of providing families and employees with transparency regarding cases within our …
KCS releases statement on Covid dashboard
In an effort to provide transparency to families and employees regarding Covid-19, Knox County Schools last month began publishing a dashboard with data related to student and staff cases within …
Knox County teachers at a breaking point
On September 3, the Central High School Bobcats went about their regular Friday Night Lights football business, soundly defeating the Sevier County Golden Bears 35-13. Festivities included a celebration of …
Be adult. The world needs more ’dults, not dolts
Eat your vegetables. Clean your plate. Exercise. Drink more water. Brush your teeth. Make your bed. Hang up your clothes. Do your homework. Study hard. Get good grades. Go to …
Rehab at Fort Sanders Regional helps Covid survivor
Elizabeth White, 48, is recovering from Covid as a “long-hauler,” or someone who carries effects of the virus long after it has left her body. White’s symptoms started with a …
Knox pastor recovers from COVID-19
Michael Napier, pastor of Berea Baptist Church in Knoxville, has recovered from COVID-19 after spending nearly a month at Parkwest Medical Center including 21 days on a ventilator. He and …