He works a full-time job, has a wife and two busy boys who love football and basketball; he coaches their teams in both sports. In 2018 he logged 1,250-plus hours …
Rural Metro’s Lee Rayburn: a pro with a big skillset
Ladies and gentlemen of our community, meet Lee Rayburn:
Paramedic
Firefighter
Trainer
Teacher
Delivers babies
Rayburn is a 20-year veteran of Rural Metro, and he’s part of the team at Station 25 in far East Knox …
Rotary’s January speaker lineup ranges from local to international
There’s much more to Rotary than the weekly meetings and lunch – a lot more. A vital part of a vibrant and active club is the quality and diversity of …
Compassion, skill drive Rescue Squad’s Will Steward
He’s been around … from Jaybird Hill in Jefferson County to U.S. Army stops at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas; Fort Bragg near Fayetteville, N.C.; and Fort Jackson in …
Chief John Whited is ‘almost a legend’
When the name “Chief John Whited” comes up in conversation among emergency first responders, this is a sampling of what you hear:
“Best trainer I’ve ever seen or had. …”
“The man’s …
Rescue Squad celebrates volunteers
Gary Sharp was recognized for 44 years of volunteer service with the Knoxville Volunteer Emergency Rescue Squad. The squad celebrated the service of volunteers throughout 2017. These awards are voted …
Rescue Squad board stands with management
Knoxville Volunteer Emergency Rescue Squad faces an expensive audit following a request from Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero to respond to charges raised in an anonymous letter. The letter was sent …