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Date set for switch to new Alcoa Highway off-ramp to UT Medical Center

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The construction of the new Alcoa Highway interchange near the University of Tennessee Medical Center will soon hit a notable milestone with the opening of a new off-ramp. Depending on favorable weather conditions, the new off-ramp for northbound Alcoa Highway to Cherokee Trail is scheduled to open at 6 a.m. on […]

Knoxville, TN · 2d

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Knoxville faith group to host vigil, walk through downtown for Transgender Day of Remembrance

A multi-faith group will be hosting an event to mark Transgender Day of Remembrance. The event is slated for 7 p.m. on Nov. 19. Pride Interfaith Knox is made up of multiple area faith groups “dedicated to the ongoing support and enrichment of Knoxville’s LGBTQIA+ community.”. Catch Up.

Knoxville, TN · 2d
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Lighting upgrades to illuminate Knoxville’s Sunsphere in 2027

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Another project to improve the Sunsphere is underway, with Visit Knoxville and the City of Knoxville working together to light up the exterior of the iconic landmark. On Wednesday, the partnership announced the third phase of upgrades for the Sunsphere was underway to showcase Knoxville’s iconic skyline and celebrate the city’s […]

Knoxville, TN · 3d

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Annual ‘Aging: A Family Affair’ conference connects Knox County seniors, caregivers with vital resources

The CAC Office on Aging hosted the 42nd annual “Aging: A Family Affair” conference, offering sessions on Medicare, estate planning and healthcare to 350 seniors and caregivers. Why It Matters. Knox County is home a growing population of adults aged 60 and older, creating high demand for resources...

Knox County, TN · 2d
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People who live near Kentucky, Tennessee border share fun rivalry ahead of Saturday’s big game

Williamsburg, Ky. (WKYT) - People in Whitley County who are Kentucky fans have friends and family who are Tennessee fans, and residents say Saturday’s Kentucky-Tennessee football game carries added weight because of it. Church and the rivalry. Ralph Davis lives in Tennessee but goes to church in Kentucky. He...

Knoxville, TN · 1d

WHNT News 19

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Tennessee regulators find abuse, delayed care at Brookdale senior living facilities

The Brentwood-headquartered company has agreed to pay $13,500 in fines for violations affecting the health, safety, and welfare of residents in four facilities.

Tennessee · 3d

Claiborne Progress

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‘A Claiborne County Christmas’ set for Nov. 14,

“A Claiborne County Christmas” is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, from 1 to 6 p.m. on Main Street in Tazewell. The event will feature local performers, vendors, food trucks, activities […]

Tazewell, TN · 2d

WATE

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Tim Burchett wins reelection to Tennessee’s 2nd Congressional District

Republican incumbent Tim Burchett won reelection to Tennessee's 2nd Congressional District by defeating Democratic nominee Michaela Barnett.

Tennessee · 4d

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Knoxville Seeks Public Input on $22 Million Chapman Highway Safety Improvement Project

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WOKI / WVLT) — The City of Knoxville is asking residents to help shape the future of safety improvements along Chapman Highway as planners move forward with a major transportation project aimed at reducing crashes and making the busy corridor safer for everyone. City officials hosted an...

Knoxville, TN · 1d

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Oak Ridge Pilot Club Fills Civic Center With Handmade Crafts Nov. 20-21

Handmade wreaths, pottery, jewelry and jars of homemade jam will fill the Oak Ridge Civic Center on November 20 and 21, as the Pilot Club of Oak Ridge sets up its long-running Arts and Crafts Fair. Doors open at 10 a.m. on the 20th and run until 7 p.m., then reopen at 9 a.m. the following day and close at 5 p.m.

Oak Ridge, TN · 1d

WATE

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New Alcoa greenway parking lot and connecting trail set to open by the new year

ALCOA, Tenn. (WATE) — The City of Alcoa is expanding greenway access with expanded trailhead parking that will be available for the new year. In October, the Alcoa Municipal Planning Commission approved a project to relocate the greenway parking area along E. Edison Street to a vacant area closer to the Service Center Building on […]

Alcoa, TN · 1d

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Maryville Legion Post Marks America's 250th With Veterans Day Bash Saturday

Motorcycles, doughnuts and a flag retirement ceremony are all on the docket this Saturday at American Legion Captain Emerson J. Lonas Post 13 in Maryville, where organizers are combining a celebration of the country's 250th anniversary with the annual observance of Veterans Day. The event runs most of the day at the post, located at 224 Waters Road, with the parking lot opening at 8 a.m.

Maryville, TN · 2d

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Oak Ridge's Grove Theater Gets Giant New Mural Celebrating Local History

A sprawling new mural is taking shape on the outside walls of the Historic Grove Theater in Oak Ridge, giving the landmark venue a splash of color meant to honor its past and celebrate the community around it, according to WBIR. The project traces back to a 2025 grant awarded...

