October 2010
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Pedestrian hit near Magnolia Avenue and Jessamine...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A pedestrian was the victim of a hit-and-run incident on the westbound side of Magnolia Avenue just west of Jessamine Street Oct. 29, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Lt. Jim Settlemyer of KPD’s East Squad F Patrol Division said that at approximately 10:14 p.m., officers found that a unidentified...
Three sought in home invasion on Taylor Road
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville police responded to a home invasion at 1406 Taylor Road on Oct. 28, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Sgt. Jason Keck of KPD’s Patrol Division reported that residents heard a vehicle pull into the driveway seconds before the front door crashed open. Three suspects, described as black males dressed...
Knox County Schools, City of Knoxville propose new...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Partnering up with the city of Knoxville, the Knox County School System announced Oct. 29 that the historic L&N Station is being proposed to house a STEM magnet high school.
The building on the corner of Henley Street and Western Avenue would be one of two STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) schools identified in the...
Another 'Good Samaritan' act leads to return of...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Curtis Smith has proven that there are good people in the world.
Smith, of Knoxville, observed a male suspect running from the Walgreens on 5312 Clinton Highway with a stolen purse Oct. 27.
According to a report from Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk, the incident occurred at 6:12 p.m., with Smith following...
Accident on Middlebrook Pike critically injures...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A Knoxville man was listed in critical condition at the University of Tennessee Medical Center after being the victim in an accident on Middlebrook Pike near Old Weisgarber Road Oct. 28.
According to Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk, at approximately 3 a.m., officers responded to a one vehicle...
Suspect sought in robbery of Sleep Inn on Central...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville police are looking for a suspect in the robbery of a Sleep Inn on Central Avenue Pike Oct. 28.
According to Sgt. Travis Brasfield of the KPD Patrol Division’s East District A Squad,
at approximately 2 a.m., a black male walked into the Sleep Inn’s lobby, told the clerk he had a weapon, and demanded money.
...
'Waiting for Superman' documentary opens eyes of...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The Downtown West Regal Cinemas held a special screening of the new education documentary “Waiting for Superman” Oct. 26, and it has already gotten some buzz.
A special forum was held immediately after the film, featuring Knox County Schools superintendent Jim McIntyre, Buzz Thomas, president of the Great Schools Partnership,...
Henley Bridge to officially close Jan. 3
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Tennessee Department of Transportation officials announced that the Henley Bridge will officially close on Jan. 3, 2011 during a stakeholders meeting Oct. 27 at the Henley Bridge Community Center.
According to a press release, TDOT, along with representatives from project contractor Britton Bridge, LLC and project inspection...
Suspect sought in Western Avenue CVS robbery
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A suspect is being sought in the robbery of the CVS Pharmacy at 4406 Western Ave. Oct. 26, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Lt. Robert Hembree of KPD’s Patrol Division West B Squad said that at approximately 4 p.m., a while male entered the pharmacy area, presented a threatening note and demanded...
Hatfield-McCoy Dinner Feud and Stunt Show to open...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The Fee/Hedrick Family Entertainment Group is at it once again.
Smoky Mountain entertainment moguls David Fee and Jim Hedrick plan to open yet another new show in Pigeon Forge, as it will introduce the Hatfield & McCoy Dinner Feud and Stunt Show at the Black Bear Jamboree Theater in Pigeon Forge.
The original new show will be based on the...
Burchett cuts cards, opens purchasing database...
By NATALIE LESTER N.Lester@theknoxvillejournal.com
On Oct. 25, Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett announced the elimination of 63 out of 118 purchasing cards belonging to his office. An additional 13 cards canceled by other departments brings the total of p-cards cut to 76.
The mayor also revealed a new online searchable transaction database, which Burchett believes will ensure transparency in his...
Names added to memorial at Veteran’s Day Ceremony
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Twenty-nine more names are being engraved on the granite pillars of the East Tennessee Veterans Memorial. They will be officially dedicated in ceremony at 2:30 p.m. Veterans Day, Nov. 11, at the Memorial in the World’s Fair Park.
The new engravings will bring the number to 6,174 listed on the Memorial of veterans from 35 East...
