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More events announced for Sweetwater's 150 year anniversary
Additional events have been announced for the City of Sweetwater’s 150 year celebration next year, during their monthly city commission workshop. Larry Rotters, a member of the 150 Year Celebration Planning Committee, provided both an update and a historical lesson to the city commission. “On December of 1875, Sweetwater officially became incorporated as a town in Monroe County, Tennessee. Today we are here to share with you an update on...
Bridge named in honor of fallen Blount County Deputy Greg McCowan
BLOUNT COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — The new bridge along Big Springs Road in Friendsville has been named after fallen Deputy Greg McCowan three months after his death. Family, friends and Blount County Sheriff’s deputies including Deputy Shelby Eggers were in attendance for the bridge dedication. The new bridge shines as a bright spot on a […]
Local baseball talent shines, All-District distinctions awarded
Several Loudon County baseball players and coaches recently earned All-District distinctions for their efforts throughout the 2024 season. This year, 19 players along with two All-District coaches of the year were awarded. And this year’s selections also included one defensive player of the year, one co-offensive player of the year, two pitchers of the year, and one All-District MVP. LOUDON REDSKINS ...
Loudon Baseball secures Region 3 Runner-Up, punches ticket to Sectionals
The Loudon High School baseball team competed in the Region 3 Tournament over the weekend. The tournament was held at Signal Mountain High School. While the Redskins fell to Signal Mountain 11-1 in just five innings on Saturday, they were able to mount comebacks against Heritage and Soddy Daisy high schools — winning both elimination games 4-2 on Sunday! They will now face off in a three-game series against Tullahoma...
Two future Vols contribute in Farragut's series opening win versus Science Hill
Two future Tennessee baseball players made contributions for Farragut High School in its victory in game No. 1 of TSSAA state sectionals on Wednesday. The contest took place in Farragut, Tennessee. Farragut defeated Science Hill High School, 9-4, to open a best-of-three series. Center fielder Brennon Seigler went 2-for-4 for...
Baseball Recap: Marion County's loss ends four-game winning streak at home
It's hard to turn regular season success into postseason wins, a fact Marion County can now relate to. They took a 5-1 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Alcoa Tornadoes on Wednesday. Marion County's loss signaled the end of their seven-game winning streak. Brayden Abney spent...
Oak Ridge Outdoor Pool opens May 24
The Oak Ridge Outdoor Pool opens for the season beginning Memorial Day weekend. The pool will open from 3 to 6 p.m. Friday, May 24. For opening weekend, it will be open from noon to 6 p.m. Saturday, May 25 through Monday, May 27, according to a city news release.
Softball Recap: Wartburg Central's loss ends 12-game winning streak at home
It was a good run, but Wartburg Central unfortunately witnessed the end of their nine-game winning streak on Wednesday. They fell just short of the Oliver Springs Bobcats by a score of 6-4. Wartburg Central was given a dose of their own medicine in this game as Oliver Springs apparently hadn't forgotten their loss the last time these teams played last Saturday.
Grief support group for parents, grandparents meets June 10 in Oak Ridge
A Grief Support Group for parents and grandparents who have lost children will hold its monthly meeting Monday June 10, 1:30-3 p.m., at First United Methodist Church in Room 203. The group offers parents and grandparents an opportunity to understand and express their grief in a confidential setting, according to...
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. ...
Stay aware! East Tennessee could see more strong storms tonight
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — People in East Tennessee should stay alert Tuesday night for the possibility of some strong to potentially severe storms. All of East Tennessee is under a marginal to slight risk for severe weather on Tuesday. The worst storms are expected to arrive between 6 to 11 p.m.
Police find missing Oak Ridge teen
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT)—Officers with the Oak Ridge Police Department were looking for a missing 16-year-old who was last seen Saturday. She has since been found safe. According to police, Elsie Barber was last seen leaving her home on foot around 10 p.m., wearing a grey sweatshirt, grey sweatpants and dark Converse shoes. ORPD officials also said she was considered endangered since she does not have access to her medication.
T-BART gathers 1100 people for this year's Bratfest
Through rain and sunshine, Tellico Boaters Assistance Response Team or T-BART brought together 1,100 people to Tellico Village on May 6 for its annual “Bratfest” fundraiser. Every year on the first Monday of May, Tellico Village residents and Loudon County guests gather at the Yacht Club at Tellico Village to support T-BART during its only major fundraiser … and enjoy all-you-can-eat brats, sides, drinks, good music and good fellowship. WHAT...
Man facing 16 charges after string of car burglaries, Kingston police say
KINGSTON, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Kingston Police Department said a man faces numerous charges after breaking into several cars earlier this month. KPD said they received five reports of eight different cars being broken into on May 3 in the area of First Street, Roane Street, and Spencer Street. Several...
The Arc Anderson County, serving people with disabilities, needs help from community
The Arc Anderson County supports and advocates for people of all ages with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD) in Anderson, Morgan and Roane counties. A grassroots, family-formed organization for those with I/DD, The Arc has been a staple in the community since 1955. They are now asking the community for...
Read this woman's story of her mother's work in the "Secret City"
Written by Anna Caryl Guffey and presented to the Shakespeare Club of Hopkinsville, Kentucky. It was provided to me by Stephen Ray who contacted me for a tour of Oak Ridge and reciprocated with a tour of the Clarksville Base at Fort Campbell. When I spoke to Anna Caryl, she...
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