K-25 3rd annual employee reunion revives bonds and legacy at former nuclear site
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. — For K-25 employees, coming out to the K-25 History Center is bittersweet. "I can remember having to come in and go through, this used to be Portal 4, and run our badge through the badge readers and head on into work," Scott Burgess, a former K-25 employee, said.
Drug takeback event collects more than 500 pounds of prescription pills across the Tennessee...
More than 500 pounds of prescription pills were collected during a multi-city drug takeback event held across the Valley.
Between Knoxville And Roanoke Is A Breathtaking Mountain Lake For Fishing, Trails, And Paddling
Travels to Knoxville, Tennessee, should not be complete without visiting Indian Mountain State Park. Just outside of the city, it is perfect for camping, hiking, and fishing with vibrant fall colors. And if you like that, you might be interested in driving northeast towards Roanoke, Virginia's 'Star City of the South,' which is a popular hub for craft brews, local art, and mountain trails...
Man dead after gun discharges in parking lot of Dolly Parton’s Stampede, Pigeon Forge...
PIGEON FORGE, Tenn. — One man is dead after shots were fired in the parking lot of Dolly Parton's Stampede on Saturday evening. According to the Pigeon Forge Police Department, officers responded to a reported shooting at Dolly Parton's Stampede dinner attraction around 7:35 p.m. after receiving a 911 call. PFPD said officers found two men in a vehicle in the parking lot outside...
Study: Students Made More Progress When Tutoring Reinforced Core Curriculum
Knox County Schools looked like it was doing everything right. The district was using a well-regarded, evidence-based curriculum to teach students how to read. Young students who struggled got intensive tutoring using high-quality supplemental materials. Tutoring sessions took place during the school day, ensuring high participation. But the 60,000-student district in eastern Tennessee wasn’t seeing […]
Fun Knoxville Events in 2026
Knoxville Events in 2026 If you’re looking for ways to stay social, active, and inspired this year, you’re in the right place. From May through the end of 2026, Knoxville offers a wide range of events that are perfect for connection, creativity, wellness, and fun. Whether you’re into fitness, networking,
Dogwood Arts Festival returns to Knoxville for 65th year
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Dogwood Arts Festival returned to World’s Fair Park this weekend, bringing dozens of juried artists, live performances, hands-on workshops and family activities to downtown. Now in its 65th year, the festival runs through Sunday at World’s Fair Park. Organizers say it has been recognized...
Vehicle crashes through St. George home, 1 injured, officials say
First responders rushed one person to a hospital after a vehicle crashed through the side of a home early Saturday morning, April 25.
Milling In The Dark: Lights, Cameras, Action?
It was after dark on Highway 11, about an hour outside of Knoxville, Tennessee. The mountains pressed in close on both sides of the road, and the air, which spent the late afternoon cooking us alive, finally shows us a little mercy as the sun drops away. Traffic still moves just a few feet off the shoulder, headlights cutting the dark, drivers who don't...
BLOOM Center Plant Sale Returns with Purpose in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A spring tradition in West Knoxville is returning this weekend, offering more than just flowers and garden plants. The annual plant sale at the BLOOM Center brings the community together each year to shop a wide selection of greenhouse-grown plants while supporting a program focused on workforce development for individuals with disabilities.
