‘Thankful to be alive’ | Teen motorcycle crash survivor returns home after losing both...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A 16-year-old who lost both feet in a motorcycle crash returned home Tuesday after six weeks of recovery and rehabilitation. Jordan Parton hit a guardrail on I-40 West near Cherry Street in April. After the crash, he underwent nine surgeries and spent time at Patricia Neal Rehab Hospital.
Recent rainfall provides little relief for lower-than-usual lake levels
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Even after days of rainfall, experts say lake levels remain feet lower than usual. The Tennessee Valley Authority's River Forecast Center monitors water levels 24/7, tracking flood control, power generation, navigation, water supply, water quality and recreation. The center's Operation Support Manage
Knoxville Ronald McDonald House celebrates decades of service, powered by volunteers and community support
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — For families facing some of the hardest moments of their lives, the Ronald McDonald House of Knoxville offers more than a place to stay. It provides a sense of home, comfort and community while children receive medical care away from home. The organization is being highlighted...
Oak Ridge Playhouse Presents the Tony Award-Winning Musical COME FROM AWAY Performances July 10-26,...
OAK RIDGE, Tenn. (June 2, 2026) – Oak Ridge Playhouse proudly launches its highly anticipated production of the hit Broadway musical Come From Away, running select dates from July 10 through July 26, 2026. Staged in a year that marks the 25th anniversary of 9/11, this deeply moving production offers a poignant opportun
Adopt a Golden Knoxville hosts annual ‘Goldens in the Park’ event at Lakeshore
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Adopt a Golden Knoxville (AGK) will host its annual 'Goldens in the Park' on Thursday, June 4, at Lakeshore Park. The event will be held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., and all proceeds will help AGK's golden retriever rescue efforts. There, attendees can enjoy food...
Dolly Parton Children’s Hospital unveils redesigned lounge for families of children in intensive care
The Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) is a space no family wants to find themselves needing, but Dolly Patron Children's Hospital is hoping a newly-redesigned space could make that period of uncertainty a little easier for the families of children in their PICU.
American Eagle Foundation follows up on missing Dollywood eagle sightings
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The American Eagle Foundation is looking into the latest sightings of Rockland and Wesley, two un-releasable eagles lost after overnight storms at Dollywood’s Eagle Mountain Sanctuary in April. Rockland has been spotted in the Karns area, specifically around the Glenlake subdivision, according
Knoxville airport raises prices for economy lot parking
Officials with the airport said that parking in lots C and G will go up $2 form it's current price starting July 1.
This charming Tennessee restaurant serves the best key lime pie you’ll ever taste
Tucked away in the Fountain City neighborhood of Knoxville, Tennessee, Litton’s has been winning hearts since 1946. This beloved local gem is famous for its homemade baked goods, juicy burgers, and — above all — a key lime pie that people drive miles just to taste. With...
TVA warns drought persists despite recent rain: River runoff 4th lowest in 152 years
CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — Despite several rounds of rain in recent weeks, much of the Tennessee Valley remains in severe to extreme drought conditions, according to the Tennessee Valley Authority. TVA officials shared on update Tuesday, saying the region remains in an ongoing drought, despite some areas receiving several in
