Researchers at Oak Ridge National Laboratory have received nine more R&D 100 awards, bringing their total to 173.
The awards, presented by R&D Magazine, recognize the top 100 innovations of the year and are sometimes referred to as the “Academy Awards of Science,” according to an ORNL press release.
Francelle J. Buckminster
Francelle J. Buckminster died on Sunday, June 17, at age 91 at Marietta, Ga.
Francelle Jarrard Buckminster was born December 5, 1920, in Hephzibah, Ga., and was the daughter of Clarence Clinton and Ada Martha Highsmith Jarrard.
The Young Professionals of Oak Ridge and the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce have invited the public to take part in a Cash Mob on Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It will take place at J&M Butcher Shop and Mickey’s Produce.
This Saturday, the Knoxville Zoo is offering a chance to experience its Close Encounters of the Wild Kind program. This summer program gives visitors the chance to take a behind-the-scenes tour and meet some “residents” at the Knoxville Zoo.
Gregory Alan Solands, “Zuski,” age 50, of Clinton, finished the race of life, Wednesday, June 20, at his residence. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather.
Greg was a member of Big Valley Open Door Church in Andersonville, where he was a Sunday school teacher and led Wednesday night Bible study. He enjoyed reading, gardening, and taking long strolls.
Antonio Japitana Vaughn
Antonio Japitana Vaughn, 57, of Powell, left this life to be with the Lord on Wednesday, June 20, at his home, surrounded by the love of his family.
Tony, as he was known to many, was born June 5, 1955, in Silay City, Philippines, to the late William Patton and Mercedes Japitana Vaughn.
The Oliver Springs Town Council voted Thursday 3-2, with one abstention, to offer the city manager job to Tina Treece of Rhea County, according to WYSH Radio in Clinton.
The town has been without a permanent city manager since earlier this year when David Bolling stepped down to accept a similar job in Maine.
Gov. Bill Haslam, fourth from left, joins local residents re-creating a famous ‘War Ends’ photograph in Jackson Square, but this time with an $800,000 state check for parking lots, sidewalks, benches, and bicycle racks.
A rejuvenation of the city’s original town center got a major boost Friday when Gov. Bill Haslam announced a $800,000 grant for parking lot and sidewalk construction in Jackson Square, as well as bicycle racks and benches.
“The Jackson Square project will further Oak Ridge’s efforts to enhance its historic downtown area and provide increased mobility and improved access to small businesses and cultural activities,” Haslam said.
The governor presented a $798,687 symbolic check to Oak Ridge Mayor Tom Beehan during a Friday morning ceremony.
The Y-12 National Security Complex shared one of 12 annual research and development awards given to National Nuclear Security Administration laboratories and production sites, federal officials announced this week.
The 2012 R&D 100 Awards were given out by R&D Magazine.
Johnny “Red” Lamar Hunt
Johnny “Red” Lamar Hunt, age 68, of Oak Ridge, passed away Tuesday, June 19, at his home after a brief illness.
He was born July 27, 1943, in Cleveland, Tenn., the son of James Lamar Hunt and Wynette Barnes Hunt. He and his family moved to Oak Ridge in 1944, where he spent most of his childhood. He moved back to the area in 1980.
Steven Garry McPeters
Steven Garry McPeters, age 29, a precious son, went home to be with the Lord, Tuesday, June 19, following an extended illness.
Steven was born, October 22, 1982, in Knoxville. He was a lifelong resident of Oliver Springs.