Oak Ridge, TN · 1d

The Daily Times

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58th Blount County Veterans Day Program will be held at Rio Revolution on Wednesday

The United Veterans of Blount County will host the county’s 58th Veterans Day program on Wednesday to honor our veterans from the armed services at RIO Revolution in Maryville. The Blount County Veterans Day Program will feature members from the area’s veteran organizations, the William Blount AFJROTC and Heritage AFJROTC, staff from Blount County Veteran Services and featured speaker Cpt. Trevis Gardner (USAF, Ret). RIO Revolution, 3419 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, will open its doors at 9 a.m. for light refreshments and the program will begin at 10 a.m. with Chuck McCue, commander of the United Veterans, offering the welcome. United Veterans is made of members representing the area’s veteran organizations include American Legion and Veterans of Foreign Wars among others. Four veterans will also receive Quilts of Valor from the Tellico Village Quilters during the program. FEATURED SPEAKER Gardner is a retired captain, who served in a combination with the US Air Force and the Tennessee Air National Guard from 1987 to 2012 where he rose from the rank of enlisted airman to commissioned officer and served in various roles from first sergeant to deputy group commander. In 2022 he retired with 31 years of tenure as the vice

Blount County, TN · 1d

FOX 56

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Lexington mayor declares ‘Beat Tennessee Weekend’ ahead of football game

Lexington Mayor Linda Gorton has declared this Beat Tennessee Weekend ahead of the University of Kentucky football team traveling to Knoxville on Saturday, Nov. 7.

Lexington, KY · 1d

The Oak Ridger

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Centrus ships first American made centrifuge from Oak Ridge to Ohio

The staff at Centrus Technology and Manufacturing Center at 400 Centrifuge Way in Oak Ridge on Oct. 29 joined politicians, along with company and government leaders, in celebrating the shipment of the first new American-made, advanced AC100M centrifuge as part of Centrus Energy Corp.’s multibillion-dollar expansion. The company is expanding its capacity to make thousands of gas centrifuges in Oak Ridge and to use those machines in the plant the company has been enlarging in Ohio to enrich uranium at traditional and higher concentrations for future nuclear power plants housing conventional or next-generation, advanced reactors. Pieces of the gas centrifuge have been shipped by truck to Centrus Energy’s American Centrifuge Plant in Piketon, Ohio, where the Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant previously enriched uranium. According to a Centrus Energy news release, the ceremony marked a milestone in which expanded centrifuge manufacturing in Tennessee is connected with uranium enrichment expansion in Ohio “to rebuild America’s nuclear fuel supply chain. The achievement marks the assembly of a complete, unobligated supply chain to serve both the commercial and national security markets.” “ Completing the first new centrifuge for our expansion and standing up a one-of-a-kind supply chain are significant moments for our team and

Oak Ridge, TN · 2d

WATE

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$1.3 million grant helping prepare Roane State students for what’s next in nuclear

Roane State Community College received a $1,366,456 grant via the Appalachian Regional Commission's POWER Initiative to expand its nuclear workforce training and student support programs.

Oak Ridge, TN · 1d

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Some South Knoxville residents concerned about wildlife near homes

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — As residential development continues around South Knoxville, some neighbors said wildlife is losing its natural habitat and increasingly showing up on their properties. This includes unwelcome visitors like bears and coyotes. In Tarklin Valley a bear popped up on Monday. Bruce Powell, who lives in Tarklin Valley with his wife, Cindy, […]

Knoxville, TN · 3d

News-Herald

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Loudon County Arrests: Oct. 16-22

Oct. 16 Jacob Shawn Lawson, 25, Walland, was charged with criminal trespassing, theft of property and held without bond.Andrew Lee Swafford, 40, Englewood, was charged with violating probation and held without bond. Oct. 17 Cody James Callahan, 30, Carbon Hill, Ala., was charged with public intoxication and released on a $390 bond.Vincent Molina III, 34, Louisville, was charged with driving on a revoked/suspended license, driving on roadways laned for traffic, evading arrest, manufacturing, delivering, selling, or possessing methamphetamines, possession of drug paraphernalia, simple possession/casual exchange and held without bond.Angel Boanerge Ramirez Flores, 29, Loudon, was charged with driving on a revoked/suspended license and released on a $1,000 bond. Oct. 18 Mason Isaiah Finchum, 24, Loudon, was charged with criminal trespassing, failing to appear for general sessions and held on a $2,000 bond.Glen Thomas Hudon, 67, Knoxville, was charged with driving under the influence and held on a $2,000 bond.Carlos Humberto May-Pop, 30, unknown, was charged with indecent exposure, public intoxication and held on a $2,000 bond.Joshua Clayton McCulley, 21, Philadelphia, was charged with domestic assault and held without a bond. Oct. 19 Misty Lynn Carey, 46, Sweetwater, was charged with driving on a revoked/suspended license, manufacturing, delivering, selling, or possessing

Loudon County, TN · 3d

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Roane County Gold Star mother serves veterans in memory of fallen submariner son

When casualty notification officers knocked on Vicki Ashley-Matics front door around two o'clock one January morning, she said she already sensed why they were there.

Roane County, TN · 3d