Oak Ridge celebrates New Year’s Eve with Atomic Ball drop
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (WATE) – The ball dropped at AK Bissel Park in Oak Ridge as part of a New Year’s Eve celebration put on by Free Medical Clinic of Oak Ridge. The event included live music, fireworks and the dropping of the Atomic Ball. Organizers said it would not be possible without the efforts […]
UT students track endangered mussels to better protect Tennessee waterways
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Tennessee’s rivers and streams are among the most biodiverse freshwater systems in the world, but one of their most important inhabitants is increasingly at risk. Freshwater mussels — often overlooked and endangered — play a critical role in filtering water across the country. Now, a...
Former Tennessee DB shows the Vols love after getting his revenge on Ohio State
A former Tennessee DB has avenged the CFP loss to Ohio State in 2024.
Oak Ridge Animal Shelter hosts ‘Black Friday’ each week to find homes for black...
Each Friday, the animal shelter cuts regular adoption fees in half for black cats and dogs to help them find a forever home.
Sam and the Sweetheart of Phi Delta Theta
Leadership, love, and loyalty define the legacy of Sam and Ann Furrow. Story by Gary Wade | Opening Image By Nathan Sparks. Appeared in Cityview Magazine, Vol. 42, Issue 1 (Jan/Feb 2026) I. n September of 1966, I enrolled at the University of Tennessee. Although fraternity life continues to get...
East Tennessee kickboxers hit the bag to kick start the New Year
FARRAGUT, Tenn. (WATE) – Some East Tennesseans kicked down the door to 2026. “I’m here. It’s the first of the year, 2026. Here to get in shape. it’s a real good workout. I’m already sweating. I’ve been here 30 minutes. It’s a real good workout, but I just wanted to get my year started right,” […]
Vols part ways with DB coach Willie Martinez, reports say
There's another shakeup with the coaching staff on Rocky Top.
KPD launching new academy program in late March
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knoxville Police Department has announced it is launching its Community Police Academy in late March. According to KPD, CPA is a 10-week interactive program designed to give Knoxvillians an understanding of how KPD functions. Sessions are taught by KPD officers, and participants will...
Knox Co. BOE to discuss new K-8 school design, policy changes
KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. — The Knox County Board of Education is set to meet next week for its first regular session of 2026. The BOE will meet at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 8, in its boardroom at 500 West Summit Hill Drive in downtown Knoxville. It will also hold a work session on Monday to go over the agenda and an...
Tennessee vs. Arkansas : Where, When, TV, Streaming, Starting Lineups
No. 19 Tennessee vs. No. 18 Arkansas preview with game time, TV, streaming info, betting odds, series history, and projected starting lineups for Saturday’s SEC opener.
