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DA: Man Sentenced to Decades Behind Bars in Knoxville Attempted Murder

DA: Man Sentenced to Decades Behind Bars in Knoxville Attempted Murder

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A man is facing decades behind bars after trying to kill his ex-girlfriend in Knoxville last year. District Attorney General Charme Allen’s office says 28-year-old Jevess Deron Craigmire was convicted of several charges, including attempted first-degree murder, following a two-day trial. According to the DA, Knoxville Police Department officers responded to a…MORE

Gay Street Bridge Repair Work Underway, Report Provides Update

Gay Street Bridge Repair Work Underway, Report Provides Update

Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) We have an update on the progress of repairs to the Gay Street Bridge in Knoxville as it is being converted to a pedestrian walkway. Blalock and Sons is in charge of the project that is the result of the bridge closing in June of last year after a Tennessee…MORE

TN Promise Applications Now Open for Class of 2026

TN Promise Applications Now Open for Class of 2026

(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Nashville, TN (WVLT) The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced the opening of the TN Promise Application for the high school graduating class of 2026. TN Promise provides high school graduates the opportunity to attend college tuition-free. Students can use this scholarship at any of Tennessee’s community colleges or Tennessee…MORE

Special Traffic Alert I-275 in Knox County this Weekend
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Special Traffic Alert I-275 in Knox County this Weekend

KNOXVILLE, TN (TDOT – WOKI) – Motorists traveling on I-275 in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a significant impact on traffic. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 18, I-275 will be closed in each direction as crews work to replace the bridge over Elm Street and Bernard…MORE

Jefferson City Asking Residents to Help Conserve Water
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Jefferson City Asking Residents to Help Conserve Water

Jefferson City is asking residents to help conserve water. Officials say the demand during high summer temperatures is putting strain on the utility system. Jefferson City Manger James Gallup says the city is just looking to ease the demand on the utility system and there is no issue with utility infrastructure or equipment. He asked…MORE

TDEC SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR FAST CHARGE TN NETWORK GRANTS
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TDEC SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR FAST CHARGE TN NETWORK GRANTS

NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has released its second solicitation for Light Duty Zero Emission Vehicle Supply Equipment projects under the Fast Charge TN Network grant program. Funds are available for local power companies, for-profit or non-profit organizations, and government entities, including local governments or public institutions of higher education based…MORE

TDOT with a Special Traffic Alert for I-275 in Knox County
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TDOT with a Special Traffic Alert for I-275 in Knox County

KNOXVILLE – Motorists traveling on I-275 in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a significant impact on traffic. Beginning at 7 p.m. on Friday, July 11, I-275 will be closed in each direction as crews work to replace the bridge over Elm Street and Bernard Avenue.  Motorists can bypass the…MORE