The Chatsworth Times

Sunny Jim is the name of these two silver-plated pitchers. The two sold together at New Orleans Auction Galleries for $4,750 in 2019 and could be worth even more now.

Silver-plated pitchers were made by Reed & Barton, a company founded in Taunton, Massachusetts, in 1822. The pitchers look like the double-faced stoneware pitchers made by the Martin Brothers in … more

By Terry and Kim Kovel | 5/15/22

Hollywood by Tony Rizzo

HOLLYWOOD -- Timothee Chalamet plays the young Willy Wonka in the prequel to "Willie Wonka & the Chocolate Factory," called "Wonka," which will show how he became the chocolate king. Also … more

5/15/22

Vacation Bible School at Smyrna Baptist Church

Vacation Bible School is a big deal at many churches during the summer months, but VBS is an extra special event at Smyrna Baptist Church –and has been for decades. Several generations of some … more

5/15/22

Past Times: May 18, 1972

May 18, 1972A groundbreaking ceremony was set for Saturday at the site of the new Murray County Hospital (on Old Ellijay Road.) U.S. Senator Herman Talmadge was to be the guest speaker. Pictured on … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/13/22

Make sturdy juggling balls in minutes using common household items.

Donna's Day: Creative Family Fun

Running a household requires the skills of a juggler. First come the kids and their schedules, then toss in cooking, cleaning, car repair and pets. As most parents will attest, just when you think … more

By Donna Erickson | 5/13/22

Pizza night just got a whole lot better.

Divas on a Dime: The iron-clad secret to the best pizza at home

Most pizza lovers agree: What sets pizzeria pizza apart from homemade pizza is that glorious crispy, crackly crust. That's because commercial pizza ovens cook at temperatures between 700 F to 800 F. … more

By Patti Diamond | 5/13/22

Claire Danes, Tom Hiddleston in "The Essex Serpent."

Couch Theater by Demi Taveras

"The Quest" (NR) -- In 2014, a reality competition series called "The Quest" placed contestants in the fantasy land of Everealm and presented them with a variety of challenges in order to reveal the … more

5/12/22

“Judgement Day” – McCall endeavors to help an escaped prisoner wrongly accused of murder who is too distrustful of the justice system that failed him to accept her aid. Also, McCall worries when her daughter, Delilah, stops hanging out with a close friend, and Detective Dante’s search for McCall takes an unexpected turn, on THE EQUALIZER.

Celebrity Extra with Dana Jackson

CELEBRITY EXTRA Q: Will "The Equalizer" return for another season? I'm really enjoying it, even though it's very different from the original series back in the '80s. -- J.J.A: The original series … more

5/12/22

Paw's Corner: Dog bitten in snout keeps licking wound

DEAR PAW'S CORNER: My dog "Jesse" was bitten on the face by another dog, injuring his snout and nose so badly that it required several stitches. I can't get Jesse to stop licking and pawing at the … more

By Sam Mazzotta | 5/10/22

Tennessee Aquarium folk art collection goes to auction at Clements

CHATTANOOGA – Since its opening in 1992, more than 26 million people have visited the Tennessee Aquarium’s River Journey building. Woven into the building’s exploration of … more

Submitted by Tennessee Aquarium | 5/10/22

Past Times: May 14, 1967

May 14, 1967*The Fort Theatre booked two country music acts to appear on May 12 and 19. The Dixie Cowboys with Claude Gladnow and the Swinggin’ Tees (from Cleveland, Tenn.) were to perform. The … more

By Jimmy Espy, Editor | 5/10/22

A vegetable peeler is key to this zesty spiral tart.

Divas on a Dime: Thinly sliced vegetables star in colorful tart

Spring has sprung! When I saw these beautiful multi-hued rainbow carrots as I was wandering the produce department, I immediately started pondering recipes to exploit those vibrant colors.Here's a … more

By Patti Diamond | 5/8/22

Get creative when shaping these soft pretzels. Even preschoolers can join in the fun.

Donna's Day: Creative Family Fun

Enjoy the smell and feel the warmth of something special baking in your oven this week. These Austrian-style soft pretzels are a healthy and satisfying snack dipped in yummy mustard or as a unique … more

By Donna Erickson | 5/8/22

= Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez at The Tender Bar Premiere at the TCL Chinese Theater IMAX on Dec. 12, 2021 in Los Angeles.

Hollywood by Tony Rizzo

HOLLYWOOD -- Ben Affleck is directing and starring with Matt Damon in an untitled film for Amazon in which Damon plays a salesman for a fledgling shoe company named ... Nike. Affleck's psychological … more

5/8/22

Reproduction furniture sells for low prices when compared to antiques, but there are still companies making useful, accurate copies of 18th-century pieces. This tavern table cost only $469.

Antiques and Collecting: Reproduction table

Sometimes a reproduction of an antique is worth almost as much as the original antique. Wallace Nutting (1861-1941) was a collector, expert, photographer, furniture maker, author and an important … more

By Terry and Kim Kovel | 5/8/22

Dollywood's Dreammore Resort and Spa earns top USA award

PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — For the third time since the award’s inception in 2018, Dollywood’s DreamMore Resort and Spa was named the number one Amusement Park Hotel in the country … more

Submitted by Dollywood | 5/8/22

Chief Vann House spring event photo display

Photos by Benny Huggins and Vann House staff | 5/6/22

Couch Theater

"The Offer" (TV-MA) -- How do you know when a film has surpassed every level of success to reach a legendary status like none other? The answer is when Hollywood decides to create a 10-episode series … more

By Demi Taveras | 5/4/22

Celebrity Extra by Dana Jackson

Q: When is "Stranger Things" returning to Netflix, and will this be the final season? I don't necessarily want it to end, but I also don't want them to drag it out. -- L.S.A: After a two-year hiatus, … more

By Dana Jackson | 5/4/22

This is a very early pair of glasses with tinted lenses not used as sunglasses.

Antiques and Collecting: Windsor eyeglasses

The earliest use of eyeglasses was recorded about 1300. Rock crystal was shaped and set into round frames to wear and improve clarity. Glasses with temple arms that sit on the ears were not created … more

By Terry and Kim Kovel | 5/1/22