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• The C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries Celebrates 20 Years of Service (tntribune.com) — A long-serving East Knoxville ministry is marking 20 years of helping underserved neighbors with job training, housing support, and workforce development programs based in Burlington. C.O.N.N.E.C.T. Ministries, founded by Keira and David Wyatt, has supported thousands, from justice-involved youth to veterans, and was recently honored by Tabernacle Baptist Church and the East Tennessee Development District for its impact in Knoxville and Knox County.
• TN Lottery Powerball, Lotto America winning numbers for Oct. 3, 2026 (tennessean.com subscription) — Tennessee Lottery players can now check the Oct. 3 winning numbers and, if they're lucky, cash prizes up to $199,999 at the Knoxville District Office on Kingston Pike. The article explains which prizes can be redeemed where and how to claim by mail or in person, so Knoxville winners know exactly what to do next.
• DeSean Bishop, No. 17 Tennessee steamroll Auburn in second half (statenews.net) — A former Knoxville walk-on, DeSean Bishop, powered Tennessee's comeback win over Auburn in a home game at Neyland Stadium, rushing for 220 yards and three touchdowns. The Volunteers' defense and a key quarterback change helped flip a halftime deficit, giving local fans another standout performance from a hometown running back on their own turf.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "Why was the scarecrow given an award?" — Because he was outstanding in his field! (Thank you Teresa M. for sending it in!)
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