School bus driver arrested for DUI, reckless...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A school bus driver was arrested and charged with a DUI and reckless driving Oct. 26, after allegedly rear-ending a box truck, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Dinah Lynn Patterson McGlothlin, 63, of Knoxville, who was driving for Hensley Bus Lines, was arrested after witnesses and officers said that the she...
Journal seeks commission’s consideration
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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The Knoxville Journal asked for the commission to hear their case in regards to a recent advertisement contract, which the business argues was unfairly awarded to the MetroPulse publication.
“This has been called serious,” said D. Lindley Young, an attorney representing the Journal. “Some have called it worse than...
Motel 6 robbery suspect sought
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A suspect is being sought in the armed robbery of the Motel 6 at 326 Lovell Road Oct. 25, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Lt. Robert Hembree of KPD West District Patrol Division said that officers responded to the report of the robbery at approximately 4:26 p.m.
According to the motel clerk, a black male...
Commission passes Cherokee, Health Department...
By NATALIE LESTER N.Lester@theknoxvillejournal.com
Despite opposition from Commissioner Amy Broyles, the Knox County Commission approved a contract for Cherokee Health Systems to take over the operation of pediatric services at the Health Department.
“We have to look at the overall picture of the county, county finances and economic circumstances,” Commissioner Mike Brown said. “Looking at the...
Deadline nears for Hometown Heroes nomination
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Nominations are being accepted through Oct. 29 for Home Federal Bank’s new Hometown Heroes awards. The program honors everyday citizens who do extraordinary things for others and for their community.
Little League coaches, senior citizen center workers, teachers, Scout leaders, nonprofit volunteers and others who work in their...
Joe DiPietro named as next president of University...
Joe DiPietro (courtesy of University of Tennessee)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A new era is about to begin at the University of Tennessee, and for once, it doesn’t involve a football coach.
By a very tight final vote of 11 to 10 by the UT Board of Trustees, Joe DiPietro was named as the 24th president of the university Oct. 22. He was chosen over Brian Noland,...
Bed bugs becoming recurring problem nationwide
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Do not say the old cliché, “Good night, sleep tight, don’t let the bed bugs bite” around Edward Harris, Jr.
He wouldn’t find it amusing.
Harris has been a resident of the Morningside Gardens Apartments in East Knoxville for nine years, and claimed to be a victim of the bed bug epidemic that has been well publicized.
...
Two charged in homicide of Friendsville man
Crystal Victoria Summey
Jimmy Lynn Rauhuff (courtesy of Blount Co. Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Two people were charged Oct. 25 in the homicide of 65-year-old James Arthur Moser of Friendsville that occurred Oct. 18.
According to Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong, Jimmy Lynn Rauhuff, 40, of Friendsville, and Crystal Victoria Summey, 33,...
Weekend incidents occur within hours of each other...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Several incidents involving forgery, assault and armed robbery occurred Oct. 24, according to a report from Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk.
At approximately 12:30 a.m., officers responded to the University of Tennessee Medical Center concerning a victim that had been beaten with a baseball bat on 17th...
Suspects arrested in Sally's Beauty Supply armed...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Knoxville police responded to an armed robbery at Sally’s Beauty Supply on 4418 N. Broadway St Oct. 24, but according to the police report, the suspects apprehended were involved in a different crime.
Dustin Black, 25, and his accomplice, Amber Corum, 22, were arrested by police after they escaped the vehicle that was being sought...
StoryCorps defines American, Knoxvillian life
Hope Brashear, left, and Gloria Miller, right, recorded the story of their friendship as part of NPR’s StoryCorps project, which is visiting Knoxville until Nov. 13. (Photo courtesy of Natalie Lester).
By NATALIE LESTER N.Lester@theknoxvillejournal.com
Knoxville residents Hope Brashear and Gloria Miller struggled to title the conversation they had on Oct. 22, but did not hesitate to...
Meetings to allow for Midway Business Park...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett announced two planned meetings to gather public input on the portion of the East County Sector Plan dealing with the Midway Road business park development proposal.
“It’s time for a new approach to this discussion,” Mayor Burchett said. “I’m hopeful that the parties involved can find some common ground...
Man taken into custody during high-speed chase on...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A man, who was reported to be mentally ill, was apprehended during the early morning hours of Oct. 21, after leading Knoxville police officers on a nine-mile pursuit down Kingston Pike that ended along the Loudon County line.
