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Clinton Public Library has monthly computer lab for job seekers

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On the first Thursday of every month, the Clinton Public Library will have an open computer lab just for job seekers.

The first Job Seekers’ Lab will be held on Thursday, Jan. 2, from 2-3:30 p.m., a press release said. During that time, an instructor will be available to assist patrons with job searches, job applications, resumes, and cover letters.

The Clinton Public Library will also be hosting a free Computer Basics Class on Friday, Jan. 24, from 2-3:30 p.m. This class will teach a basic understanding of computer hardware and peripherals, Microsoft Office, Adobe Reader, the Internet, and search engines. There are only eight seats available for the Computer Basics Class. To reserve your seat, call the library at (865) 457-0519 or visit the library at 118 S. Hicks Street.

Sen. Corker completes Middle East trip with visits to Oman, Bahrain

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Sen. Bob Corker Meets with Tennessee Sailors and Marines

U.S. Sen. Bob Corker, a Tennessee Republican, meets with Tennessee sailors and marines deployed to Bahrain with the U.S. Fifth Fleet. (Submitted photos)

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MANAMA, Bahrain—U.S. Sen. Bob Corker, a Tennessee Republican and ranking member of the Foreign Relations Committee, completed a three-nation trip to the Middle East on Dec. 5 in Bahrain, where he continued to assess U.S. diplomatic and security relations in the Gulf region, a press release said.

After a visit with U.S. Ambassador Thomas C. Krajeski, he met with Crown Prince Sheikh Salman bin Hamad al Khalifa to discuss the state of U.S.-Bahrain relations and the Crown Prince’s ongoing efforts for political reform and stability amidst continued unrest.

“Bahrain is an important and longstanding U.S. ally, hosting the U.S. Fifth Fleet, which plays a significant role in regional stability and protecting the global flow of energy,” Corker said in a press release. “It is in our national interest to continue our strong military partnership, ensure the country remains stable, and encourage nonviolent reformers on both sides to continue to work together to achieve a political solution to Bahrain’s own internal problems.” [Read more…]

Oak Ridge native serving overseas: Soldiers compete in soccer exhibition

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U.S. Army Spc. Devin Chae Soccer Goalie

U.S. Army Spc. Devin Chae, an Oak Ridge native, makes a save during an exhibition soccer match between Multinational Battle Group-East soldiers and the Kosovo Security Force at the Training and Doctrine compound in Ferizaj, Dec. 20. (Credit for all photos: U.S. Army photos by Sgt. Joshua Stoffregen, 4th Public Affairs Detachment)

Kosovo Force (KFOR)

By Sgt. Joshua Stoffregen

FERIZAJ, Kosovo—Soldiers from Multinational Battle Group-East participated in an exhibition soccer match against members from the Kosovo Security Forces in Ferizaj, Dec. 20.

“We just had a friendly soccer match with the KSF at the Training and Doctrine Compound,” said U.S. Army Capt. Robert Schaffling, a staff officer with MNBG-E and a native of Philadelphia. “It was a (sociable) game of soccer, us versus them.”

Schaffling said that it was a good way to collaborate with the KSF and have a little fun instead of working all the time. [Read more…]

Leslie England joins TNBank as assistant VP

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Leslie England

Leslie England

Leslie England has joined TNBank as assistant vice president. Her responsibilities will include current customer development, new business initiatives, and marketing responsibilities, a press release said.

England has 15 years banking experience and a bachelor’s degree from Tusculum College, the release said.

She previously worked for more than a decade for Oak Ridge Utility District, where she was director of customer service and marketing and business development, and she has served on several local association boards.

“I am fortunate to be joining such a respected company that is community-oriented and offers top-quality banking products and services,” England said in the Thursday afternoon press release. [Read more…]

Andersonville fire displaces family on Christmas Eve

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Information from WYSH Radio

A Tuesday morning fire badly damaged an Andersonville family’s home.

The fire started around 5:30 a.m. off Hinds Creek Road near Norris Freeway. According to the Andersonville Volunteer Fire Department, no one was hurt in the fire that destroyed about half of the home.

