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The Oak Ridger

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Oak Ridge renovates 70 units for affordable housing

The Tennessee Housing Development Agency joined the Oak Ridge Housing Authority (ORHA) last Thursday, Nov. 5, to celebrate the rehabilitation of 70 housing units at four Oak Ridge sites, now known as the Secret City Collective. In an emailed response to The Oak Ridger's questions, Maria Catron, who leads the Oak Ridge Housing Authority and Oak Ridge Community Development Corp., said the 70 residences on Joel Lane, LaSalle Road, Irene Lane and Van Hicks Road have been renovated, while exterior landscaping and paving are being completed. The 70 housing units were formerly public housing, she said, but are now "affordable housing units with project-based Section 8 assistance." Each rehabilitation project includes updates such as new heating, ventilation and air-conditioning (HVAC) systems, roof replacement, flooring upgrades and aesthetic enhancements within each unit, as well as renovations to site amenities to help preserve affordable housing and improve residents’ quality of life, the Tennessee Housing Development Agency (THDA) explained in a news release. The project was financed in part through low-income housing tax credits previously awarded by THDA. In addition, ORHA will continue its partnership with Ridgeview Behavioral Health Services to provide mental and behavioral health services to residents through the Horizons Peer

Oak Ridge, TN · 2d

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Cumberland Plateau Retirees Swear By The Slower Pace And Low Costs In Monterey, Tennessee

Some retirement plans start with a spreadsheet, and some start with a highway exit nobody else seems to take. On the Cumberland Plateau in Tennessee, a small town of fewer than 3,000 people has quietly become a talking point for folks who want their days to move slower and their budgets to stretch further.

Monterey, TN · 11h
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Crossville Breaks Ground on Major Retail Development

Dirt is officially flying in Cumberland County for a major new shopping hub. Crossville Mayor RJ Crawford led a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday for Crossville Commons, a development on Genesis Road bringing several national retailers to the area. Crawford credited Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton and State Senator Paul Bailey for their vital legislative contributions at the state level, particularly in helping secure sales tax increment financing to make the project viable. The retail center will feature a lineup of national brands, including Hobby Lobby, ALDI, Marshalls, Burlington, and PetSmart. During the event, Cumberland County Mayor Allen Foster dedicated his ceremonial shovel turn to the late former Crossville Mayor James Mayberry, recognizing his early work in laying the foundation for local retail expansion. The center is expected to open in early 2028.

Crossville, TN · 3d
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These schools could face closure as Knox County Schools tries to cut $4 million from budget

Knox County Schools is looking at how to cut $4 million from its budget, and four elementary schools could be affected as district leaders consider ways to reduce spending.

Knox County, TN · 5d

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Tennessee Pumps $10M Into Rural Mental Health, Targets Seven New Counties by 2027

Seven more Tennessee counties are set to get embedded mental health teams inside their local health departments, after the state landed a five-year, $10 million federal grant aimed at closing gaps in rural behavioral health care. Anderson, Cumberland, Hawkins, Bradley, Coffee, Montgomery and Tipton counties are the new additions, with officials hoping to have services running by early 2027.

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Disruptive threats pile up at Knox County schools, but fall from national highs

Threats made at schools are hugely disruptive. Everyone has to evacuate , police officers sweep and secure school grounds, and the community is left feeling uneasy after a student makes an oftentimes impulsive decision. After Hardin Valley Middle School administrators got tired of responding to threats – especially vague ones scribbled on restroom walls, which they have to take seriously nonetheless – they called on parents and volunteers to step in as monitors. Now all restrooms are closed during class time. Students can only go in one at a time, signing in and out when they do, with an adult volunteer checking the restroom between visits. "It's almost like a daily thing now. We need to get the word out to not only our kids, but have them have conversations with their friends about how this can backfire on them, how this can make them juvenile delinquents," said Lee Ann Eaves, the Hardin Valley school board representative. Police have responded to 98 calls for threats at Knox County Schools in 2026. Threats are defined as "any kind of verbal or written messaging with intent to cause mass destruction or (mass) casualty." Get the Daily Briefing newsletter: Keep up with the

Knox County, 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 · 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 · 2d

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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 · 3d

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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 · 1d

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Christmas markets in Gatlinburg, Knoxville, Pigeon Forge to brighten the holidays

Knoxville is the Maker City , and there's something special about buying local for the holidays. These holiday craft fairs are a great way to check off your list, enjoy the lights, music, scents and tastes of the season while chatting with the people who actually make their own products to find something that's just right for your friends and family. Each has its own vibe, from spending time outdoors to highlighting true craftsmanship to offering hot cocoa, sweet treats and chances to see Santa! Did we miss your holiday market? Please email the details to devarrick.turner@knoxnews.com. 2026 Knoxville Christmas Fair 2-8 p.m. Nov. 6; 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 7; noon-5 p.m. Nov. 8 | Knoxville Expo Center, 5441 Clinton Highway in Knoxville | christmasfairtn.com The Christmas Fair offers visitors a chance to shop, eat and celebrate the season under one roof. Rows of festive booths feature handmade gifts, ornaments, seasonal décor and one-of-a-kind crafts. There’s also a chance for kids to meet Santa Claus for photos and share their Christmas wishes. Together, the family can enjoy festive treats, hot cocoa, kettle corn, face painting and personalized ornaments. Wonders of Light Christmas Village 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Nov. 13-15 and Nov.

Knoxville, TN · 2d

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Knox County woman mistakenly flagged as convicted felon during early voting

After 18 years away from the ballot box, Stephanie White was ready to make her voice heard. But when she went to Knox County's Downtown West polling location during early voting, workers told her she was flagged in the system as a convicted felon. "He turned the screen so that...

Knox County, TN · 3d

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Three East Tennessee counties to get mental health clinicians through grant

ANDERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee government plans to hire mental health clinicians to serve several rural counties using a federal grant. Tennessee plans to use part of a $10 million grant to expand its Co-located Mental Health Services at County Health Departments program into Anderson, Cumberland, Hawkins, Bradley, Coffee, Montgomery, and Tipton Counties.

Anderson County, TN · 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 · 2d

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Knox County party chairs cite prices, candidates after House seat flips to Democrats

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A House seat in Knox County flipped to Democratic parties on midterm election night. The results across the country surprised Republicans and Democrats in Knox County. Republicans say party must listen to voters. Knox County Republican party chairman Martin Daniel said Republicans have not been productive....

Knox County, TN · 2d

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Flu Is Spiking Early in East Tennessee, and a Dolly Parton Children's Hospital Pediatrician Lists What Parents Should Have Ready Before a Sick Day

Flu is spiking early in East Tennessee. Dolly Parton Children's Hospital pediatrician Dr. Andrea Horbey lists what parents should have ready before a sick day. The post Flu Is Spiking Early in East Tennessee, and a Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital Pediatrician Lists What Parents Should Have Ready Before a Sick Day appeared first on parentdiaries.com .

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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 · 2d

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Wear Farm Park temporarily closes after bear reported

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) -Wear Farm Park in Pigeon Forge has been temporarily closed due to a bear sighting. Officials say that it is due to an abundance of caution and will be closed beginning the afternoon of Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026. The city posted on social media that the Tennessee...

Pigeon Forge, TN · 1d

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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 · 2d

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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.

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