According to a report from KPD public information officer Darrell DeBusk, at approximately 2:37 a.m., officers received...
Tennessee receives $1M teen pregnancy prevention...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Tennessee has received a $1 million federal grant to prevent teen pregnancy in foster care.
Gov. Phil Bredesen said Wednesday that teen pregnancy, in general, is a growing problem across the state, and “we must continue to find ways to tackle this issue.”
The grant will be handled by the Governor’s Office of...
Knox County School Board hears presentations on...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Presentations were given during the Knox County School Board’s mid-month work session Oct. 20, giving board members a look at advanced methods in education.
Donna Neblett, a representative of Discovery Channel/Education, gave a formal presentation on its formative assessments program.
Discovery Education’s Assessment has serviced...
Commission debates Health Department, Cherokee...
By NATALIE LESTER
N.Lester@theknoxvillejournal.com
Commissioner Mike Brown seems to think the Commission will have no trouble passing the contract between Cherokee Health Systems and the Knox County Health Department. “If this is something the Health Department thinks they can live with, it is a win-win situation,” Brown said. “Eventually, it will save us money down the line.”
However, his...
KARM begins Thanksgiving ministry efforts
Each year KARM’s Baskets of Hope feeds approximately 1,200 people in the greater Knoxville area.
By NATALIE LESTER N.Lester@theknoxvillejournal.com
Halloween is still a week away but local charities are already planning for Thanksgiving.
“The needs of our neighbors are urgent,” said Knoxville Area Rescue Ministries Church Relations Director Bruce Anderson. “Many families are on the brink of...
Motorcycle accident claims life of Sevier County...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A Sevier County couple was killed in a motorcycle accident Oct. 19 when they crashed into a van on Boyd’s Creek Highway, according to a report from the Sevierville Police Department.
Jeffrey L. Adams, Jr., 26, and his wife, 26-year-old Amanda Adams, were reported to be traveling west on Boyd’s Creek Highway on a 1987 Suzuki...
Body discovered in Friendsville home; possible...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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The dead body of a Friendsville man was discovered by Blount County Sheriff’s officers at his residence Oct. 18.
Blount County Sheriff James Lee Berrong said that at approximately 5 p.m., officers responded to a call at the residence of 65-year-old James Arthur Moser of Cave Road.
Upon arrival, officers found...
TAP tabs 13 additional schools in Knox County
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Thirteen schools have been added to TAP (Teacher Advancement Program), according to a report from Knox County Schools.
Four schools are already in TAP, described as a comprehensive school reform and instructional improvement system that provides opportunities for career advancement, professional growth, instructionally-focused accountability,...
Three charged with aggravated robbery at Magnolia...
Dennis Gaye
Anthony Jackson
Myron Tate (all courtesy of Knox Co. Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Three men were charged with aggravated robbery at an apartment complex on Magnolia Avenue Oct. 19, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Public information officer Darrell DeBusk said that at approximately 11:58 p.m., officers responded...
City council denies new mixed-use zoning district
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
After a second straight lengthy meeting Oct. 19, the Knoxville City Council voted to deny a new R-4 zoning district proposed by the Metropolitan Planning Commission, which would create mixed-use districts as a transition between development and residential properties.
Representatives from different neighborhood associations addressed the...
Haslam casts early ballot
By NATALIE LESTER N.Lester@theknoxvillejournal.com
After running almost a two-year campaign, Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill Haslam played another part in the democratic process today as he cast his ballot.
“Pushing that button was a really good feeling,” Haslam said.
He explained there was still a great joy in this part of the process.
“Running is an honor,” Haslam said. “Democracy is a...
KCHD initiative strives for healthier county
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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After months of preparatory work by Knox County Health Department staff, the Together! Knox County initiative has become a community group with a leadership team. Nineteen Knox County residents, made up of business people, community and faith leaders and government officials came together earlier this month to take a community...
City considering terminating agreement for...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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The city of Knoxville has informed the contractor on the First Creek Drainage Improvements Project that it is considering declaring the company in default of its agreement with the city, according to a press release.
The move is a potential first step toward terminating the contract, though the city is not asking for that at...
Area airports receive grants from TDOT's...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
McGhee-Tyson, Downtown Island and Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge Airports were among four airports that received $64,485 in aeronautics grants to fund improvements.
