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Leadership Blount County presents Class of 2025
When Leadership Blount County was formed in 1990, community leadership programming in America was a relatively new concept. Unlike corporate management training, the idea of training nearly 40 individuals about every aspect of the community in order to build involvement was a novel idea in Blount County. Blount County and its needs have changed over the last decades, Leadership Blount has aspired to meet those needs through its programming. After...
KFD: Kingston Pike back open after tractor-trailer leaks hydrochloric acid solution on part of road
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Road closures are no longer in place on Kingston Pike near Cedar Bluff after a tractor-trailer leaked a type of hydrochloric acid solution, the Knoxville Fire Department said. KFD said it did not know of any direct exposure to the public. It said hydrochloric acid in...
Word from the Smokies: Park program welcomes people with disabilities into the backcountry
Growing up, Blount County native Carly Pearson considered time outdoors a way of life. When she wasn’t exploring the stunningly diverse landscape of nearby Great Smoky Mountains National Park, she was giving it her all on the soccer field. In adulthood, she became a wildland firefighter for the National Park Service.
First day of school in Oak Ridge
Monday was the first day of school in Oak Ridge Schools. Here students arrive early for the school day at Woodland Elementary School, one of the city school system's four elementary schools. Nearby Anderson County Schools and Roane County Schools open for their first full days on Aug 5. ...
Hardin Valley Road to be widened amid population, subdivision increase
A part of Hardin Valley Road will be widened from three lanes to five lanes, the Knox County Engineering Public Works Department announced on Monday, as county commissioners affirm the community in West Knox County to be the fastest-growing area in the entire county.
Shopper Blog: Low-profile Design Center has high impact on Knoxville area
Low-profile Design Center has high impact on Knoxville area. A Christian maxim tells us not to “let your left hand know what your right hand is doing” while engaging in charitable causes. In a similar spirit, one of the most influential charities in East Tennessee operates right under our noses.
Knox County Schools hosts 'Principal Institute' to examine past successes and prepare for the future
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Monday kicked off a two-day planning program for principals and assistant principals in Knox County Schools. This is the third year in office for Superintendent Jon Rysewyk. He said he has a five-year plan for ensuring student success and this year is the year of the principal.
New homes and walking trail planned for key South Knoxville waterfront area
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The landscape of South Knoxville is continuing to change, with developers building new homes. Some city leaders said they are hoping new condos and apartments soon take shape in the riverfront's skyline. The area, mostly known for its views and expansive greenery, spans from Scottish Pike...
Knoxville widow one step closer to new home after tree split her house in half
A widow whose Knoxville house was destroyed last summer is one step closer to getting a new home. Papers were just signed to begin the demolition and to hire a contractor to build on the property she owns.
Blount commission rejects schools' budget amendment
Parts of Blount County Schools’ general purpose budget for the current fiscal year are uncertain after the county commission Thursday, July 18, rejected the district’s newest spending proposal. The Blount County Board of Commissioners voted 10-5 against accepting an amendment to the schools’ budget during a meeting Thursday. Several commissioners abstained from the vote. The schools’ amendment would have cut over $500,000 from the $127.7 million allocation county commissioners approved...
Pioneering spirit: Beyond Tennessee whiskey to a dizzying array of spirits
At the turn of the 20th century, the Old City of Knoxville was a bustling commercial railway hub alive with the rich aroma of its coffee-roasting factories. The massive White Lily flour mill dominated a city block, a testament to the river town's industrial might. Trains chugged in filled with people traveling to the trade town at the mouth of the Tennessee River and departed carrying produce to far-off destinations. Today, the Old City has transformed into...
Early Knox County voting lags at midway point
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — At a little more than the halfway point, early voting in Knox County is lower than what some had expected, the Knox County elections administrator said Monday. Friday, July 19, marked the halfway point for early voting. As of Saturday, July 20, 13,564 people had cast...
Knox County Commission considers resolutions aimed at improving Beaver Creek, including Powell area
POWELL, Tenn. — Knox County Commissioners voted Monday after considering resolutions aimed at improving Beaver Creek. One resolution effectively approves a grant contract to remove the Coward Mill Dam in northwest Knox County and stabilize Beaver Creek's banks. By removing the dam, county leaders hope to promote water quality and fish passage. According to the resolution, Knox County will receive up to $546,600 from the Resource Protection competitive American Rescue Plan Grant.
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