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Kittenpalooza event offers low-cost kitten adoption Saturday
Due to the large number of kittens awaiting adoption at the Blount County Animal Center, there will be a one-ay adoption event from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, June 29. All spayed and neutered kittens will be $20. According to Friends of the Blount County Animal Center, there are 160 adoptable kittens, slightly more than at this time last year. The organization is stressing spaying and neutering to reduce the number of unwanted pets. The center is located at 233 Currie Ave., Maryville.
Plans taking shape for McGhee Tyson Airport parking upgrade
ALCOA, Tenn. — It's been a busy 14 months at McGhee Tyson Airport, and officials expect the momentum to continue. "Airlines are really investing in our community and in our airport because people are wanting to travel, and we're seeing that this summer," said Caitlin Darras, a spokeswoman for the airport.
Meet the 4 newest cubs at the Appalachian Bear Rescue
TOWNSEND, Tenn. (WVLT) - Appalachian Bear Rescue announced four new cubs at the rescue after two separate incidents. The first cub was rescued from a cherry tree in Sevierville. Neighbors reported seeing the cub in a tree but it was always by itself. The Tennessee Wildlife and Resource Agency set...
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