Firefighters say the blaze started near the dryer in the utility room and that it was an electrical fire, but it is unclear exactly what started it. There were space heaters connected to an extension cord near where the fire started. [Read more…]

Pictures: Oak Ridge Christmas Parade

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Here are a few pictures of the Dec. 14 Christmas parade, courtesy of Ray Smith. To see more photos, visit Smith’s album on Google Plus.

 

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Clinton Christmas Parade winners announced

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Second Baptist Church Clinton Christmas Parade

The Clinton Christmas Parade, “A Christmas to Remember,” highlighted 92 entries on Saturday, Dec. 7, the largest to ever enter the parade.

Even though it was a cold and windy evening, a large crowd lined Market and Main streets to enjoy the hours of work on display in the floats, cars, trucks, and motorcycles, a press release said.

“Judges had their work cut out for them,” the release said. [Read more…]

ORNL Federal Credit Union employees, members sponsor 55 Angel Tree children

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ORNL Federal Credit Union and Angel Tree

Pictured above from left to right are Robert Langford, Silas Reynolds, and
Brian Cox of ORNL Federal Credit Union’s Facilities Department, and Jason Long, Oak Ridge branch manager. (Submitted photo)

Each year, employees and members of ORNL Federal Credit Union support the Family Resource Center’s Angel Tree program as one way to give back to the Oak Ridge community, and 2013 was no exception, a press release said.

“Our involvement in the Angel Tree program is truly one of the highlights of each year for many of our employees,” said Jason Long, Oak Ridge branch manager. “This year, we committed to sponsoring 55 children, and we were fortunate to have gifts donated for each and every one.” [Read more…]

Hospitality houses get decked in Christmas cheer by cheerleaders

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ORHS Cheerleaders Decorate Hospitality House

Cheerleaders from Oak Ridge High School helped to decorate the Hospitality Houses of Methodist Medical Center for Christmas. The houses offer temporary lodging to patients and families who must travel for extended care at Methodist, even during the holidays. (Submitted photo)

Cheerleaders from Oak Ridge High School decorated hospitality houses at Methodist Medical Center for Christmas.

The Hospitality Houses provide a home away from home for cancer patients and families who must travel for extended medical care at Methodist Medical Center.

“But just because some guests can’t be home during the holiday season doesn’t mean they have to miss the festive feel of garland-draped porches and trees glittering with lights,” a press release said. “Thanks to the Oak Ridge High School cheerleaders, the Hospitality Houses at Methodist Medical Center will be a welcoming Christmas site for all the guests who stay there.” [Read more…]

ACSD investigates home invasion report

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Information from WYSH Radio

The Anderson County Sheriff’s Department is investigating a home invasion robbery reported to them Thursday at a home on Queen Street in Powell.

The incident occurred at around 4 a.m. The suspects were reported to be wearing ski masks, and they allegedly demanded pain medication and money at gunpoint. The victim said that one of the culprits fired a weapon inside her the home before the suspects left with an undisclosed amount of cash.

No one was hurt in the incident.

Man killed trying to cross busy road

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Information from WYSH Radio

A 52-year-old Knoxville man was killed Saturday night while trying to cross Clinton Highway on foot.

The Knoxville Police Department said that Ricky Atchley had been trying to cross the highway near Tremont Drive at around 7:30 p.m. Saturday when he stepped into the path of a motorcycle ridden by 63-year-old Robert Chastain of Clinton.

Atchley died at the scene, while Chastain was taken to the University of Tennessee Medical Center for treatment of injuries described as non-life-threatening.

Clinton man among those honored for helping wounded vets

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Information from WYSH Radio

Josh Callihan of Maryville and Buzz Buffington of Clinton have been awarded regional honors by Project Healing Waters Fly Fishing for wounded and disabled veterans—Callihan as Tennessee Valley Region Participant of the Year and Buffington as Tennessee Valley Region Volunteer of the Year.

Both men have been active since the start of the year-old Knoxville Chapter of PHWFF, a nonprofit organization dedicated to the emotional and physical rehabilitation of wounded and disabled military veterans through fly fishing. [Read more…]