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World War II veteran recounts tireless dedication, service
Russell Pickett does not want to be called a hero. He also says the 13 medals he received from his time in the Army during World War II don’t mean that much to him because the real heroes are the ones buried where they died during battle.
Pickett started his service with the beginning invasion during the Battle of Normandy, and was the only Tennessean in the first wave assault. During the first 30 minutes of this battle, 96 percent of his company were casualties, and half of that were fatalities. The remaining percent were left to fight the horrible and tragic battle that ensued.
Powerful detection noses visit the K-9 unit during trials
The average dog has 120 to 220 million cells in their nose compared to a human’s five million cells. That means a dog’s sense of smell is about 50 to 100 times more powerful than ours, and makes them a very valuable ally for sniffing out odors we couldn’t even imagine detecting.
50 years ago...
What was happening in Chattanooga in 1960
Saturday, December 3
A Christmas seal cross, described as the “world’s largest,” will be formed by window lights in the Volunteer Building beginning Monday night, Dec. 5, Walter H. Stamper, Christmas seal chairman for the Hamilton County Tuberculosis Association, announced.
Under Analysis
The uncompared
It is December of 2010. The years have passed. It is inarguable that I am older than the majority of attorneys I run into in the courthouse. I cannot dispute I have more years than those sitting across the closing table these days.
Still, generally, I remain adept at vanquishing any thought that I may actually be “old” from my brain. Recently, however, that skill has been stretched to its breaking point. I blame the apparent break down of the law of comparisons in the modern era for this travesty.
Read all about it...
Whatever happened to “hog killin’” weather?
The other day while leaving the bank, another gentleman around the same age as myself commented about how cold the north wind was coming around the corner and said, “I guess it’s about hog killin’ time isn’t it?”
Actually he said, “ain’t it” instead of “isn’t it,” but I didn’t want the wrath of all my English major friends and their losing interest in what I’m about to say in the very first paragraph.
Southern Style
The Christmas rush
Well, the rush is on again to fill all those red stockings hanging above the glow of the fireplace on the oak mantle and to pile up the lavishly wrapped boxes underneath the silver shining evergreen limbs of the Christmas tree.
I just don’t know how we make it through this process each and every year. Especially as we realize that there are so many gifts yet to buy at the end of our money.
Case Digests: Tennesse Court of Appeals Syllabus
Jeremy Paul Hopkins v. Bradley County, Tennessee, et al.
Bradley County – Plaintiff was incarcerated in jail on an arrest warrant that authorized bail of $1,500, which defendants failed to honor until the elapse of a 12-hour period. The trial judge held the defendants violated the statute governing the arrest warrant, and that the violation amounted to a constitutional violation entitling the plaintiff to damages. We granted an interlocutory appeal on these two rulings by the trial judge. We uphold the trial judge’s determination that the defendants violated the statute by holding plaintiff for 12 hours before allowing bond, but reverse the trial court’s holding that plaintiff’s constitutional rights were violated and remand the case to the trial court.
Are we there yet?
The kid from Philadelphia (Part 2)
Marcus Dupree had finished his freshman year as an Oklahoma Sooner and headed back to his home in Philadelphia, Miss., to spend Christmas with his family. It was a welcome relief for the 18-year old phenomenon who was already being called the best running back that ever was.
I Swear...
Cat-lapping mystery solved
Roman Stocker was hardly a household name before the Nov. 11 issue of Science came out.
According to the Massa-chusetts Institute of Technology Web site, Stocker is an Associate Professor in the Environmental Microfluidics Group of MIT’s Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. A mouthful, that’s what his title is (but wait till you get to his associates’).
River City Roundabout
The Piano Men
Music is a rapidly evolving life form, and brings with it a bevy of changing sounds, fashion styles and sometimes “what was I thinking?” moments upon looking back at a previous era of musical influence. While it’s uncertain now if Justin Bieber will rack up as many awards in 20 years as he does these days, the musical world knows that some artists will consistently provide the goods year after year no matter what hair “do’s” are happening at the time.
The Bookworm
“Dharma Road”
The roads are filled with idiots.
People cut you off all the time, as if your car is invisible. They drive too slow or too fast, cruise along leisurely in the left lane, and don’t use turn signals. Tailgating is common, as is the tendency to brake hard for no apparent reason, running red lights, sitting at green lights and turning illegally.
WTCI’s effect extends with educational, community storytelling
Paul Grove, the president of WTCI, says when he was in commercial television, he was disillusioned about some programs for their lack of inspiration or educational value.
Now with PBS and WTCI, Grove feels proud to say he works in a place where family values are on the forefront and their mission as the community’s storyteller and educator is something everyone can get behind.
Burns Tobacconist works to be a bright spot in a dim economy
One man asks another, “How many cigars do you smoke a day?”
“One,” the second man replies.
“Bull.”
“After another!”
The two men laugh and take deep drags from their cigars. As they exhale, big puffs of white smoke drift toward the ceiling and fill the cigar shop with a rich, mellow aroma. The gentlemen ease back in barbershop chairs and turn their attention toward ESPN, occasionally offering their opinion on pro sports but steering clear of conversation about work or family.
Realtor shares her love and experience of selling homes
Without a moment’s hesitation, Ann Dendy will tell you what she loves about her life. With this type of readiness some would call Dendy assertive; others have named her the most professional Realtor of her office and the “Dendy manner” is one that has put her ahead as a consistent multi-million dollar producer, sales agent of the year for her North Georgia office for six years and named her listing agent of the year in 2009.
Title attorney takes care of his own during bad economy
In times of economic stress, businesses understandably have to make difficult decisions. Since the economy started its slippery slide in 2008, hundreds of thousands of employees across the U.S. have been victims of those hard choices. But not the people who work for Ray Fox, owner of First Title on Carter Street. Although his business is facing the same challenges as other companies, he’s held on to his staff with a stubborn grip.
Real Estate Facts
It all adds up
As you search and tour homes that appeal to you, how can you be sure that the asking prices are in line with current values? Begin by asking your real estate agent to collect comparables and prepare a Comparative Market Analysis (CMA). This report indicates market trends by showing whether similar homes in the area are selling for above or below the asking price of the home(s) you’ve selected.
Kay's Cooking Corner
Christmas Family Celebrations Timeless Traditions
This is an article I wrote several years back, but it is one of my favorites. If you have read it before, I hope it is one of yours also. If you haven’t I hope you enjoy it.
I remember growing up in Black Forest, Colorado with my parents, brother and sisters, and my grandparents on my dad’s side. It was quite a houseful, but it really didn’t matter. We were all happy and we all have fond memories that we share with each other quite often.
The Critic's Corner
“Unstoppable”
Everyone has had his or her share of “oops” moments on the job. On occasion, I’ve re-read something I’ve written after it’s been printed and noticed a typo or misspelled word. While that’s annoying, it’s not earth shattering. But when a train engineer in “Unstoppable” exits his train to correctly line a switch, mistakenly believing he’s properly set the train’s dynamic braking system, he essentially launches a missile at an oncoming locomotive packed with school kids.
Coach's Corner
Nine categories of professional service and value
It is essential for a Champion Agent to operate on a solid platform from which to train their buyer’s agents. My belief has always been that a Champion Agent works predominantly with sellers. However, they must acquire the skills to work with buyer leads first, so they can select only the cream of the crop of prospects. That enables them to create a high profit, even from a buyer.
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