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Joseph Clayton “J.C.” Gilpin, 90
Joseph Clayton “J.C.” Gilpin, age 90, of Harrogate, TN went Home to be with the Lord on July 22, 2024. He was born March 17, 1934 in Ewing, VA to the late Garrett and Ora (Wells) Gilpin. At the age of 21, he married Jewell (Yeary) Gilpin, a marriage lasting 67 years, until her death […] The post Joseph Clayton “J.C.” Gilpin, 90 appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Panthers host Middlesboro for 7-on-7 scrimmage
The Cumberland Gap Panthers and new head coach Nick Nash hosted the Middlesboro Yellow Jackets for a 7-on-7 scrimmage last Thursday. The Panthers will open the regular season on Friday, August 23 at home against Cosby. (Photos by Jay Compton) The post Panthers host Middlesboro for 7-on-7 scrimmage appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Financial Focus: How strong is your emergency fund?
By Marc Trantham Columnist You can’t predict financial emergencies — but you can prepare for them. To do that, you can build an emergency fund to pay for unexpected expenses, some of which may be sizable. Without one, you might be forced to dip into your investments, possibly including your retirement accounts, such as your […] The post Financial Focus: How strong is your emergency fund? appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Dave Says: When you know better, do better
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, I’ve made a lot of stupid money mistakes in the past. Even though I finally paid off six figures in debt a few years ago and am in control of my finances for the first time in my life, I’m having a hard time forgiving myself for all […] The post Dave Says: When you know better, do better appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Rev. Paul Thomas Collingsworth, 89
Rev. Paul Thomas Collingsworth, age 89, was born Dec. 17, 1934 and departed this life on Sunday, July 21, 2024. He was saved at an early age and was a lifelong, faithful member of Pleasant View Missionary Baptist Church. Paul was ordained on Feb. 3, 1973 and devoted his life preaching God’s word. He pastored […] The post Rev. Paul Thomas Collingsworth, 89 appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Cumberland Gap hosts Tri-State Outdoors Fest
The Town of Cumberland Gap hosted the third annual Tri-State Outdoors Fest on Saturday. It was a day filled with outdoor excitement kicked off with the Blood, Sweat & Beers 5K and included representatives from local parks and outdoor agencies were on hand to share information on guided hikes, kayaking, caving, backpacking boating, ziplining and […] The post Cumberland Gap hosts Tri-State Outdoors Fest appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Tennessee again claims record 2023 tourism spending in commissioned report
By Jon Styff The Center Square The Tennessee Department of Tourism Development again claimed the state had a record amount of visitor spending in 2023 based on numbers in a commissioned report from marketing firm Tourism Economics. Each year, state tourism departments, including Tennessee, pay the firm and it produces numbers those departments then use […] The post Tennessee again claims record 2023 tourism spending in commissioned report appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Holland: The church equips Christians for ministry
By Billy Holland Columnist I’ve been in church all my life and I know people who believe that attending an assembly fulfills the majority of their Christian obligations. Somewhere down through the centuries the idea of the Ekklesia being a boot-camp to train soldiers and a school to teach disciples how to engage in spiritual […] The post Holland: The church equips Christians for ministry appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Upcoming Back to School giveaways
The Wilderness Road Kiwanis will present their annual Back to School Bash on Saturday, July 27, 2024 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Festival Park in Cumberland Gap. There will be backpacks and books given away, face painting, concessions and games. For more information call 423-869-2444 On Saturday, August 3 The Realty Group, Preferred […] The post Upcoming Back to School giveaways appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
American Red Cross says blood donors are needed
Kentucky Today With August quickly approaching, the American Red Cross urges donors to give blood or platelets now to reinforce the blood supply as much as possible before the summer winds down. Type O blood donors and those giving platelets are especially needed to help keep hospital shelves stocked through August. Donors remain critically needed […] The post American Red Cross says blood donors are needed appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Godbey: Why do people my age look old besides me
By Jack Godbey Columnist I’ve been doing everything in my power to keep cool these past few weeks with it being hotter than nine shades of hell outside. There were a few times that it was so hot, I considered pulling off my clothes and going down to the park and running through the splash […] The post Godbey: Why do people my age look old besides me appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Sheriff’s Department warns of phone scam
The Claiborne County Sheriff’s Department is warning the county’s residents of a scam call going around. “We have received several calls from Claiborne County residents stating they got a call from someone claiming to be an employee of the Sheriff’s Office. This person is claiming that you have a warrant for your arrest and if […] The post Sheriff’s Department warns of phone scam appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Suspected Johnson City serial rapist Sean Williams faces first trial on escape charges
By Anita Wadhwani Tennessee Lookout Sean Williams, a former Johnson City businessman linked to scores of suspected sexual assaults, is expected to face his first trial Tuesday in a federal court in Greenville. Williams, 52, will stand trial on charges related to his attempted escapes from custody — among the lowest level of alleged offenses […] The post Suspected Johnson City serial rapist Sean Williams faces first trial on escape charges appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Report: Tennessee among top states with people in financial distress
By J.D. Davidson The Center Square More people in Tennessee face financial distress than in nearly every other state, according to a new report. The study by the personal finance website WalletHub, a commercial finance website, compared the states across nine metrics. Included were the average credit score, change in number of bankruptcy filings between […] The post Report: Tennessee among top states with people in financial distress appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Financial Focus: How to choose a successor for your business
By Marc Trantham Columnist As a business owner, you’ve always got a lot to think about today — but what about tomorrow? Have you thought about whom you would like to see as your successor? If you haven’t, you’re not alone. Of the business owners who have created a succession plan, about 70% have named […] The post Financial Focus: How to choose a successor for your business appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Dave Says: Right heart, wrong actions
By Dave Ramsey Syndicated Columnist Dear Dave, I’m beginning to feel some bitterness and resentment towards my parents for their recent decisions and financial irresponsibility. Fifteen years ago, while I was still in school, they left good-paying jobs to enter the ministry. They both took pay cuts when they made this decision, and they’ve been […] The post Dave Says: Right heart, wrong actions appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Access changes to North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has announced access changes to a portion of North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area (NCWMA). Due to new property ownership, the area known as Titus Creek will no longer be open year-round, nor will it continue to be a travel route to old Highway 63. NCWMA staff have been able to […] The post Access changes to North Cumberland Wildlife Management Area appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Beacon poll: Stop local governments from hiring contract lobbyists
By Jon Styff The Center Square It’s not clear how many people are or were aware of the process of local governments hiring contract lobbyists to lobby the state and federal government. But a new Beacon Center poll makes it clear that taxpayers are against the practice. Only 5% of likely voters support the practice, […] The post Beacon poll: Stop local governments from hiring contract lobbyists appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Holland: God is an ever-present help in trouble
By Billy Holland Columnist On September 25, 2000, two years after being diagnosed with bipolar disorder, 19-year-old Kevin Hines in a state of chaos and despair, attempted to commit suicide by jumping off the Golden Gate Bridge. He fell more than 220 feet to the freezing dark waters of the Pacific Ocean, slamming into it […] The post Holland: God is an ever-present help in trouble appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Tazewell man among those sentenced for operating pill mills in Tennessee and Florida
On Monday, July 8, 2024, 63-year-old Clyde Christopher Tipton, of Tazewell, Tennessee, was sentenced to 50 months in prison by the Honorable Thomas A. Varlan, United States District Judge for the United States District Court for the Eastern District of Tennessee at Knoxville. He was the final defendant to be sentenced in a sprawling pill […] The post Tazewell man among those sentenced for operating pill mills in Tennessee and Florida appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
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