Francis Merriman: He saw Cornwallis captured
Once more, as we move toward our nation’s semiquincentennial, I continue focusing on the Revolutionary War effort of attaining independence and the related contributions and connections of families of the Fork, the Knox County lands between the French Broad and Holston rivers. Another Revolutionary War veteran who...
‘Major’ drug dealer, known gang leader arrested after pursuit: US Marshals
After being released from the hospital without any injuries, King was taken to the Carter County Jail.
Social media claims cost taxpayers $162M, IRS says. See the ‘tips’ to avoid
The IRS is warning taxpayers of two social media tax "tips" in particular.
Waldens Creek Volunteer Fire Department welcomes new mascot
Work to welcome bear cubs back to Appalachian Bear Rescue continues. ABR’s new deal with TWRA requires more space for the bears, so they’re building new pens for the rescued animals. Updated: 6 hours ago. |. Dollywood added to its Golden Ticket Awards wins tally, earning three more...
Public meeting on Chilhowee Park proposal set, plans detailed on city website
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon and city staff will soon host a public meeting about the proposal to sell 13 acres of city-owned land in Chilhowee Park ahead of a final city council vote at the end of the month. The public meeting will take place on Monday, September 15 at the […]
Amulet Parlor opens in Old City
Amulet Parlor mixes self-care with spiritual practices.
A new text line for teens to use when struggling with mental health
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - There’s a new way for teens to get help in a mental health crisis. This comes as more teenagers in our area are taking their lives by suicide. Suicide is now the third leading cause of death for Tennesseans aged between 10 and 17. “24...
Tennessee Orthopaedic Alliance East Tennessee is the sideline support
Friday Night Lights at many local high schools are brighter, knowing the athletes have the support of TOA athletic trainers and team physicians on the sidelines. Here they were serving the Christian Academy of Knoxville and Webb School Knoxville during their recent contest. At TOA, we’re proud to provide the...
Knoxville widow gets new home after house was destroyed in 2023
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — It’s been two years since a tornado destroyed homes and apartments in Knoxville. One of the houses belonged to an elderly widow who was left with nothing. Now, she has a new home. When we first met Rosa Paschal, she was heartbroken after a downed tree had sliced her house in […]
Brave Bulldogs will show up as scheduled
News bulletin: “According to an anonymous source, Georgia is not totally, terribly traumatized by the record 72 points and 41 first downs Tennessee inflicted upon East Tennessee State.”. That same source, maybe Kirby Smart, said the Bulldogs will pump up their courage, zip up their hobnail boots and show...
