I like to think I that I am “good on my feet,” creative and adept when it comes to saying something nice, or reaffirming, when I think it might be helpful to another soul. The other day I came across an article during my morning reading entitled, “10 Insanely Nice Things You Can Say to Anybody,” and I read every one of them. Trust me, this is important stuff in a world that increasingly ... (click for more)

Who really believes that any of our elected officials listen to the citizens who elected them. The following is an automated response from Senator Corker and my reply.  I would like to think that I am not the only one who feels this way.  From:  " senator@corker.senate.gov " < senator@corker.senate.gov > To:   gtpope@bellsouth.net   ... (click for more)

The House of Representatives on Thursday night passed the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2013, and District 3 Congressman Chuck Fleischmann called it " a modest step toward reforming spending and setting our government on a more stable path." However, District 4 Congressman Scott DesJarlais was opposed. The bill passed 332-94. He said, "This agreement maintains sequester ... (click for more)

A man has been charged with domestic assault after a standoff Wednesday night with police. At approximately 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Chattanooga Police responded to a domestic violence call at 315 Tremont St.  It was reported that a man had physically assaulted a woman at that location.   Prior to officers' arrival, it was reported that the suspect fired a single ... (click for more)

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. - Tennessee's Marquez North and Cameron Sutton were named to the All-SEC Freshman team on Thursday. Sutton is the third consecutive Tennessee defensive back to earn the honor while North marks the first Tennessee wide receiver to do so since Justin Hunter in 2010. Sutton had a standout season in his inaugural campaign on Rocky Top. The Jonesboro, ... (click for more)

Today is a good day to check the college football “coaching carousel” to see who is jumping from one job to another, as well as see who may be ready to jump. At Texas, Mack Brown’s days are numbered and he is expected to step down any day now and accept a fundraising position at the University of Texas. The opening for the Longhorns has been drawing plenty of speculation for more ... (click for more)