Smokey X, beloved retired Vols mascot, ‘doing well’ amid health challenges
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The University of Tennessee’s beloved retired mascot, Smokey X, is “doing well” as he battles health challenges, according to the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine. Last month, the university said he had been diagnosed with cancer after a small mass was...
Metro Diner honors veterans with special menu discounts on Veterans Day
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Metro Diner is showing appreciation for those who served this Veterans Day by offering discounts on a variety of menu items. According to the diner, it will offer 50% off a meal to active and retired military members with a valid military ID on Nov. 11 – in-diner only. Veterans can also enjoy 10%...
Beardsley Farm triples food distribution as SNAP delays increase need in Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) – Knoxville’s Beardsley Farm and the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) teamed up Saturday morning to help families facing food insecurity amid ongoing federal SNAP benefits delays. The drive-through food distribution took place from 10 a.m. to noon at the L.T. Ross...
82-year-old Walland woman safe after being found at bottom of steep ravine: BCSO
Georgia Camille Perry had been at the bottom of the ravine since Thursday, the sheriff’s office said.
Freeze Warning issued across the Tennessee Valley
A freeze warning has been issued ahead of freezing conditions across the Tennessee Valley. As temperatures dip into the mid-20s Sunday night into Monday morning, it is time to start thinking about protecting yourself and your family. All of North Alabama has been placed under a freeze warning from 10 PM Sunday until...
Rod Stewart coming to Knoxville next year on farewell tour
Rod Stewart is bringing his farewell tour to Knoxville next year, the music icon announced Friday.
FIRST ALERT: Arctic blast takes aim bringing bitter cold temperatures and mountain snow to...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Clouds mix with sun for the start of the day before turning mostly cloudy this afternoon. SUNDAY: A cold front is moving through East Tennessee this morning. High temperatures will be in the middle to upper 50s earlier on in the day. As the cold air settles in, temperatures will quickly drop...
The No-Frills Buffet In Tennessee Locals Swear Has The State’s Best Fried Catfish
In the heart of Pigeon Forge, where tourist attractions compete for attention with neon lights and flashy billboards, Captain Jim’s Seafood Buffet stands as a testament to the idea that extraordinary food needs no elaborate introduction. The modest wooden exterior of Captain Jim’s might not stop traffic as you...
Security Camera Captures Black Bear Walking Off With A Chainsaw In Gatlinburg, Tennessee
Like bears aren’t already dangerous enough. The black bear is basically the mascot of the Great Smoky Mountains. If you’ve ever visited there, you probably saw little black bear statues and decorations all over your cabin. If you haven’t been yet but plan on going (you should go), prepare yourself to see more black...
Tennessee abruptly loses another factory and 150+ jobs as recession fears spiral
Tennessee has had a rough 2025 for sure. With waves of factory closures impacting the state economy… And far too many big names doing layoffs and shutting down plants. Unfortunately,…
