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Resort possible after Florida group buys 5,300 rugged acres outside Mountain City
MOUNTAIN CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A Florida real estate group recently purchased nearly 5,300 acres of rugged land just east of Mountain City and hopes — long term — to “enhanc(e) community wellness, economic prosperity and cultural richness” in the rural community. That’s according to Frisbie Group partner Dave Frisbie. The Palm Beach firm, whose […]
From lush lawns to barren battlegrounds: Armyworm invasion intensifies in Tennessee
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — From a beautiful green yard to grass destruction -- all in a matter of days. Armyworms are on the rise across the southeast. Now, agriculture professionals are warning lawn-loving residents as the insects make their way to Tennessee. If you look closely at your lawn, you...
Autopsy reveals cause of death for Georgia firefighters found dead in Tennessee
HINESVILLE, Ga. — An autopsy report gives insight into how two Georgia firefighters were found dead across state lines after going missing. Raegan Anderson and Chandler Kuhbander's bodies were discovered in Cocke County, Tennessee, on June 30. 11Alive previously reported that Anderson was last seen on June 25 at the Liberty County Fire Services Station #1 in Midway, Georgia.
As climate threats to agriculture mount, could the Mississippi River delta be the next California?
COLUMBIA, Mo. (Report for America) - A smorgasbord of bright red tomatoes and vibrant vegetables line the walls of Michael Katrutsa’s produce shop in rural Camden, Tennessee. What began a decade ago as a roadside farm stand is now an air-conditioned outbuilding packed with crates of watermelon, cantaloupe and his locally renowned sweet corn — all picked fresh by a handful of local employees each morning.
Former KCSO lieutenant accused of driving drunk, resisting arrest after Monroe County traffic stop
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A now former Knox County Sheriff's Office lieutenant faces multiple charges after a Tennessee Highway Patrol trooper confronted him on suspicion of driving drunk early Friday. Charles Seth Miller had two open alcoholic canned drinks and "20 other various empty 16 oz. cans of alcohol" in...
Claiborne Animal Shelter employee awarded Petco Love Scholarship for Veterinary Technician Program
In a heartwarming recognition of dedication and hard work, Carol Mabe, the Animal Health and Welfare Manager at the Claiborne Animal Shelter, has been awarded a prestigious Petco Love Registered Veterinary Technician Scholarship to pursue her veterinary technician degree at Penn Foster, an innovative online learning provider. This scholarship not only honors Carol’s commitment to […] The post Claiborne Animal Shelter employee awarded Petco Love Scholarship for Veterinary Technician Program appeared first on Claiborne Progress.
Checker Neyland game announced for Tennessee football in 2024
Tennessee will host Florida at Neyland Stadium on Oct. 12. Tennessee announced the Vols will Checker Neyland for the Southeastern Conference contest. The matchup will also be the Vols’ first SEC home game for the 2024 campaign. Tennessee will open its season on Aug. 31 versus Chattanooga at Neyland Stadium (12:45 p.m. EDT, SEC Network). Tennessee’s home schedule in 2024 for SEC games are against Florida, Alabama, Kentucky and Mississippi State. The Vols’ road SEC schedule features contests at Oklahoma, Arkansas, Georgia and Vanderbilt. Tennessee’s other nonconference games are against North Carolina State (Charlotte, North Carolina), Kent State and UTEP. READ: Tennessee’s projected 2024 offensive starting lineup READ: Tennessee’s projected 2024 defensive starting lineup Calvin Mattheis/USA TODAY Network
Football Vols wrap up Fall Camp
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - With classes underway and the preseason winding down, No. 15 Tennessee will use this week as a mock game week before turning its full attention towards preparation for the 2024 season opener against Chattanooga on Aug. 31 at Neyland Stadium. “Wrapping up training camp today, guys...
University of Tennessee unveils new drone show in night sky over Neyland Stadium
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee welcomed students back to campus in a bright fashion on Sunday night, unveiling a new drone show over Neyland Stadium. Tennessee Athletics shared a video on social media, highlighting some of the features of the freshly implemented light show. The overhead lights...
Four-star QB George MacIntyre selected to play in the 2025 Polynesian Bowl
Brentwood (Tenn.) Academy four-star quarterback George MacIntyre has been selected to play in the 2025 Polynesian Bowl, it was announced on Monday. The Tennessee Volunteers commit was thrilled with his selection. "It means a lot and it just feels like a lot of hard work has paid off," said MacIntyre.
Bill Baxter, 'tireless' Knoxville servant who led family's Holston Gases, dies at 71
Bill Baxter, the charismatic Knoxville philanthropist and ubiquitous board member who led at every level of private and public life in Tennessee, died Aug. 18 at 71. Baxter served as chairman of Holston Gases, his family's business. The cause of death was a "relatively short battle with an aggressive form of cancer," Baxter's business partner and best friend Robert Anders told Knox News. ...
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