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Watch: Vols break SEC record for most grand slams in a single season
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee Baseball set an SEC record on Friday night against South Carolina. With a Blake Burke grand slam in the seventh inning to give the Vols an 8-3 lead, the Vols hit their 11th grand slam of the season. That broke their tie for the conference record with LSU at 10 grand slams in a single season. The record was set back in 1998.
Knoxville Businesses and Residents Rally Against Proposed Downtown Parking Changes
In a clear message to city leaders, Knoxville businesses and residents have overwhelmingly stated they do not want changes made to the current downtown parking scheme. A survey conducted by the Downtown Merchants Group — a coalition of local business owners — revealed a whopping 97% of 14,800 respondents are strongly against the idea of altering the existing policy that allows free parking during evenings and weekends. The findings were highlighted in a recent WBIR report.
With Colquitts buying out Goldman Sachs, all-local ownership ready to enhance RT Lodge
In a peaceful, wooded corner of Maryville College's campus sits RT Lodge, a historic destination that through the years has served as a private residence, corporate retreat center, and more recently, a boutique hotel, restaurant and event space. Now that Annie and David Colquitt have bought out Goldman Sachs' ownership stake, the...
Tennessee offers 2026 edge prospect Rodney Dunham
Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2026 edge prospect Rodney Dunham. “Extremely blessed to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee,” Dunham said. The 6-foot-4, 215-pound four-star edge prospect is from Myers Park High School in Charlotte, North Carolina. Dunham ranks as the No. 71 overall player in the class of 2026. He ranks as the No. 6 edge rusher and No. 6 player in North Carolina, according to 247Sports. The Vols are the third Southeastern Conference school to offer Dunham a scholarship. He has scholarship offers from Tennessee, Indiana, Texas A&M, Miami University, Virginia Tech, North Carolina, Old Dominion, USF, Florida State, Duke, Notre Dame, James Madison, South Carolina, East Carolina and Charlotte.
Tennessee women's teams advances to Final Four for the first time since 2002
STILLWATER, Okla. — Tennessee women's tennis advanced to the Final Four after the clock turned midnight into Saturday. The 16th seeded Lady Vols beat 8th seeded UCLA in a thrilling 4-3 battle in Stillwater, Oklahoma. It was the first time since 2002 the Lady Vols have made it this far in the NCAA Tournament.
VFL Josh Dobbs to host 7th annual youth football camp in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — On June 1, VFL and San Francisco 49er quarterback Josh Dobbs will be holding a Youth Football Camp in Knoxville. This is the 7th annual Joshua Dobbs Youth Football Camp, and it will be open to boys and girls between the ages of 6 and 16 of all skill levels. When […]
How a Texas-based lab is helping fight a ‘silent mass disaster’ in Tennessee
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Earlier this week, remains found in Knox County in 2022 were identified through forensic genetic genealogy, but it’s just one example of how a laboratory based in Texas is helping to fight what has become called a “silent mass disaster” here in Tennessee. In March, DNA technology helped scientists at Othram, […]
Vols win another SEC series; top Gamecocks, 8-3
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WJHL) – No. 1 Tennessee baseball secured its ninth conference series victory of the season on Friday night, rallying to defeat South Carolina, 8-3. The Gamecocks struck first against Drew Beam, as an RBI groundout, an RBI single and a sac fly had the visitors with a strong 3-0 edge early. It remained […]
New BBQ Joint In Knoxville, TN Is Continuing The Legacy Of Black-Owned BBQ In The City
A Tennessee couple is continuing the legacy of Black-owned BBQ restaurants in their community. Eugene and Patrice Chandler opened Billie Rae’s BBQ and Soul Food in April in East Knoxville, replacing another iconic Black-owned restaurant that stood in the same location for decades before closing. Patrice said it was destiny when the former Scrugg’s BBQ… Continue reading New BBQ Joint In Knoxville, TN Is Continuing The Legacy Of Black-Owned BBQ In The City
Fallen officers honored in Blount County Law Enforcement Memorial Service
Law Enforcement officers and citizens gathered together Wednesday, May 15, to honor fallen officers at the Maryville Police Department Public Safety Plaza. Walking up to the plaza, the sound of bagpipes being played by Cade Hackney rang out as groups of officers and supporters chatted in small groups. It was an overcast, slightly chilly morning that matched the somber tone of the event. ...
Louisville hosting 'school's out' party in town playground
School is out for the summer, and Louisville is bringing the community together to celebrate June 4. Town staff have coordinated the first “School’s Out Party in the Park” from 4:30 to 8:30 p.m. at the town playground. The event will boast free face painting and snow cones for children, music and a bounce house, organizer Hailey Russell said. Russell is the town’s administrative assistant, but she also coordinates local events. Her last major event was the town’s fall festival, which she described as a...
Tennessee offers 2027 linebacker Kaden Henderson
Tennessee offered a scholarship to 2027 linebacker prospect Kaden Henderson. “Happy and blessed to receive an offer from the University of Tennessee after a great conversation with Tim Banks,” Henderson said. The 6-foot-2, 200-pound linebacker prospect is from Jesuit High School in Tampa, Florida. There are not recruiting rankings currently for Henderson from Rivals, 247Sports, On3 or ESPN. He is recruited by Tennessee defensive coordinator Tim Banks. The Vols are the only Southeastern Conference school to offer Henderson. Henderson has scholarship offers from Tennessee, Florida State, South Florida, SMU, Toledo and Georgia Tech. Florida State was the first school to offer a scholarship to Henderson on Jan. 23. https://x.com/KadenHenderson_/status/1790093810413805684
Report shows mold, pests at Summit Towers as residents say they continue to be 'overwhelmed' by building issues
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Home is a place meant to feel good, and Amanda Redelk's home is at the Summit Towers. Redelk and several residents told WBIR that the living conditions at this apartment complex have been unhealthy. People who live there are over 62 years old, and some may have disabilities.
Three Tennessee community college students injured and one professor is still missing in Brazil
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) -On Thursday, May 16, a rogue wave in Brazil injured three students and a professor while they were on a trip abroad. Two of those students attend Pellissippi State Community College; one is from Walters State Community College, and the other is from Columbia State Community College.
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