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'It resonates with me a lot' | Karns football embracing Ubuntu philosophy to create culture
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Karns football is looking to create a culture coming off a 1-9 season last year. They believe they found a word they can build that culture around. It's Ubuntu. “Everyone asks us 'What does Ubuntu stands for?'," head coach Lee Warren said. "It’s not an acronym....
Neyland Entertainment District to feature ‘condotel,’ additional parking near historic stadium
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A new waterfront entertainment district on the Tennessee River near two major University of Tennessee venues is in the works. Tennessee Athletics announced a notice of intent to award the Neyland Entertainment District Project to the 865 Neyland Project Team led by Dixon Greenwood, along with Jake Miller, Taylor Gray, Hartland […]
Tennessee baseball ranking: Where are Vols in Baseball America's 'way too early' top 25?
Tennessee baseball reached the mountaintop of college baseball in 2024 when Tony Vitello's squad defeated Texas A&M in Omaha, Nebraska to win the program's first College World Series title. It's a moment that captivated the rise of the Vols' program under Vitello in his six years in the manager's chair after Tennessee had come up short in previous trips to the CWS the last three years. It's also a moment that was shown front and center at...
New Lenoir City Schools superintendent responds to questions regarding new year
As students and teachers across the county are preparing to go back-to-school, Millicent Smith is unique in that she is taking on a new role as Lenoir City Director of Schools. Inheriting the district from Jeanne Barker, in an interview with The News-Herald, Smith recognized and continually appreciates the unique position she is in as the first-ever Lenoir City graduate to become the district’s superintendent. While she believes she will always be a teacher at heart, Smith has worked various positions within school systems across...
Free Chapel Church Transforms Worship Experiences Across Multiple Campuses With EAW
Anya ADAPTive Loudspeaker Delivers an Impactful Experience at the Main Campus With Additional EAW Audio Solutions Used at Other Locations. GAINESVILLE, GA, JULY 24, 2024 – Free Chapel Church, a contemporary Christian congregation based in Gainesville, Georgia, is redefining the worship experience with innovative audio solutions from Eastern Acoustic Works (EAW®).
Rural Metro appoints new Fire Chief
KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Rural Metro Fire has announced that its new Fire Chief has been promoted from within the department. On Wednesday, Rural Metro shared that Interim Fire Chief Jeffrey Devlin has been promoted to the permanent position of Fire Chief. Devlin has been with Rural Metro since 1990 and has served in […]
$4.6m addition to bring bathrooms to Knoxville’s Urban Wilderness Gateway Park
The City of Knoxville is moving forward with its plan to create a gateway to the city's urban wilderness. On July 23, the City Council approved an agreement to build a $4.6 million Urban Wilderness Gateway Park pavilion.
Tennessee Rowers Compete at Prestigious 2024 Henley Royal Regatta
HENLEY-ON-THAMES, United Kingdom – Current and former Tennessee rowing talent took center stage at the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta earlier this month, as four current Lady Vols, along with five LVFLs, raced at the event on the River Thames, in the picturesque town of Henley-on-Thames in the United Kingdom.
10About Town Things to Do: 2024 Beer Olympics, Freyfest and Knoxville Water Lantern Festival (July 25 to July 30)
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — There are plenty of fun things to do in Knoxville this week! From a two-day symposium on the birth of a national park in the Smokies to a summer soirée at Kern's Food Hall, here are some events you can expect. Thursday, July 25. Youth...
Full Tax Millage Rollback Announced By BOC And BOE
(Cleveland)- The White County Board of Commissioners has announced that they will take a full rollback on the 2024 county tax millage rate. The commissioners announced Tuesday that they will hold a called meeting on Friday, August 9, at 8:30 AM for the purpose of setting the tax millage rate for the county.
What Chaz Lanier Said in His First Tennessee Basketball Press Conference
Incoming Tennessee transfer Chaz Lanier met with the local media on Tuesday afternoon for the first time since arriving in Knoxville earlier this summer. Lanier was the most notable recruiting win for Tennessee basketball in the transfer portal this offseason when he chose the Vols over Kentucky and BYU. The 6-foot-4 shooting guard averaged 19.7 points a season ago at North Florida on an impressive 51% shooting from the field and 44% shooting from three-point range.
BDR Design Group to close its doors; Founder Bruce Robinson to retire
Effective September 30, BDR Design Group, the themed entertainment design firm founded by Bruce D. Robinson, will close its doors in tandem with the retirement of its founder. The group has contributed to immersive family entertainment for over 40 years, including projects such as Lost Island Theme Park, Cedar Point Boardwalk, Angry Birds Land at Särkänniemi, and The Island in Pigeon Forge.
Four-star Atlanta WR, teammate of Vols commit ready to visit Tennessee
After getting a scholarship offer from nearly six months ago, a teammate of one of the Vols' current commitments is now ready to make his first trip to Knoxville. Four-star Class of 2026 wide receiver Deion Thomas of Westlake High School in Atlanta confirmed to GoVols247 that he's scheduled to visit Tennessee on Saturday for its summer-ending recruiting event.
Tolle to deliver Lee University commencement speech Saturday
From the Chattanoogan: Mitchell Tolle, a pastor and artist, will deliver the keynote address at Lee University's summer commencement ceremony on S. From the Chattanoogan: Mitchell Tolle, a pastor and artist, will deliver the keynote address at Lee University’s summer commencement ceremony on Saturday at 10:30 a.m. in the Conn Center.
Cleveland Eye Clinic Shares About Recent BB Gun Accident
(1:04:24) We were joined on Mix Mornings by Dr. Seth Ford with Cleveland Eye Clinic. Dr. Ford was joined by a young gentleman named Michael who was. We were joined on Mix Mornings by Dr. Seth Ford with Cleveland Eye Clinic. Dr. Ford was joined by a young gentleman named Michael who was recently impacted by a BB Gun accident. They discussed the complications surrounding the incident and how Cleveland Eye Clinic was able to restore Michael’s vision through surgery and care.
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