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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 […]
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Fresh Sushi, Crawfish, And A Hibachi Grill Draw Tennessee Diners To This Huge Knoxville Buffet
Some buffets give you a few trays and call it a day, but one spot in west Knoxville seems to have missed that memo entirely. Its lineup stretches across sushi, crawfish, made-to-order hibachi, Chinese favorites, Southern sides, and a dessert bar with ice cream. Groups of thirty or more fit...
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Two Vols earn weekly football honors
Two Tennessee football players earned SEC and national weekly honors after Week 10. Seniors Arion Carter and Qua Moss earned weekly awards following their performances in the Vols', 34-6, victory over Kentucky on Nov. 7, at Neyland Stadium. Carter, a linebacker, was named SEC Defensive Player of the Week, while Moss, a defensive back, was named as the Shriners Children's East-West Bowl Defensive Player of the Week. Carter totaled with a game-high and season-best 13 tackles against the Wildcats. He also set career highs with four tackles for a loss and two sacks. Carter, a Butkus Award semifinalist and Campbell Trophy finalist, became the fifth FBS player in the last 11-plus seasons to record 13 tackles, four tackles for a loss and two sacks. The last was Indiana's T.J. Simmons, who accomplished the feat against Michigan State on Oct. 24, 2015. Moss recorded a career-high nine tackles against Kentucky. He also had two forced fumbles, one sack, one quarterback hurry and one pass breakup. The two forced fumbles were the first of his career with the Vols, and the second and third of his collegiate career. Moss became the fourth Tennessee player since 2019 to force two fumbles in a
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Oak Ridge church hosts food truck event this Friday
Grace Lutheran Church of Oak Ridge presents its TGIF: Food Truck Friday, Nov. 13, from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Friday. Everyone is welcome. Activities for children, such as face painting and games, will be led by experienced volunteers, while adults can enjoy music by Lone Mountain Stomp. The event supports Grace's longstanding food pantry charity. The November event will be held indoors and outdoors and will include: Food by Gypsy Kitchen and Razzleberry’s; A fire pit for roasting marshmallows and making s’mores outside; Conversation with Pastor Rosy around the fire pit outside; Play areas for kids of all ages, including a video game room inside; Live music by Lone Mountain Stomp, which performs classic rock, inside; Slumdog Alliance animal rescue nonprofit outside; and Wooden scrollwork crafts by Neal Vaughn. The November food truck will be Gypsy Kitchen, featuring classic Americana-style food. Dessert will be provided by Oak Ridge’s own Razzleberry's, offering a variety of ice cream. Girl Scout Troop No. 20040 will participate in the activities and serve as volunteers for the evening. Grace provides two Sunday services: a contemporary service at 9 a.m. and a traditional service at 11:15 a.m. During the school year, Sunday school is offered for
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North Knoxville's Fourth United Presbyterian Seeks Tenant as Funds Run Dry by 2027
A North Knoxville congregation that has worshipped at the corner of North Broadway and Glenwood Avenue since 1914 is now searching for an organization to lease its building, hoping to avoid closing altogether. Fourth United Presbyterian Church, whose roots date to 1886, expects its remaining funds to run out at some point in 2027, and church leaders say finding a tenant is key to keeping the congregation in its historic home.
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Public strongly supports redevelopment of Knoxville Municipal Golf Course, survey finds
The Knoxville Sports Authority has released the results of its survey asking if the Knoxville Municipal Golf Course should be redeveloped. The decision pits preservation of affordable public golf against growing demand for soccer, lacrosse and flag football fields. For Context. The city received more than 700 responses to address...
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Secret City Half Marathon to cause traffic delays
Explore Oak Ridge and the city of Oak Ridge are advising businesses, motorists and residents that several main roads and intersections will be affected by the Secret City Half Marathon & 5K on Saturday morning, Nov. 14. Race Director Hannah Fatheree anticipates more than 1,500 runners and walkers will take to Oak Ridge streets and greenways to participate in the family-friendly events. Race route maps are available on the Secret City Half Marathon website. Oak Ridge City Manager Randy Hemann told City Council at its monthly meeting on Monday night, Nov. 9, that this is more runners and walkers than in the past. Motorists should also be aware of early morning course preparations, according to a news release. While the races start at 9 a.m., volunteers will begin setting out cones along the course as early as 5:30 a.m. The Oak Ridge Police Department will direct and stop traffic where and when needed. No roads will be shut down because of the races, but motorists should expect minor delays as runners cross streets, including Melton Lake Drive and Emory Valley Road. Motorists are asked to slow down in these areas and watch for race participants. The half marathon and 5K