Gatlinburg police reminding people that as spring is here so are the bears. Officials say whether you live here or are visiting the area, it is important to take proper precautions to remain BearWise. In April, three bears were killed because they had been conditioned to eat human food. If you see a bear, be…… MORE
Newport, TN (WOKI) The U.S. Forest Service announcing Wednesday that crews would be closing a portion of Rocky Top Road in the Cherokee National Forest for road repairs in June. According to officials, Rocky Top Road, also known as NFSR 402, was damaged by stormy weather, prompting the need for work from mile 2.22 to…… MORE
GATLINBURG, Tenn.— Great Smoky Mountains National Park will host its annual synchronous firefly viewing opportunity at Elkmont from May 29-June 5. The public can apply for this opportunity by entering a lottery for a vehicle reservation through https://www.recreation.gov/ticket/facility/233374? . The lottery for reservation applications opens on Friday, May 2 at 10 a.m. EDT and closes on Monday, May…… MORE
Applications for Tennessee’s Education Freedom Scholarship program launch in less than a month for all families across the state. According to the state Department of Education, the majority of the 210 schools eligible to participate in the program intend doing so. Here’s a full list of private schools in East Tennessee that intend to accept…… MORE
Visit Knoxville says Knox County residents can enjoy free local Sunsphere days from May through October. Those with a physical copy of their Knox County driver’s license can visit the observation deck on the fourth floor for free on the following dates: May 2 June 6 August 1 September 5 October 3 Officials with Visit…… MORE
Three different individuals have been indicted for murder charges following two separate Knoxville Police Department-led Drug Related Death Task Force investigations into overdose deaths. Last week, Amanda Martin, DOB 8/21/84, and George Joslin, DOB 9/5/79, were indicted by a Knox County Grand Jury for second-degree murder as well as sale and delivery of methamphetamine and…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Internal Revenue Service announces tax relief for the entire state of Tennessee affected by severe storms, tornadoes, flooding and more that began in early April. The IRS says that Tennessee taxpayers will now have until November 3rd to file federal individual and business tax returns and make tax payments. The IRS…… MORE
The Tennessee Department of Education has released a checklist for families interested in getting state money to send their children to private school. The checklist centers on the controversial Education Freedom Scholarship Program, also known as the school voucher bill which uses state dollars to families interested in private school. That bill passed at the…… MORE
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Nashville, TN (WSMV) Country music icon Dolly Parton is bringing her signature sparkle to the fashion world. The limited edition denim line is called “Dolly’s Joleans,” named after her famous song “Jolene.” Parton is collaborating with the brand Good American, which was co-founded by Khloé Kardashian. The brand is the…… MORE
Maryville, TN (WOKI) The federal government has canceled almost $1 million in food shipments to East Tennessee’s Second Harvest Food Bank. Officials with Second Harvest say 21 tractor-trailer loads, more than 370,000 pounds of food, are paused due to a federal review of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Commodities Credit Corporation, the funding source for…… MORE
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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!
Join us on Saturday, June 28th at the Knoxville Expo Center for SportsFest! This indoor festival celebrates all things sports!
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!
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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