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Reuben C. Haynes, Lifelong Rutherford County Resident, Passes Away at 79

Haynes served in the Vietnam War and was a member of Cedar Grove United Methodist Church.

Linda Schoeller, 81, Passes Away

Beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother remembered for her devotion to family and charitable giving.

Cheryl Lynn (Meuir) Riley, Longtime Tuckerman Teacher, Dies at 70

Riley spent over two decades teaching English at Tuckerman High School before retiring in 2021.

Clarksville Resident Sharon Lee Hyde Dies at 78

Hyde worked as an education assistant in the Clarksville Montgomery School System before retiring.

Local Author Finds Humor in Comparisons to Kathy Lee Gifford

Franklin, TN writer reflects on the ups and downs of building a writing career

Beloved Columbia Pastor Milton Paul Raines Dies at 81

Raines, known for his spirited nature and unwavering faith, leaves behind a legacy of service and love.

Clarksville Resident Henry Knake, III Dies at 76

First Sergeant (Ret.) served 20 years in the U.S. Army, including three tours in Vietnam

Surgoinsville Library Honors Local Artist Charles Grow

Exhibit features work from former Marine combat artist and museum curator

United Way of Greater Kingsport Celebrates Annual Meeting

Organization reflects on year of impact, honors volunteers, and transitions leadership

Longtime Moose Lodge Member Ralph Freeman Dies at 84

Freeman, a retiree from Western Auto and Oil Express, was active in the Loyal Order of the Moose and Elks Lodge.

Johnson City Press to Pause Publication for Presidents' Day

Local newspaper will not print on federal holiday

Ronald D. Waddle, Longtime Tennessee Titans Suite Attendant, Dies at 75

Waddle spent nearly two decades serving the Titans ownership family and worked at two Super Bowls.

Longtime GM Worker Keith Wells Dies at 67

Wells, a Columbia, Tennessee resident, was known for his love of the outdoors and willingness to help others.

John Rogers Dabbs, 78, Passes Away

Longtime Tennessee resident and world traveler dies after long-term complications from a Traumatic Brain Injury.

Lifelong Outdoorsman Wayne Steele Darling Dies at 79

Darling, a Vermont resident for over 50 years, was remembered for his deep reverence for nature and commitment to physical fitness.

Beloved Chattanooga Educator Carole Cooper Thomas Passes Away at 77

Carole Thomas dedicated over 30 years to teaching at local middle and high schools.

MOAA Grant Supports Veteran Recovery in Hamilton County, TN

Funding provides essential services to veterans in the Hamilton County Veterans Treatment Court program.

Longtime Tennessee Resident Gary Anderson Dies at 91

Anderson was a devoted family man, person of faith, and lifelong aviation enthusiast.

Book Ball Celebrates Stories and Community

Friends of the Library host inaugural costume party to support library programs

Record-Breaking Polar Plunge Raises Over $31,000 for Special Olympics in Union City

The 15th annual event saw over 70 participants dive into cold water to support local athletes.