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July 9 talk planned on proton power upgrade as the SNS at ORNL returns to operation
Neutron production for scientific users of the Spallation Neutron Source at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is expected to resume Thursday, July 11. Two days before on Tuesday, July 9, Mark Champion will explain to Friends of ORNL what progress has been made since the SNS was shut down last August to make the accelerator-based facility an even more powerful, world-leading spallation source.
‘Bringing Up Bates’ Fans React To Warden’s SHOCKING New Look
Bringing Up Bates star Warden Bates is one of the few sons of Gil and Kelly Jo who aren’t as active online. However, fans continue to get updates from him, thanks to his siblings. Recently, Katie shared a rare glimpse of her brother as they answered several fan questions. But many were surprised to see his new look. Keep reading to see the shocking clip.
Manhattan Project Park: Walk through Wheat
You can walk through Wheat with a National Park Service ranger on Saturday, July 13, and learn more about the history of this community before the Manhattan Project. Wheat was in an area that is now west Oak Ridge, and it was one of the communities displaced by the Manhattan Project, a top-secret federal program to build the world’s first atomic bombs during World War II.
TWRA identifies 75-year-old man who drowned after falling into Watts Bar Lake
LOUDON COUNTY, Tenn. — Update (7/5):. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has identified the man who drowned while trying to dock his boat on Watts Bar Lake. James Doyle Frost, a 75-year-old, fell overboard and didn't resurface, according to the TWRA. The TWRA said it offers prayers and condolences...
Knoxville couple at center of viral kidney match video writes book, attracts movie deal
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Steve and Heather Winfree, whose story went viral in 2017 after Heather used a baseball card to tell her sick husband she was a match to give him a kidney, have written a book about their transplant journey. And it’s attracting the interest of Hollywood.
Crews preparing for first demolition of uranium enrichment building at Y-12
From U.S. Department of Energy “EM Update” email newsletter. U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management crews at Oak Ridge are moving closer toward completing the first-ever demolition of a former uranium enrichment facility at the Y-12 National Security Complex as crews reroute utilities around the structure.
CCSO: 13-year-old taken to hospital after being run over by pickup truck in Cocke County
COCKE COUNTY, Tenn. — A young girl was taken to the University of Tennessee Medical Center on Thursday after the Cocke County Sheriff's Office got a call saying she had been run over by an F-150 pickup truck. The sheriff's office's report said deputies were sent to a home...
What to know about Tennessee baseball roster 2025, transfer portal, draft for Tony Vitello
Tennessee baseball's roster is undergoing changes after the program's first national championship in program history. Vols coach Tony Vitello and Co. have a heralded draft class outgoing, a top recruiting class incoming and a handful of key players returning. Here is what to know about Tennessee's 2025 roster: ...
Rocky Top’s Coal Creek Miners Museum needs your help
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Coal Creek Miners Museum in Rocky Top is building a memorial walk to honor the coal miners of East Tennessee!. For it to happen, though, the museum needs some help from the public. It’s hosting a brick fundraiser to help raise money for the walk and for the museum’s upkeep.
County Mayor will not be vetoing property tax increase
One avenue has closed for residents who are holding out hope that the recent 25-cent property tax hike in Loudon County will be undone. County Mayor Rollen “Buddy” Bradshaw has signed the resolution to raise the county property tax rate, which had been approved by a 6-4 County Commission vote during a June 24 budget adoption meeting. The increase was made in order to fund a $115 million building program for a new school and other projects at existing schools in the county’s school system. ...
Jonesborough Days displays American pride with 54th annual parade
JONESBOROUGH, Tenn. (WJHL) — Jonesborough welcomed the Fourth of July and the beginning of its 54th annual Jonesborough Days with a parade. People lined up throughout nearly five blocks of Main Street to watch the parade. The children in the crowd were among the most excited for it to begin for a few reasons. Young […]
Surgoinsville to purchase property for maintenance department expansion
The Surgoinsville Board of Mayor and Aldermen informally agreed during Monday’s workshop to move forward with the $135,000 purchase of 113 Hendricks Street to expand the Maintenance Department. The Maintenance Department is looking to use the garage for storage. There’s currently no plan for how to use the house, but the board agreed that it needed to go ahead on the purchase. ...
Kingsport celebrates 69th Fourth of July parade
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WCYB) — Residents in Kingsport showed their patriotism by coming out for the Fourth of July parade. This is the 69th year Kingsport leaders have organized this event. Dozens of floats and people walked the streets giving out candy, merchandise, and of course some American merch. Those...
Gavin Kilen commits to Tennessee baseball
Tennessee baseball and head coach Tony Vitello received a commitment from the NCAA transfer portal on Thursday. Louisville sophomore infielder Gavin Kilen announced his commitment to the Vols. “See you soon, Knoxville,” Kilen said. The 5-foot-11, 180-pound transfer appeared in 102 games, including 94 starts, at Louisville from 2023-24....
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