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TDEC SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR FAST CHARGE TN NETWORK GRANTS
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TDEC SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR FAST CHARGE TN NETWORK GRANTS

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has released its second solicitation for Light Duty Zero Emission Vehicle Supply Equipment projects under the Fast Charge TN Network grant program. Funds are available for local power companies, for-profit or non-profit organizations, and government entities, including local governments or public institutions of higher education based…MORE

TDOT with a Special Traffic Alert for I-275 in Knox County
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TDOT with a Special Traffic Alert for I-275 in Knox County

KNOXVILLE – Motorists traveling on I-275 in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a significant impact on traffic. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 11, I-275 will be closed in each direction as crews work to replace the bridge over Elm Street and Bernard Avenue.  Motorists can bypass the…MORE

Morgan Wallen Foundation Sending 35 Kids to Salvation Army’s Camp Paradise Valley

Morgan Wallen Foundation Sending 35 Kids to Salvation Army’s Camp Paradise Valley

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Over 30 kids will be able to attend camp this summer thanks to a generous donation from the Morgan Wallen Foundation. Thirty-five kids will attend the Knoxville Salvation Army’s Camp Paradise Valley, a camp focusing on instruction in the arts and music. Representatives with the Salvation Army say the $15,000 donation from…MORE

Pigeon Forge City Commission Announces New City Manager

Pigeon Forge City Commission Announces New City Manager

Pigeon Forge, TN (WOKI) The city of Pigeon Forge has a new city manager. City commissioners announcing Friday that Mayor David Wear has been selected for the role, filling the vacancy left by the retirement, after more than four decades, of Earlene Teaster. Aside from public service, Wear is also currently the vice president of…MORE

KUB Power Supply Returns to Normal

KUB Power Supply Returns to Normal

Request for customers to conserve energy has been lifted Knoxville, TN – KUB is returning to normal operations following a period of increased electricity demand caused by extremely high temperatures. The regional power grid operated by Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is also returning to normal operations following the increase in demand. The public appeal to conserve energy…MORE

Knoxville Food Pantry Asking for Help as Supplies Dwindle

Knoxville Food Pantry Asking for Help as Supplies Dwindle

Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) A Knoxville food pantry is asking for extra help as it says it’s critically low on several staple items. The KAPA Kitchen Food Pantry is run by the Knoxville Academy of Medicine Foundation. “Right now, our need is greater than ever,” said Rob Patrick, Executive Director of the Knoxville Academy…MORE

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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.

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