Knox County updates school speed zone flashing lights to keep students safe

KNOX COUNTY, Tenn. — As students return to class, drivers are seeing flashing lights in school zones across Knox County. Behind the scenes, the county’s Engineering & Public Works Department is making sure those warning lights are up to date to keep kids safe.

“It’s every parent’s concern,” said Buddy Loy, traffic control supervisor for Knox County.

Both professionally and personally as a grandfather of two, Loy understands the importance of keeping kids safe at school…

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