by Mike Steely | May 29, 2018 | Columnist, Steely
By Mike Steely Next time you’re in Northern Florida, whether it’s for a UT game in Gainesville, or if you’re passing through on the way to Disney, there’s a Day Away side trip that’s free and interesting. If you’re into military history or the ministry, there are two...
by Steve Williams | May 29, 2018 | Columnist, Williams
Teddy Williams named ‘honorary guest coach’ By Steve Williams There’s no telling how many Halls High School football players Teddy Williams coached over the years. Oh, he didn’t coach them when they were actually playing on the high school team. But he played a big...
by Steve Hunley | May 28, 2018 | Columnist, Hunley, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Steve Hunley The Disparities in Educational Outcomes Committee met recently at Fulton High School. Much of this has to do with implementing restorative justice in the drive to decriminalize certain behaviors. The policy originated with the Obama...
by Ray Hill | May 28, 2018 | Columnist, Hill, Stories In This Week's Focus:
By Ray Hill Austin Peay had won election as Tennessee’s governor in 1922 and had been reelected to another two-year term in 1924 with only nominal opposition. In seeking a third term in 1926, Peay faced a significant obstacle in State Treasurer Hill McAlister. ...
by design | May 21, 2018 | Columnist, Ferguson
By Dr. Jim Ferguson A friend and fellow wordsmith introduced me to a new word last week. Apparently in Sweden it has become the rage to pick up garbage along the roadside as you jog. This is called “plogging,” even though Mr. Webster has yet to recognize this...
by design | May 21, 2018 | Columnist, Moore
By Rosie Moore Mother’s Day is over but it behooves the sons and daughters to remember to love, honor, and respect our mothers every day of the year. Mother and Daughter banquets were held in churches across the country a few days before Mother’s Day. Halls Crossroads...
