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Author Archives: Sheila Scruggs

Sheila’s Pet Of The Week: Olive

Olive is a 4 year old calico cat. She loves to give sweet head butts to you as she purrs lovingly. She’s soft, sweet and easy going.  Adopt this fluff ball at the shelter today!      Read More »

The Psychology Behind AMC’s Walking Dead Success

On the heals of the spin-off that debuts this week, FEAR THE WALKING DEAD, I did an interview this week with Dr. Travis Langley. He’s a Professor of Psychology and also a big fan of AMC’s The Walking Dead. In our interview, he talks about why so many people are drawn to this show, their love for Daryl & his ... Read More »

Stevie Wonder Coming To Tennessee

Good news for Stevie Wonder fans. He’s extending his “Songs in the Key of Life” tour. Even better news for us, one of the stops will be in Knoxville! He’ll perform there November 10th. Sheila Says: I saw him in Nashville a few years ago. GREAT show! Read More »

Down’s Syndrome Model Goes To New York Fashion Week

Having a story on about an 18 year old girl whose dream is to walk down a runway may not sound like a great story, but what if I told you Madeline Stuart has Down’s Syndrome and she’ll be walking the runway at this year’s “New York Fashion Week”.  Her dream was to be a model and change society’s view of people ... Read More »

Sheila’s Pet Of The Week: Lady

Lady Lilith is a 3 year old Chihuahua. She is very loving and could be your favorite new lap dog. Adopt her today at the Cookeville/Putnam County Animal Shelter from Noon to 6 Monday – Saturday. Read More »

Mustard Seed Ranch Has Jake’s Day

Mustard Seed Ranch is a Christian ministry serving children who have been neglected, abused, orphaned or are in need of a loving family environment. One of their biggest events is Jake’s Day. It’s happening this Saturday, August 15th.  Everyone is invited to this event. There will be over 20 different activities & meet “Jake” in person as well! Activities start ... Read More »

Graceland Unveiled The New Elvis Stamp

For the second time, the United States post office has put The King on a stamp. The Music Icons: Elvis Presley Commemorative Forever Stamp, features a black-and-white image from 1955. There was a midnight purchase party over night outside the gates of Graceland, with people from all over the world there to purchase the stamps. The first page of stamps ... Read More »

Elvis’ Private Nurse Writes A Book

Elvis Presley’s private nurse, Letetia Henley Kirk, is writing a book about her life working for him. She lived at Graceland with her husband and 2 daughters. She also traveled with Elvis on tour. The book is titled, “Taking care of Elvis — Memories with Elvis as his private nurse and friend.”  For nearly 40 years, she kept silent about her years with Presley. ... Read More »