A funny thing happens after high school. Many people flee to create a new life, leaving behind the stereotypes and insecurities of youth. Then, 50 years later, they have retired, …
Services today for businessman Langley
Fred R. Langley, 86, passed away at his home after a period of ill health. Services will be held today (6/22/23) at 2 p.m. at First Baptist Church in Knoxville, …
Update: Ronni Chandler retires with legacy of changed lives
Update: We erred in reporting that Project GRAD will transition to United Way. Community Schools will transition to United Way in July, but Project GRAD will remain with the Knox …
New principals for Chilhowee, Farragut Middle
Chris Daniels: Chilhowee Intermediate School
Chris Daniels has been appointed principal of Chilhowee Intermediate School effective July 2023.
Daniels joined Knox County Schools in 2000 as a teacher at Carter Middle School, …
Letter to the Legislature
Dear legislators: I’ve been pondering your new law that requires retention of third graders who don’t pass the T-CAP test in the spring. Several of my friends were caught in …
Retired educator, park volunteer has died
Winston Halen “Sid” Davis, 88, of Maryville, passed away on Tuesday, June 13, 2023, at Asbury Place.
Mr. Davis’s 34-year career in education included 17 years as an instructor at Rule …
Hardin Valley Academy gets new principal
Mitchell Cox has been appointed principal of Hardin Valley Academy effective July 2023. Michael Reynolds, a retired principal, closed out the school year after principal Rob Speas was placed on …
Powell pedestrian bridge ahead
Mum’s the official word, but we’re ready to announce a super big project for Powell. State Rep. Michele Carringer alluded to it at this week’s meeting of the Powell Business …