by Ralphine Major | Apr 8, 2019 | Columnist, Major
By Ralphine Major ralphine3@yahoo.com Spring—–Easter—–New Life! It’s that season once again. Winter has officially ended but for a few cool mornings and nights. For some reason, the Easter holiday does not get all the attention that...
by design | Apr 8, 2019 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore As many gourmet chefs and women in the kitchen know, herbs are the variety of the spice of life. In general use, they are the plants with savory or aromatic properties that are used for flavoring. There are primary herbs, culinary herbs, and medicinal...
by Jedidiah McKeehan | Apr 8, 2019 | Columnist, McKeehan
By Jedidiah McKeehan You may or may not have realized this, but almost all court documents are public records. If you really wanted to, you could show up at the courthouse and peruse court filings. In fact, bored reporters may do just that, looking to find a juicy...
by design | Apr 8, 2019 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson Sometimes I can’t remember whether I’ve thought something, discussed my opinion with others or wrote about it in The Focus or my spiritual journal. Similarly, it’s sometimes hard to remember where I’ve heard or read something because I read...
by Mike Steely | Apr 8, 2019 | Columnist, Steely
By Mike Steely Most of us know about Davy Crockett, the Tennessean born in Limestone east of Greeneville, soldier in the Indian Wars, and volunteer in the battle for Texas independence. We know he died at the Alamo and there have been movies and television series...
by Steve Williams | Apr 8, 2019 | Columnist, Williams
By Steve Williams This may be the busiest sports week of the year. Coming on the heels of Sunday’s NASCAR race at Bristol and the NCAA women’s basketball finals will be the men’s title game Monday night. The Tennessee Smokies also wrap up their first home baseball...