by design | Jul 3, 2023 | Columnist, Steely
Exploring the Meriwether Lewis Mystery A Day Away By Mike Steely The Natchez Trace is one of the oldest routes in our state and runs as a two-lane parkway from southwest Nashville all the way to Natchez, Mississippi. The route is dotted with historic spots here and...
by design | Jul 3, 2023 | Columnist, Major
Happy Independence Day! By Ralphine Major I sat in the warm, summer breeze. Wind rustled through heavy foliage, billowy clouds hid behind towering trees, and birds could be heard singing cheerfully. In only a few days our nation would be celebrating July 4, 2023,...
by design | Jul 3, 2023 | Columnist, McKeehan
May I Be Excused? By Jedidiah McKeehan When we think about a lawsuit, we generally think about it starting on the date the lawsuit is filed with the Court. While the filing of the lawsuit is an important event, the case does not really start until the defendant is...
by design | Jul 3, 2023 | Columnist, Rector
Venturing out close to home By Joe Rector Some family members describe Amy and me as miserly. We are thrifty, but on occasion, we splurge just a bit to enjoy a new experience. What we’ve discovered are plenty of places to go and things to do around Knoxville or within...
by design | Jul 3, 2023 | Columnist, Duncan
Dr. Fred Hurst: One Of Tennessee’s Best By John J. Duncan Jr. duncanj@knoxfocus.com East Tennessee is filled with wonderful people, and one of the very best is a man who has helped take care of me for many years, Dr. Fred Hurst. I cannot find words to adequately...