by design | Dec 1, 2016 | The Daily Focus
Make your list and check it twice before hitting the road this weekend: There may be a parade between you and your destination. Several downtown parking spaces, streets and lanes will be closed Friday, Dec. 2, for the 44th annual WIVK Christmas Parade: Beginning at 4...
by design | Nov 30, 2016 | The Daily Focus
Tragedy struck this week in the mountain towns of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, and schools in Knox County are stepping up in a number of ways to offer support to our afflicted neighbors. Below is a list of some of the specific relief efforts being organized across the...
by design | Nov 30, 2016 | The Daily Focus
After receiving an overwhelming volume of donated supplies, Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, has opened a supply distribution center to serve those affected by recent wildfires and help the community and its members. “The generosity of our community and others across...
by design | Nov 30, 2016 | The Daily Focus
The LeConte Medical Center Volunteer Thrift Shop is accepting and distributing donations of water and toiletries, clothing, shoes and coats. Those in need of clothing and these essentials are invited to come by the shop to pick up the items they need free of charge....
by design | Nov 30, 2016 | The Daily Focus
In the wake of devastating wildfires in East Tennessee, Secretary of State Tre Hargett is urging people to use caution when trying to help fire victims. “Tennesseans are among the most generous people in our country and I know that we will support our fellow...
by design | Nov 30, 2016 | The Daily Focus
Program Utilizes Community Service Projects Volunteer Ministry Center will open the doors to its Annual Holiday Store at 1:00 p.m. on November 30, 2016. Located at 511 N. Broadway, the store is a unique program where individuals can earn gift items for their loved...
by design | Nov 29, 2016 | The Daily Focus
In response to wildfires that have burned homes and businesses and displaced thousands of residents in Gatlinburg and surrounding areas, the First Tennessee Foundation will match donations from the public to the East Tennessee Red Cross, up to a total of $50,000, made...
by design | Nov 28, 2016 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson We’ve all seen it. What a tragedy when a loved one or a friend begins to fail. Once it was called senility because failing mental faculties were associated with the aged. However, the most common cause of cognitive decline (dementia) is ...
by Jedidiah McKeehan | Nov 28, 2016 | Columnist, McKeehan
By Jedidiah McKeehan At some point in your life, you’ve probably had to have an important document notarized, and there has been this section at the bottom for a “Notary Public” to confirm that you are who you say you are and they witnessed you sign this document. ...
by design | Nov 28, 2016 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore Kroger’s is my favorite place to do my grocery shopping and they reward me by sending me money-saving coupons and also delicious recipes. Thanksgiving has gone by and I know some of you have baked cookies but now it’s time to do some serious...
