by design | Aug 3, 2026 | Columnist, Pratt
By Justin Pratt, Clear Springs Baptist Church Senior Pastor One of my favorite stories has been told for generations. A renowned professional orator was once invited to perform before a distinguished audience. His voice was powerful, his articulation flawless, and his...
by design | Aug 3, 2026 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson It’s complicated, but I’m not talking about the 2009 romcom (romantic comedy) of the same name. The modern world is complicated. William Wordsworth wrote the poem, “The World Is Too Much With Us,” lamenting that the world has lost connection with...
by design | Aug 3, 2026 | Columnist, Mattingly
By Tom Mattingly In the wide, wide world of college athletics, a Tennessee player or coach can be a part of the Volunteer family on one day (“us”), and, yet on another day can become a part of some rival program (“them”). In the heat of the moment during Saturday...
by design | Aug 3, 2026 | The Daily Focus
~ from Trees Knoxville We are excited to share that Trees Knoxville is currently crafting our Strategic Plan to guide our planting initiatives, educational outreach, and canopy goals for years to come. But a strong plan requires your voice! We want to know what you...
by design | Aug 3, 2026 | Public Notice
NON-RESIDENT NOTICE TO: LAUREN KATHLEEN MAHANEY, Respondent IN RE: THE ADOPTION OF MINOR CHILDREN A. D. P. W., DOB: 5/05/21 and J. A. J. M., DOB: 5/30/22 BY: KATIE ANN MAHANEY, Petitioner Vs. LAUREN KATHLEEN MAHANEY and DANIEL FORREST WOOTEN, Respondents No....
