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Knoxville Democrats want voters to focus on Biden's 'policy, not performance' after debate
Knox County Democrats are standing behind President Joe Biden, even as some members of his party are suggesting he should bow out to allow another Democrat to run instead. At a CNN debate June 27, Biden's voice was hoarse and raspy from the start. After he stumbled over words and looked far from vigorous, some prominent national Democrats are asking if it's time to replace him on the ballot.
Officials break ground on new South Knox County splash pad
KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — A splash pad is one step closer to becoming a reality for the community in South Knox County after officials gathered on Tuesday to break ground on the new project. Tuesday afternoon, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs and other county officials held a ceremonial groundbreaking at French Memorial Park in […]
Tennessee Department of Transportation gives update on Gay Street Bridge repairs
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Tuesday, the Tennessee Department of Transportation inspected Gay Street Bridge in downtown Knoxville, deciding it needed to be closed for structural repairs. Part of the reason behind the bridge’s closing is its age; TDOT Spokesperson Mark Nagi said it was built in the late 1890s.
KCSO: Scammers posing as church pastors to ask for gift card information, claiming to help people in need
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Knox County Sheriff's Office said it received several reports of scammers posing as church leaders, asking church personnel and members to send gift card information to help people in need. It said on social media that scammers tend to send either text messages or emails...
Urgent Silver Alert for Missing 82-Year-Old Man from Mascot, TN; Public's Help Needed
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a Silver Alert for an octogenarian resident of Knox County, amidst growing concerns due to his medical condition. Robert Hembree, 82, from Mascot, was last seen on Monday afternoon, and there has been no trace of him since. Authorities at the TBI have...
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