2024

Vietnam veteran Randall Leyshon found healing after a half-century of mournful memories "Did you hear about John?” the young man asked warily, as he and several other 9th Infantry Division Army soldiers chatted with then-1st Lt. Randall…
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Finding time for my sons on the South Holston River brings back memories of a simpler time with just as good company We are just below the small weir dam on the South Holston River outside Bristol. Waiting for the water to come on gives…
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From Paris to Annecy and Back—Enjoying the City of Light and the Venice of the Alps in one vacation We flew from JFK Airport to Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris and settled into our room at the Hilton Paris Opera, an ornate building…
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With experience at all offensive positions, sophomore quarterback Nico Iamaleava is ready to lead. This was the year that the NCAA ruled—decades late, by any measure— that schools could pay athletes. For decades our friends and…
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Consistency is key to becoming the best healthy versions of ourselves It’s 5 a.m. on a Wednesday morning and I am looking forward to leg day. First some espresso and yerba mate and some quiet time with the Lord. That always comes first,…
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Julie DuPree designs homes with showstopping detail, proving that every space matters I’m here to see a house, but it’s the roofline that grabs my attention. Before I can even stop the car, my eyes follow the brick detailing of tall,…
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This is the time of year that students — and their parents — are hoping for success for the school year ahead. There are things parents can do to help their children prepare, says Krista McGrath, co-owner with her husband Matthew of…
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Tradition Meets Innovation Pain Medicine of the South brings East Tennessee residents relief We’re able to treat pain pretty much anywhere in the body.” That’s the message Dr. Mark Jones wants to convey about Pain Medicine of the…
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Deep Community Roots With national level resources and local level customer service, Aspen Contracting is updating East Tennessee homes with quality and care Ask Kelly Judd, Sales Manager for Aspen Contracting, why his company towers…
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Crafting a Special Welcome Every home deserves a grand entrance, and Knoxville Door and Shutter is making that happen for homes across East Tennessee With a focus on adding a touch of luxury and individuality to a customer’s home,…
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