McGhee-Tyson Airport received $40,500, Gatlinburg-Pigeon Forge Airport received $3,375, and Downtown Island Airport in South Knoxville received $13,500. The fourth airport, William L....
UPDATE: CVS offers reward for information leading...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The Knoxville Police Department has announced that CVS Pharmacy is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the suspects responsible for the robbery of its location at 7321 Chapman Highway Oct. 17.
According to KPD public information officer Darrell DeBusk, officers responded to a call where two masked...
UPDATE: Murder suspect turns himself in
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The Knoxville Police Department has reported that Edward Lamar Jones, who had a first-degree murder warrant obtained on him, has turned himself in.
Public information officer Darrell DeBusk said that at approximately 12:45 p.m. Oct. 19, Jones turned himself in to investigators at the KPD safety building.
DeBusk said Jones was being...
Murder warrant issued in shooting death on...
Edward Lamar Jones (courtesy of Knoxville Police Department)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A first-degree murder warrant has been obtained in the shooting death of a Knoxville man, according to the Knoxville Police Department.
Public information officer Darrell DeBusk said that Edward Lamar Jones, 19, is wanted for the death of Elizajuan Stuart, who would have turned 18...
Wolf Creek Bridge in Cocke County may require...
The Wolf Creek Bridge in Cocke County is scheduled to undergo a major reconstruction project next spring, resulting in a possible 30-month closure. (Image courtesy of TDOT)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
During an informal community meeting Oct. 18 at Newport City Hall, the Tennessee Department of Transportation announced that it was working to repair the Wolf Creek Bridge,...
Suspect sought in robbery of Middlebrook Pike...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville police are looking for a suspect in the robbery of the Weigel’s at 7325 Middlebrook Pike Oct. 18.
According to Sgt. Scott Noe of KPD’s West F Squad, at approximately 6:29 p.m., the suspect walked into the store, showed a handgun to the clerk and said, “Give me all the money,” and left the store with...
National Disability Day turns into week...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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As the annual effort to promote career development for students and job seekers with disabilities continues to grow, the City of Knoxville and local businesses are stretching the Disability Mentoring Day throughout the entire week.
“We’re trying to exceed what we did last year,” Stephanie Brewer Cook, the city’s disability services...
City of Knoxville awarded $20,000 grant from State...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A $20,000 grant from the State Division of Forestry will make the city of Knoxville’s tree planting season very busy.
The grant, which is part of the Tennessee Agricultural Enhancement Program, will help the city’s Public Service Department to receive and plant approximately 200 additional trees over the next month.
It...
Several robberies, possibly connected shootings,...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Several armed robbery and shooting incidents occurred within an hour of each other during the late hours of Oct. 17, according to Knoxville Police Department spokesman Darrell DeBusk.
The following incidents took place:
• At approximately 9:59 p.m., a robbery occurred at a Pizza Hut restaurant at 212 Cedar Lane. According to witnesses, a black...
Pedestrian victim of hit-and-run on Bluff Avenue
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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A pedestrian was struck while walking on Bluff Avenue near Folsom Avenue Oct. 17, according to a Knoxville Police Department report.
Sgt. Travis Brasfield of KPD’s East District A Squad said that the pedestrian, identified as Cody Jarvis, was struck by a late 1980s model, white Honda four-door. A passerby and off-duty...
Suspects sought in Chapman Highway CVS robbery
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville police are looking for two masked men who robbed the CVS pharmacy at 7321 Chapman Highway Oct. 17.
According to KPD public information officer Darrell DeBusk, officers responded to a call at approximately 2:15 p.m., when the men entered the store with handguns and demanded prescription drugs.
An undetermined amount...
Blount County fire victim dies
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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According to the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, the man charged with alleged house arson on Oct. 15 now faces a charge of criminal homicide after the woman injured died overnight on Oct. 16.
Thomas David Henderson, 50, of Louisville was initially charged on Oct. 16 with aggravated arson. The house fire injured Cheryl...
HUD awards Knoxville Sustainable Communities...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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The City of Knoxville along with Knox County, the Metropolitan Planning Commission (MPC) and other local governments and agencies has been awarded a $4.3 million grant to develop a comprehensive plan for a more sustainable East Tennessee. The regional plan will address a wide range of issues including air and water quality,...
