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Decking the Vols with Santa Vol
It’s football time in Tennessee! In honor of the start of the season, Julia Hurley sits down with Santa Vol, a beloved icon in the University of Tennessee Athletics community. They discuss Santa Vol's origins, his experiences and relationships with... It’s football time in Tennessee! In honor of the...
Spine Wave Introduces Exceed Biplanar Expandable Interbody Device
Spine Wave has bolstered its posterior interbody fusion offering with the launch of the Exceed Biplanar Expandable Interbody Device featuring TiCell Nano Advanced Surface Technology. The Exceed Biplanar Device is an interbody implant for transforaminal (TLIF) and posterior (PLIF) lumbar interbody fusion with all-titanium construction, biplanar expansion, easy and fast...
Cooper Mays about to begin final chapter of his time with the Vols
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The beginning of a season brings a world of opportunities and emotions. The latter is especially true for those embarking on their very last season opener inside Neyland Stadium. For Cooper Mays, he’s experienced four years of historic moments playing at home in the Orange and White. From a coaching change […]
Varsity All Access | Week 2 Scores & Highlights
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - After a thrilling opening week, the second week of high school football featured upsets, thrilling finishes, and dominant performances. Scores and highlights are below!. Jefferson County (1-1) at Sevier County (2-0) Alcoa (1-1) at Bearden (1-1) Maryville (2-0) at Central (1-1) Farragut (0-2) at Powell (1-1)
‘Fueling Students for Success Bike Ride’ raising money to help address student food insecurity at LMU
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT)—Lincoln Memorial University will host an event next month to address student food insecurities. LMU Women of Service has collaborated with Bootlegger and Knoxville Harley-Davidson locations to host the “Fueling Students for Success Bike Ride” on Saturday, Sept. 7. The event, which supports Lincoln’s Cupboard...
UT launching 2 new programs meant to help students navigate academics and find success after graduation
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The University of Tennessee said it is launching two programs to help students succeed while attending college and set them up for success after graduation. The Student Success Express program is aimed at eliminating barriers to help students meet their academic needs. Starting in September, UT...
‘Freak of nature’ Arion Carter ready to play bigger role in second year with Vols
Arion Carter is often one of the first people William Inge sees each morning when he enters the Anderson Training Center. It has been that way since the Vols started preseason camp last month, and Carter has made a habit of spending most of his free time watching film throughout the offseason.
#15 Vols Eager for Saturday Season Opener at Neyland
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – After an offseason of anticipation, game week has finally arrived for the 2024 Tennessee Volunteers football team as it prepares to host in-state foe Chattanooga on Saturday afternoon inside Neyland Stadium. “Talking season is over, and we get to go play ball,” head coach Josh Heupel...
Hot and steamy for now, increasing rain and storms by the weekend
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Heat and humidity remain the big talker for now with near record highs through the middle of the week, but changes are just around the corner. Rain and storm chances will be increasing as we head into late week and the weekend and could impact your outdoor plans.
Tennessee Football Makes Five-Star Running Backs Top Five
Tennessee football is in the top five for class of 2026 five-star running back Savion Hiter according to On3 sports Steve Wiltfong. Georgia, Michigan, Ohio State and Penn State joined Tennessee in Hiter’s top group. Hiter ranks as a five-star recruit and the No. 29 player in the country...
Man Arrested in Roane County Following Traffic Stop; Stolen Vehicle Recovered
Early this morning, a Roane County deputy arrested a man following a traffic stop on New Hope Road around 1 a.m. The vehicle, reportedly stolen from Rockwood last Saturday evening, was pulled over during the stop. According to arrest records and information from the Rockwood Police Department, the suspect, identified...
Townsend sees preliminary survey results, seeks input
Townsend residents love their city for its small, peaceful and quiet nature, according to preliminary results of a survey being conducted by the SE Group. The organization is surveying residents and lovers of the Peaceful Side of the Smokies as part of a contract with the city’s Community Plan Advisory Committee, and committee members got a sneak peek at the results last week during their meeting Aug. 20. Townsend has been working toward a new community plan for months, with the CPAC finally contracting with...
Bristol, Tenn. officials negotiating with Boyd Sports over Tod Houston Field
BRISTOL, Tenn. (WJHL) — Bristol, Tennessee city officials continue to work toward finding a home for the Bristol State Liners baseball team. City staff have been negotiating with Boyd Sports on an agreement to operate out of Tod Houston Field, where Tennessee High’s baseball team plays. The city has agreed to commit $5 million while […]
Mooney’s Pharmacy provides free diapers to 500+ families during first month of program
JOHNSON CITY. Tenn. (WJHL) — Hundreds of families have taken advantage of TennCare’s new free diaper program at a Johnson City pharmacy in August. Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced the new diaper program would go into effect on Aug. 7. Families with children under the age of 2 who are enrolled in TennCare or CoverKids […]
Washington County Animal Shelter reduces adoption fees as kennels fill up
WASHINGTON COUNTY, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Washington County-Johnson City Animal Shelter has reduced its adoption fees after taking in more than 200 animals in a short amount of time. As of Tuesday, the shelter had taken in more than 200 animals since the start of the month. Adoption fees have been reduced through the end […]
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