The Rocky Top Police Department is investigating after a “suspicious device” is found at an intersection. The device was found after making an arrest during a traffic stop Saturday afternoon at the intersection of 2nd Street and Lawson Street. Out of an abundance of caution, officers closed the intersection for a short period of time.…… MORE
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An Investigation is Underway in Anderson County and a Man is Facing Charges in a Pedestrian Car Crash
A man is facing charges after sending a woman to the hospital in a pedestrian car crash in Anderson County. The Sheriff’s Office says it happened early yesterday (Monday) morning. Deputies and the Tennessee Highway Patrol responded to the 100 block of Haney Hollow Road in the Marlow community to investigate the crash. The woman,…… MORE
Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters Will Not Seek Reelection
Sevier County, TN (WOKI) The longest-serving county mayor in East Tennessee decides not to seek reelection in 2026. Making the announcement Friday, Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters said serving as the county’s mayor has “truly been the honor of a lifetime” and that he is “grateful for the trust the people of Sevier County have…… MORE
Knox County Schools Wants Parent Input on Major ‘Innovative Schools Initiative’
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Knoxville, TN (WVLT) Knox County Schools is planning to make some big changes to how it operates, and it wants input from families to iron out priorities for the future. It marks the first major initiative from the school district’s 2030 plan: innovative schools. The system announced Friday that it…… MORE
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Sevierville City Officials Identify Lifeguard who Died after Falling into Pool at The Resort at Governor’s Crossing
Sevierville, TN (WOKI) UPDATE 8/29 10:37 a.m.: We’re learning more about the death of a lifeguard Thursday afternoon at a resort in Sevierville. Officials with the City of Sevierville say police and emergency personnel responded around 12:30 p.m. to The Resort at Governor’s Crossing at 225 Collier Drive for a report of an emergency at…… MORE
TRANS-SIBERIAN ORCHESTRA ANNOUNCES 2025 TOUR:”THE GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS EVE: THE BEST OF TSO AND MORE”
WINTER TOUR FEATURES A 25TH ANNIVERSARY TRIBUTE TO BEETHOVEN’S LAST NIGHT, VISITING NEW CITIES, AND RETURN OF THE SIGNING LINEPRESALES BEGIN THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11;PUBLIC TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12BEETHOVEN’S LAST NIGHT VINYL RELEASE COMING ON SEPTEMBER 12 Los Angeles, CA (August 28, 2025/WOKI) – Trans-Siberian Orchestra (TSO) today unveiled the exciting details for their…… MORE
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A Knoxville City Councilwoman Plans to Make a Motion to Delay the Vote on the Sale of Part of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth
KNOXVILLE, TN (Story courtesy of WVLT) – Councilwoman Gwen McKenzie says she is planning to motion to delay a city council vote on the sale of part of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth next week. The City of Knoxville says Councilwoman McKenzie intends to do this during the city council meeting on Sept. 2. She…… MORE
Care Cabinets Placed in Rural Counties of East Tennessee for Survivors of Domestic Violence
Morgan County, TN (WOKI) There’s now a new resource for survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault in East Tennessee. Domestic violence can happen to anyone, anywhere and people sometimes don’t know where to go. Avalon Center Director of Client Services Lacie Norris wants to reach more people in rural communities and recently launched the…… MORE
Knox County Commission Passes Resolution Urging ‘Continued Collaboration’ with ICE
(Story courtesy of WVLT News) Knoxville, TN (WVLT) The Knox County Commission passed an honorary resolution on Monday recognizing the Knox County Sheriff’s Office’s partnership with the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). KCSO participates in the 287(g) program, which offers federal dollars in exchange for helping ICE enforce U.S. immigration laws. Knox County…… MORE
Court Records: Morristown West High School Teacher Charged with Sexual Battery
Morristown, TN (WOKI) A Morristown West High School teacher is accused of making unlawful sexual contact with a teenager. According to Hamblen County Court documents, teacher Dennis G. Cupp is accused of using a ruler to make unlawful sexual contact with a 16-year-old female back on May 21. According to a warrant, Cupp admitted to…… MORE
