by design | Aug 22, 2016 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson My minister recently preached a sermon entitled Who Are We? It seems best to change the pronoun to I and consider “Who am I?” Reflection is inevitable for a contemplative like me, but is fundamental to everyone, at least to some degree. Wisdom...
by Ralphine Major | Aug 22, 2016 | Columnist, Major
By Ralphine Major Jeff and Orlena Knisley were parents to sixteen children, fourteen of whom survived into adulthood. I knew several of the Knisley siblings from my earliest memories at Fairview Baptist Church. They held leadership roles in many areas of the church....
by Joe Rector | Aug 22, 2016 | Columnist, Rector
By Joe Rector Teenagers are a funny bunch, and freshman are always the most comical. Over my lifetime, I’ve been one and have watched many classes of them during 30 years as a teacher. They arrive at high school “wet behind the ears” but act as if they are seasoned...
by design | Aug 22, 2016 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore Did you watch the Olympics? I hope so. It is one way to applaud the athletes for all their hard work—for the years of dedication, determination, and hopes that they displayed during the games and at the finals. I had a granddaughter years ago who...
by Mark Nagi | Aug 22, 2016 | Columnist, Nagi, Norman
By Alex Norman 4th and 14… It was the down and distance that many Vols fans have forever burned into their psyche. Making a stop on 4th and 14 against the Florida Gators last September not only would have snapped Tennessee’s 10 game losing streak to their rivals, but...
by design | Aug 22, 2016 | Absher, Columnist
By Sally Absher Knox County experienced unusually warm weather during the first two weeks of school this year (or maybe KCS is just starting school in the middle of the summer now). Either way, a number of area students and parents are hot under the collar about Board...
