Tim McGraw’s highly anticipated headlining 2024 Standing Room Only Tour is coming to Knoxville. McGraw will be joined by Carly Pearce at Thompson Boling Arena on April 26th.… MORE
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‘School Mania’ 2023 Hits Chilhowee Park Friday
Knox County, TN (WOKI) Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs’ “School Mania” will take place Friday, July 28 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. in the parking lot of the Jacob Building in Chilhowee Park. This year, while kids’ attendance is encouraged, it isn’t required; however, vehicles without children will be limited to four supply bags each.…… MORE
Former UT Coach Jeremy Pruitt Hired in Alabama
Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) Former University of Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt has been hired, but he won’t be returning to the college scene. Our news partner, WVLT, reports Pruitt is now working as a PE teacher at Planview High School in DeKalb County in Alabama. Pruitt was hired during a Thursday morning board…… MORE
Knoxville Woman Arrested for Indecent Exposure Outside of WCDC
Jonesborough, TN (WOKI) A Knoxville woman is arrested in Washington County for flashing inmates housed inside the Washington County Detention Center. Washington County Sheriff’s Office officials say 28 year-old Elizabeth Laster was charged with Indecent Exposure after deputies discovered her in the parking lot beside her vehicle exposing various body parts in the direction of…… MORE
Knox County Schools Say Some Students Will be Repeating the Third Grade this Upcoming School Year
We now know the number of Knox County students who will be impacted by Tennessee’s new third grade retention law. Knox County school officials say 32 students will have to repeat third grade this year under the new state law. Third graders who didn’t score proficient on the English section of the TCAP test were…… MORE
An Investigation is Underway Following a Fatal Motorcycle Crash in Anderson County
An investigation is underway following an early morning fatal multi-vehicle crash on Clinton Highway in Anderson County which closed the road for hours. Tennessee Highway Patrol confirming a motorcyclist died in the crash which happened at Old Clinton Highway. The road has partially re-opened as of noon (7/27)… MORE
Maryville Pike to Close Temporarily for Overpass Repairs
Knox County, TN (WOKI) Drivers who use Maryville Pike will need to find an alternate route for a few days as a portion of the road will be closed for overpass repairs. The Tennessee Department of Transportation sharing that information Wednesday, July 26 saying the highway will be closed to thru traffic between Alberta Drive…… MORE
Six Michigan Men Arrested for Theft at Johnson City Walmart
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Six men from Flint, Michigan are arrested in Knoxville after making off with over $11,000 worth of electronic equipment from a Johnson City Walmart. Knoxville Police Department officials say the six were apprehended after attempting to return the stolen goods, for cash, at a Knoxville location. Police say among the stolen items…… MORE
KUB has Tips to Help Conserve Energy During High Temperatures this Week and Summer
Hot weather is forecast for East Tennessee for the remainder of this week, and KUB wants customers to know how to manage their utility usage and stay cool. The following tips can help save money and reduce excessive use of utilities in preparation for rising temperatures. KUB works to promote sustainability in all facets of…… MORE
Oak Ridge Police, TBI Investigating Shooting
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) An investigation continues into Saturday’s shooting death in Oak Ridge. Oak Ridge Police Department officials say officers responded to S. Benedict Avenue around 10:30 p.m. to find 32 year-old Javon Ellis suffering from gunshot wounds. Ellis was taken to a local hospital for treatment but died shortly after arriving. ORPD detectives are…… MORE
