Submitted by Carol Reese, Retired UT Extension Horticulture Expert Chinese wild ginger is a shining example of a tough and versatile ginger. If you are tired of groundcovers so ordinary that you do …

The Tennessee Department of Health is urging all Tennesseans who have not yet received a flu vaccine this flu season to get one as soon as possible. For the fourth consecutive year, Tennessee county …

By David Coy Sunrise Is there any detriment to being isolated by others in a person’s youth? I know of at least one example that it can be. If a youth seeks friendship with peers in their circle of …

An examination by the Tennessee Comptroller’s Office that was released on October 28 has revealed that Grove Primary Care Clinic, LLC did not accurately report information to the state when seeking …

Two Chester County Educators received grants from the Leaders Education Foundation. Chester County Teacher Mary Hicks, left photo, was awarded a $1,000 grant to provide Eagle Eye News with a good …

The Chester County Exchange Club- Carl Perkins Center for the Prevention of Child Abuse presents “A Field of Flags” during November. As a celebration of Veteran’s Day, this magnificent display …

The Chester County Commission will have their regular meeting on Monday, November 8. Mayor Hutcherson and the commissioners will discuss the following resolutions: a resolution amending and …

American Legion Davidson-Haltom Post 157 in Henderson will host a celebration ceremony on Veteran’s Day, Thursday, November 11th, at 11 AM in the Council Chambers on the 2nd floor of Henderson City …

Greetings from Deanburg! I hope everyone is well and happy this week. Sorry I did not make the deadline last week.  Our belated birthdays are Christina Collins Long on Oct. 29 and …

Good day to all! I hope it has been a good week for everyone. The wonderful sun was out on Sunday, and the skies are a beautiful blue with white puffy clouds. I am thankful for last week, but …

Hello from Enville! I hope everyone had a great week. This is the last week of Daylight Saving Time. It ends on Sunday, Nov. 7. Be sure to fall back one hour before going to be on Saturday, so you …

November is here. Already the fall colors are awakening, reminding us of the beauty all around us. What a perfect month to host Thanksgiving. I love this quote by Gladys Taber. “Some of the days in …

Greetings from Hickory Corner! Folks, it is time to fall back! Remember to set your clocks back before going to bed this Saturday, Nov. 7. Enjoy your extra hour of sleep, but remember our days will …

Sending out a Happy Veteran’s Day wish to all those that have served and continue to serve in our Armed Forces. I encourage all of you to reach out to a veteran you know and just say, “Thank you …

Rising crude oil prices likely to push pump prices higher again this week For the second week in a row, the Tennessee gas price average saw a double-digit increase week-over-week. Since last Monday, …

Dear Dave, I’m coming up on a transition phase in my life. I’ll be leaving the military soon, and I’ve been evaluating my living situation once I am out. My parents said I could live with them …

Submitted by Alice Clark Volunteer Coordinator and Horticulturist, UT Gardens, Knoxville Something about big flowers and foliage is so enticing to me. The first time I saw Magnolia macrophylla was at …

Academic study finds Tennessee lacking key tenants of a competitive electric market The University of Texas has released a national “Electric Competition Scorecard” in conjunction …

TDOT recognized 16 winners of the Keep Tennessee Beautiful Awards of Excellence Grant Competition on Sept. 22, presenting a total of $47,000 in grants to environmental leaders across the state. …