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Knoxville Man Charged with Second-Degree Murder After Deadly Axe Incident
A Knoxville man has been charged with second-degree murder following a deadly altercation that left another man dead; the suspect then appeared at a local church seeking aid for his injuries. As reported by WVLT, Tavares Harrison, 26, arrived at the Cokesbury United Methodist Church with stab wounds Tuesday before noon.
100 years: Knoxville community celebrates Great Smoky Mountains history
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Estimated 12 million people come to visit the Great Smoky Mountains every year, making it the most popular and most traveled national park in the country. Late July marks 100 years since the communities of Knoxville and East Tennessee worked to help preserve the park. From...
Tennessee football single-game tickets on sale but you must act fast
Tennessee football single-game tickets went on sale to the general public on Thursday morning, but they'll go quickly. Tickets are limited in number and the games available. They can be purchased for Tennessee home games against Chattanooga (Aug. 31), Kentucky (Nov. 2), Mississippi State (Nov. 9) and UTEP (Nov. 23) on StubHub or UT's...
Lady Vols Ink Elim Yan
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Freshman signee Elim Yan is officially the newest member of the Tennessee women's tennis program, head coach Alison Ojeda announced on Thursday morning. The Adelaide, Australia, native and Marryatville high school graduate will join the Lady Vols in 2024-25 with four years of collegiate eligibility remaining. Yan will be the second Australian on the 2024-25 squad, joining Catherine Aulia. Yan comes to Rocky Top after compiling an impressive junior tennis resume across the world. Most recently, she claimed both the J3 ITF Gallipoli Youth Cup title and the J2 ITF Thailand Doubles title. Yan was also the...
Fight back against the onslaught against DEI. Diversity strengthens communities and workforces
My role as the minority leader in the Tennessee state Senate is crucial in ensuring that every voice in our community is heard. In June, we began the “Freedom to Be Heard” summer field hearing tour at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis. This location holds historical significance as it is where Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. was tragically assassinated.
GOP Congressman files articles of impeachment against VP Kamala Harris
A Tennessee Republican has filed articles of impeachment against Vice President Kamala Harris, citing her record on immigration and “breach of public trust” regarding President Joe Biden’s physical and mental health. Congressman Andy Ogles has previously introduced articles against Harris regarding immigration and lack of border control...
Dumpster program ahead of schedule as Gatlinburg works to reduce human-bear encounters
The City of Gatlinburg is ahead of schedule with its animal-resistant dumpster project. The project, which required a $3 million investment by the City Commission last year, was launched in November 2023 and originally set to be complete by December 2024.
Gatlinburg Officials Urge Against Real Produce in Fall Decor to Prevent Bear Encounters
Gatlinburg officials are urging locals and tourists to rethink one of their autumn traditions. In a statement cited by WVLT, the City of Gatlinburg and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency have recommended that people avoid using real produce in their fall decorations due to an increase in bear encounters. While...
Ex-Police Employee Facing Charges For Most Insane Crime Involving Vienna Sausages
Nothing beats a small-town scandal. Not quite sure where to even start with this one, to be honest — but the most insane crime just happened, and you should buckle up as this story is weird and twisted for sure. This all played out in the small town of...
The Great Escape: Manhunt and Legal Battle Erupts After Repeat Offender Sean Williams Fights for Freedom
From Escaping Custody to Courtroom Drama: Sean Williams’ Trial. According to WVLT, Sean Williams, a man from Johnson City, tried to escape from custody twice. The first time was in July 2023. He was being taken to a court hearing in Greeneville when he kicked out the back window of the van and ran away. It took a month to catch him, but he was finally found in Florida.
36 days until it is football time in Tennessee
Tennessee will kick off its 2024 football season in 36 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 Josh Heupel. In his first three seasons, Heupel is 27-12 and guided the Vols to three bowl games. The Vols finished 9-4 (4-4 SEC) last season. With 36 days remaining until the start of the 2024 football season, Vols Wire looks back at Tennessee student-athletes who wore No. 36. All time players to wear No. 36 for Tennessee: Ed Molinski (1938-40) John Francis (1941, 1946-47) Dick Jordan (1942) George Kelly (1944) Bob Lewis (1945) Clarence Hewgley (1948) Gene Burgin (1949) Vic Kolenik (1952) Lon Herzbrun (1955) Bill Gent (1957) Ray Dalton 1962) Jerry Smith (1963) Tim Fell (1964-65) Lee Mace (1966) Don McLeary (1968-70) Bill Rudder (1971-73) Ricky Davis (1974-75) Kelsey Finch (1976-78) Roger Jordan (1980-81) Pete Panuska (1983-86) Mark Fletcher (1988-91) Steve Johnson (1993) Tory Edge (1994-96) Michael Traa (1997) Maurice “Buck” Fitzgerald (1998-2001) Dusty Ishii (2003) Roshaun Fellows (2004-06) Chad Cunningham (2007) Anthony Anderson (2008-11) Cody Blanc (2012) Ryan Ault (2013) Gavin Bryant (2014-16) Grayson Linde (2016-17) Terrell Bailey (2017-18) Tanner Dobrucky (2018-22) William Wright (2020-23) Nathan Roberts (2023) *Source 2023 Tennessee Football Media Guide
Top targets nearing decisions among Vols' visitors for 'Big Orange Kickoff'
The approximately monthlong dead period for recruiting officially ended Thursday morning, giving schools across the country a one-week window to host visitors before turning their attention to the upcoming season. Tennessee football is planning to make the most of the opportunity this weekend. Several highly ranked prospects, including some of...
Morgan Wallen, AC/DC, And More – Can’t Beat Cody
For more from the Kicks Wake Up Krew, click here. “Cody” Blaine Jackson is one half of the Kicks Wake Up Krew on Kicks 99, and also serves as the Digital Program Director for Beasley Media Group in Augusta. She’s a Georgia native but currently resides just across the river in South Carolina. She started in the radio industry as a part-time board operator, and moved up through various roles, including on-air positions and program director for multiple stations. Her passions include fitness and anything to do with animals, as she has two fur babies, her dogs Harley and Waylon. Cody likes to write about pets, fitness and Augusta local events.
Tennessee hires development group for Neyland Entertainment District
(The Center Square) – The University of Tennessee is hiring a group called the 865 Neyland Project Team to build an entertainment complex on the waterfront next to Neyland Stadium. The project includes a hotel, rooftop restaurant, conference center, parking and a 175,000 square foot entertainment district between Neyland Stadium and Food City Center. The development group includes Dixon Greenwood, along with Jake Miller, Taylor Gray, the Hartland Hotel Group...
Former Tennessee Guard Santiago Vescovi Signs Professional Contract Overseas
Former Tennessee guard Santiago Vescovi signed a two-year contract with Spanish professional team BAXI Manresa on Thursday morning, the club announced. BAXI Manresa plays in Liga ACB, the top basketball league in Spain, and also competes in the Basketball Champions League. The Basketball Champions League pits the top teams across Europe against one another no matter the country they play in.
Mailbag Podcast: Where does Tennessee stand with several commitment dates looming?
Join the crew as they answer plenty of your Tennessee football, recruiting, hoops and baseball questions on the Volquest Mailbag Podcast. The post Mailbag Podcast: Where does Tennessee stand with several commitment dates looming? appeared first on On3.
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