Nashville, TN (WOKI) Tennessee has been added to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) growing list of states with measles cases. According to the CDC, Tennessee is one of 30 states that have measles cases with six confirmed outbreaks since March. Tennessee Department of Health officials reported the first measles case on March…… MORE
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon delivered at Covenant Health Park Friday her State of the City address. Kincannon chose Covenant Health Park as the backdrop of her speech said it “exemplifies her faith in the enduring strength of collaboration,” referring to the work done between the city, county,…… MORE
A multi-county chase ends in Hardin Valley and a man is arrested for stealing a car, hitting three Knox County Sheriff’s Office Patrol Cars and various other offenses. Deputies arrested Joshua Mayes yesterday following the chase. On Tuesday, Mayes burglarized two cars before stealing a red mustang parked in a driveway. KCSO spotted the car…… MORE
Investigators with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation are looking into the death of an inmate at the Claiborne County Jail. TBI says that the District Attorney General requested an investigation into the circumstances leading to the death of 48-year-old Jeremy Eastridge. He was unresponsive in his cell yesterday (Thursday) and taken by ambulance to a…… MORE
GATLINBURG, TN (WOKI) —The National Park Service (NPS), in partnership with Friends of the Smokies, is beginning a multi-year rehabilitation of the iconic Bullhead Trail in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Beginning May 5, the park will close Bullhead Trail from Monday through Thursday each week, excluding federal holidays, through November 6, 2025. The Bullhead Trail is…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) More money for businesses and individuals impacted by Hurricane Helene is now available directly from the State of Tennessee. Tennessee legislators have set $100 million aside as part of the Governor’s Response and Recovery Fund to give help to current and future disaster recovery needs, including needs from Helene. “Tropical Storm Helene…… MORE
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Numerous narcotics are seized and a Knoxville man is arrested Tuesday, April 22 in connection to the ongoing investigation into February’s overdose death of a 23-year-old woman. Knoxville Police Department officials say 30-year-old Allen Roach was arrested during a search warrant conducted at his Cedarwood Street home. KPD says the search resulted…… MORE
An exciting attraction being billed as “the longest zipline in America” is now open in Pigeon Forge. MegaZip, located at Anakeesta’s sister property WildSide, spans an impressive 5,771 feet and features a vertical drop of over 1,000 feet. Officials say thrill-seekers can expect exhilarating speeds and maximum excitement on the new attraction. WildSide also added…… MORE
Updated story: Sevierville, TN (WOKI) – At approximately 4:30 p.m. yesterday, April 23, 2025, Sevierville Police Department officers responded to Hilltop Child Development Center, 1217 Fox Meadows Boulevard in Sevierville, Tennessee in reference to a man reportedly brandishing a firearm in the parking lot and possibly carjacking a vehicle at gunpoint. When SPD officers arrived,…… MORE
The Drug Enforcement Administration, in coordination with more than 4,400 law enforcement partners across the country, will host the 28th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day Saturday, April 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., offering communities across the United States a safe, convenient, and anonymous way to dispose of unneeded prescription medications. With nearly 4,500 collection…… MORE
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Nominate your favorite Non-profit organization to get a fresh coat of paint up to $10,000 provided by Sherwin Williams! Nominations for Painting With A Purpose 2025 open on April 29, 2025 and ends the first week of June. The winner will be announced in July.
Friday, May 2nd. Avalon Country Club. Benefitting the Boys and Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley. Check out the AMAZING AUCTION ITEMS!
The Guild of the Knoxville Museum of Art presents Artists on Location 2025, a Plein Air Painting Event, at the Knoxville Museum of Art Saturday, April 26, from 5:30 to 9:00 pm.
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.
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!