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Concerts on the Square Returning to Downtown Knoxville
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Concerts on the Square Returning to Downtown Knoxville

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The City of Knoxville has announced free live music will soon return to downtown Knoxville. Concerts on the Square will be held on Tuesdays in May, June and September, and on Third Thursdays from May through September, all from 7-9 p.m. The festivities kick off on May 6 with the first…MORE

The Alternative was to do Nothing’ | Blount County DA Calls for Change after Former Gym Teacher‘s Sentencing
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The Alternative was to do Nothing’ | Blount County DA Calls for Change after Former Gym Teacher‘s Sentencing

MARYVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The Blount County District Attorney behind the sentencing of a former gym teacher accused of inappropriately touching students released a statement explaining the laws as they currently stand and his reasoning behind the charges. Joseph Dalton is a former gym teacher who was recently sentenced for several charges of assault against…MORE

Synchronous Firefly Lottery and Viewing Dates for 2025

Synchronous Firefly Lottery and Viewing Dates for 2025

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

Three Indicted for Murder Charges Following Two Separate Drug Related Death Task Force Investigations
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Three Indicted for Murder Charges Following Two Separate Drug Related Death Task Force Investigations

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

IRS Extends Filing Deadline for Tennessee Residents
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IRS Extends Filing Deadline for Tennessee Residents

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

Tennessee Department of Education Releases Checklist to Receive State Money to Send Children to Private School

Tennessee Department of Education Releases Checklist to Receive State Money to Send Children to Private School

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

“Dolly’s Joleans” Bring Country and Glam in Dolly’s New Denim Fashion Line

“Dolly’s Joleans” Bring Country and Glam in Dolly’s New Denim Fashion Line

(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

Parkwide Fire Ban in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

Parkwide Fire Ban in Great Smoky Mountains National Park

GATLINBURG, Tenn.—Due to dry conditions, low relative humidity, a continued high fire danger, and forecasted high winds, the National Park Service (NPS) is instituting an immediate ban on all campfires and charcoal use in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. This fire ban will remain in effect until further notice on both the Tennessee and North…MORE

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