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Tennessee Inmate on Death Watch Ahead of Planned Execution

Tennessee Inmate on Death Watch Ahead of Planned Execution

Updated Story: The Tennessee Supreme Court has denied a death row inmate’s request for more time to consider questions surrounding the possible bias of a juror who helped hand down the original death sentence decades ago. The state’s top justices ruled on Tuesday that 53-year-old Lee Hall failed to persuade the high court to create…MORE

#EltonFarewellTour Coming to Knoxville – We’ll Have Chance to Win Tickets

Elton John is adding another date to his Farewell Tour with a stop at Thompson-Boling Arena in June 6th. The announcement came Wednesday morning and General Admission tickets go on sale November 22nd at 10:00 a.m. Stay tuned to NewsTalk 98.7 as we’ll have a chance for you to win tickets next week. Elton announced…MORE

Knox County Schools & Several Others Close Due to Illness

Knox County Schools & Several Others Close Due to Illness

Several schools in East Tennessee are closing for the remainder of the week due to a high number of absentee rates among students and faculty.  Authorities say the flu is the main reason for the illnesses.  As of Thursday afternoon, the list includes:  Knox County, Christian Academy of Knoxville, Monroe County, Oneida Special School District,…MORE

#25/24 Vols Take 42-41 2OT Comeback Win Over Georgia Tech In Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game

#25/24 Vols Take 42-41 2OT Comeback Win Over Georgia Tech In Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game

ATLANTA, Ga. – Junior running back John Kelly dashed for four touchdowns and racked up 128 rushing yards to help lead No. 25/24 Tennessee to a double-overtime victory against Georgia Tech in the Vols’ season-opening Chick-fil-A Kickoff Game on Monday at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. “That was a very good college football game,” Tennessee head coach Butch Jonessaid. “I have a lot of respect for…MORE

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Blount Memorial Downtown Dash for Breast Cancer- May 10th

Blount Memorial Downtown Dash for Breast Cancer- May 10th

Join Blount Memorial Saturday, May 10 as they host their Inaugural Downtown Dash for Breast Cancer to honor breast cancer survivors, remember those who have fought the battle, and raise money to expand access to life-saving breast cancer screening and diagnostic services right here in Blount County! Gather for this event at Blount Memorial Health Center at Springbrook – 220 Associates Blvd. Alcoa, TN.

Dogwood Arts- April Celebration!

Dogwood Arts- April Celebration!

Don’t miss all the exciting events that Dogwood Arts has to offer in April! Chalk Walk, Dogwood Trails, Spring Featured Gardens, The Dogwood Arts Festival and More!