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Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial
A former Tennessee police officer charged in last year's fatal beating of Tyre Nichols intends to change his not guilty plea. Emmitt Martin is scheduled to appear in federal court Friday. Martin is
Landen Hensley leads Anderson Co. past Powell
CLINTON, Tenn. (WATE) — Powell and Anderson County met for the sixth year in a row and the fireworks were on full display. Anderson County quarterback Landen Hensley finish the day with 184 yards and three touchdowns in the Mavericks 28-25 win. Anderson County was forced to punt on its first drive, but the Panthers […]
Knox County Schools with playgrounds in disrepair get a big boost from Knox Education Foundation
In Knox County's 50 public elementary schools, not every child has equal access to a quality playground. It's a consequence of the decision past district leaders made and stuck with for nearly three decades. New district leaders and school board members made strides in fixing playgrounds in disrepair, and now a nonprofit...
Retailers React: What lessons did you learn from coaches?
From Coach Henry: “It isn’t about you, it is about the team. So wake up early, work hard and put in the effort. Your commitment and effort will always be revealed when and where it matters most.”. —Kevin Frazier, Frazier’s Carpet One Floor & Home, Knoxville, Tenn.
Tennessee Athletics announces Spanish broadcasts for 2024 football season
Spanish speakers and listeners will soon enjoy a new Spanish-language radio broadcast for every Tennessee football game this upcoming season. The Vol Network, Cumulus Media Knoxville/The Sports Animal and University of Tennessee Athletics announced on Friday.
Why Adam Zucker, Rick Neuheisel of CBS see path for Tennessee football to CFP
The thought of Tennessee football making the College Football Playoff might have been unrealistic four years ago. But now, in Josh Heupel's fourth season as coach of the Vols and with an expanded playoff format, it's not an extreme take for studio host Adam Zucker and analyst Rick Neuheisel of CBS' "College Football Today." The Vols' path to the CFP starts with a win over NC State on Sept. 7 to get momentum going, according to both...
Psychedelic drugs being used to treat mental illness in East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) -In the 1970′s, researchers began working to use MDMA, also known as ecstasy or molly, to treat patients with post traumatic stress disorder. Last month however, a specific trial was presented to the FDA for use in psychotherapy, but it was not approved. Something similar is...
'I feel patriotic': Knox County DNC delegates say they're ready to work for Kamala Harris
After the traditional red, white and blue balloons fell on the Democratic National Convention in Chicago, Knox County delegates said they were energized to get Vice President Kamala Harris elected. William Mendoza-Euceda, the youngest delegate from Tennessee at 18 years old, called Knox News from the convention floor. Knoxville City Council member Debbie...
Recap Friday with us on Living East Tennessee: Aug. 23 Brings Knoxville History, Plant Festivals, Local Aesthetics and More!
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — We are talking all things back-to-school fitness, Smokies baseball and a festival just for you plant lovers out there. Catch up with LETN and what you may have missed. Recap Friday with us on Living East Tennessee: Aug. 23 Brings Knoxville History, Plant Festivals, Local...
Three Carter County teachers selected for Tennessee’s 2024-25 Rural STEM Collaborative
Carter County Schools is proud to announce that three local educators have been selected to participate in Tennessee’s 2024-25 Rural STEM Collaborative Cohort. The honored teachers are Chelsea Anderson of Central Elementary, Katherine Nichols of Unaka High School, and Nikki Jenkins of Valley Forge Elementary. The Rural STEM Collaborative aims to deepen participants’ knowledge of […] The post Three Carter County teachers selected for Tennessee’s 2024-25 Rural STEM Collaborative appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Young political activists get lesson in organizing from some high-powered Democrats
CHICAGO – In the sanctuary of a historic church converted into an event space, not far from the hustle and bustle of the Democratic National Convention, a group of young people with a passion for politics met. The Youth VoteFest, hosted by University of Chicago’s Institute of Politics, aimed to provide lessons in political organizing […]
Eight days until it is football time in Tennessee
Will kick off its 2024 football season in eight days. The Vols will open its upcoming campaign on Aug. 31 against Chattanooga at Neyland Stadium. Kickoff is slated for 12:45 p.m. EDT and SEC Network will televise the contest. 2024 will be the fourth season for Tennessee under head coach...
Three Knoxville children found safe after Endangered Child Alert
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Three children who were believed to be with their non-custodial father have been found safe, according to the Knoxville Police Department and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Early Friday morning, the TBI issued an Endangered Child Alert for the three children between the ages of 12 years old and 5 years […]
Overdose awareness event coming to Knoxville Convention Center
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — More than 200 suspected overdose deaths have been documented by the Knox County Regional Forensic Center so far this year and local leaders are working to continue to bring awareness to the issue. An upcoming event in Knoxville aims to do that and more while also providing resources related to drug […]
Readers get creative on Pilot-Tennessee deal for Neyland Stadium. Here's my take | Adams
I expected the business collaboration between the University of Tennessee and Pilot would produce creative responses from some of my literary contributors. I wasn’t disappointed. Also, as expected, the reader (I won't mention any names, Sam) who called for coach Josh Heupel’s firing if Tennessee doesn’t make the playoffs, struck a nerve with other readers. They weren’t complimentary. ...
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