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Zoo Knoxville Announces Names for Their Red Wolf Pups and Bat-Eared Fox Kits
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Zoo Knoxville Announces Names for Their Red Wolf Pups and Bat-Eared Fox Kits

Knoxville, TN (Story courtesy of WVLT/WOKI) – Zoo Knoxville announcing names for some of their newest residents after asking for votes to name them. After going through more than 700 entries, the zoo narrowed the list down to five for each species their new red wolf pups and bat-eared fox kits.. The options that were…MORE

FORMER POLICE OFFICER INDICTED, ACCUSED OF OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT
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FORMER POLICE OFFICER INDICTED, ACCUSED OF OFFICIAL MISCONDUCT

Johnson City, TN (WOKI) An investigation by special agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has resulted in the indictment of a now-former Johnson City officer. In June 2024, at the request of 1st Judicial District Attorney General Steve Finney, TBI agents began investigating allegations of misconduct involving Connor Cooper. Michael Dunavant was appointed by…MORE

Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Now Open For KCS Families
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Free and Reduced-Price Meal Applications Now Open For KCS Families

Knox County Schools is announcing its policy for free and reduced-price meals for children served in schools under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program. The 2025-26 school year begins on Aug. 7, and families that are unable to pay for breakfast and lunch meals at school – or do not attend a…MORE

The Knox County Schools Board of Education Passes New Cell Phone Policy on First Reading, Approves Construction Plan for an Elementary School and Talks Job Cuts during Meeting

The Knox County Schools Board of Education Passes New Cell Phone Policy on First Reading, Approves Construction Plan for an Elementary School and Talks Job Cuts during Meeting

The Knox County Schools Board of Education passing a new cell phone policy plan on first reading. The school board decided during last night’s (Thursday) meeting they want to ban cell phone use across all grades. This is happening due to a new State Law requiring all school districts to have a plan in place…MORE

Suspect Sentenced in Chase and Officer-Involved Shooting in Anderson County
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Suspect Sentenced in Chase and Officer-Involved Shooting in Anderson County

The man involved in an officer-involved shooting in Anderson County is sentenced and will spend time behind bars. 27-year-old Dylan Phillips is accused of leading Campbell County Sheriff’s Office and the Anderson County Sheriff’s Office on a chase in December of last year. The chase ended on I-75 when Phillips pulled over and pointed a…MORE

KCDC Looking for Other Funding Options After ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Cuts Grant Meant for East Knoxville Improvements
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KCDC Looking for Other Funding Options After ‘Big, Beautiful Bill’ Cuts Grant Meant for East Knoxville Improvements

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Story courtesy of WVLT) – The City of Knoxville and the Knoxville Community Development Corporation will now look for other ways to fund an East Knoxville project after losing the money with the “Big, Beautiful Bill” passing in Washington, D.C. “Obviously it’s disappointing,” CEO of KCDC Ben Bentley said. The $42.7 million project…MORE

MEDIC Regional Blood Center Donors Receiving Dollywood Ticket July 21 – 25
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MEDIC Regional Blood Center Donors Receiving Dollywood Ticket July 21 – 25

WHO: MEDIC Regional Blood Center and Dollywood WHAT: MEDIC Blood Donors to Receive Dollywood Ticket WHEN: July 21 – 25 – Appointment Only! WHERE: Donor Centers and Mobile Drives WHY: Dollywood is helping MEDIC celebrate blood donors who make a successful blood donation from July 21st – 25th. Deferred donors will not receive a Dollywood…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.