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Hydrilla detected in Tellico Lake

LOUDON — An invasive aquatic plant capable of choking waterways and disrupting recreational activities has returned to Tellico Lake, prompting concerns about its spread and efforts to control it. Dozens of Tellico Village residents gathered Thursday, Nov. 12, at the Yacht Club to learn about hydrilla, a fast-growing aquatic plant that can form dense mats of vegetation in lakes and other waterways. Native to parts of Asia, Africa and Australia, hydrilla can crowd out native vegetation, block sunlight and reduce oxygen levels, disrupting aquatic ecosystems. Its dense growth also can interfere with swimming, boating and fishing. David Flanagan, president of the Watershed Association of the Tellico Reservoir (WATeR), showed residents photographs of hydrilla growing in different areas of Tellico Lake. He said geese have been observed feeding on the plant. Flanagan said hydrilla was first detected in the lake in 2023 and has remained a recurring concern. “The first time we saw it was in 2023,” Flanagan said. “It was not as bad last year as it was in the years before when we first spotted it.” Flanagan said he has been in contact with the Tennessee Valley Authority about the problem. Managing the spread Speakers emphasized that managing hydrilla,

Tellico Village, TN · 1d

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Rent hiked at mobile home park in Loudon County

Loudon County, TN · 15h

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Gov. Kemp extends flood emergency in 4 North Georgia counties

McCaysville has lifted its overnight curfew and reopened the road to Copperhill, Tennessee, as North Georgia continues to recover from severe flooding. Gov. Brian Kemp extended the flood emergency for four counties by another week.

Copperhill, TN · 1d

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‘More than half my income’ Rent doubles at Loudon County mobile home park after ownership change

A mobile home park in Loudon County is changing hands and raising rent. The park in question is Lenoir City North Estates, formerly known as Oak Park Mobile Home Park.

Loudon County, TN · 15h

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Bradley County Commission meeting recap

The Bradley County Commission heard concerns Monday about a proposed Dollar General store on Spring Place Road during a work session. Several residents spoke against the project, raising concerns about traffic and safety near the proposed location. The property would need to be rezoned from agricultural and residential to general...

Bradley County, TN · 3d

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Roane County Ambulances Hit ‘Level Zero’ Multiple Times a Week Amid Hospital ‘Wall Time’ Delays

ROANE COUNTY, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT) — Roane County Emergency Services is facing a recurring strain on its resources, with every ambulance in the county tied up on calls two to three times a week. Officials say the bottleneck is driven largely by lengthy delays when crews arrive at area hospitals to transfer patients.

Roane County, TN · 1d

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Tennessee remains in State of Emergency following Polk County flooding

From Local 3 News: Tennessee has elevated its emergency management plan following severe flooding in Polk County, allowing state agencies to coordinate additional support for local recovery efforts. The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) activated the State Emergency Operations Center to a Level 4 – Elevated on November 5 in...

Polk County, TN · 2d

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5 Things Sandhill Cranes Do at Tennessee’s Hiwassee Refuge Every Winter

As the sun sets at Tennessee’s Hiwassee Refuge, thousands of sandhill cranes fly in to roost for the night. The refuge closes to public use on Nov. 15, but you can still watch from the viewing platform. Here’s what sandhill cranes do at Tennessee’s Hiwassee Refuge every winter....

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Bradley County School Board meeting recap

The Bradley County Board of Education voted Thursday afternoon to formally support the County Commission’s restrictions on data centers near schools, citing concerns about the proposed Project Midspan development near Walker Valley High School. The resolution passed by a vote of six to one, with board member Alan Smith...

Bradley County, TN · 1d

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Escape To This Affordable Georgia Town Where Retirees Happily Thrive On Social Security Alone

Nobody told Adairsville, Georgia it was supposed to be a hidden gem, so it just went ahead and became one anyway. Tucked into Bartow County about an hour north of Atlanta, this small northwest Georgia town has been quietly offering retirees something that most places charge a fortune for: a genuinely good life at a genuinely reasonable cost.

Adairsville, GA · 2d

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Second administrator placed on leave after Georgia high school principal’s arrest

A Georgia high school principal’s arrest has been followed by another administrator being placed on leave as an investigation into possible misconduct continues.

Dade County, GA · 2d

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Inside Hamilton County Jail: A Look at inmate medical care and addiction treatment

CHATTANOOGA — Hamilton County's detention center is facing renewed scrutiny following two inmate deaths in the past year, including one that resulted in a federal lawsuit. Thursday NewsChannel 9 went inside the facility to examine medical care provided to inmates from the time they arrive at the jail through their incarceration.

Hamilton County, TN · 1d

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Tennessee to require proof of citizenship for new vehicle registrations in 2027

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Tennessee drivers will face a new requirement when registering a vehicle for the first time beginning in January. Hamilton County Clerk Office is reminding motorists to bring proof of citizenship or lawful presence to avoid delays when registering their vehicles. According to a news release...

Tennessee · 1d

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Calhoun Moves Forward With $50 Million Water System Improvement Financing

Calhoun is preparing to undertake as much as $50 million in water infrastructure improvements through a new financing agreement approved by the City Council. Council members adopted a Master Bond Resolution establishing the framework for utility-related borrowing and approved a supplemental agreement with Truist Commercial Equity for up to $50 million in Series 2026 Draw-Down Revenue Bonds.

Calhoun, GA · 3d

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Two Hamilton County road closures planned for paving and guardrail repairs this week

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — Drivers in Hamilton County should prepare for two separate road closures this week as crews complete paving work on a local road and guardrail repairs along US 27. The Office of the Hamilton County Mayor says Bill Jones Road will close Thursday, Nov. 12, from...

Hamilton County, TN · 3d

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Ringgold works with GDOT, CSX on flood mitigation after flooding

Which state officials are supporting Ringgold's flood mitigation efforts?. The Ringgold City Council is working with state and transportation officials to address stormwater drainage problems following flooding that damaged several businesses in August. The city says it is coordinating with the Georgia Department of Transportation, CSX Transportation and state elected...

Ringgold, GA · 23h

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Hamilton County school board to revisit Ten Commandments displays after concerns raised

HAMILTON COUNTY, Tenn. — The debate over whether the Ten Commandments should be allowed in Hamilton County classrooms is headed back to the school board, months after Tennessee lawmakers passed a law allowing the Ten Commandments as part of a historical document exhibit. The Tennessee General Assembly passed the...

Hamilton County, TN · 1d

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Dade County Board of Education Meeting Moved to Dade County High School; Sheriff’s Office and Board Attorney Scheduled to Speak

DADE COUNTY, Ga. — The Dade County Board of Education’s regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, November 16, will be held at Dade County High School Auditorium, located at 300 Tradition Lane in Trenton, rather than the board’s usual meeting location. The meeting is scheduled to begin at...

Dade County, GA · 1d

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Calhoun Opens Registration for Annual Christmas Parade

As the holiday season approaches, organizers are inviting the community to take part in one of Calhoun’s favorite Christmas traditions. Registration is now underway for the 2026 Calhoun Christmas Parade of Lights, scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 10, in downtown Calhoun. This year’s parade will celebrate the theme “A Star-Spangled Christmas,” honoring the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary.

Calhoun, GA · 1d

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Dade County Government Experiences Daylong Email Outage Due to Microsoft Service Disruption

Dade County Government has been dealing with an email outage throughout the day Thursday, November 12, leaving county officials unable to send or receive email correspondence through their official county email addresses. According to county officials, the outage is the result of a Microsoft service disruption affecting all county government...

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