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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. 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...
BANNED FOR LIFE: Buc-ee’s Bans A Service Duck And Its Owner From Stores
A Wild Story Involving A Service Duck, Its Owner And The Famous "Beaver" Has Social Media Talking. As we sit here in Texas, its been fun watching Buc-ee's expand all across the country and seeing the reaction from folks who make their first trip to the popular travel center. But...
Soccer Talk: One Knox stays hot with 3rd straight win, U.S. prospect makes soccer history
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Soccer Talk returns to break down One Knoxville SC’s recent run of victories as we enter the back half of the season, look back at the drama of the Copa America and Euro finals, and discuss the history made by 14-year-old American soccer prospect Cavan Sullivan. You can watch Soccer Talk […]
UT-Martin Skyhawks Picked to Win Big South/OVC Football Association
The University of Tennessee-Martin has been tabbed as the pre-season favorite to win the upcoming Big South/OVC Football Association championship. In a pre-season vote by the association’s head coaches, the Skyhawks earned 61 total points, and five first place votes. Following the Skyhawks in voting for the nine team...
Knoxville celebrates Roberta Martin’s 90th birthday
KNOXVILLE, TN — Roberta Martin is a solid fixture in the Black community of Knoxville. Her years as a Lady comfort volunteer with Jarnigan’s Mortuary has connected her to thousands of families in their moments of grief, and her community service was recognized by the city of Knoxville years ago with a proclamation naming a day in August in her honor.
Alabama linebacker/athlete high on Tennessee after first visit, offer
After drawing interest from football for several weeks, Braylon Outlaw made his first trip to Knoxville last month to see for himself what the Vols have to offer. He came away with another SEC team on the list of major programs pursuing him. Outlaw, a Class of 2026 linebacker/athlete from...
Tennessee Defenders See The Sky As The Limit For Freshman Safety Boo Carter
Tennessee’s secondary enters the 2024 season in a spot that it hasn’t been in during Tim Banks’ four seasons as defensive coordinator. In the past three seasons, the Vols have had a number of veteran defensive backs with limited ceilings. Tennessee has had depth in the back end and experience which helped limit big plays, but not overall high level or game changing abilities.
UTFI Sets $430 Million Record in Single-Year Fundraising
The University of Tennessee Foundation Inc. reached a pinnacle fundraising mark in fiscal year 2024 as commitment totals surpassed $400 million for the first time in University of Tennessee System history. This surpasses the previous record of $397 million set in fiscal year 2018. “We celebrate this milestone alongside the...
TSSAA Clears Clinton High School Football of Wrongdoing, Restores Wins and Playoff Spot
The fate for Clinton High School's football team has finally tilted in their favor after a roller-coaster of accusations, payments, and potential forfeits, the Tennessee Secondary School Athletic Association (TSSAA) has rescinded all disciplinary actions previously imposed on the school's program, as confirmed in statements obtained by WVLT News and WATE.
Tennessee basketball offers 2026 small forward Billy White
Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2026 small forward prospect Billy White. “After a great conversation with coach (Rod) Clark, I am extremely blessed to have received an offer from the University of Tennessee,” White said. The 6-foot-7, 175-pound four-star small forward is from Veterans Memorial High School in Corpus...
Former Buc Sisneros will arrive at the Chicago Cubs with a chip on his shoulder
(WJHL) After one of the best offensive seasons in program history, ETSU’s Cameron Sisneros was selected in the 14th round (422nd pick) in the 2024 MLB draft by the Chicago Cubs on Tuesday afternoon. Sisneros is ETSU’s second draft pick in as many years and 55th selection or signee with an MLB organization. Sisneros put […]
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.
Two Quillen VA Medical Center officials temporarily reassigned amid investigation
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Two leaders at the James H. Quillen VA Medical Center have been have been temporarily reassigned amid an ongoing investigation, according to a VA spokesperson. The spokesperson confirmed that “a temporary leadership transition happened earlier this week” and that the VA referred separate allegations of wrongdoing and failure to follow […]
Political banner battle has attorneys advising lease changes
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - It’s a balance between free speech and the right to business. A Lenoir City business owner is continuing her fight over a political sign her landlord put up above her shop. Previous Coverage: Biden campaign sign causing trouble for Lenoir City business. “Politics and business...
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.
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