September 2011
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Three Rivers Market Upcoming Grand Opening by...
Three Rivers Market has announced plans for a Grand Opening celebration to be held from October 13 to 16 at the location of their new store at 1100 North Central Avenue and Baxter Avenue.
“Come and enjoy family friendly activities along with store discounts,” said Katie Ries, Outreach and Marketing Director. “We have plans for lots of fun and good food. We want everyone to see...
Burchett asks for pay raise for county employees
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett is asking the Knox County Commission to approve a three percent pay raise for budgeted county employees, according to a press release.
Burchett himself will not be receiving a pay increase. He announced the planned pay raise in a letter e-mailed to employees Sept. 28.
“We have worked hard to...
Daughter, mother use each other as support to...
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Nancy Guillen, right, and her mother, Marty Masters, left, were diagnosed with breast cancer at the same time, and overcame it together with love and support from their families and friends.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
When she went in for a mammogram in 2008, Nancy Guillen didn’t think much of it.
Afterwards, when her doctor sent her for a...
Rogero, Padgett to battle for Knoxville mayor in...
Photos by J.J. Kindred
Madeline Rogero, right, gets congratulations from a supporter during her election night party Sept. 27.
Mark Padgett, right, and his wife, Katie, left, are all smiles as he will face Madeline Rogero in a runoff during the November elections. Even though he placed second in the voting, Rogero did not receive enough votes to put her over the top and win the...
Suspect arrested in domestic stabbing incident
Teddy Wayne Neff (courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A suspect was arrested in a domestic stabbing incident at 2415 Truman Ave. Sept. 27.
According to Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk, officers responded to a stabbing call at approximately 2:37 a.m. The preliminary investigation show that the...
Therapeutic Riding Academy treats special needs...
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The Therapeutic Riding Academy of Knoxville, also known as TRAK, which uses therapeutic horseback riding as a remedy for children to improve their physical, occupational, nutritional and speech language skills.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
As a full-time speech pathologist, Stacie Hirsch puts her skills to good use to help special needs children.
...
Ripley's Haunted Adventure's 'Fright Night' tries...
Photos by J.J. Kindred
Barb Wire and Hayleen will be one of many creepy characters to appear during Ripley’s Haunted Adventure’s 13th annual ‘Fright Night’ events during weekends in October.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Ripley’s Haunted Adventure is in the business of scaring people to death. And that’s just the way they like it.
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Local expert gives advice for winter lawn care
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Now that it is officially fall, a lawn care expert for Knoxville-based Weed Man heavily advises that it is time for homeowners to start preparing their lawns for a long winter.
Grass plants in a home lawn need to be properly cared for all year round and the harsh winter months are the hardest on the grass plant, experts say. Fall maintenance...
New Carter school plan approved by County...
Photo by J.J. Kindred
Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett is all smiles during the Knox County Commission’s meeting Sept. 27. Those smiles later turned to scowls as the commission almost delayed the vote — again — to build a new Carter Elementary School so the Knox County School Board could look at other renovation options. The commission voted to approve the project.
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Suspect in Karns' Walgreens robbery turns himself...
Brandon Brent Bowling (courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The suspect wanted in the robbery of a Walgreens that caused three schools in the Karns community to go on lockdown turned himself in to authorities Sept. 27, according to the Knox County Sheriff’s Office.
Brandon Brent Bowling, 41, gave himself up to officers at a...
Five taken to hospital after accident off North...
Photo courtesy of Jonathan Thawley
This Dodge Durango was flipped over on its top off North Broadway Street during an accident that took place Sept. 27. The vehicle’s driver, 23-year-old Ronnisha Smith and her four children were taken to the University of Tennessee Medical Center as a result.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A one-vehicle accident between Edgewood...
Bonnie 'Prince' Billy doesn't let name catch...
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Will Oldham, also known as Bonnie “Prince” Billy, will be performing with Phantom Family Halo at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville at 8 p.m. on Oct. 4.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
As he was breaking into the music business, Will Oldham needed a catchy name.
As the main creative force behind Palace music, also known as Palace songs, Palace or...
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Market Square Farmers' Market by Martha Rose...
Bright green Granny Smith apples, handmade jewelry, bushels of fresh produce, kids lined up at an ice cream truck, and someone playing drums all make for a festive atmosphere at the Market Square Farmers’ Market between Wall Avenue and Union Street.
