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Well said Jack. Duggan (which is what everybody at Fulton called him) was a special man.He loved these kids and loved teaching and coaching Tennis.I always enjoyed taking and spending time with Duggan. He was a guy that made a difference &at Fulton he made a tremendous difference
jack tate@coachtatefhs20
GEOFF DUGGAN, Head Tennis Coach at Fulton High School, passed away on Wednesday Morning at his home. Geoff was one of the best friends I could ever ask for since I began my teaching career back in the mid 1980’s. We remained best friends for 40 years Geoff touched thousands of lives during his career as a teacher and tennis coach in Knox County. Geoff loved his family, loved teaching in the classroom and loved coaching the game of tennis. He taught Social Studies for almost 40 years, mainly at Bearden Middle School and initially at South Middle School. Geoff was the Head Tennis Coach at Bearden High School, L&N Stem Academy and Fulton High School. He coached State Champions, including current Tennessee Mens Coach Chris Wooduff. After retiring from teaching, Geoff continued to be a substitute teacher at multiple schools, mainly at Fulton High School. Geoff quickly came to love the students and staff at Fulton. Geoff Duggan will be missed by everyone that ever knew him, but his legacy and the positive impact he had on thousands of students, athletes, co-workers, friends, and his amazing family will never be forgotten.
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Come on George
Dead End BBQ@deadendbbq
George and @RussellBivenTV are settling who is @joeyjaws' best friend once and for all... 👀 Come find out at the Ultimate Bologna Showdown! 🗓️ May 9th ⏰ Doors open 11 am 📍 UT RecSports Field Complex, Knox TN @ElmHillMeats, @eatingcontest, @CocaCola, @wvlt, @SportsAnimal991
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The Falcons are headed to State! We are so thankful for the opportunity to provide transportation for Fulton's boys basketball team to Murfreesboro as they compete in the TSSAA state tournament for the fifth year in a row. Fulton will play Portland in the Class 3A Quarterfinal today at 6:30 pm EST. Emerald is proud to support and serve our city's young people, especially for milestone moments in their lives they will remember forever!
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FINAL — @Fultonhoops knocks off Portland 59-50. Fulton will face Upperman in Friday's semifinal round at 12:45 p.m. Central time.
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@emeraldyouth @6News I thank the Lord for Matt Hinkin. What a gift to us and our community.
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Today we remember our dear friend Matt Hinkin who passed away Monday at the age of 62.
Since arriving in Knoxville in 1990 as a meteorologist at WATE, Matt faithfully served with Emerald Youth Foundation for more than three decades, volunteering his time as a member of our Board of Advisors, emcee of our Prayer Breakfast and co-chair of the Rick Barnes Emerald Youth Golf Classic.
Thousands of city young people have been positively impacted thanks in part to Matt’s investment of time, energy and resources. We are so grateful God brought him to Knoxville not only to answer the popular question, “Hey Matt! What’s the weather?” but most importantly, to faithfully be a Christlike leader who genuinely cared about his community and its young people.
Please join us in prayer for Matt’s family and friends during this time.
Read more about Matt here: wate.com/news/top-stori…
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We join the broader Christian community in mourning the loss of Dr. John M. Perkins, who passed away March 13 at the age of 95. His teaching and direct investment in our leadership were formative for Emerald Youth Foundation, and the seeds he planted here continue to bear fruit. We honor his memory by carrying that work forward.
Dr. John M. Perkins@JohnMPerkins
The man I’ve called Daddy, died. Dr. John M. Perkins died this morning, March 13, 2026, surrounded at home by his wife and family. To the world, he was Dr. John M. Perkins, a voice for justice, reconciliation, and the gospel of Jesus Christ. He received 19 honorary doctorate degrees, but most importantly, he was the devoted husband of his bride, Vera Mae Perkins, for 74 years, and together they were blessed with 8 children. But to me, he was Daddy. My heart is broken, yet full of gratitude for the gift of being his daughter. His life was marked by courage, humility, faith, and love. He poured himself out for God, for people, and for the work of reconciliation. Please keep our family in your prayers as we grieve, honor, and celebrate his extraordinary life and legacy. Daddy, thank you. We love you, and we will carry your legacy forward. V. Elizabeth Perkins
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We are grateful for the life and enduring legacy of Dr. John M. Perkins. His life was a testimony to the love of Christ, the work of reconciliation, and the call to live with courage, faith, and compassion. On March 13, 2026, Dr. Perkins entered eternal rest at the age of 95, leaving behind a witness that will continue to inspire generations.
You can read his obituary and homegoing service information at the link below:
johnsonfuneralhomems.com/obituaries/dr-…
Please join us in praying for the Perkins family and in thanking God for the remarkable life of Dr. Perkins.
#PerkinsFoundation #JohnMPerkins #Legacy #Justice #Reconciliation
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Staying cool on the slopes. We are always so grateful for our annual snowboarding trip with Southside Boarding Club! Thank you for inviting us to the slopes and exposing our youth to winter sports!❄️
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What a blessed time during our February All Staff gathering held today at @EmeraldScholars. We especially enjoyed seeing and hearing from some of the scholars as they shared a few highlights from their Black History Month celebration. What a talented group of young people! Did you know that enrollment is underway at EA for the '26-'27 school year? Learn more: emeraldacademy.org/enroll
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Yesterday across our city, youth celebrated Ash Wednesday, marking the beginning of this sacred season of Lent. We delight in seeing the Lord shape young hearts as they seek Him.💚
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Go Scots! Go Monarchs!
Emerald Academy@EmeraldScholars
Left the walls of EA to serve and explore! Some of our upper school scholars traveled to Blount County to check out Maryville College and serve at Second Harvest Food Bank. The field trip gave scholars the opportunity to dream about their future collegiate paths, while also serving their community! #TheEAWay
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Left the walls of EA to serve and explore! Some of our upper school scholars traveled to Blount County to check out Maryville College and serve at Second Harvest Food Bank. The field trip gave scholars the opportunity to dream about their future collegiate paths, while also serving their community! #TheEAWay
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GAME DAY! We are cheering on our good friend, Josh Dobbs, as the @Patriots take the field tonight at Levi's Stadium for Super Bowl LX! Josh not only impacts the game of football, but also the heart of Knoxville and city youth. As a proud VFL, Josh hosts his annual summer football camp at Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex in Lonsdale, and creates an engaging atmosphere for all skill levels! 📷 #SuperBowlLX #Tennessee #GBO
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Exciting things happened in the 2800! We were full of joy to present a check to Austin-East Magnet High School with proceeds from Elston Turner’s annual summer basketball camp!💚
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Two great men. Two worthy inductees. Congrats to @FHSCoachBlack and Eddie Courtney of @FarragutFB
TSSAA@TSSAA
Eight to join the TSSAA Hall of Fame tssaa.org/article/eight-…
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Our first 2026 All Staff is in the books.💚 Today, we reflected on what the Lord did in 2025, celebrated 10 years of partnership with Second United Methodist Church, shared in communion, and glorified God through the reading of His Word and praise and worship. Thank you, Lord, for another year of serving Your city.
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