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Knoxville man to face trial in killing of former co-worker who fired him
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A Knoxville man will stand trial for murder in the killing this year of a former co-worker at a transportation yard. A grand jury indicted Daniel Arwood, 38, for first-degree murder, evading arrest and illegal possession of a weapon. He'll now face trial in Knox County Criminal Court.
Free community meal July 26 to be served at Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church
Oak Ridge Unitarian Universalist Church opens its doors to the community again for its free Friday meal at 5:30 p.m. July 26. All are invited to stop in for some homemade three bean salad, fresh fruit, and congo bars. Meals will be served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m., or until supplies run out....
WATCH: Tennessee Basketball Newcomers Take the Court for Summer Workout
Tuesday presented the first opportunity for the Knoxville media to see the Vols’ 2024-2025 basketball team in action during summer workouts on campus. That also means that it was the first chance to see all five of Tennessee’s newcomers on the court together alongside returning veterans such as Zakai Zeigler and Jahmai Mashack.
Kia thefts in Knoxville a growing trend
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knoxville Police investigators are monitoring a crime trend involving Kia vehicles after an uptick in thefts this year. The most recent reported crime involving a Kia occurred earlier last week in North Knoxville and resulted in the arrest of three teenagers. According to KPD spokesperson Scott Erland, the department has been […]
32 Tennessee Volunteers punched their ticket to the 2024 Paris Olympics
The 2024 Paris Olympics are arriving this week and the whole world is awaiting to watch their athletes compete for their home countries. The USA is sending 592 athletes to the Olympics with 228 NCAA schools represented by athletes. Not every athlete competing is tied to a college, but 384 of the USA athletes come from the college ranks.
One found dead after man with stab wounds shows up at Methodist church in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — One person was found dead near Kingston Pike and I-140 after another man showed up at a church in Knoxville with stab wounds, according to Knoxville Police. The department shared that officers responded to Cokesbury United Methodist Church around 11:45 a.m. Tuesday, July 23, to investigate a report of a stabbing […]
Tyler Williams prepping for first season leading G-P
KNOXVILLE — In mid-July, Tyler Williams walked into the pavilion at Three Ridges Golf Course for KFOA Media Day. He wore a blue polo that has grown increasingly familiar over the past several years, as Williams has been a part of the Gatlinburg-Pittman staff under two previous head coaches. But after being named head coach in March, the Cosby High alum is entering his first season at the helm. ...
Motorcyclist dead after head-on collision in Union County
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A 42-year-old man has died after the motorcycle he was driving hit another vehicle head-on along Hickory Star Road in Union County. A report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol states that Cory Lee Blair, 42, of Tennessee was traveling eastbound on Hickory Star Road near Booker Road on the afternoon of […]
‘Provide that foundation’ | Alcoa City Schools expanding ‘alternative’ school program
ALCOA, Tenn. (WVLT) - Alcoa City Schools is expanding its “alternative” school program. The program assists students academically and has an emotional component for students struggling with mental health issues. “We want to provide that foundation that can get them back on track and hopefully eventually transition back...
Local musician nominated for two top IBMA awards
This fall, when the 2024 International Bluegrass Association hosts its annual awards ceremony, a local musician will be in the running for top honors. Elizabethton native Daniel Grindstaff and critically-acclaimed banjo player, is nominated for two of the association’s most prestigious awards – Song of the Year and Collaborative Recording of the Year. Admittedly, the […] The post Local musician nominated for two top IBMA awards appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Tennessee’s I-40 Corridor: Prepare for Foggy Commutes and Rainy Weather
Memphis, TN – Dense fog has blanketed areas along and north of I-40 this morning, creating challenging conditions for early commuters. The National Weather Service in Memphis has issued a fog advisory, urging drivers to exercise caution. According to the National Weather Service, motorists should use low-beam headlights, drive...
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