Author Archives: David Carroll

I often joke with my sons about my tough childhood.  The punch line usually involves how we didn’t have a remote control for the TV set.  “Yes, if I wanted… Read more »

Google “kids left in hot car” and you’ll see recent cases from all over the nation. Every day or so, some adult has been arrested for leaving children in a… Read more »

Graduation season is filled with great moments, and here’s my favorite of the year: Dade County High School’s Class Night. Media specialist Carissa Henry just finished her 15th year at… Read more »

Update: here are funeral arrangements for Nathan Rogers:  Calvary Baptist Church of Red Bank, 5201 Dayton Blvd is where visitation will be held on Tuesday, May 26th, from 4:00 PM… Read more »

I was recently asked to speak to a group of fifth graders at Ooltewah Elementary School, as they marked the end of their elementary years. Now it’s off to the… Read more »

I got to know Akia Lewis, a 10th grader at The Howard School in Chattanooga after her principal, Zac Brown told me, “She’s one of our shining lights.”  He was… Read more »

I’ve met many high school seniors recently, and some have even asked me for a little advice. None of this is guaranteed, but I’ll give it my best shot. I… Read more »

Here’s a great trivia question for you, the next time you want to stump your friends.  “Who had a #1 record before the Beatles, the Beach Boys and the Rolling… Read more »

Over the years, various writers and polls have listed the top rock ‘n roll songs of all time.  Most of the time, this song is in the Top 10: “(I… Read more »