Severe storms damaged hangars and planes at Knoxville's Sky Ranch Airport, but no injuries were reported. The local aviation community is planning to rebuild. Repair costs are estimated to exceed $500,000.

TDOT schedules maintenance on I-24 in Grundy County, with anticipated delays due to rolling roadblocks and shoulder closures for pipe repairs on eastbound lanes.

Mariah Dunlop joins TBI as Public Affairs Officer to serve East Tennessee, bringing law enforcement and communication expertise.

The Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area will host the Art in the Park Photo Contest reception on September 5, featuring a photography exhibit, refreshments, and live music.

UT Knoxville's Advisory Board will meet on September 5 to discuss updates from the chancellor, infrastructure, and educational programs, including the College of Nursing.

Knoxville's weekly weather forecast includes sun, clouds, and intermittent chances of showers and thunderstorms, with comfortable temperatures and light winds.

Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters, in office since 1978, announced he will not seek re-election in 2026, ending his 48-year tenure. He oversaw significant growth in the county.

ORNL's pellet injector contributed to the Wendelstein 7-X stellarator's world-record plasma maintenance, critical for advancing fusion energy technology.

Joe Bradley was inducted into the Parks and Recreation Wall of Fame for his extensive community service and volunteer work at a ceremony led by April Norris.

A fisherman in Knoxville hooked a WWII-era explosive at the Sequoyah Hills boat ramp, which was safely removed by the police and EOD and transferred to the Army.

Kingsport Cultural Arts introduces free mobile art classes for kids grades 1-12, funded by a Tennessee Arts Commission grant, with sessions on creativity, shading, and plein air painting.

Oak Ridge residents will have a 2.75% hike in their electric bills starting October 2025, due to the rise in cost for service and infrastructure, amounting to an expected increase of about $3.50 per month.

TDOT warns of traffic delays due to resurfacing on State Route 35 in downtown Greeneville starting August 25, with intermittent lane closures from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. until October 31.