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Judges dismiss suit alleging Tennessee’s political maps discriminate against communities of color
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) — A federal judicial panel has dismissed a lawsuit alleging that Tennessee’s U.S. House maps and those for the state Senate amount to unconstitutional racial gerrymandering. “In sum, the complaint alleges facts that are consistent with a racial gerrymander,” stated the ruling, which was issued...
Grainger County veteran to receive service animal from Smoky Mountain Service Dogs
LOUDON, Tenn. (WVLT)—A Grainger County veteran is set to receive a mobility assistance service dog as part of an effort to honor him for his 24 years of service in the Army. Smoky Mountain Service Dogs will “pass the leash” to Army SSGT Scott at 1 p.m. Friday at the Community Church in Loudon.
Sevier County Constable Sammy Scott Charged with DUI in Late-Night Sevierville Arrest
Sevier County constable Sammy Scott, was arrested by the Sevierville Police Department, on charges of driving under the influence (DUI). The incident occurred just before midnight on Wednesday, as detailed by WATE, when officers observed a vehicle driven by Scott failing to maintain its lane on Highway 66 near an Arby's Restaurant—the resultant traffic stop leading to his arrest.
Jefferson City Police investigating assault complaints involving substitute teacher
A substitute teacher at Jefferson Elementary School has been placed on leave pending the outcome of investigations into "allegations involving inappropriate conduct," the director of Jefferson County Schools said on Friday.
BCSO locates missing Hamblen County teen last seen leaving her home Aug. 15
HAMBLEN COUNTY, Tenn. — Seventeen-year-old Alexis Nicole Howell was found safe in Blount County Friday morning after being missing for a week, according to the Hamblen County Sheriff's Office. Howell was reportedly last seen on Thursday, Aug. 15 leaving her home on Northview Drive in Hamblen County at around...
University of Tennessee athletics reaches best year of fundraising in school history
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WCYB) — Throughout the 2023-24 calendar, it was a massive year for Tennessee athletics including a record third-place national finish in the LEARFIELD Directors' Cup and a third straight SEC All-Sports trophy - leading to the Tennessee Fund reporting unprecedented success across multiple fundraising metrics. For the...
Fundraising event Sept. 10 for Anne Backus
The Anderson County Democratic Women’s Club is inviting people to a fundraising event for Anne Backus, who is running for the District 33 seat on the Tennessee House of Representatives. She is the Democratic nominee. District 33 includes most of Anderson County. The event will be held 5 to 7 p.m. Sept. 10 at...
FBI offering reward for help in finding 3 people missing from Knoxville since 2018
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The FBI in Knoxville is offering a $10,000 reward for information that leads to finding three people who were reported missing in early 2018. The FBI said Bonnie Drane, William Inklebarger and Brenda Carroll were reported missing from Knoxville in early 2018. The search for all...
No-Huddle: Tennessee defense locking in heading into game week
GoVols247 insiders Wes Rucker and Patrick Brown discuss what we heard from defensive coordinator Tim Banks, linebacker Keenan Pili and defensive backs Jalen McMurray and Jakobe Thomas after Friday's practice.
Make-A-Wish grants 8-year-old's wish for a horse-themed treehouse
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A young girl had her wish granted on Thursday after different East Tennessee organizations partnered to build her a treehouse themed around horses and life on a farm. According to a release, Make-A-Wish East Tennessee worked with the Clayton Home Building Group to make Paizlee Harkcom's...
Friday Night Rivals opens 2024 season with showdown in Elizabethton
The winter, spring and summer seasons have come and gone - meaning football season is here and Friday Night Rivals is back. Starting out with a bang to open the 2024 high school football season, the Science Hill Hilltoppers will travel to take on the Elizabethton Fighting Cyclones - set to air on the season's first Friday Night Rivals broadcast.
Friday Morning Kickoff: Elizabethton High School
ELIZABETHTON, Tenn. (WJHL) – The 2024 high school football season is officially underway. News Channel 11 likes to celebrate the occasion by showcasing high school bands across the region. To start this season of Friday Morning Kickoff, Kelly Goetz showcased the Elizabethton High School band ahead of their matchup against rival Science Hill. Friday Morning […]
Dining Duo goes to Sonny’s Original Southern Pub
The Dining Duo tried the new Sonny’s Original Southern Pub, 2613 Adair Drive, at the former Sam & Andy’s location in Fountain City. The grand opening ribbon cutting was Wednesday and owner Michael McClain who greeted us today (9/22/24) said Wednesday was an exciting, well-attended day. The inside...
New jewelry store to open in Mall at Johnson City
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — A new jewelry store will open in the Mall at Johnson City in the fall. The mall announced in a news release Friday that Ashcroft & Oak Jewelers will occupy a space on the lower level. Ashcroft & Oak Jewelers will fill out a 2,114-square-foot space across from Carter’s. “We […]
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