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Vol football and wedding season to kick off this fall
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — As Fall approaches, University of Tennessee football isn't the only thing kicking off the season, it's also an ideal time for weddings in East Tennesee. "Basically, anytime somebody is planning a fall wedding, that's gonna be a subject, probably," said Farrah Williams-Deck, Owner of Colonial Estate Weddings and Events.
Kingsport Educator Bryan Kerns Crowned Tennessee Teacher of the Year for 2024-25
Last night's announcement revealed that Bryan Kerns, a math and fire management instructor at Dobyns-Bennett High School, has been distinguished as the Tennessee Teacher of the Year for 2024-25, in recognition of his impactful contribution to both his students and the larger community in Kingsport City Schools, according to the Tennessee Department of Education.
Free Narcan, other resources to prevent overdoses to be offered at Knoxville event
Every day in Tennessee, three people die from an opioid-related overdose, according to Vanderbilt Medical Center. Health care professionals, and the state of Tennessee, have encouraged people to carry Naloxone (known as Narcan), a medication that can reverse the effects of an overdose from opioids. A Knoxville event hosted just before International Overdose...
Tennessee Commit Faizon Brandon Rocks U.T. Gear In Season Opening Win
Tennessee quarterback commit Faizon Brandon began his junior season at Grimsley High School with a win. Brandon’s Grimsley Whirlies defeated the Mount Tabor Spartans 34-12 in a non-conference game on Friday night. Brandon, 247Sports’ No. 1 overall prospect in the 2026 class, could be seen wearing a Tennessee wristband...
Knoxville Braces for Sizzling Week Ahead with Temperatures Nearing 100°F
As the mist clears over Knoxville, the National Weather Service anticipates a significant rise in temperature in the coming week. Current conditions show a foggy start with a comfortable 61°F, but moving through the day, residents can expect sunny weather with highs reaching 89 degrees. According to the National Weather Service, the nights are set to remain clear and calm, with temperatures gently dropping to around 64 degrees.
Four-Star Shooting Guard Officially Visiting Tennessee Basketball This Weekend
With Tennessee students and basketball players back on campus for the start of the school year, the Vol basketball program is starting to host recruits on campus. That started this weekend with four-star shooting guard Dante Allen currently on his official visit to Tennessee. Allen ranks as a four-star recruit...
Honeybee Coffee is coming back with no brewery, but with several lessons learned
Honeybee Coffee will reopen its stores after a prolonged closure, but this time without its West Knoxville brewery and with three new investors on board. The Knoxville company announced on social media it reopened its Sevierville shop Aug. 23 and would soon reopen its other three locations. The Sevier Avenue shop in...
Kevin Lane's moment that 'stopped my heart' in winning head coaching debut for Knoxville Central
Kevin Lane had a hunch about what could happen after a win. The Knoxville Central football coach knew his long-sleeved black shirt could be wet at the end of the night if he won his first game as a head coach against rival Fulton at the “Battle of Broadway.” “I kind of prepared myself...
Seven days until it is football time in Tennessee
Will kick off its 2024 football season in seven 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...
Nico Iamaleava signs NIL deal with Beats, spreads the wealth to teammates with special Vols headphones
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Nico Iamaleava is making plenty of money off his Name, Image and Likeness sponsorship deals. This week, the up-and-coming Tennessee QB nabbed himself another deal that should add even more to his college earnings. Iamaleava was one of 11 players named to the Beats by Dre...
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