We spent a couple of days recently babysitting for two of our grandsons while their parents took a much-needed getaway. It was fun, but also tiring as we monitored their non-stop antics. It also served as a good reminder that humans, no matter how small, don’t need to be taught the importance of “Me.” Whether it’s actually buried somewhere deep in our DNA, I don’t know, but ... (click for more)

Micah Fries has stepped down as senior pastor of Brainerd Baptist Church. He said he "looks forward to spending more time with my family and the Lord, and anticipating what God has next for our family." Prior to serving at Brainerd, he served at LifeWay Christian Resources. He has also served as a senior pastor in Missouri and an international church planter in Burkina Faso, ... (click for more)

The Chattanooga Airport will welcome nonstop United Express flights, operated by SkyWest Airlines, to Houston beginning Thursday, Oct. 1. The creation of Chattanooga's second direct flight to Texas will establish a gateway to hundreds of domestic and international destinations offered at George Bush Intercontinental Airport, officials said. In addition to the Houston flight, ... (click for more)

The Tennessee Legislature in special session on Wednesday passed a bill that makes it a felony to stay overnight on state property. The punishment for the Class E felony would be up to six years in prison. Those who are arrested under the new law would have to spend at least 12 hours in jail without bond. Camping is defined as laying down a blanket, sleeping bag or other ... (click for more)

The COVID-19 pandemic has changed almost everything. But there are a few exceptions. One exception is how easy it still is for a company to get a Payment-in-Lieu-of-Tax (PILOT) Agreement from Hamilton County. On Wednesday at the Hamilton County Commission agenda meeting, commissioners and the county mayor appeared enthusiastic about approving a property tax break for Southern ... (click for more)

If you were to poll the most travelled among us, Portland, Ore., would be among the finalists on every list as “The Most Beautiful City” in the United States. Yet, today, it is a run-away choice as the ugliest in America. For over two-and-half months the state capital has unwillingly hosted a full-fledged riot almost every night. Two weeks ago, the city’s now-despicable mayor, leftist ... (click for more)