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Tennessee Snow Winter Advisory Tonight: Up to 4 Inches by Saturday Nov 14

Up to 4 inches of snow and 35 mph winds could make Smoky Mountain highways slippery through Saturday.

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This Hidden Tennessee Rail Trail Offers 5.6 Miles Of Shady Paths Without Steep Climbs

Old railroad posts still stand along this path, painted white and square, like the trains never got the memo. Mileage signs nearby ask you to find chirping crickets and wildflowers. I have to admit, that sounds like a scavenger hunt I’d actually enjoy. The route follows a railroad bed...

Athens, TN · 3d
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The Connection

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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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Wells Tavern Brings Scottish Pub Culture to Maryville, TN

Wells Tavern brings Scottish pub culture, local history and community spirit to downtown Maryville, Tennessee. When Alice Basler and Eric Chadwell traveled through the UK, they fell in love with the warmth and camaraderie of traditional pubs. That inspiration led them home to Maryville, where they spent countless hours bringing Wells Tavern to life.

Maryville, TN · 4d
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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 · 23h

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Car Lovers Could Spend Hours Exploring This Museum-Like Lot Near Knoxville

A Tennessee car lot where the classics keep going, barn after barn, sounds like a dream for anyone who loves chrome. Muscle cars, Corvettes, Mustangs, and even a Rolls-Royce or two can share the same property. The cars aren’t the only eye candy, either. Guitars and nostalgic memorabilia add to...

Maryville, TN · 10d

WATE

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Loudon launches study on improvements to 8-mile stretch of State Route 72

LOUDON, Tenn. (WATE) — The City of Loudon is seeking feedback from residents and commuters on how to improve a busy stretch of roadway. The city will evaluate transportation needs and identify potential improvements to State Route 72 between Vonore Road and Prospect Church Road. The SR-72 Corridor Study aims to enhance safety, mobility, access, […]

Loudon, TN · 19h

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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 · 3d

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Coldest air of the season so far moves in to start the weekend

Turning much colder through Friday Morning with temperatures dipping into the mid/upper 30s (some areas north near 32) Breezy and much colder Friday with highs only in the upper 40s to lower 50s. Some flurries are possible at higher elevations of the Plateau. Some accumulating snow at the higher peaks eastern Monroe Co and northward into the Smoky Mountains Friday into Saturday Morning.

Monroe County, TN · 1d

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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....

Tennessee · 22h

News-Herald

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Homecoming Spirit at Greenback School

Greenback School students, preK-12, were encouraged to participate in dress-up days and decoration competitions in honor of homecoming. Powder Puff football games and cheerleading were held and enjoyed by the entire high school and community. The freshman team beat the seniors, and many high school boys delivered cheer routines that won’t be soon forgotten! The high school spirit competition winner was announced at the pep rally, and though it was a close call, it was won by the sophomore class, who decorated their hallway in Tennessee Football theme. At the game, this year’s homecoming queen was announced; senior Addyson Breedlove won. On the week of Oct. 19-23, Greenback students and faculty hosted a “Pink Week” where everyone was encouraged to wear pink in support of breast cancer awareness. On Oct. 23 Greenback School won the Second Harvest Food Bank Can collection for the Game of the Week. Additionally on Oct. 23, many community members gathered to watch the ribbon cutting of the new Auxiliary Gym that was part of the building project at Greenback. This gym will host PE classes for all grades and help with practice for our athletes. On Oct. 28, Fort Loudoun Electric Cooperative’s Amy Kirkland met

Greenback, TN · 2d

The Daily Times

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City council approves requests for possible hotel development, other business

Maryville could see construction begin on two new hotels in the coming year. On Nov. 3, the Maryville City Council authorized City Manager Greg McClain to begin negotiations with BCP Properties LLC for commercial development of a portion of the Laurel Branch Park subdivision. According to staff notes, BCP submitted the only proposal to develop the northern portion of an unused parcel of city-owned land at the southwest intersection of Robert C. Jackson Drive and Big Springs Road. The proposal calls for construction of a 126-room extended-stay hotel on approximately 8 acres closest to the intersection. The northern portion of the Laurel Branch Park parcel became available for commercial development in October after the City Council approved final readings of two zoning and land-use ordinances separating it from approximately 3 acres to the south, where the city plans to build a future Maryville Fire Station 4. Design and construction of the new fire station are expected to begin in 2029 and take approximately two years. No final contract had been awarded to BCP or another developer as of publication. Maryville Development Services Director Angie Luckie could not confirm whether BCP was related to Bluedog Capital Partners LLC, a Rhode Island-based

Maryville, TN · 1d

News-Herald

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41 years in the making

If you’re involved in any way at Loudon High School, you probably know Teacher Bill Brakebill. In fact, there are two Brakebills at LHS. Wiley Brakebill, former social studies teacher, is Bill’s nephew (and now one of his bosses as the assistant principal). 2026 marks 41 years of teaching at LHS for Bill Brakebill. While almost everyone knows his name, few may actually know his story. For those who don’t know, Brakebill is the longest-working teacher at LHS. He is a huge enthusiast of all LHS sports, especially football. Around the school, Mr. Brakebill is known for his traditional home game attire: a Loudon tie and red boots. He teaches Algebra and serves as the school’s historian, answering any question one may have about LHS history. At this point in his career, he’s taught up to three generations. In fact, he said, ”I remember the first time one girl asked me if I remembered, and she told me somebody’s name and I said, yeah, who is that to you? And she said, oh, that was my mama. And I couldn’t believe it. And since then, I probably taught, 50 or 60 kids of formal students. In fact, I’ve already taught

Loudon, TN · 2d

WATE

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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 · 3d

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Flood aftermath sparks Polk Co. parents’ anger as schools stay open despite damages

POLK COUNTY, Tenn. — Some Polk County parents say they were disheartened by the decision to keep schools open Monday, just days after catastrophic flooding hit the area. As residents in and around Copperhill continue cleaning up, parents told school leaders they were worried about sending children to class while families are still dealing with damage and transportation challenges.

Polk County, TN · 3d

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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 · 1d

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Lenoir City Voters Greenlight Liquor Stores, Officials Now Face 60-Day Rules Scramble

Lenoir City voters have cleared the way for standalone liquor stores inside city limits, approving a referendum by a 64.6%-to-35.4% margin, but the vote itself is only the first step. City officials now have 60 days after election results are certified to write the rules that will actually govern how those stores operate.

Lenoir City, TN · 2d