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May 1: Gov. Lee issues guidance on re-opening churches

By Echo Day on May 1, 2020

Today, the Governor’s Office of Faith-Based and Community Initiatives released guidance for faith communities on gathering together in houses of worship. “Tennessee’s faith leaders have been incredibly innovative in finding alternative ways to worship that incorporate social distancing so they can continue to provide spiritual guidance, fellowship, and service to their … [Read more...] about May 1: Gov. Lee issues guidance on re-opening churches

Salons and spas will remain closed through May – and here’s what else will stay closed in the latest executive order

By Echo Day on April 28, 2020

Salons, spas and barbershops will remain until after May 29, Gov. Bill Lee ordered Tuesday through Executive Order No. 30. These close-contact businesses – along with gyms, fitness centers, tattoo shops and massage therapy establishments – were closed on March 22 after an emergency declaration on the local and state levels. During a virtual town hall call hosted by Senator … [Read more...] about Salons and spas will remain closed through May – and here’s what else will stay closed in the latest executive order

Black History Month: Dexter Moragne finds home at St. Luke

By Jeff Ireland on February 11, 2016

When Dexter Moragne was 23 years old, a friend of his arranged for him to serve as a guest pastor at St. Luke Baptist Church in Covington. Growing up in South Memphis, Moragne was a city guy. Coming to speak at a rural church and seeing how they did things was an eye-opening experience. "It was a culture shock from a city church to a rural church," says Moragne. "I said, … [Read more...] about Black History Month: Dexter Moragne finds home at St. Luke

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Brighton High fishing duo will compete for national title next month

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