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$4.6m addition to bring bathrooms to Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness Gateway Park
The City of Knoxville is moving forward with its plan to create a gateway to the city's urban wilderness. On July 23, the City Council approved an agreement to build a $4.6 million Urban Wilderness Gateway Park pavilion.
2 East Tennessee children cancer-free after months of treatment for rare eye cancer
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Knoxville family is back home after their two children underwent months of cancer treatment in Pennsylvania. Earlier this year, Thomas and Vivienne Kneller were diagnosed with retinoblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of eye cancer. "Retinoblastoma is a form of eye cancer that tends to...
Legislative Forum brings a buzz to the Yacht Club
The Tellico Village Governmental Affairs Committee hosted Loudon County Mayor Buddy Bradshaw, Loudon County Commission Chairman Henry Cullen and Loudon County Sheriff Jimmy Davis at a Legislative Forum held Thursday evening, July 18, in the Yacht Club at Tellico Village. Area residents were allowed the opportunity to express gratitude, share concerns and ask questions to all elected officials; however, community members were limited to one minute to say their peace. ...
Early voting ends Saturday for Anderson County election, state primaries
Early voting ends Saturday, July 27, in Anderson County for the Aug. 1 county general election and state primaries. Times are 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m.-noon Saturday. Registered Anderson County voters can vote at either of the three early voting locations, regardless of where they live in the county....
Once Tennessee football has game in hand, Nico Iamaleava needs to be benched. Immediately | Adams
Once Tennessee football gathers next week for media-day interviews and preseason practice, the question-and-answer exchanges might not seem much different from last year's at the same time. The quarterback will be front and center. Last season, much of the speculation about Tennessee centered on Joe Milton, UT’s new starter. Next week, the top talking...
Silly crimes, big consequences: Lawyer breaks down charges in Vienna sausage vandalism
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Some crime stories sound like they’ve been pulled from a comedy sketch, but, regardless of how silly they may sound, they can have big consequences. Earlier this month, former Jacksboro police officer Joseph Weaver was arrested on vandalism and theft charges after he was accused of failing to scan several cans […]
Single-vehicle accident claims the life of 15-year-old
A tragic single-vehicle accident on Tuesday evening claimed the life of a 15-year-old. The crash occurred around 6:38 p.m. on the 1500 block of Powder Branch Road. The incident involved a 2023 Honda CRV driven by the 15-year-old, who was traveling east on Powder Branch Road. The driver lost control of the vehicle, causing it […] The post Single-vehicle accident claims the life of 15-year-old appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Elizabethton awarded TDEC grant for remediation projects
CARTER COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) announced the City of Elizabethton will receive funds from a Brownfield Redevelopment Area Grant for remediation projects. Elizabethton’s was one of 36 grants awarded across Tennessee totaling $718,757 to help redevelop vacant or underutilized properties. The City of Elizabethton was awarded $20,000 […]
As pro-school voucher group purchases $1M in TV ads, Tennessee’s GOP primaries to decide its future
Two years ago, Maryville Republican Bryan Richey pulled off a major upset, taking down a seven-term incumbent while raising a fraction of the money his opponent did. The seemingly grassroots campaign was anything but, as groups supporting school vouchers and charters boosted Richey with over $140,000 in independent advertisements. The...
Shop tax free and local this weekend
CLAY COUNTY-Residents here and all across the state can save nearly 10% on qualifying clothing, school supplies, and computers this weekend. And community leaders are encouraging the public to shop locally during the State of Tennessee’s annual sales tax holiday, which take’s place Friday through Sunday. “People should...
Celebrating 8 years of Moe’s Southwest Grill in Bristol
Moe’s Southwest Grill’s Miles Vance, showcased some of the freshly made items you can get every day at Moe’s! Please click on and watch the videos to learn more about Moe’s Southwest Grill’s involvement in our local communities!. For more information call 423-573-6637 or go...
Bristol, Tenn. City Schools unveils rebranded holiday basketball tournament ‘The Classic’
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bristol Tennessee City Schools (BTCS) and Tennessee High School announced on Tuesday a revamped holiday basketball tournament named “The Classic.” According to a release from the school district, The Classic will take place Dec. 26-28 and Dec. 30-31 this year. The tournament, formerly known as the Arby’s Classic, has been a […]
WCSO: Johnson City man charged with kidnapping, assault
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Johnson City man was charged with kidnapping and simple domestic assault on Tuesday after allegedly forcing a woman into his vehicle and preventing her from leaving for seven hours. The Washington County, Tennessee Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) reports deputies responded to the 100 block of Frazier Road after a woman […]
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency officers assist K-9 Unit training
Chattanooga, TN – According to the state officials, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Officers Fletcher and Holt recently assisted the K-9 Unit during their training sessions. Their support and collaboration were instrumental in advancing the team’s skills with this advanced training. Their contribution was greatly appreciated in helping to...
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