by Ralphine Major | Aug 21, 2017 | Columnist, Major
By Ralphine Major It has been widely reported in the news for months. A total eclipse is set to take place on August 21, 2017—the first one in 38 years! I barely remember the eclipse of 1979. It did not receive all the media attention that this one has even...
by Joe Rector | Aug 21, 2017 | Columnist, Rector
By Joe Rector Well, thousands of folks prepared for the upcoming eclipse by purchasing protective glasses that allow them to look at the event without fear of damage to eyes. Then, Amazon sends out an email to tell them that the glasses that they bought are fake and...
by design | Aug 21, 2017 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore I recently gave a gift card to a family member for her birthday from Logan’s Roadhouse, which made her very happy. We love enjoying our repast there and were disgruntled when they moved from Knoxville to Sevierville, even though it’s a lovely drive...
by design | Aug 21, 2017 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson If you’re not careful, you will miss the beauty in the world that is right beside you. Lately, due to the daily drumbeat of hatred from the media, the alt-left, alt-right and some in between, I have found it difficult to remain positive and...
by Ray Hill | Aug 20, 2017 | Columnist, Hill, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Ray Hill Edward H. Crump, long the political boss of Memphis and Shelby County, began to seriously fade in the summer of 1954. Increasingly weakened by heart disease, the Memphis Boss had been active in politics almost to the end. When former governor Prentice...
by Steve Williams | Aug 20, 2017 | Columnist, Stories In This Week's Focus:, Williams
By Steve Williams Will McMahan stands out at Carter High football games, particularly at halftime. He’s the guy playing a saxophone and marching in the school band in his football uniform, a rare sight indeed. Before and after the 20-minute intermission, McMahan, a...
