by Ray Hill | Aug 14, 2016 | Columnist, Hill, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Ray Hill When one thinks of bossism in Tennessee politics, Edward Hull Crump of Memphis leaps to mind. Much has been written about the Crump machine, but Hilary Howse of Nashville headed an equally potent and thriving political machine in Davidson County. There...
by Jedidiah McKeehan | Aug 8, 2016 | Archives, Columnist, McKeehan, Uncategorized
By Jedidiah McKeehan It can be a daunting, and expensive, experience to hire an attorney, especially when you hear the sorts of numbers thrown around – million dollar settlements, $500.00 an hour, “we don’t get paid until you get paid!” What does all of this...
by Ralphine Major | Aug 8, 2016 | Columnist, Major
By Ralphine Major It is a bright-red fruit that has drawn thousands to Grainger County, Tennessee, for the past 24 years! The Grainger County tomato has a very unique and wonderful taste. Absolutely delicious!! A pleasant drive up Emory Road showcased the beautiful...
by design | Aug 8, 2016 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore It is said that “birds of a feather, flock together” but, Ruby, my cardinal friend would rather “flock” alone. I watch his antics outside from my window in the den and they are usually quite amusing. If I tap on the window he will fly away but comes...
by design | Aug 8, 2016 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson Recently, two friends of mine on the social media site, Facebook, found themselves in a “dust-up.” The problem arose from the politics of our divided land. About four years ago I joined Facebook because my kids were using it, and I wanted to keep...
by design | Aug 7, 2016 | Absher, Archived Editions, Archives, Columnist, Stories In This Week's Focus:
Susan Horn Victorious in 5th District BOE Race By Sally Absher sallyabsher@knoxfocus.com It was a long race for Susan Horn, as she spent the better part of the last 8 months campaigning for the 5th District BOE seat. On March 1, she won the plurality of votes but fell...
