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‘Bringing Up Bates’ Fans React To Warden’s SHOCKING New Look
Bringing Up Bates star Warden Bates is one of the few sons of Gil and Kelly Jo who aren’t as active online. However, fans continue to get updates from him, thanks to his siblings. Recently, Katie shared a rare glimpse of her brother as they answered several fan questions. But many were surprised to see his new look. Keep reading to see the shocking clip.
County Mayor will not be vetoing property tax increase
One avenue has closed for residents who are holding out hope that the recent 25-cent property tax hike in Loudon County will be undone. County Mayor Rollen “Buddy” Bradshaw has signed the resolution to raise the county property tax rate, which had been approved by a 6-4 County Commission vote during a June 24 budget adoption meeting. The increase was made in order to fund a $115 million building program for a new school and other projects at existing schools in the county’s school system. ...
Gavin Kilen commits to Tennessee baseball
Tennessee baseball and head coach Tony Vitello received a commitment from the NCAA transfer portal on Thursday. Louisville sophomore infielder Gavin Kilen announced his commitment to the Vols. “See you soon, Knoxville,” Kilen said. The 5-foot-11, 180-pound transfer appeared in 102 games, including 94 starts, at Louisville from 2023-24....
Thousands of people expected to attend Knoxville's Festival on the 4th
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Festival on the 4th returned to Knoxville on Thursday, bringing big crowds in high temperatures. "If you want ice cream, you want shaved ice, hot dogs, kettle corn, this is the place to be," said Kyndra Brewer, the special events director for the City of Knoxville. "Also, at 5 p.m., you'll be able to get into the lake, what we call the lazy river, around the SunSphere and paddle boat."
Manhattan Project Park: Walk through Wheat
You can walk through Wheat with a National Park Service ranger on Saturday, July 13, and learn more about the history of this community before the Manhattan Project. Wheat was in an area that is now west Oak Ridge, and it was one of the communities displaced by the Manhattan Project, a top-secret federal program to build the world’s first atomic bombs during World War II.
Gatlinburg's 4th of July Midnight Parade Kickstarts Celebrations with Patriotic Fervor and Family Traditions
The streets of Gatlinburg were lined with anticipation as the annual 4th of July Midnight Parade returned, heralding in Independence Day with a mix of festive floats and marching bands. Alongside locals, visitors from across the United States converged here, some upholding generations-long traditions. "Since, I think, 1981 our family has been coming down here to Gatlinburg," a family member of the Thompsons from Michigan told WATE.
Knoxville couple at center of viral kidney match video writes book, attracts movie deal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Steve and Heather Winfree, whose story went viral in 2017 after Heather used a baseball card to tell her sick husband she was a match to give him a kidney, have written a book about their transplant journey. And it’s attracting the interest of Hollywood.
Tennessee Baseball Infielder Enters The Transfer Portal
Tennessee reserve infielder Camden Bates officially entered the transfer portal on Wednesday, a UT spokesperson confirmed to RTI. Bates was a backup middle infielder in his freshman season at Tennessee, totaling just eight at-bats in 10 games played. The Washington, Oklahoma native recorded two hits on the season including a three-run homer against Alabama A&M.
Gunner Boree putting up big numbers for the JC Doughboys
Johnson, City TN — The Appalachian League announced that Johnson City’s Gunner Boree and Elizabethton’s Manning West were named hitter and pitcher of the month, respectively, for June. The 21-year-old Boree has been red hot after batting .400 with four home runs, two doubles, two triples, and 17 RBI in 18 games for the Doughboys […]
Tennessee man arrested in Murray, KY after police respond to call of reckless driver
MURRAY, Ky. (KBSI) – A Tennessee man faces several charges in Murray after police responded to a call of a reckless driver. Brandon Partee, 26, of Humboldt, Tenneessee faces charge of fleeing or evading police 1st degree on foot, fleeing or evading police 1st degree motor vehicle, operating motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol, resisting arrest, wanton endangerment 1st degree, criminal mischief 1st degree, leaving the scene of an accident-failure to render aid, disarming a peace officer and disregarding a traffic control device.
The Creamery at Grace Meadows Farm hosts grand opening
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — Grace Meadows Farm in Jonesborough hosted a grand opening for its new ice cream shop on Wednesday. Grace Meadows is a restaurant, church, event venue, and now dessert spot, all located at 170 John France Road. Owner Tammy Eldridge told News Channel 11 that all the ice cream is homemade by […]
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