Steve Wildsmith

Primary Players demonstrate 'wizardry' of thespians several times their age

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jan 15, 2020
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Jan. 16, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

Golden Globes speech a water cooler moment that lacks context

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jan 8, 2020
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Former Daily Times Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Jan. 9, 2020.

Steve Wildsmith

Second annual 'Hijacked' seminar set for Friday at First UMC Maryville

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jan 5, 2020
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Jan. 6, 2020.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Out with the old, in with the new — A perspective on the changing of the year

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jan 1, 2020
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Jan. 2, 2020.

Steve Wildsmith

A daughter turns 2: Reflections on what it means to raise a strong woman

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Dec 25, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: A Christmas Eve anniversary pales in comparison to the light of recovery

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Dec 22, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction and recovery column for Monday, Dec. 23, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Sounds of the season — Breaking down R.B. Morris' 'A Winter's Tale'

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Dec 18, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Dec. 19, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

Remembering a man who contributed magic to so many childhoods

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Dec 11, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Dec. 12, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

Acceptance of addiction as a disease helps Blount County's recovery resources to succeed

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Dec 8, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Dec. 9, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

A rocky start gives way to wild times for this 'Lost Boy'

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Dec 4, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Dec. 5, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: A harsh reminder to share love and support with the living

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Nov 27, 2019
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Former Daily Times Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Nov. 28, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

Overdose memorial tree dedication set for Saturday at Justice Center

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Nov 24, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Nov. 25, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: The Skywalker saga may be ending, but 'Star Wars' will live on

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Nov 20, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Nov. 21, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: On Yeezus, Jesus and that hazy place where gimmick and sincerity cross paths

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Nov 13, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Nov. 14, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Our lust for convenience blinds us to the necessary hard work

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Nov 10, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Nov. 11, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: The Common Creatures build pop-rock gems from a foundation of teamwork

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Nov 6, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Nov. 7, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: A confession, a lesson and a reminder: Blackface is never cool

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 30, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Oct. 31, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Early holiday planning can help recovering addicts and loved ones avoid stress

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 27, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Oct. 28, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Roscoe Morgan to revisit 'Streets of Cincinnati' at Saturday show

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 23, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Oct. 24, 2019, on local picker Roscoe Morgan.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Bicentennial Homecoming Choir concert a good opportunity to get to know MC

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 16, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Oct. 17, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: An addict's lament can be a painful but necessary read

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 13, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Oct. 14, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Don't begrudge the kids for wanting to make a difference

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 8, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Oct. 10, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Past, present and future collide at annual Mississippi family reunion

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Oct 2, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Oct. 3, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: The death of a 'sister' is a staggering loss for local recovery community

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 29, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Sept. 30, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: 'Rocky Top, you'll always be' great ... but it's time for an update

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 25, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Sept. 26, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Blount's own 'Hellcat Harlowe' plans on going out with a bang

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 18, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: In recovery, we discover that hope is a thing with feathers

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 15, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction and recovery column for Monday, Sept. 16, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: All the big names once started out as struggling musicians

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 11, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Sept. 12, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Pale Root offers an intimate vibe for tonight's 'Brook' performance

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 4, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column about Pale Root, performing tonight (Sept. 5) at the "Songs By the Brook" series in Alcoa.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Overdose vigil a reminder of the important things in life

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Sep 1, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction and recovery column for Monday, Sept. 2, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Love conquers hate at inaugural Blount Pride event

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Aug 28, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Aug. 29, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Malcolm Holcombe brings a visceral voice to 'Brook' series

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Aug 21, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Romance in early recovery can be a stumbling block

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Aug 18, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, Aug. 19, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: iFFy may be on tap for Second Bell, but his creator eyes bigger projects

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Aug 14, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, Aug. 15, 2019: Wil Wright, a.k.a. LiL iFFy, is exploring "Hookland."

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Tragedies serve as a reminder of the lives we should be living to the fullest

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Aug 7, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Aug. 8, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: The Serenity Prayer a useful tool for addicts and non-addicts alike

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Aug 4, 2019
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Former Daily Times Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction and recovery column for Monday, Aug. 5, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: It was the best of times, it was the worst of times

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jul 31, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, Aug. 1, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Singer-songwriter Jedd Hughes heads 'West' on latest release

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jul 24, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, July 25, 2019.

Community

JUST FOR TODAY: Tennessee sad outlier in overdose epidemic

Jul 21, 2019
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Glum news for the Volunteer State was released last week by the federal Centers for Disease Control and Prevention: Despite a decline in overdose deaths in surrounding states, Tennessee’s continued to rise in 2018.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Songwriter-turned-pastor Mark Wagner embraces acceptance and love

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jul 17, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, July 18, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

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Jul 16, 2019
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Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: East Tennessee ties to 'Stranger Things?' Maybe, but Maryville ties? Definitely

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jul 10, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, July 11, 2019: "Stranger Things" has ties to Blount County!

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Rockford father turns grief over daughter's loss into a book of healing

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jul 7, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, July 8, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: America: Beautiful, indeed, to those who are dying to get here

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jul 3, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's personal column for Thursday, July 4, 2019.

Entertainment

WILDSMITH: Couple at the heart of Bark howl at the void on latest effort

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jun 26, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column on the power duo Bark for the June 27 edition.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Pride a time to remember LGBT community's addiction problems

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jun 23, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction and recovery column for Monday, June 24, 2019.

Entertainment

WILDSMITH: Deconbrio recalibrates its aesthetic for Saturday's PrideFest performance

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jun 19, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, June 20, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

REVIEW: Wilco show no signs of rust after its 19 month hiatus

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jun 12, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith reviews night one of Wilco's recent two-night stand at The Bijou Theatre in downtown Knoxville.

Steve Wildsmith

JUST FOR TODAY: Learning to treat ourselves with respect is sometimes difficult

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jun 9, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's addiction/recovery column for Monday, June 10, 2019.

Steve Wildsmith

WILDSMITH: Temp Job pays homage to former Daily Times reporter's fiery mishap

By Steve Wildsmith wildsmithsteve@gmail.com
Jun 5, 2019
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Former Weekend editor Steve Wildsmith's entertainment column for Thursday, June 6, 2019.

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