KNOXVILLE, TN ( Story courtesy of WVLT) – NAMI Knoxville, or the National Alliance on Mental Illnesses, is canceling their upcoming rally. According to the nonprofit’s president, it’s because of safety concerns. The rally was to be a kickoff for their main fundraiser later this year. “There was threats to the congressman, to our volunteers…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Zoo Knoxville announcing they will be offering buy one, get one half-off tickets in a limited-time promotion for the month of August. Zoo Knoxville officials say the offer includes many interactive animal experiences such as daily giraffe feedings and applies to all general admission tickets. “Guests can take advantage of this offer…… MORE
8/3/2025 Update: US 441/Newfound Gap Road is now open on the North Carolina side of the park between Cherokee and Newfound Gap. Visitors are welcome to drive this section of the road, but must turn around at the Newfound Gap Overlook. Visitors can access Kuwohi from the North Carolina side. US 441/Newfound Gap Road remains closed…… MORE
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Nashville, TN (WVLT) The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced the opening of the TN Promise Application for the high school graduating class of 2026. TN Promise provides high school graduates the opportunity to attend college tuition-free. Students can use this scholarship at any of Tennessee’s community colleges or Tennessee…… MORE
An investigation is on-going in a road rage incident involving a gun in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park which leads to the arrest of three people. Authorities say the incident involved a firearm being shot along the Spur yesterday (Thursday) morning. GSMNP law enforcement rangers responded to the shooting on the southbound Spur near…… MORE
Knoxville – As of Wednesday, July 30, 2025, there are 82,848 active registered voters in the city of Knoxville that are eligible to vote in the 2025 City of Knoxville Primary Election. A breakdown of the number of active registered voters in each Knoxville City Council district is as follows: 1st District – 12,012…… MORE
Pigeon Forge, TN (WOKI / WVLT) Dollywood Parks and Resorts has been picked as the only theme park included on Forbes’ list of best places for women to work in 2025. America’s Best Employers for Women 2025 is based on data collected through online surveys over the past three years. Dollywood made the cut for…… MORE
KNOX COUNTY, TN (Story courtesy of WVLT) – Drivers in Knox County may soon have an easier commute. It’s no secret roads around the county can get busy fast, including on Maynardville Pike. One driver said he avoids the road but is hopeful that soon he won’t have to. “I take alternate routes to avoid…… MORE
KNOXVILLE, TN ( Story courtesy of WVLT) -With a new area code coming to East Tennessee in September, 10-digit dialing will be required beginning next week. The Tennessee Public Utility Commission announced on Tuesday that starting on Aug. 5, all local calls made within the 423 area code must be dialed using 10 digits, which…… MORE
A woman is facing more than a dozen charges after almost crashing into an officer head-on and nearly hitting volunteers who were distributing food in Monroe County. Madisonville Police Department Corporal Andy Cline was patrolling Highway 411 South Saturday morning when a car being driven by 35-year-old Amanda Hayes drove off the northbound side of Highway…… MORE
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The 105th Tennessee Valley Fair is here! September 5th-14th
The 12th Annual Big Kahuna Wing Festival (now Big Kahuna Labor Day Festival) returns to World’s Fair Park on Sunday, August 31st from 3pm to 9pm!
Peace, love, and donate blood! MEDIC Regional Blood Center is offering tie-dye shirts for donors in the month of August (August 1st – 31st). Plus, MEDIC Regional Blood Center is celebrating ALYX (pronounced Alex) donors. Donate on ALYX in August and receive a special edition BLEAD by example shirt.
It’s time for the 11th Annual GermanFest where German Culture meets Southern Hospitality at this family-friendly celebration!
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