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Urban Knoxville: From a bridge to coffee shops, closures affect business in Knoxville
This week's Urban Knoxville newsletter comes to you from Knox News reporter Keenan Thomas. Like our work? Share our free weekly newsletter with a friend. Unfortunately, there's too much going on around Knoxville to take a breather. The Gay Street Bridge is still closed to cars and pedestrians after the Tennessee Department of Transportation discovered a problem with a part of the bridge's support. Repairs can begin after a routine inspection is complete.
J. Crew Factory appears set to come to JC Mall
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A J. Crew Factory store appears set to occupy a 5,050-square-foot space in the Mall at Johnson City, according to a recently pulled building permit. The permit, issued June 19, is for an $850,000 renovation of Unit C1 at the mall. An associated set of plans shows J. Crew Factory […]
Finding new homes for hellbenders on the Watauga River
During his seven-year stint as MountainTrue’s High Country regional director and Watauga Riverkeeper Andy Hill has planted thousands of native plants, sampled water at streams across the region, reviewed reams of pages of government policy, and spent many hours on porches with local land stewards. He’s also helped remove two dams and transplant protected hellbenders.
Dalton Knecht Reportedly Signs Rookie Contract With Los Angeles Lakers
Former Tennessee star Dalton Knecht reportedly signed his NBA rookie contract with the Los Angeles Lakers on Wednesday according to Spotrac. It’s a four-year contract for Knecht that’s worth up to $18.48 million with $7.83 million guaranteed over the first two years. After those two years, the Lakers have team options whether to pick up the third year and fourth year of Knecht’s rookie contract.
A winningest high school football coach in Tennessee history inducted into National High School Hall of Fame
ALCOA, Tenn. — A former East Tennessee coach is getting national attention. Gary Rankin is the winningest high school football coach in Tennessee history, and he's now been inducted into the National High School Hall of Fame at a ceremony in Boston. Rankin has 486 victories in 42 years...
Sunset Gap celebrates 100 years with festivities
COSBY — Sunset Gap Community Center is celebrating 100 years of serving the community. A Christian center built to serve the entire family, Sunset Gap serves about 700 families every month. It offers a food pantry, thrift shop, mission teams and playground with walking track. The center offers seasonal events as well, such as an Easter egg hunt, Secret Santa program, backpack and school supply giveaways, a Fourth of July celebration and live auctions. ...
Guests see cougars in new light at Grandfather Mountain
Grandfather Mountain, the not-for-profit nature park run by the Grandfather Mountain Stewardship Foundation, has added behind-the-scenes habitat cameras and a new kiosk with television screens at its cougar overlook, enhancing visitors’ experience and their chance to see these elusive animals. Cougars are crepuscular, meaning they are most active around...
Kim Caldwell makes Boost (Her) Club debut
Kim Caldwell made her Lady Vol Boost (Her) Club debut this week at a private event in Maryville where dozens of fans had a chance to meet the new women’s basketball coach, get photos and autographs, and bid on unique experiences such as a chalk talk with Caldwell before a game.
Kingsport announces road closures for July 4 parade
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — The City of Kingsport announced road closures for the city’s Independence Day celebrations. In order to accommodate the Mack Riddle American Legion Independence Day Parade, which begins at 10 a.m., the following roads will be closed starting the morning of July 4 until the parade is finished: The parade will go […]
NASCAR Driver Fined $50,000 after Dramatic Nashville Superspeedway Incident
NASCAR driver Carson Hocevar has been fined $50,000 and docked 25 points after a video showed him turning Harrison Burton under caution at Nashville Superspeedway. The incident involving Carson Hocevar turning Harrison Burton under caution has raised concerns about sportsmanship on the track. State of Play. Carson Hocevar fined and...
Search continues after escaped inmate was spotted near Greenville County fast food restaurant, police say
Authorities have released new pictures of an escaped inmate from Tennessee who they say was last spotted at a Greenville, South Carolina, Walmart. The South Carolina Law Enforcement Division sent an alert Sunday about 43-year-old Billy Reed Fletcher. Pictures of Fletcher are below:. The alert said Fletcher escaped the Carter...
A Chattanooga Story For Tennessee’s Digital Opportunity Summit
This month, Chattanooga hosts the State of Tennessee’s Digital Opportunity Summit. It takes place on Tuesday, July 23rd at the Chattanooga Convention Center - with a pre-summit conference set for Monday, July 22nd, starting at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, that will highlight Chattanooga’s story in digital opportunity partnerships in the past decade.
Tellico Village Property Owners Association to pay $1.3M for improper PPP loan
The Tellico Village Property Owners' Association will pay over $1.3 million after it received loan during the COVID-19 pandemic for which it was not eligible, the U.S. Department of Justice announced Wednesday.
USS Farragut sailors visit Town of Farragut as part of Navy program connecting members to namesake locations
FARRAGUT, Tenn. — Eight U.S. Navy sailors visited Farragut this week as part of a Navy program called "Namesake Visits." The eight sailors recently returned home from months-long deployments aboard their Naval destroyer, the USS Farragut. Both the ship and the town were named for David Farragut, a career...
Crossville Celebrating 4th With Music, Fireworks
Crossville celebrates the Fourth of July with music and a fireworks show at Centennial Park Thursday night. Leisure Services Director Ethan Medley said the local group, The Member Berries, will perform with the Fireworks at 9pm. Medley said the celebration is a great tradition that brings the community together. “We’ve...
New Italian restaurant opening in Monterey
Sapori di Napoli (SDN) is a taste of Italy that will soon be available in Monterey. The restaurant recently announced an expected fall opening, and I know we can all agree that is great news. Traditional Italian Cuisine made with love, what’s not to love?. “… Get ready to...
$50,000 Powerball Winner Sold in Mt. Juliet
MT. JULIET – July 2, 2024 – A lucky Powerball player in Mount Juliet matched four numbers plus the Powerball in last night’s drawing to win $50,000. The winning ticket was sold at Cooks Star Market, 3251 S. Mount Juliet Road in Mount Juliet. No additional information...
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