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Civil War relics focus of Pigeon Forge show
Published 08/13/2010 at 6:01 p.m.
Here's a reality show for you: authentic Civil War relics by the table load. If you have ever wondered about the shape, size, history or use of a Civil War bullet, bayonet, rifle, sword, hat or uniform, the Sons of ...
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PBS's Wes Cowan likes connecting big events to the families who were there
Published 02/21/2010 at midnight
Wes Cowan, one of the hosts for the popular Public Broadcasting television series "History Detectives," is scheduled to emcee East Tennessee Public Television's inaugural Be More Awards. The awards ceremony is set for Thursday, Feb. 25, at 11:30 a.m. at ...
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Hundreds gather for farewell to famous moonshiner "Popcorn" Sutton
Published 10/25/2009 at midnight
DANDRIDGE - Marvin "Popcorn" Sutton was one for the books.
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Four-week celebration recognizes Agee's contributions to literature and film
Published 10/16/2009 at 5:25 p.m.
James Agee, in an undated photo in News Sentinel files
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Hundreds turn out to bid ‘Heartland’ goodbye
Updated 08/08/2009 at 5:25 p.m.
NORRIS — The swell of public support and appreciation was so great today it left Heartland Series host Bill Landry feeling a bit overwhelmed.
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Toasting a legend: Multimedia project remembers moonshiner Popcorn Sutton
Published 05/17/2009 at midnight
Marvin "Popcorn" Sutton was a pistol. He also carried one. A legend of Appalachian moonshine-making, Sutton was a mountain man in looks and attitude who practiced his "craft" from early childhood until his suicide March 16.
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Sister: Childhood home made Cormac McCarthy
Published 01/29/2009 at midnight
<I>He felt with his thumb in the painted wood of the mantle the pinholes from tacks that had held stockings forty years ago.</I> - Cormac McCarthy, from "The Road"
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Linking people to land : Nature preserves serve to connect city
Published 03/30/2008 at midnight
Just as Knoxville was a major player on the frontier in westward expansion, the city today stands as a center for a wide range of outdoor activities, including fishing, hiking, walking, biking, and the simpler joys of bird watching.
