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An Asheville Woman Loses Priceless Bracelet at Zoo Knoxville Which Contains Sister’s Ashes
For the last two years, Jody Turnip has worn a bracelet to honor the life of their sister Taylor, who passed away.Originally from Asheville, Turnip was in Knoxville over the weekend and went to Zoo Kn...
Mar 13, 2024
Knox County Wants to Build a Fourth Splash Pad, Commissioners Will Discuss Proposal
The Knox County Parks and Recreation Department plans to build its fourth splash pad, this one at French Memorial Park in South Knox County off Martin Mill Pike.That means the county will have water a...
Mar 13, 2024
Knoxville Police are Still Searching for a Man Wanted in a Deadly Valentine’s Day Shooting
Knoxville Police are still looking for a man connected to a deadly shooting.James Perry is wanted for voluntary manslaughter and weapons charges related to February’s incident.Officials say Sher...
Mar 13, 2024
Knoxville Man Indicted in Mother’s Death, Blount County Court Says
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) A Knoxville man has been indicted in the death of his mother, who was found dead in Blount County in September of 2023.Officials with Blount County Circuit Court say 25-year-old Z...
Mar 12, 2024
Knoxville Police Department Chief Asking City for Almost $3M for Raises
Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The Knoxville Police Department's Chief of Police is asking the city for almost $3 million for employee and officer raises.KPD Chief Paul Noel, making his case to city leaders dur...
Mar 12, 2024
Prescribed burns planned for Cataloochee Valley this week
The National Park Service (NPS) and Appalachian Piedmont Coastal Fire Management Zone plan to burn approximately 96 acres across six fields in Cataloochee Valley at Great Smoky Mountains National Park...
Mar 12, 2024
Man Convicted in 2020 Roane County Murder
Oakdale, TN (WOKI) A man is sentenced to life in prison with the possibility of parole Friday, March 8, 2024 for his role in a 2020 Roane County murder.The District Attorney’s office reports 39-...
Mar 11, 2024
Two Plead Guilty in death of Jefferson County 2-Month-Old
Jefferson County, TN (WOKI) Two people have pled guilty in the 2023 death of a Jefferson County 2-month-old.According to court records, Chelsea Marsh and Nicholas Lay both pled guilty to aggravated ch...
Mar 11, 2024
TDOT says Work along Alcoa Highway Will Cause a Few Delays this Week
Rolling roadblocks are back on Alcoa Highway.TDOT says they will take place through Saturday from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. between Woodson Drive and Cherokee Trail and will take place in short intervals ...
Mar 11, 2024
Dollywood is Open for it’s 39th Season with Lots of New Shows, Upgrades and More Days to Enjoy the Park
Dollywood Theme Park is now open.Dolly Parton and Dollywood Parks & Resorts President Eugene Naughton welcomed guests and media to great fanfare during the opening ceremonies for the 39th season a...
Mar 11, 2024
