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WORKING MAN — Howard Woods of Georgetown did what he could as a teenager to make it in a world where formal education was not a perfect fit for him, but hard work came as second nature.
The self-education of Howard Woods
Having the intelligence not to let a lack of schooling interfere with his success, Howard Woods of Georgetown became as close to a self-made man as most people will ever meet. When he was attending...
Feb 23, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
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LADY DIEDRA — DieDra Hurdle is singing the blues and garnering national attention with her award-winning R&B music that has audiences on their feet and dancing to her soulful beats. She performs live at the Chattanooga Billiards Club on Jordan Drive in Chattanooga Saturday at 8 p.m.
Lady sings the blues: Meet recording artist DieDra
From her earliest singing career as an 8-year-old in a family gospel choir to opening shows for soul-singing legends Al Green, Betty Wright and Denise Laselle, R&B artist DieDra has been bringing d...
Feb 16, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 13 13 recommendations | email to a friend
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BEHIND THE SCENES — Claudia Hoffer isn’t often in photographs because she is usually the one behind the lens. While capturing some surf and sand pictures on spring break, below, a photo was taken of her doing what she loves.
Claudia Hoffer: On a quest to see the world
Some may find it interesting that Claudia Nicole Hoffer was born in Cleveland, Ohio, but raised in Cleveland, Tennessee. Her father’s acceptance of a new job brought the family to the place she has...
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MENDING A BROKEN HEART — Teresa Shull, a counselor at Hiwassee Mental Health, said failed relationships can cause heartbreak and tremendous stress on individuals. She offers advice on how to cope with a broken heart.
On Valentine’s Day: Hope for broken hearts
Broken hearts devastate people, especially on Valentine’s Day and other holidays. Still, there are ways to heal the lonely wounds.
Feb 13, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 9 9 recommendations | email to a friend
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EVERLASTING LOVE — Charles and Shirley Hawkins will celebrate 60 years of bliss April 2. The couple cite having God in their lives, laughing together and seeing life together as important ingredients to a long and happy marriage. Banner photo, WILLIAM WRIGHT
How to make a marriage last: Local couples share secrets to decades of happiness
Many couples wishing for a special day of romance on Feb. 14 may also enjoy knowing the secret to a lifelong relationship filled with love and happiness.
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FAMILY TIES — Brenda Porter, left, and Breandra Porter, right, celebrate their recent mother-daughter graduation with degrees in medical assisting from Miller-Motte Technical College in Chattanooga. Photo by DAVID DAVIS
Mother, daughter celebrate college journey together
Mother and daughter college graduates Brenda and Breandra Porter, like many students, had to balance their coursework with other things going on in their lives, only they did so together — as a fam...
Feb 09, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 5 5 recommendations | email to a friend
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DISABLED YET WILLING AND ABLE — Mike Crittenden’s tragic fall became an opportunity for redemption, according to the courageous hunter who said he turned his life over to the Lord. “When all is said and done I’d like people to remember me as someone who tried to share the Lord with them, made them smile and could say, ‘I see the Lord in him,’” said Crittenden, author of the new book, “I Didn’t Have To Stay.” Photo by WILLIAM WRIGHT
Surviving a life-changing fall: Accident that nearly brought death brought new life to local hunter
Wildlife hunter Mike Crittenden was falling head-first out of a tall tree to the ground below, and nothing could save him. The devastating fall rendered him a quadriplegic. But Crittenden insists t...
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VINDIMA GIRL IS LAUNCHED — Machelle McCulley created her own makeup and beauty line, “VindiMa Girl,” when she decided she wanted to walk into retail stores and see her own makeup line on the shelves. It was easy for the inventor who says she enjoys being a “girly-girl.” Banner photo, MELISSA SNYDER
Machelle McCulley designs beauty line
Local makeup artist creates ‘VindiMa Girl’
Feb 06, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 7 7 recommendations | email to a friend
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THE MUSIC MAN — Jack Clark has been hailed a humorous, virtuoso pianist who had the privilege of playing with the best and entertaining the rest with his gifted hands. The 76-year-old musician has been playing the piano at Westwood Baptist Church for the past 43 years after touring with some of the most well-known quartet groups in gospel music.
Jack Clark: Playing songs in the key of life
His first public performance on the piano came at age 8 during a Sunday night service at Shady Springs Community Church.
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OUT ON DVD — Actor, writer and producer Joshua Wade said he is excited about the nationwide release of his film, “Farm Girl in New York,” in which he co-stars. The former Cleveland resident said he hopes his fans and local supporters will enjoy his screwball romantic comedy now on sale. Wade performed in several theatricals, including “The Fantastics” before co-starring in his latest film.
Romantic comedy on DVD stars local actor Joshua Wade
An exciting new romantic comedy, “Farm Girl in New York,” co-starring former Cleveland resident Joshua Wade Miller, was released nationwide just in time for Valentine’s Day. The acclaimed independe...
Feb 02, 2011 | 0 0 comments | 12 12 recommendations | email to a friend
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