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‘I believe in Knoxville’ Former councilwoman running for mayor

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Former Knoxville Councilwoman Lauren Rider announced on Monday that she plans to run for mayor. Rider was elected to represent Knoxville’s fourth district on City Council in 2017 and was re-elected in 2021. She was succeeded by Matthew DeBardelaben in 2025. On her campaign website, Rider said she wanted to get […]

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8 Ways to Unplug and Explore in Blount County, TN

Experience the ultimate digital detox with these things to do in Blount County, TN, from pottery classes and yoga to mountain hikes. In a place as beautiful as East Tennessee, it’s a downright travesty to while away the hours scrolling on a phone or obsessively checking TikTok, so put down your devices, take a deep breath of mountain air and spend time enjoying everything Blount (pronounced “blunt”) County has to offer.

Blount County, TN · 13h

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Newcomers’ Guide to Living in Blount County, TN

Considering living in Blount County, TN? Explore its communities, schools, jobs, outdoor recreation, healthcare and local traditions. So you’ve landed in Blount County. Here’s a quick guide to help you get settled in. Communities. The county encompasses six towns and cities: Maryville, Alcoa, Townsend, Louisville, Friendsville and Rockford....

Blount County, TN · 1d

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10 Tennessee Workshops Where You Can Make Something Special With Your Own Hands

A blacksmith shop in the Smoky Mountains will help you turn a railroad spike into a knife. I have to admit, that one stopped me cold. The man running it is a fan favorite from Forged in Fire. You can also forge a blade from a horseshoe, a nail, or even a pony shoe.

Tennessee · 16h

Elizabethton Star

Knife enthusiasts from across America to gather in Knoxville For Spirit of Steel Knife Show

Knife enthusiasts from across the United States will gather at the Knoxville Expo Center November 13–15, 2026, for the Spirit of Steel Knife Show, a three-day celebration of knife collecting, […]

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Let’s Talk: Neighbors — Two historic chapels find new life in Knoxville

Historic buildings are more than bricks, wood and stained glass. They hold the memories of generations who gathered within their walls, celebrated milestones and helped shape their communities. Two Knoxville chapels are receiving renewed attention, each with a different story to tell. In Fountain City, a 1929 chapel has been...

Knoxville, TN · 22h

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Knoxville's Old City Lands Moxy Hotel Where Merchants of Beer Once Poured

The former Merchants of Beer site at the entrance to Knoxville's Old City is reportedly on track for a 175-key Moxy by Marriott hotel. A loan is reported to cover 77% of the total project cost, and the hotel is reportedly scheduled to open in 2028. A New Chapter For...

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Blount County Women Entrepreneurs Serve Up Sweet Success

Meet two women entrepreneurs behind Blount County bakeries Wildflour Bakery and Kooky Cookies, and discover their sweet success stories. Beneath the Smoky Mountain skies, Blount County is teeming with women-owned businesses sharing smiles and sweets. Their journeys look different, but they all followed their callings, leaving their community far better (and far tastier) for it.

Blount County, TN · 14h

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NaanStop Indian Cuisine Opens November 11 at BIR Travel Center in Dandridge – 30% Off Veterans and Active Military

NaanStop Indian Cuisine Opens November 11 at BIR Travel Center in Dandridge. A new dining destination is arriving in Jefferson County as NaanStop Indian Cuisine officially opens on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, at the BIR Travel Center, conveniently located on Interstate 40 at Exit 412 in Dandridge, Tennessee. The opening...

Dandridge, TN · 1d

WATE

Knoxville Opera concert with US Army Chorus held to honor veterans

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Knoxville Opera held its “Voices of Valor” event Sunday afternoon honoring veterans. The United States Army Chorus performed at the event as did the Tennessee Wind Symphony, Knoxville Opera soloists and the Military Voices of East Tennessee. Jason Hardy with the Knoxville Opera explained that “Voices of Valor” is meant […]

Knoxville, TN · 2d

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Knoxville's Sunsphere getting a new look with third phase of upgrades

The Sunsphere has been part of Knoxville's skyline since the 1982 World's Fair. Now, Visit Knoxville and the city are working together on a new project to make the landmark shine in a whole new way. The Sunsphere is expected to undergo its third phase of improvements, which will add...

