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Tennessee housing director presses for more development
The director of Tennessee’s statewide housing finance agency offered Blount County residents a solution to high prices: build more homes. Tennessee Housing Development Agency Executive Director Ralph Perrey provided this suggestion during a presentation at the Blount Partnership on Thursday. The core of the problem, Perrey said, stems from an extended pause in building that began with the Great Recession. Development froze then as the economy contracted and stayed slow for years after. ...
Are the Volunteers ready to face Chattanooga? Head Coach Josh Heupel speaks ahead of season opener
Game week has arrived on Rocky Top as the 15th-ranked Volunteers begin the 2024 season on August 31 in Neyland Stadium against Chattanooga. Head coach Josh Heupel will hold a press conference on Monday at 12:15 p.m. to provide insights into the upcoming game.
How a red-hot star propelled Tennessee soccer to win over Lipscomb
A quick own goal by Lipscomb and a strike from Kate Runyon in the first half were pivotal for Tennessee soccer in its match against the Bisons on Sunday afternoon. The Lady Vols put on an impressive showing at Regal Stadium with a 3-0 win over the Lipscomb Bisons (1-1-1).
4 reasons Tennessee will upset Georgia in 2024
The Tennessee Volunteers take on the Georgia Bulldogs in their annual rivalry in Athens this season. The game will be played on week 12 which falls on Saturday, November 16th. Despite a loss in Knoxville of 38-10 in 2023, do not be surprised if the Vols take down the Bulldogs in Athens this year.
Season opener could be recruiting opportunity for Tennessee football | Adams
One thing you can count on in SEC football: Patsies. They’re as much a part of the conference landscape as tailgating and Paul Finebaum. And no matter how many conference games the SEC plays, its members always will make room for sure wins. Included in the opening-week patsy lineup for the SEC: Arkansas-Pine Bluff,...
Getting hotter this week before storms return
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Sunglasses, sunscreen, and plenty of water are the story most of this week, before we need the umbrella again!. Join us on the WVLT First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android to stay informed on the go and between newscasts. We share custom videos, and you can receive our messages on the latest conditions and forecasts.
Bearden brings home first win of the season in triple overtime
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The first week of the high school football season wrapped up with Bearden snagging a 31-24 win in triple overtime Bearden opened up the scoring thanks to a scoop and score. West quarterback Parker Dubon handed it off to Tavion Ray but the ball popped out and Ethan Couvertiere picked it […]
Dan Mullen Predicts Tennessee on the Outside of SEC Title Race
Former Mississippi State and Florida head coach Dan Mullen isn’t too high on his former teams heading into the 2024 season, but does have Tennessee around the conference average when it comes to preseason predictions. The SEC coach turned SEC Network analyst dropped his official conference preseason predictions on...
Downtown Knoxville Ten Day Planner (8/25 – 9/3/2024
If you want your event included, please make a Facebook event, invite me via the “invite” button on the event page (Alan Sims – you’ll have to friend me), and it will be included. I need enough lead time that the list can be put together the Wednesday before you want your event included.
Vol football and wedding season to kick off this fall
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — As Fall approaches, University of Tennessee football isn't the only thing kicking off the season, it's also an ideal time for weddings in East Tennesee. "Basically, anytime somebody is planning a fall wedding, that's gonna be a subject, probably," said Farrah Williams-Deck, Owner of Colonial Estate Weddings and Events.
Tennessee Teacher of the Year leads unique fire management course
Bryan Kerns, 2024-2025 Tennessee Teacher of the Year, has spent 17 years teaching math courses at Dobyns-Bennett High school. However, Kerns also holds a unique position — fire management instructor.
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