by design | Apr 27, 2026 | Columnist, Duncan
By John J. Duncan Jr. I once got a full-time job as a newspaper reporter because many people on the left do not believe in freedom of speech for those with whom they disagree. This has been seen most vividly during the rare times that well-known conservatives...
by design | Apr 27, 2026 | Columnist, Mattingly
By Tom Mattingly NOTE: When I write a book about the significant dates in Tennessee Volunteer football, Nov. 30, 1963, will be at the top of the list for that date and for the history of Vol football overall. ANALYSIS: The single-wing offense, a staple of...
by design | Apr 26, 2026 | Columnist, Hunley, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Steve Hunley Don’t Be Fooled … The Knox Co. Mayor Can’t Raise Taxes The best promises probably are those that one never has to keep. They are certainly the most convenient. The peculiarities in politics are like the stars in the sky – – –...
by design | Apr 26, 2026 | Columnist, Hill, Ray Hill's Archives, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Ray Hill Readers will likely be surprised to learn that I frequently write columns well in advance of their publication. As this is written, President-elect Donald Trump is naming various nominees to the sundry offices and departments of the federal government....
by design | Apr 20, 2026 | Columnist, Nagi
By Mark Nagi Spring practice is now complete for the Vols. Back on April 11, over 48,000 fans showed up at Neyland Stadium to watch the Orange & White Game on a beautiful Saturday afternoon. Those who witnessed the scrimmage might have their own opinions on...
by design | Apr 20, 2026 | Columnist, Ferguson
It was the best of times, it was the worst of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the age of foolishness … it was the season of darkness, it was the spring of hope. Charles Dickens By Dr. Jim Ferguson Every spring, my sense of hope is renewed as I marvel at...