The city of Knoxville is finally getting something it has been seeking for decades—-a revitalized downtown that pulls in shoppers. This...
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KUB--Keeping Us Broke by Martha Rose Woodward
Joe Hultquist, candidate for city mayor, is asking the question about KUB, “How do we end an Unaccountable Monopoly?” Hultquist says: “KUB butchers trees, but fails to prevent power outages. After 25 years of neglect, KUB repairs sewers only after federal court mandates a fix. KUB cuts up fresh paving because it fails to coordinate with the city. KUB builds unnecessary water tank eyesore against...
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Missy Kennedy Cooks Good Food By Martha Rose...
By Martha Rose Woodward
Missy Kennedy, a local cook and television personality, volunteers at the Cancer Support Community each month to share her recipes and feed the clients.
Kennedy, who is often seen on WBIR TV’s program, Live at Five at Four, has dedicated her time and talents to teaching those with cancer and their families and friends better nutrition.
Before she begins cooking,...
Stars of Impact Wrestling rock Knoxville during...
Photos by J.J. Kindred
Wrestling legends Sting, left, and Hulk Hogan, right, confront each other during Impact Wrestling’s TV tapings Sept. 21 at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum. Sting and Hogan held a contract signing to wrestle each other next month at the organization’s ‘Bound for Glory’ pay-per-view event.
Mr. Anderson, one of Impact’s top performers, is laid...
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Early Voting Ends Sept. 22 in Knoxville City...
By Martha Rose Woodward
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YOU CAN VOTE HERE:
Carter Branch Library: 9036 Asheville Highway
Clinton: Highway 5523 Clinton Highway
Downtown West: 1645 Downtown West Blvd., Suite 25
Halls: 6933 Recreation Lane
Love Kitchen: 2418 Martin Luther King Jr. Ave.
New Harvest Park: 4775 New Harvest Lane
Northshore/Pellissippi: 9430 South Northshore Drive
South: 235 West Young...
Current, former elected officials endorse Rogero...
Madeline Rogero
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville mayoral candidate Madeline Rogero was endorsed Sept. 21 by more than two dozen current and former elected officials from Knoxville and Knox County.
The list includes 26 present and past City Council members, county commissioners, school board chairs and members, and a former county executive.
The...
Padgett fundraising total at $408,000
Mark Padgett
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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The campaign for Knoxville mayoral candidate Mark Padgett announced a fundraising total of more than $408,000.
The campaign has raised more than $135,000 since July 1.
“Every dollar of support is an investment in my plan to create jobs and strengthen our neighborhoods,” Padgett said in a statement. “I’ve...
John D. Lee to retire after four decades with Boys...
Photo by J.J. Kindred
John D. Lee, president and CEO of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley, will retire in December after four decades with the organization.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
After four decades with the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley, John D. Lee has decided to ride off into the sunset.
Lee, 65, announced his retirement as...
TNA/Impact wrestlers make promotional appearance...
Photo by J.J. Kindred
D’Angelo “The Pope” Dinero, a wrestler for TNA/Impact, has fun with young fan Jacob Maggard during a photo and autograph session Sept. 21 at the Direct Auto Insurance location on North Broadway Street. Dinero and fellow performers Velvet Sky and So Cal Val appeared to promote TNA/Impact’s television taping Sept. 21 at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum on...
Four indicted on multiple felony drug charges
Randall Ray Houser
Laurie Pelot Gooch
Kasie Westmoreland Robinson
Yolanda Meza Harper (photos courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Four suspects were indicted by a Knox County Grand Jury on 10 felony drug charges Sept. 20.
Officials with local law enforcement agencies and the District Attorney’s office said the...
City Council members irritated at South Sector...
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Tom McAdams, a local attorney, states his case to the Knoxville City Council during its Sept. 20 meeting on behalf of the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce, to delay final action on approving changes to the South Sector portion of the Knoxville-Knox County plan. The council reluctantly granted the request.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The Knoxville...
Sheriff's officer shoots lunging pit bull
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A Knox County sheriff’s officer shot twice at a pit bull dog when it charged him in a Northeast Knox County yard Sept. 20.
According to the sheriff’s office, at approximately 9:45 a.m., Gordon Browning, a 16-year veteran warrants officer for the Knox County Sheriff’s Office, was serving an eviction notice in the 2100 block of...
