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Tennessee couple has Vols announce gender of their first baby
BRISTOL, Tenn. — Kayla and Michael Tennant are super Vol fans from Bristol, TN. From their wedding colors—orange and white—to getting their engagement photos inside Neyland Stadium, almost everything revolves around Tennessee sports. It all started when Kayla was growing up. "When I grew up, My family...
Boone Little League earns district title
Diamonds are a Jenkins girl’s best friend. Jayden Jenkins, the 12-year-old sister of former Daniel Boone multi-sport standouts Jaclyn (26) and Jaycie (22), helped lift the Daniel Boone Little League to its district softball tournament last week.
Health care law changes begin July 1
(The Center Square) – Tennessee’s plan to unwind certificate of need, protection of power of attorney rights and several TennCare coverage changes went into effect Monday with the new fiscal year. TennCare must retain coverage for individuals with disabilities who have employment through a buy-in program, it must cover mental health services at the same rates for alcoholism and drug dependency and it must cover medical expenses for genetic testing to identify treatments for children with rare diseases. ...
Sullivan East's James Shirk wins gold at national SkillsUSA competition
BLUFF CITY, Tenn. (WCYB) — James Shirk of Sullivan East High School recently won gold. Shirk placed first at the SkillsUSA national competition. He traveled to Atlanta Georgia where he participated in the CNC 5-axis programming category. More than 6,000 state champions travel to compete at the event from...
Tennessee State Museum grants $75,000 for ADA upgrades at Bays Mountain Park
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — The Tennessee State Museum recently donated $75,000 to Bays Mountain Park. Officials say they plan to use this money to make the Farmstead Museum ADA accessible with a new parking lot. Accessibility we see it as a civil right, all people have a right to...
Kingsport City Schools to provide free meals to all students as Tennessee schools grapple with student lunch debts
All students in Kingsport City Schools (KCS) will be eligible to receive meals at no charge, regardless of socioeconomic status, beginning August 5, a recent district announcement said. According to district officials, the Kingsport City Schools Board of Education recently voted to implement the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Community...
Summer in the Park serves up free family fun
KINGSPORT — The Summer in the Park series takes advantage of the rich natural beauty at Warriors’ Path State Park and provides a wealth of opportunities for free family recreation. This week, visitors can explore wildlife habitats, hike the park’s trails, or enjoy some spooky trails. Here’s a look at what’s on tap. Thursday, July 4 ...
Gatlinburg’s Annual Fourth of July Midnight Parade provides boost to local businesses
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The festivities for Gatlinburg’s Annual Fourth of July Midnight Parade are set to kick off Wednesday night, and the streets are already packed. This year makes the 49th year of the parade, and it continues to grow each year. “Every year, we try to make...
Fatal Crash on Pellissippi Parkway: Woman Pronounced Dead, Knoxville Police Investigating
A woman was pronounced dead following a crash on Pellissippi Parkway near Northshore Drive earlier today, the Knoxville Police Department reports. Officers were dispatched to the scene around 8:30 a.m. after reports that a car had uncontrollably veered off the road before flipping, according to a press release obtained by WATE. The vehicle was found overturned, resting next to a tree, with the woman inside it.
Jerome graduate Brayden Krenzel to pitch at Tennessee
Coming off a stellar baseball career at Dublin Jerome, Brayden Krenzel is looking forward to his next step on the road to what he hopes is eventually a professional career. Krenzel will begin classes early this month at the University of Tennessee, joining a baseball program coming off its first national championship. The...
AMR owes Knox County almost $500,000 in contract compliance penalties - just from May
Knox County's ambulance provider was fined almost $500,000 for failing to respond to emergency calls fast enough in May. AMR improved its overall response times, but still missed its goal on 23% of calls and turned in worse response times on serious calls within the city in May compared to April.
Maryville Independence Day: Fireworks & Festivities
Get ready to celebrate Independence Day in our small corner of East Tennessee!! We’ve rounded up all the best events, fireworks displays, parades, and family-friendly activities happening in Maryville on or around July 4, 2024. Whether you’re looking for the perfect spot to watch fireworks, enjoy live music, or participate in patriotic festivities, we’ve got you covered.
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