Tennessee Valley Weather Alert: Above-Normal Temps Set Up Feb. 9–15
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Huntsville, Alabama – A broad late-winter warm-up is taking shape across the Tennessee Valley, bringing a noticeable shift toward milder, more springlike conditions after recent cold snaps. The change is...
VIDEO: Pearl previews Tennessee
Auburn’s trip to Tennessee this weekend will be a homecoming of sorts for Steven Pearl. The Tigers’ head coach, who suited up for the Vols from 2007-11, said Friday that he’s not particularly emotional about returning to Thompson-Boling Arena on Saturday night. He has coached there as an assistant with the Tigers...
Walland’s Peery Mill Dam Set For Removal After Decades
After decades as a postcard-ready backdrop and hometown hangout, Peery's Mill Dam is officially on the chopping block. The low-head concrete barrier on the Little River near Walland is slated for removal under a newly finalized federal and state agreement, reigniting a long-running tug-of-war between public-safety...
Knox County, TN – Traffic Update: Snow and Ice Still Impact Roads; Interstates Improving,...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Knox County, TN – Drivers across East Tennessee are still facing hazardous travel conditions today as snow and ice linger on roadways, particularly on secondary routes, according to the Tennessee Highway...
What is snow ice cream? See snow ice cream ingredients and recipe
It's a classic snow day delicacy and the perfect pairing for a mug of hot cocoa. Snow ice cream is an icy concoction of vanilla, sugar and some fresh snow from your backyard. It only takes three ingredients and a few minutes to make. Once you've created the snow ice cream, you can top it with chocolate sauce,...
Families flock to Lakeshore Park for sledding after Knoxville snowfall
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Families packed the hills at Lakeshore Park despite bitter cold temperatures as winter weather brought enough snow to Knoxville for sledding activities. People used tubes, sleds and snowboards to ride down the hill. Some said they had been waiting all winter for snow like this. “We’ve...
Market Street Sinkhole Shuts Downtown Block in Knoxville
A sinkhole has opened up in the 500 block of Market Street in downtown Knoxville, forcing officials to shut down the entire stretch between Clinch and Union avenues to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. The closure hits a short but crucial piece of roadway just south of Market Square, where restaurants and small...
Cause of North Knox County house fire under investigation, Rural Metro says
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Rural Metro Fire said an early-morning house fire in North Knox County is under investigation. According to Rural Metro’s Jeff Bagwell, crews responded to the 10,000 block of Martin Road at around 5:40 a.m. after receiving a report of a house fire that was fully-engulfed.
Locals and tourists alike brave Knoxville snow
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — It’s cold outside, and across East Tennessee, crews are working to keep our roads safe, but some people still dare to brave the winter storm. 6 News spoke with three baristas at Dutch Bros Coffee, which remained open on Saturday morning. “I’m from Oregon, so I’m used to it,” said Falon […]
Knoxville Students Face Showdown With Schools Over ICE Walkout
Knox County Schools put students on notice Thursday that walking out of class Friday to protest Immigration and Customs Enforcement could land them in trouble, setting up a high-profile showdown between organizers and district leaders. The student-led "You Can Make A Difference" action is scheduled for 9:30 a.m....
