by design | Sep 15, 2014 | Absher, Columnist
By Sally Absher Although the Board of Education’s Second District comprises only a little over 11% of Knox County in terms of population, the special election to replace Indya Kincannon on the BOE is perhaps the most closely watched – and feared – election this...
by design | Sep 15, 2014 | Absher, Columnist
By Sally Absher There is no news like old news, as evidenced by a September 9 article in the Knoxville News Sentinel, “School Board to Enforce Policy Addressing Members.” BOE Policy BCBI, “Appeals to and Appearances Before the Board,” was discussed at several BOE...
by design | Sep 15, 2014 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson I’m almost shamed to admit it, but I’ve stopped listening to Obama. As a Christian I can forgive him, but I cannot forget his repeated lies to our country. Actually, I pray for Obama, all our leaders, and even those of ISIS who are possessed...
by Mike Steely | Sep 15, 2014 | Columnist, Steely
By Mike Steely Just above the busy streets of Gatlinburg is a peaceful and memorable drive that takes you back in time and away from the tourist shops and crowds. If you go to Traffic Light #8 and follow the Historic Nature Trail Road to the Cherokee Orchard entrance,...
by design | Sep 15, 2014 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore I love doing crossword puzzles. The New York Times puzzle in News Sentinel’s Sunday paper is too hard and the other one below it, called the United Features Puzzle, is too easy. The one in the daily newspaper is very easy and always includes the same...
by Joe Rector | Sep 15, 2014 | Columnist, Rector
By Joe Rector On MSNBC the other morning, Melissa Lee reported on the impact of machines and technology on our lives both now and in the future. In fact, CSNBC dedicated an entire hour on the subject. I know I’ll sound like an oldster who’s griping about the changes...
