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An early start: Alcoa City Schools students seeing benefits of abbreviated summer
ALCOA, Tenn. (WVLT) - It’s that time of year where kids are preparing to go back to school. In Alcoa, they are going back earlier than anyone else. “Our summers are abbreviated compared to school systems that you might think run a more traditional school calendar,” Alcoa High School Principal Caleb Tipton said.
Oak Ridge Philharmonia presents two free concerts in August
The Oak Ridge Philharmonia will present two free POPS concerts in August in Oak Ridge and Knoxville. “We hope you can join us for a generous portion of very enjoyable and inspiring music,” a press release said. Musical performances will include:. Aaron Copland: Variations on a Shaker Melody (from...
Hikes, wildlife take center stage at Warriors' Path
KINGSPORT — Warriors’ Path State Park has another week of free Summer in the Park activities on tap for visitors of all ages. Hike easy and challenging trails, meet wildlife large and small, or enjoy crafts and games. Preregistration is not required, and all of the activities are free to the community. Here’s a look at some of the programs on tap this week. See the complete list online at...
Dollywood theme park reopens after water main break
UPDATE (7/18) – Dollywood Parks & Resorts confirmed Thursday morning that the theme park is now open following a water main break. Officials said on their Facebook page, “We sincerely apologize to all guests who were impacted by the water main break.” Anyone affected by Wednesday’s incident is asked to call Dollywood at 1 (800) […]
Funding for new I-55 bridge 'welds anew the heart of a nation,' again, leaders say
At the Metal Museum on Thursday, state and local leaders joined Federal Highway Administrator Shailen Bhatt to celebrate plans to rebuild the Interstate 55 bridge that connects Tennessee and Arkansas and the $393.7 million federal investment awarded as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Act. On July 12, U.S. Rep. Steve Cohen and Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced the federal grant that would aid in the total funding of the project, which is estimated to cost between $800 million and $1 billion.
First Alert Forecast: Coolest weather since early July
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (WSMV) - Temperatures and humidity drop to close out the week. Download the WSMV 4 First Alert Weather app for iPhone or Android. Our team of meteorologists will send alerts to your phone about conditions headed your way. They also share custom videos about the weather where you live.
Billy Ray Cyrus’ Ex Firerose Banned From Using His Credit Cards After Allegedly Racking Up $96K Bill
A Tennessee judge ruled in favor of Billy Ray Cyrus, banning the country singer’s estranged wife, Firerose, from using his credit cards. Billy Ray, 62, had asked the judge in June to grant a temporary restraining order that would prevent Firerose, 37, from being able to use his credit cards after she allegedly racked up...
Tennessee had worst voter turnout in US during 2022 midterms, report finds
Less than 40% of registered voters in Tennessee cast a ballot during the 2022 midterm elections, which was the worst turnout in the country, according to data from the Nashville-based nonprofit think tank, ThinkTennessee.
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