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Beef Improvement Federation: Making Strides Toward Efficiency
Utilizing genetic selection to reduce the environmental impact of cattle. “There is some ability to select animals that produce less methane, which is pretty good news for us, because we can tell a really good story if we are able to handle this problem,” said Christine Baes, University of Guelph. Baes was a featured speaker during the 2024 Beef Improvement Federation (BIF) Symposium June 12 in Knoxville, Tennessee.
KFD working on creating new museum dedicated to its history years after SUV crash took out original location
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Soon you will be able to learn more about the history of the Knoxville Fire Department. That's because the department is working on creating a museum that will feature vintage items and artifacts. Now that the Knoxville Fire Department headquarters has moved to North Knoxville, Mark...
Hancock County deputies searching for several inmates who escaped from jail on Wednesday
HANCOCK COUNTY, Tenn. — The Hancock County Sheriff’s Office is searching for several jail inmates who escaped Wednesday night. According to the sheriff’s office, five inmates were able to escape from the jail around 10:30 p.m. Wednesday. Those inmates were identified as Casey Denim, Todd Carroll, Jason Holden Collins, John Benton III and Adam Bailey.
Knoxville Track Club raising money for fallen Deputy McCowan, Deputy Eggers
ALCOA, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knoxville Track Club is teaming up with the Blount County Sheriff’s Office to honor deputies Greg McCowan and Shelby Eggers. McCowan and Eggers were shot during a traffic stop in February, with McCowan being fatally injured. Previous Coverage: Blount County deputy killed in the...
Gay Street Bridge reopening date still unknown
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Gay Street Bridge in downtown Knoxville has been around for the last 126 years. It was the city’s fourth attempt to connect the downtown area to South Knoxville, and this bridge, so far, has stood the test of time. “It’s been more than just...
Morgan Wallen in Knoxville: Tickets, parking and Neyland Stadium rules — all you need to know
Morgan Wallen is all set to take the stage at Neyland Stadium not once, but twice in September. The show, a first for the stadium since 2019, is sure to be a crowd pleaser, but are you ready to honky tonk? We've got all the details you need to know from parking to lodging to get you ready for a truly unforgettable night.
Number of football officials in East Tennessee continuing to decline, association says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Friday night football is right around the corner. Officials from all sports are facing shortages, but the numbers are not getting any better. “If there are not officials out there, the kids are not playing,” said Philip Freels, the assigning officer for the Knoxville Football Officials Association.
Blount Memorial Hospital could become part of South Carolina health system in $364M deal
Blount Memorial Hospital may soon become part of South Carolina’s largest health care organization, Prisma Health. The move would mark the culmination of months of talks with hospital systems on affiliation and is meant to bolster the hospital’s prospects going forward. If Prisma, a private non-profit, meets obligations outlined in a letter of intent approved unanimously by the hospital’s board Tuesday, July 18, it could become Blount Memorial's first health system partner or affiliate in its decades-long history. Eleven potential partners participated in a wide-ranging...
Knoxville celebrates Roberta Martin’s 90th birthday
KNOXVILLE, TN — Roberta Martin is a solid fixture in the Black community of Knoxville. Her years as a Lady comfort volunteer with Jarnigan’s Mortuary has connected her to thousands of families in their moments of grief, and her community service was recognized by the city of Knoxville years ago with a proclamation naming a day in August in her honor.
BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores
A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...
Funeral set for Neil Clabo, former Tennessee punter who played in Super Bowl
Funeral arrangements have been set for Neil Clabo, a Knoxville native who played football at Tennessee and in the NFL. Clabo, 71, died on July 10 after suffering with Alzheimer’s, according to a Facebook post by his sister, Jill Clabo Sams. Funeral service for Clabo will be held at 4 p.m. on July 23...
Soccer Talk: One Knox stays hot with 3rd straight win, U.S. prospect makes soccer history
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Soccer Talk returns to break down One Knoxville SC’s recent run of victories as we enter the back half of the season, look back at the drama of the Copa America and Euro finals, and discuss the history made by 14-year-old American soccer prospect Cavan Sullivan. You can watch Soccer Talk […]
UT-Martin Skyhawks Picked to Win Big South/OVC Football Association
The University of Tennessee-Martin has been tabbed as the pre-season favorite to win the upcoming Big South/OVC Football Association championship. In a pre-season vote by the association’s head coaches, the Skyhawks earned 61 total points, and five first place votes. Following the Skyhawks in voting for the nine team...
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