Knox EPW team helps save money on FY11 capital...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knox County Engineering and Public Works capital project inspectors’ hard work paid off in Fiscal Year 2011, resulting in more than a half million dollars in savings after eight of the projects they oversaw came in under budget.
The per-project savings ranged from just under budget — $0.46 for the Mascot Bridge project — to more...
Suspect sought in Rutledge Pike convenience store...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knox County Sheriff’s Officers are searching for a suspect in the armed robbery of the Exxon Quick Shop at 7608 Rutledge Pike Sept. 20.
The clerk told officers that a white male entered the store around 1:30 a.m. wielding a large butcher knife. The suspect demanded money from the cash register and cigarettes. The clerk complied...
U.S. Cellular gives local Urban League $20K check...
Photo by J.J. Kindred
Phyllis Nichols, left, president of the Knoxville Area Urban League, receives a VIP ticket from Tom Catani, right, regional vice president of U.S. Cellular, as part of the promotion of the Urban League’s annual fundraising gala to take place Oct. 27. The organization also received a check for $20,000 from U.S. Cellular for support.
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Commission continues to hear alternative plans for...
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Daryl Johnson, president of Johnson Architecture, gives a brief presentation to the Knox County Commission on plans for the new Carter Elementary School during its work session Sept. 19.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Knox County commissioners know more than ever that Knox County Mayor Tim Burchett is not going to give up easily in terms of getting...
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Fall 2011 East Tennessee Plant Swap posted by M....
The Fall 2011 East Tennessee Plant Swap will be held at: Cheryl Peters’ house 7704 Dave Road, Knoxville, TN 37938 Saturday, September 24, 2011 Setup will begin at 9:30am Swapping starts at 10:00am Lunch will be at 11:30am or noon
Everyone is invited. No money exchanges hands. Bring plants or garden items to swap and a dish for a covered dish lunch.
City launches Green Building Incentive Program
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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The city of Knoxville is launching a Green Building Incentive Program on Wednesday that will help qualified home and building owners pay for energy saving improvements to their buildings.
The federally-funded program is designed to encourage homeowners and others to make energy-efficiency improvements by rebating a portion of the...
Suspect in Walgreens robbery turns himself in
Joshua Taylor Williams (courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Knoxville police have arrested a suspect in the robbery of the Walgreens at 8950 Kingston Pike Sept. 18.
KPD public information officer Darrell DeBusk said Sept. 19 that 21-year-old Joshua Taylor Williams turned himself in to the Tennessee Highway Patrol after seeing...
Man charged with aggravated robbery of Sevierville...
William J. Tucker (courtesy of Sevierville Police Dept.)
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Sevierville Police Department (SPD) officers have arrested a suspect charged in the robbery of the Mountain National Bank on Winfield Dunn Parkway Sept. 19.
William J. Tucker, 42, was charged with aggravated robbery after SPD officers responded to a reported robbery at...
Eric Young loves what he does in the wrestling...
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Eric Young and the stars of Impact Wrestling will appear in Knoxville at the Civic Coliseum Sept. 21.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
After 15 years in the wrestling business, it never gets old for Eric Young.
After graduating from high school, Young began training with veteran wrestler Waldo Von Erich in Ontario, Canada.
After 10 weeks of training,...
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Beat the Bookstore--Competition on Campus by...
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Beat the Bookstore—Competition on Campus by Martha Rose Woodward
Drive along the university campus near Cumberland Avenue and you are likely to see the bright green jeep with Beat the Bookstore’s logo on the door. Beat the Bookstore buys and sells college textbooks and they make it clear, they are in direct competition with the long-established university bookstore...
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Cancer Support Community--Providing Care at No...
Cancer Support Community—Providing Care at No Charge
by Martha Rose Woodward
Free help is available to cancer patients and their family members. The Knoxville area Cancer Support Community (formerly known as The Wellness Community) provides psychological, educational, and social support services for cancer patients, their families and friends at no charge. Programs help cancer patients...
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Get your swag on!! Stephen A. Burroughs by Martha...
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Get your swag on!! Stephen A. Burroughs, a local attorney, is getting attention on social media by getting 11,000 likes on Facebook. Burroughs, who has come to be known due to the billboards he put up around town, told his fans he would have a big party if he got to 10,000 “likes”. When he reached that number, the party was on. Burroughs’ popularity began...
Top schools honored for summer reading achievement...
