Vote to sell land in Chilhowee Park postponed by Knoxville City Council
The Knoxville City Council postponed a vote to approve the sale of a portion of Chilhowee Park to the Emerald Youth Foundation, with some in favor and some opposed, citing the need for more information and plans for the area's future.
Maker Monday: Heidi’s Bakery
This week on Maker Monday, we are highlighting Heidi's Bakery in East Knoxville.
Recusal of DA’s office stands in Rewis case
A former Blount County Schools teacher appeared in Judge Tammy M. Harrington’s court Friday afternoon for an update on the prosecution’s request to reconsider a recusal. Former Heritage High School track coach and science teacher Shane Howard Rewis, 52, was arrested on Nov. 12, 2024, and charged with continuous...
Wallace proudly supports the Pasta & Bluegrass Festival
Wallace Real Estate is proud to support Family Promise of Knoxville as a “Bowtie & Banjo” sponsor for the 19th annual Pasta & Bluegrass Festival, happening Saturday, August 23, 6-8 p.m. at Sacred Heart Cathedral, 711 S Northshore Dr., Knoxville, Tennessee. The Pasta & Bluegrass Festival is a...
East TN man loses $26,000 after trying to buy a 1963 Corvette on Facebook...
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — An East Tennessee man thought he was buying a vintage Corvette, but he ended up being scammed and losing over $26,000. Jim Maidens trusted the guy he was talking with, and now he regrets not being aware of the red flags. Maidens found what he believed to be a great deal […]
TDOT: Multi-vehicle crash closes multiple northbound lanes on Alcoa Highway near Topside Road
ALCOA, Tenn. — Multiple Northbound lanes are closed after a crash on Alcoa Highway near Topside Road, according to the Tennessee Department of Transportation. TDOT said the wreck was reported around 9:22 p.m. Tuesday, with all turn lanes onto Topside Road blocked as of 9:30 p.m. A view from...
See Downtown Knoxville’s new mural commissioned by the zoo
Zoo Knoxville commissioned a new mural now complete in Strong Alley in Downtown Knoxville.
Knoxville City Council approves nearly $1 million for sidewalk replacements
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Knoxville City Council approved nearly $1 million for sidewalk replacements Tuesday night. The project will involve replacing 34,000 square feet of sidewalk. “We want those sidewalks that we already have, we want those to be as safe and as usable in condition as possible,” said...
Knoxville Police Arrest Convicted Felon in Possession of a Handgun During Traffic Stop
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville police arrest a convicted felon in possession of a handgun following a traffic stop. KPD says officers stopped a car early Sunday morning in the area of East Hill Avenue and Historic Preservation Drive for an equipment violation. Officers report witnessing the driver attempting to hide...
Community members voice opposition to proposed sale of land in Chilhowee Park
A vote set for Tuesday could decide what the future of Chilhowee Park will look like. The Knoxville City Council will vote on the potential sale of part of the park and the expansion of the children’s science museum, Muse Knoxville, into the Jacob Building.
