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Kingsport FD HazMat becomes first in state to earn new Type II designation from TEMA
KINGSPORT, Tenn. (WJHL) — The Kingsport Fire Department’s (KFD) Hazardous Materials (HazMat) Team has become the first agency in the state to earn a new Type II designation from the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA). According to a news release from the KFD, its HazMat squad is the first in Tennessee to see a Type […]
Oak Ridge Civic Music Association announces 80th season: 'Ode to Oak Ridge'
Embarking on its 80th season, the Oak Ridge Civic Music Association will present an innovative and exciting lineup, ORCMA announced in a news release. The 2024-25 season, themed “Ode to Oak Ridge,” celebrates Beethoven and Beyond, reflecting ORCMA’s dedication to serving the community with the highest artistic commitment. Maestro Régulo Stabilito will direct the...
Kodak student athletics organization made 'questionable withdrawals' and did not submit paperwork, comptroller's report says
KODAK, Tenn. — The Tennessee Comptroller's office released a report on July 23 that said officers at a student athletics organization in Kodak "made questionable cash withdrawals" and paid a coach a salary supplement. It said the Northview Athletic Sideline Club began in 2022 when parents and volunteers started...
What’s going on in Dollywood? Dolly Parton’s unexpected nightmare, explained
Dollywood is guaranteed to fill you up with a heap of love and Southern hospitality. After all, it’s named after the iconic Dolly Parton, who has long since been synonymous with warm vibes. However, the popular theme park recently suffered a pretty major setback over the weekend, which quickly led to Dollywood having to close its doors for a brief period.
Knoxville area high school football is back! Here's your guide to the 2024 TSSAA season
Raucous student sections. Packed stadiums. Competitive athletes and coaches. Friday night lights. Soon, these will all be a reality as the Tennessee high school football 2024 season is fast approaching. If you want to prepare for everything that the Knoxville area football has to offer this TSSAA 2024 season, this is the place...
‘We are family’ | Gospel music community mourns over loss of three members of The Nelons
Pigeon Forge, Tenn. (WVLT) - The gospel music community is grappling the loss of the multi-generational group, The Nelons. Previous Coverage: Members of well-known gospel group among 7 killed in plane crash. The Executive Vice President of the National Quartet Convention, Clarke Beasley, said the group has not experienced a...
Suspect in custody after standoff in Jefferson City
EDITOR’S NOTE: The following contains references to suicide and domestic violence. Please continue reading with caution. JEFFERSON CITY, Tenn. (WATE) — The suspect at the center of a standoff situation was taken to a local trauma center due to a self-inflicted gunshot, according to the Jefferson City Police Department as they released new information Wednesday […]
Marble City Opera Presents Tenors, Tuxedos, and Stalactites
KNOXVILLE - Marble City Opera kicks off its twelfth season on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. with a concert titled Tenors, Tuxedos, and Stalactites. The performance will be inside Historic Cherokee Caverns, where the temperature is always 58° and the acoustics are excellent. Tickets for the concert are $25 and are on sale now at MarbleCityOpera.com/tickets.
Thousands without power as storms move through East TN
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Thousands across East Tennessee lost power as storms moved through the region on Tuesday. More storms are expected on Wednesday. Storm Team 6 is tracking potentially strong to severe thunderstorms moving through the region. Severe thunderstorm watches and warnings were issued for several counties, including Anderson, Blount, Fentress, Grainger, and Knox […]
Stetson Bennett reveals favorite play from Georgia career
Stetson Bennett had no shortage of memorable moments from his Georgia career. With every national championship, major victory and playoff moment, Bennett made his mark on the program. Recently, the former Bulldog joined the Unreserved with TJ Callaway podcast to discuss his favorite moments in the red and black. Bennett’s...
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'Soupgate' social media group aims to track down culprit after bags of strange liquid found in South Knoxville community
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Several bags filled with a mysterious, foul-smelling liquid are still popping up on a South Knoxville road after months of complaints and concerns, and residents in the area still want answers. "Soupgate" is a group on social media dedicated to tracking down the person responsible for...
KARM: New North Knoxville building to be primarily office space, not new homeless shelter
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Knox Area Rescue Ministries said it does not plan to turn its recently purchased building in North Knoxville, near the corner of North Broadway and Edgewood Avenue, into a homeless shelter. Instead, it says it plans to move offices to the building and make room for additional services for its existing building in the "Mission District" area.