(Photo by J.J. Kindred)
Four schools were honored with awards for achievement as part of the Knox County Public Library’s summer reading program during an event at the Fountain City Branch Library Sept. 14. Honorees include (clockwise L-R) Angie Harrod of Mount Olive Elementary School; Gwynne Casey of, Beaumont Elementary; Martha Hill of Sequoyah Elementary; and Lou Jones of Sterchi...
Suspect sought in First Peoples Bank robbery on...
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville police are searching for a suspect in the robbery of the First Peoples Bank at 7522 Asheville Highway on Sept. 14.
According to Sgt. John Shelton of KPD’s East Patrol C Squad, at approximately 1:20 p.m., a teller said that a slender white male wearing a dark T-shirt, dark cargo pants, ball cap and sunglasses,...
Knox County IDB approves Carter school...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
The Knox County Industrial Development Board (IDB) voted Sept. 13 to allow Knox County to enter into formal negotiations with the firm Partners Development to potentially build a new Carter Elementary School, according to the Knox County Mayor’s office.
“Today’s vote by the IDB helps keep us on track to hopefully build a new Carter...
Man arrested after police standoff involving...
Richard Albee (courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A Knoxville man was taken into custody Sept. 14 after a standoff with Knoxville police with five children inside a West Knoxville home.
According to KPD public information officer Darrell DeBusk, officers responded to a domestic call at approximately 2:43 a.m. in the 5800 block of...
Knox County Shriners building catches fire
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Dozens of people had to be evacuated from the Knox County Shriners building in Farragut Sept. 13, as a fire broke out inside.
According to Knox County Rural/Metro officials, the call came in just after 7 p.m., as a Shriners group was having their weekly dinner inside when someone smelled smoke outside of the building, located...
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Terry Frank is Running for Mayor of Anderson...
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Terry Frank, 43, political blogger and former radio talk show host, has announced that she is seeking the position as Anderson County Mayor.
“I am announcing my candidacy out of loyalty and love for my county,” Frank stated in a news release. “I was born and raised here, left for college and upon graduation, returned here to start my own family and make a...
Fire occurs at Tazewell Pike residence
(Photo courtesy of Knoxville Fire Department)
Firefighters put out a blaze at a residence on Tazewell Pike Sept. 13.
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville firefighters were dispatched to a fire at 5016 Tazewell Pike Sept. 13.
According to KFD spokesman D.J. Corcoran, fire crews responded to the report of a fire at approximately 1:32 p.m. The caretaker...
Jeff Jarrett still making his mark in professional...
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Jeff Jarrett and the stars of Impact Wrestling will appear at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum Sept. 21.
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
For almost three decades, Jeff Jarrett has been one of the most prominent names in professional wrestling.
He has followed in the footsteps of his father, Jerry Jarrett, and made a name for himself in the business. Starting...
Two rescued from overturned truck near I-275
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Knoxville police and rescue personnel responded to an overturned truck on the ramp from Heiskell Avenue onto northbound I-275 Sept. 13.
According to KPD public information officer Darrell DeBusk, the incident happened at approximately 9:01 a.m., where the liquid asphalt sealant truck was traveling east on Heiskell Avenue when...
Law enforcement agencies report air conditioner...
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Since July 1, local law enforcement has received approximately 40 reports of air conditioner thefts at homes for sale or for rent, as well as some closed businesses. According to Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk, investigators have identified three vehicles that may be connected to the thefts.
On Aug. 12 in...
Repeat Offender Squad search warrant leads to...
Gordon Davis, Jr.
Amber Eblen
Michael Montez Thomas (photos courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
A search warrant at a residence at 3628 Sevierville Pike Sept. 12 led to the arrests of several people on related charges.
According to Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk, at approximately 6...
Knox County Commissioner undergoes surgery to...
Amy Broyles
By J.J. KINDRED
J.Kindred@theknoxvillejournal.com
Knox County Commissioner Amy Broyles underwent surgery Sept. 12 to remove a tumor from her parathyroid gland, according to a press release from the commission office.
The gland regulates calcium in the blood, nervous system and bones.
This type of tumor, which is almost always benign, interferes with the gland’s...
Two arrested in Budget Transmission burglary
Larry Holmes (courtesy of Knox County Sheriff’s Dept.)
From Knoxville Journal staff reports
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Two men were arrested Sept. 12 after officers responded to a burglary at Budget Transmission at 302 S. Northshore Drive.
According to Knoxville Police Department public information officer Darrell DeBusk, officers responded to the burglary call at approximately...
