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Well-Known Classic Rock Group First Concert Announced to Perform at 2025 Tennessee Valley Fair
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Well-Known Classic Rock Group First Concert Announced to Perform at 2025 Tennessee Valley Fair

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) – Styx is scheduled to perform at the Tennessee Valley Fair on September 12th. Tickets go on sale on Friday at 10 a.m. at https://www.tnvalleyfair.org/p/thingstodo/concerts. The first Tennessee Valley Fair was held in 1916. Here are their policies: To ensure a safe and fun family-friendly environment, the Tennessee Valley Fair implements rules…MORE

TSA Sees Small Increase in Firearm Detections at Tennessee Airports in 2024

TSA Sees Small Increase in Firearm Detections at Tennessee Airports in 2024

Transportation Security Administration (TSA) officers at Tennessee airports discovered a total of 319 firearms in travelers’ carry-on luggage in 2024, an increase of six from the 2023 statewide total.  Nashville International Airport (BNA) led the state with 188 guns found, the fifth highest 2024 total nationwide.  While BNA matched their 2023 total, Memphis International (MEM)…MORE

Rural Metro is Investigating a Rollover Crash in Knox County
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Rural Metro is Investigating a Rollover Crash in Knox County

An investigation is underway after a person is injured in a rollover crash. Rural Metro Fire says crews responded to the crash on Tazewell Pike near Mountain Shadow Drive early last night (Tuesday) and had to forcibly open the car door to get the person out. They were taken to the hospital with what appeared…MORE

‘Leave Now:’ Police Investigate KKK Flyers Distributed in Sweetwater

‘Leave Now:’ Police Investigate KKK Flyers Distributed in Sweetwater

Sweetwater, TN (WOKI) The Sweetwater Police Department is investigating the distribution of flyers that claim to be from the Ku Klux Klan. Officials with the department took to social media stating that they are working to identify where the materials came from. Text on the flyers alongside a drawing of Uncle Sam tell people to…MORE

Dolly Parton Musical to Premiere at Nashville’s Belmont University

Dolly Parton Musical to Premiere at Nashville’s Belmont University

(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Nashville, TN (WOKI) Dolly Parton’s upcoming Broadway musical will be making a stop in Tennessee before heading to New York. The country superstar announced on Tuesday that Dolly: An Original Musical will open for the first time on Belmont University’s campus in July. “It just seemed right to premiere the story of…MORE

TDOT Plans to Start Major Road Project at I-75 and Emory Road this Year
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TDOT Plans to Start Major Road Project at I-75 and Emory Road this Year

A major road project is set to get underway in North Knox County in August. The Tennessee Department of Transportation says the project in Powell to help alleviate traffic on Emory Road at I-75. They are planning to add a diverted diamond interchange similar to the one at I-40’s exit 407, the Sevierville exit. TDOT’s…MORE

Blount County Sheriff’s Office Says Missing Maryville Man Has Been Found
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Blount County Sheriff’s Office Says Missing Maryville Man Has Been Found

UPDATE: The Blount County Sheriff’s Office is thanking the public for their help finding77-year-old Jerry Austin who left his Maryville home on Blockhouse Road yesterday (Monday) afternoon. He has been found safe. Original Story: The Blount County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help finding a missing Maryville man. 77-year-old Jerry Austin left his home on…MORE

Knox County Sheriff Provides Timeline of Events that Led Up To David Batts Death
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Knox County Sheriff Provides Timeline of Events that Led Up To David Batts Death

Knox County Sheriff Tom Spangler provides a timeline of events that led up to David Batts’ death, saying that officers committed no wrongdoing. Spangler says Batts was arrested on January 7th for sexual battery at UT Medical Center and taken to the Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility. Due to for not complying with authorities. Spangler says…MORE

Knox County Election Commission to offer Knox County Elections 101

Knox County Election Commission to offer Knox County Elections 101

Seminar will be held on Saturday, March 1st Register at www.knoxvotes.org Knoxville – What steps do I need to take to run for elected office? Why is the ballot ordered a certain way? How do Knox County and the State of Tennessee ensure fair and accurate elections? Why did my polling place change? These are just a few…MORE

McGhee Tyson Airport Sees Record Breaking Year in 2024
McGhee Tyson Airport

McGhee Tyson Airport Sees Record Breaking Year in 2024

2024 was a record-breaking year at TYS, McGhee Tyson Airport (TYS) welcomed 3.3 MILLION passengers, marking a 17.8% increase over 2023. In addition, here are a few more numbers of interest. In 2024 at TYS: McGhee Tyson officials say to everyone who traveled with us this year: THANK YOU! Chances are, you’ve noticed just how…MORE

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Dogwood Arts House and Garden Show 2/7-2/9

Dogwood Arts House and Garden Show 2/7-2/9

The Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show has something for everyone. Our perennial preview of spring invites guests to leave winter at the door, experience over 10,000 sq. ft. of Grand Gardens, and meet the top vendors in home improvement, interior design, appliances, and more—all under one roof.