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Tennessee injury update on Bru McCoy, Squirrel White, Bryson Eason vs Florida
Tennessee football coach Josh Heupel had relatively good news about injuries to wide receivers Bru McCoy and Squirrel White and defensive lineman Bryson Eason. But their status for this weekend's game against Florida is uncertain. "None of the injuries are long-term, season-ending injuries," Heupel said at his weekly news conference on Monday. ...
KPD: Henley Street Bridge temporarily closed Monday morning due to safety incident
The Henley Street Bridge was temporarily closed in both directions this morning due to an individual threatening to jump from the bridge, according to the Knoxville Police Department. Officials were able to talk the person back to safety and they are now being evaluated by AMR, KPD says. KPD says...
County property tax now payable
Blount County Property tax for 2024 is now payable. Payment may be made by mail or in person at the Trustee’s Office in the Courthouse, via the internet at blountcountytrustee.com or at CBBC, First Century, First Horizon, Home Federal, Renasant, Simmons Bank, SmartBank, TnBank, US Bank and United Community Bank. Customers must have their tax notice when paying at a bank. The county offers a 2% discount for payment in October and a 1% discount in November. Discounts are reflected on the invoices. Information about the Tax Freeze Program and the State Tax Relief Program is on the tax notice and at blountcountytrustee.com. For more information and a list of the requirements and documentation needed to apply for these programs or if a property owner has not received their tax notice, they may contact the Trustee’s Office at 865-273-5900.
UT Football player raises money, donations for Helene victims
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee offensive lineman Dayne Davis has raised $5,000 out of his $10,000 goal to help those struggling after Hurricane Helene brought historic flooding to East Tennessee. Davis said he is from Bluff City and felt a need to help after an area close to him was...
Hispanic Heritage Month: Husband and wife build community around salsa dancing in East Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Beyond the lights, sparkle and glamour, a certain rhythm and beat helped bring Waldo and Jacqui Solano together. "Dancing saved my life and helped me to keep going, helped me to meet my beautiful wife and now I have a little son," Waldo said. "All the good things came into my life thanks to dancing."
GSMNP: US 441/Newfound Gap Road to remain open 24 hours
Great Smoky Mountains Natl. Park — Great Smoky Mountains National Park has announced that US 441 and Newfound Gap Road will remain open 24 hours a day, according to a release. The new hours go into effect Tuesday, GSMNP says. The overnight road closure is being lifted with the...
Vols release Week 7 depth chart versus Florida
Tennessee’s rivalry football series with Florida will be renewed on Saturday at Neyland Stadium. The Vols will host Florida at 7 p.m. EDT. ESPN will televise the Southeastern Conference matchup. Bob Wischusen (play-by-play), Louis Riddick (analyst) and Kris Budden (sideline reporter) will be on the call. “They’re multiple in...
Ijams Nature Center to host 'Shine On' benefit fundraiser for Hurricane Helene victims
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Ijams Nature Center is hosting "Shine On," on Tuesday, a variety show fundraiser to help East Tennessee communities affected by Hurricane Helene's historic flooding. The event is completely free to attend, but donations are requested. According to the nature center, all donation money will go to...
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