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Former Tennessee officer accused in Tyre Nichols' death to change plea ahead of trial
A former Tennessee police officer charged in last year’s fatal beating of Memphis motorist Tyre Nichols intends to change his not guilty plea in federal court on Friday, according to court filings. Emmitt Martin is one of five former officers charged in Nichols’ death after he was pulled from...
Gibbs graduate to compete in Special Olympics World Winter Games in Italy
CORRYTON, Tenn. (WVLT) - Out of 101 athletes in the United States competing in the upcoming Special Olympics World Winter Games, only three are from East Tennessee. Among those three Tennesseans competing in Italy, Johnny Kelly is the only one from East Tennessee who will be representing his country. “It’s...
Jefferson City Police investigating assault complaints involving substitute teacher
A substitute teacher at Jefferson Elementary School has been placed on leave pending the outcome of investigations into "allegations involving inappropriate conduct," the director of Jefferson County Schools said on Friday.
Dolly Parton Abandons Dollywood Following Theme Park Shut Down, Opens New Business Instead
It looks like Dolly Parton is once again veering away from her duty as Dreamer-in-Chief at Dollywood, and setting her sights on yet another new business venture. While many celebrities stay busy creating their own brands with various products, it is hard to imagine another star who has stayed as busy as Dolly Parton after the country star confirmed her retirement (well, from touring).
University of Tennessee athletics reaches best year of fundraising in school history
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WCYB) — Throughout the 2023-24 calendar, it was a massive year for Tennessee athletics including a record third-place national finish in the LEARFIELD Directors' Cup and a third straight SEC All-Sports trophy - leading to the Tennessee Fund reporting unprecedented success across multiple fundraising metrics. For the...
Campus Investments Support Research, Growth and Student Experience
Projects to support research and experiential learning, accommodate growth and enhance the student experience are moving forward at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Students, faculty, staff and visitors on campus will see several construction projects nearing completion and others getting underway this fall. “These campus investments are critical pieces to...
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