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When Can You Receive a COVID-19 Vaccine?

When Can You Receive a COVID-19 Vaccine?

Governor Bill Lee says the state passed a milestone in distributing COVID-19 vaccines Tuesday, but there is “still work ahead of us.” The governor says the state has administered more than one million doses of the vaccine and remains committed to “getting the shots in the arms of Tennesseans who need it most.” The Tennessee…MORE

TBI Needs Help to Find a Fugitive out of Knoxville

TBI Needs Help to Find a Fugitive out of Knoxville

The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation needs your help to find a fugitive. Derrick Kellen Mitchell is wanted out of Knoxville for Conspiracy to Distribute over 50 grams of Methamphetamine and Money Laundering. If you have any information you are asked to call 1-800-TBI-FIND.MORE

Protests Break Out in Washington DC

Protests Break Out in Washington DC

Authorities issued a curfew in Washington DC for Wednesday night.  Protestors stormed the Capitol Building during the afternoon as Congress was debating the results of the Electoral College.  Officers locked down the building, the FBI and Secret Service were also called in to help restore peace. Protesters tore down metal barricades at the bottom of…MORE

Suspect Arrested in Shooting of Nashville Nurse

Suspect Arrested in Shooting of Nashville Nurse

Metro Nashville Police have announced the arrest of a suspect in the shooting of a Nashville nurse.   21-year-old Devaunte L. Hill was taken into custody by a SWAT team this morning from his East Nashville apartment for the shooting of nurse, Caitlyn Kaufman on December 3. Reports show Hill and Kaufman did not know…MORE

Maryville Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen

Maryville Police Asking for Help Finding Missing Teen

Maryville Police are asking for help finding a missing 15-year-old.   Natalie Witty went missing Saturday (November 28) and was wearing a camo jacket, an orange and yellow tank top, and blue jeans.   You can see a picture of Natalie below. Her measurements are 5’8” and 130 pounds.   If you have any information…MORE

KPD Searching for Suspect in a Shooting on Daylily Drive

KPD Searching for Suspect in a Shooting on Daylily Drive

The Knoxville Police Department is searching for a suspect in a shooting. Police responded to the 1100 block of Daylily Drive around 9 last (Sunday) night. They found a male victim in front of an apartment complex suffering from multiple gunshot wounds. The victim was transported to the UT Medical Center, where he remains in…MORE

Over 1,200 Education Job Openings in TN

Over 1,200 Education Job Openings in TN

School districts all across Tennessee are in need of teachers and support staff with over 1,200 openings across the state. The state blames the pandemic for limiting traditional recruiting methods.   From teachers to substitutes, to bus drivers there’s a need. School Superintendents across the state are saying they are confident they can fill the…MORE

TBI Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Oak Ridge

TBI Investigating Officer Involved Shooting in Oak Ridge

The TBI is investigating after a man was shot and killed by police Saturday night. Oak Ridge Police got a call of a man in need of assistance around 9:30 p.m. at a home on the 100 block of Briar Road. Officers say they found 41-year-old Fred John Henry Arcera armed with two knifes. Officials…MORE

Gov. Lee Signs Heartbeat Bill, But it is Blocked by a Federal Judge

Gov. Lee Signs Heartbeat Bill, But it is Blocked by a Federal Judge

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee signed what is being called the “Heartbeat Bill” on Monday. The bill requires an ultrasound before an abortion and prevents abortions after a fetal heartbeat is detected. A heartbeat can be detected as early as six weeks into pregnancy.   Additionally, the bill denies abortions based on a child’s potential for…MORE

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Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

Fanboy Expo July 11th-13th- Knoxville Convention Center

Don’t miss Tennessee’s Largest Pop Culture Event, Fanboy Expo on July 11th-13th, 2025 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Come see why over 30,000 fans have attended our Summer events featuring Celebrity Guests, Comic Industry Pros, Cosplay, Vendors, Live Entertainment and much more!

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Painting with a Purpose! (with McLain’s Painting Service)

Update: Congratulations to Childhelp Tennessee (Knoxville Services)! They have won a fresh coat of paint up $10,000 from Sherman Williams and McLain’s Painting! Thanks to all those who nominated their favorite Non-profits as yet again it was an extremely tough decision with many great candidates! Painting of the Childhelp Knoxville location will take place on July 19th by McLain’s Painting.