Knoxville, TN · 2d

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Tennessee warns executions could grind to a halt if Christa Pike's lawyers see a single drug label: court docs

Tennessee officials warn that exposing their pentobarbital supplier could halt all future executions after Christa Pike survived two lethal doses.

Tennessee · 12h

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Blount County Economic Growth: 4 Developments to Know

Explore four developments driving Blount County economic growth, from Alcoa’s business districts to downtown Maryville and Townsend. Blount County is experiencing impressive growth, especially when it comes to distinct, fast-growing micro-economies and mixed-use districts. Throughout the region, businesses are opening, growing and thriving, and residents and tourists alike are reaping the rewards. We’re shining a spotlight on four places that are or will be major contributors to this business environment.

Blount County, TN · 1d

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State grant helps Newport rebuild downtown after Hurricane Helene

NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — A state grant is giving Newport another opportunity to rebuild its downtown after Hurricane Helene damaged buildings and flooded parts of the city. Newport and Lenoir City each received funding through the state’s Downtown Improvement Grant program to help revitalize their downtown areas. East Tennessee received a combined $470,000. For Newport […]

Newport, TN · 15h

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Blount County Animal Center Dog of the Week: Blu

Over in Blount County, a family was putting together their Thanksgiving Day table. They had the tablecloth, candles, place settings, and of course, the main centerpiece, the cornucopia. Stuffed with apples, pears, grapes, and flowers, it sat right in the middle of the table. Suddenly, it started to rock back and forth, and a few apples toppled out of it. As the family leaned in closer to get a look, a tiny, furry paw shot out of the horn, accompanied by a strange panting. The smell of Fritos enveloped the room as the cutest little face burst out. “Hi! I’m Blu, and I’m thankful for food!” Blu cried. Blu decided to help the family plan out their Thanksgiving meal. “I think we’ll start with some bacon-wrapped bacon, then some bacon and green beans, sans green beans. For our main course, I think it should be turkey. Can we stuff it with bacon?” Blu asked. When the dinner was ready, everyone went around the table to say what they were thankful for. When it was Blu’s turn, he thought long and hard. He was certainly thankful for a lot of things, like toys and treats, but what he really wanted was

Blount County, TN · 23h

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US District Court opens the door for religious group seeking to establish religious charter school in Knoxville

A United States District Court ruled that Tennessee cannot require charter schools to operate as "nonreligious" in order to participate in a public benefit program. This comes after a lawsuit from the proposed Wilberforce Academy of Knoxville.

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Marine Lt. Col. (retired) David McMillan: He’s back at Knox County Rescue

Writer Ella Winter, in a 1937 discussion conversation with novelist Thomas Wolfe, said: “Don’t you know you can’t go home again?” Wolfe then asked Winter for permission to use the phrase as the title of his new novel “You Can’t Go Home Again” – published in 1940 after he died. His hometown was Asheville, NC.

Knox County, TN · 1d

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Introducing ‘Likely’ Republican Replacement for Tennessee Senator Marsha Blackburn: WWE Wrestler Kane

The inside "favorite" to replace Sen. Marsha Blackburn (R-TN) once she heads for the governor's office in January is reportedly a former WWE wrestler. Glenn Jacobs, once known as the wrestler Kane in the WWE, is a former Knox County mayor who is Libertarian-leaning and a close ally of former congressman Ron Paul. According to The Washington Sun, Jacobs has emerged as the frontrunner to replace Blackburn in the Senate once she heads to the governor's office on Jan. 16.

Knox County, TN · 3d

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