Tennessee baseball and head coach Tony Vitello released its full schedule for the 2023 season on Wednesday.… MORE
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A waitress is richer after getting a tip from former NFL star.
A waitress is richer after getting a tip from former NFL star.
Six-time pro bowler, Chad Johnson, tweeted he would be traveling to Knoxville for his daughter’s official visit with the University of Tennessee Track & Field team.
He said he would also attend the UT vs UK game, but before the game, he went to an IHOP in North Knoxville, and tweeted a picture of $14.29 bill with a $1,000 tip.
Johnson wrote on the receipt that it’s his first time in the ‘ville, going to the game tonight but I don’t know the Rocky Top song. He was seen wearing a Hendon Hooker jersey on the sidelines at the game.
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Charles F. Lomax Jr. is announced as the new Knoxville Area Urban League CEO.
Charles F. Lomax Jr. is announced as the new Knoxville Area Urban League CEO.
Officials said Lomax has served as a city director for almost three years and emerged during a national search.
Officials said Lomax will be succeed Phyllis Y. Nichols who was the longest-serving CEO in the organization’s 54-year history in Knoxville.
Lomax said it is an honor to be entrusted with the great responsibility of leading the Knoxville Area Urban League and furthering its mission of empowering the undeserved.
Lomax will begin his position on Dec. 12.
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Teen is charged in Knoxville shooting.
Teen is charged in Knoxville shooting
The Knoxville Police Department said Larry McBee is accused of shooting a man after a struggle over a gun outside of a home in North Knoxville on Monday.
KPD said McBee fled from officers on Wednesday, but was later taken into custody in Jefferson County.
KPD said McBee is in custody on charges of aggravated robbery and felony evading arrest.
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A woman is arrested after stealing a man’s car and wheelchair.
A woman is arrested after stealing a man’s car and wheelchair.
Officials said Jasmine Newman was living with a man acting as his caregiver, and was also romantically involved with him.
Officials said the man needed help being transported on a daily basis, so he agreed to buy Newman a car so she could take him places.
Officials said after the two bought a car, Newman took the man home and left with his wheelchair and car’s paperwork, but never returned. Newman did not return any of the phone calls from the man, and then he called police after he realized he had been deceived.
Newman is charged with theft and financial exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable person.
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A bear is found in a family’s car, after arriving in Gatlinburg from Alabama just minutes earlier.
A bear is found in a family’s car, after arriving in Gatlinburg from Alabama just minutes earlier.
Raven Sartain said she believes the bear smelled the milkshake in the back seat of her car and climbed through the window to get it.
Sartain said multiple bears kept coming back after the first encounter and some even came to their front door while they watched safely inside.
This incident happened on the same day a bear broke into a cabin and injured a man. Go to nps.gov to find out what to do if you come close to a bear. … MORE
Vols Named Cheez-It Bowl National Team of the Week
Tennessee has been named to the Cheez-It Bowl National Team of the Week by the Football Writers Association of America after its thrilling 52-49 victory over rival Alabama on Saturday night inside Neyland Stadium.… MORE
Vols Named Cheez-It Bowl National Team of the Week
Tennessee has been named to the Cheez-It Bowl National Team of the Week by the Football Writers Association of America after its thrilling 52-49 victory over rival Alabama on Saturday night inside Neyland Stadium.… MORE
Missing Florida Man Found
A missing Florida man was found safe Thursday. Knoxville Police and East Tennessee Valley Crime Stoppers were looking for 21 year-old Harry Lebkuecher Officials say that he was found safe. Lebkuecher was reported missing on Wednesday after he was last seen Tuesday morning at Central Baptist of Bearden. He reportedly did not have his wallet,…… MORE
Topgolf Knoxville Opens Friday
The Topgolf Knoxville location in Farragut is set to open this Friday. Topgolf officials said the Knoxville area is such a vibrant community that they have been looking forward to serving and they can’t wait to open the doors. Farragut Mayor Ron Williams said they are thrilled to welcome Topgolf Knoxville to the Farragut community…… MORE
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Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair 10/5-10/22/23
Filling the 150,000 square feet of downtown Gatlinburg Convention Center, the Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s Fair hosts Artisans and Craftsmen from all over the nation.
19th Annual Swing Big for Students- Sept. 28th
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Rick Barnes Emerald Youth Golf Classic- Sept. 25th
The Rick Barnes Emerald Youth Golf Classic presented by First Century Bank raises support for our ministry with Knoxville’s young people. Monday, September 25, 2023 | Holston Hills Country Club
YWCA- 38th Annual Tribute to Women Awards
Join us for a spectacular night celebrating outstanding women at the 38th Annual Tribute to Women Awards on September 28, 2023, at 5:30 PM! By YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley The 38th Annual Tribute to Women Awards is a highly anticipated event celebrating the accomplishments and contributions of outstanding women. Join us on Thursday, September 28, 2023, at 5:30 at The Mill…
XHunger Tour 2023
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