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Knoxville church to host third annual Back to School Bash event
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — School is almost back in session, and now is the time to start checking items off this year's supply lists. Ahead of the back-to-school season, Washington Pike Church will host its third annual Back-to-School Bash event for students on Saturday, July 20. Last year the event...
Funeral set for Neil Clabo, former Tennessee punter who played in Super Bowl
Funeral arrangements have been set for Neil Clabo, a Knoxville native who played football at Tennessee and in the NFL. Clabo, 71, died on July 10 after suffering with Alzheimer’s, according to a Facebook post by his sister, Jill Clabo Sams. Funeral service for Clabo will be held at 4 p.m. on July 23...
LVFL Holdsclaw To Be Inducted Into D.C. Sports Hall of Fame
Chamique Holdsclaw, Tennessee women’s basketball’s all-time leading scorer and rebounder, will be inducted into the Washington D.C. Sports Hall of Fame on Sunday at Nationals Park. The formal induction ceremony will be held prior to the Washington Nationals-Cincinnati Reds Major League Baseball game. The ceremony is scheduled for approximately 12:30 p.m. ET, followed by the game’s […]
Stock & Barrel owners turning Elst into a brewhouse restaurant. Introducing: The Black Dog
Elst Brewing Company, set to close Aug. 5, quickly will be replaced by a new brewhouse and restaurant from the same people behind Chivio Taqueria on Gay Street. The new concept, The Black Dog, would open between Aug. 12 and 15 at 2419 N. Central St., just outside the Oakwood neighborhood. Owners...
McKay's union leader: Road trip showed why Knoxville employees need a labor contract
The McKay's 50th anniversary road trip that challenged fans of the used book and record store to visit all five locations on July 9 − and sent some to the hospital with heat-related illness − was a reminder to union members in Knoxville of why they are bargaining a contract. “People were...
Morgan Wallen in Knoxville: Tickets, parking and Neyland Stadium rules — all you need to know
Morgan Wallen is all set to take the stage at Neyland Stadium not once, but twice in September. The show, a first for the stadium since 2019, is sure to be a crowd pleaser, but are you ready to honky tonk? We've got all the details you need to know from parking to lodging to get you ready for a truly unforgettable night.
Elizabethton City Schools educator named National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador
Jerry Agan, agriscience teacher at Elizabethton City Schools in Elizabethton, successfully completed the 20th annual National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy, joining the other 507 outstanding agriscience teachers from across the country who have earned that title. The NAAE National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador Academy is a professional development institute available to members of the National Association […] The post Elizabethton City Schools educator named National Agriscience Teacher Ambassador appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Niswonger Performing Arts Center celebrates 20th anniversary season with spectacular lineup
The Niswonger Performing Arts Center (NPAC) proudly announces its 20th anniversary season, promising an extraordinary array of performances. Located in Greeneville, NPAC has become synonymous with world-class entertainment, and our new season is no exception. “We are thrilled to celebrate this milestone season with a lineup that showcases the incredible talent and variety that NPAC […] The post Niswonger Performing Arts Center celebrates 20th anniversary season with spectacular lineup appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
Johnson City Commission OKs annexation request on Gray Station Road
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Johnson City commissioners approved an annexation request along Gray Station Road, where 33 housing units are planned. The plan is still early in the process of approval. Departments are reviewing the territory to determine a timeline for providing services and financial impacts. One commissioner said they approved proceeding with determining […]
Number of football officials in East Tennessee continuing to decline, association says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Friday night football is right around the corner. Officials from all sports are facing shortages, but the numbers are not getting any better. “If there are not officials out there, the kids are not playing,” said Philip Freels, the assigning officer for the Knoxville Football Officials Association.
They're the Fair-est of the Anderson County Fair
The Anderson County Fairest of the Fair and Tiny Miss pageants were held July 15-16 at the Anderson County Fair in Clinton. The Fairest of the Fair is Autumn Brooke Hill, 20, a pre-vet student at the University of Tennessee. She is the daughter of James and Kim Hill of Clinton. She will represent the county at the Tennessee Association of Fairs Fairest of the Fairs Pageant in Murfreesboro in January, according to a news release.
Downtown Elizabethton to host Christmas in July celebrations
Main Street Elizabethton invites everyone to celebrate the magic of Christmas in Downtown Elizabethton this summer from Sunday, July 21, to Saturday, July 27. A total of 17 downtown businesses are participating to offer specials, activities, and unique gift opportunities. “Christmas is always a magical time in our downtown, so why not celebrate that magic […] The post Downtown Elizabethton to host Christmas in July celebrations appeared first on www.elizabethton.com.
2024 Kingsport Mayoral Candidate: Sara Buchanan
KINGSPORT, Tenn--Four candidates are vying to be the next Mayor of Kingsport. The mayor seat is open after Kingsport Mayor Pat Shull announced last year he would retire. We interviewed each of the four candidates and asked them what they would do to make Kingsport a better place to live and work.
Students rally in downtown Knoxville to defend banned books
Young scholars, parents and staff from the East Tennessee Freedom Schools program marched in downtown Knoxville July 17 to protest literary censorship in public schools and libraries across the country. The march - part of Children’s Defense Fund’s (CDF) National Day of Social Action - began at the intersection of...
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