Appalachia’s Blues Brothers: Stick and Brownie McGhee
This week, Steve and Rod tell the story of Granville “Stick” McGhee and Walter “Brownie” McGhee, two brothers from East Tennessee whose music helped shape American blues and early rock ’n’ roll. Born in Knoxville, the McGhee brothers took the music they heard growing up and used it to launch themselves onto the...
FIRST ALERT: Next shower chance arrives Monday
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Increasing clouds with lows in the mid 40s. Winds will be light. SUNDAY: Clouds will mix with sun with highs in the upper 60s to near 70. A stray shower is possible north of Knoxville. SUNDAY NIGHT: Mostly cloudy with a few showers late. Lows in...
Work begins on South Knoxville rail trail connecting Chapman Highway to Ijams Nature Center
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Construction has begun on the SoKno Rail Trail and Art Walk, a 3.8-mile trail in South Knoxville that will connect Chapman Highway to Ijams Nature Center. The project is a collaboration among Gulf & Ohio Railways, the City of Knoxville and Legacy Parks Foundation. The organizations...
Anderson County nonprofit asking for help to keep their doors open
CLINTON, Tennessee — The Anderson County Community Aid Coalition is asking the public for help. "We're probably 2 months away from having to shut the doors. And that's a sad thing, because there's a lot of people in Anderson County that benefit from what we do here," James Bowling, Chairman of the Board for the...
‘It’s family’: Workers at Sunshine Industries bid farewell to fond memories and friends
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Today was the last day of work at Sunshine Industries, and now workers are looking for a new place to call home. “It means a lot to me. It’s family. I feel like I’m losing my family,” said Marisa Rowland. What would you say if you found the place and the […]
11 Best Antique Shops in Knoxville Worth Digging Through
Knoxville has a thriving antique scene that attracts collectors and casual browsers alike. Whether you’re hunting for mid-century furniture, vintage clothing, or one-of-a-kind treasures, the city’s antique shops offer something special around every corner. From sprawling flea market-style malls to cozy boutiques...
North Broadway Hit-And-Run Leaves Knoxville Woman Injured And Driver On The Run
A Knoxville woman was hospitalized Wednesday night after a driver hit her on North Broadway and took off, leaving police searching for both the vehicle and the person behind the wheel. The crash happened in the 1700 block of North Broadway after the woman had just walked out of a...
The Shrimp And Grits At This No-Frills Restaurant In Tennessee Are So Good, They’re...
Southern Grit in Tennessee is all about letting the food shine without relying on fancy décor or gimmicks. The shrimp and grits are the star, perfectly cooked and rich with creamy creole gravy that keeps diners coming back. Every bite balances flavour and texture, while the rest of the...
East Tennessee’s Children’s Hospital Embraces New Name and Vision
East Tennessee Children’s Hospital is officially getting a new name. It will now be known as the Dolly Parton Children’s […]
Rome Police Add Felony Murder, Feticide Charges to Rockmart Woman in Homicide Case
The Rome Police Department has released additional details in the ongoing homicide investigation into the death of Kaylee B. Shackelford. Authorities announced that Rolanda Monique Edwards, 25, of Rockmart, is now being charged with felony murder, feticide, conspiracy to commit a felony, aggravated assault,...
