Lawson McGhee Library Archives

Amelia Parker: Persistence could win the day

Betty BeanJune 14, 2019Knox Scene

I was still in my pajamas last Saturday morning when two young men knocked on my door. One was wearing an Amelia Parker T-shirt; the other was holding a City …

Leadership guru Andrews talks happiness, resiliency

Tracy Haun OwensApril 16, 2019Get Up & Go, Inside 640

No one is issued a magical guide to success when navigating the world of work. But no one has to go it alone, either. There are mentors everywhere – some in …

Check it out: Lawson McGhee undergoing renovations

Betsy PickleDecember 19, 2018Feature, Inside 640

Lawson McGhee Library will remain open throughout a $200,000 renovation expected to last several months. The goal of the project is to create an appealing, user-friendly space that meets the …

I-640 will be repaired through Feb. 7, weather permitting, with lane closures between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. weekdays and multiple lane closures on the weekend of Feb. 1-2. TDOT urges motorists to use extreme caution.
Renee Hoyos will launch her campaign for Congress from 6-8 p.m. Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the Beck Cultural Exchange Center, 1927 Dandridge Ave. Hoyos is a Democratic candidate to unseat Republican U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett, who is expected to seek a second term.
Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will meet at 6 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 30, at the Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex, 1740 Texas Ave.To sign up to speak, contact Ola Blackmon-McBride at 865-215-3966.