Energizing 4-H Electric Camp
More than 150 sixth and seventh graders from across Tennessee gathered together for a fun-filled, rewarding adventure in electricity at the 2025 4-H Electric Camp. The annual event was held at the University of Tennessee at Knoxville on Tuesday, June 24, through Friday, June 27. “4-H Electric Camp is an...
Stray afternoon shower Labor Day and bigger chances middle of the week
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Partly cloudy tonight with lows in the low 60s. Winds will be light. LABOR DAY: Partly cloudy and dry in the morning with a passing shower or storm possible in the afternoon. It doesn’t look like a wash-out, but be prepared to head inside in any location just in case one pops up over your...
Knoxville grant focuses on neighborhoods that are disproportionately impacted by violence
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — A new grant program in Knoxville is hoping to promote violence reduction with the "On My Block Community Investment Grant" to open at the end of the week. The program provides for neighbor-led events to help people build connections, specifically, the program is focused on neighborhoods that are...
The Massive Consignment Store In Tennessee Where $15 Goes A Seriously Long Way
Tucked away in Knoxville’s retail landscape sits the Wee Care Shoppe, a consignment paradise where budget-conscious Tennesseans transform modest dollars into impressive hauls of children’s clothing, toys, and gear. Fifteen bucks at a regular store might get you a single baby outfit, but here it stretches like magic,...
How to make Google show you great local news!
Welcome to Your Week in Knoxville, emailed every Sunday only to subscribers, from Knox News executive editor Joel Christopher. A selection of our best pieces from this past week are featured at the bottom of this newsletter. You can now take a simple step to ensure you're seeing Knox News reporting when you search...
Walters State offers program on ‘wild’ side
MORRISTOWN — A new articulation agreement between Walters State Community College and the University of Tennessee brings a career in the wild closer for area students. Walters State students may now complete the first two years of a wildlife and fisheries science degree and transfer directly into the bachelor’s...
Sweetwater police warn of scam claiming permits issued for people to collect money at...
‘An opportunity to bring the community together’ | Loudon hoping for consistent live music at amphitheater through new grant. This grant is sponsored by the Levitt Foundation, and if Loudon is selected, it would bring in over a dozen live acts to the area for the new three years.
Residents rally against sale of Chilhowee Park in East Knoxville
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Some members of the Knoxville community gathered at Chilhowee Park Sunday afternoon to oppose the city’s plan to sell of part of the property to the Emerald Youth Foundation. Under the proposed agreement, the city would sell part of the park that is currently being used as a parking lot. The...
Skeletal remains found near former Knoxville hotel in March still unidentified
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Efforts to identify a woman whose skeletal remains were found near what used to be a hotel in Knoxville earlier this year have been unsuccessful, but investigators are hoping an open missing person case or DNA could eventually help them find answers. On the afternoon...
Woman Robbed, Followed and Carjacked in Traumatic Gas Station Attack
What began as a routine stop for gas turned into a life-threatening ordeal for Regina Seymour and her friend in Orange Mound.… The post Woman Robbed, Followed and Carjacked in Traumatic Gas Station Attack appeared first on Shine My Crown .