Jonas Smelcer, Sevier County's Highway Superintendent, is resigning after 43 years. He transformed county roads; Donnie Adams named as interim successor.

Kingsport Parks and Recreation reintroduces Sourdough 101 class to teach basics of sourdough bread-making, welcoming participants 16+ for a session on August 23.

Lori Mann Bruce, Chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, has joined the UT-Battelle Board of Governors, overseeing Oak Ridge National Laboratory.

Blount County Sheriff's Office conducted dive training exercises by the Georges Creek access, prompting public inquiries which were addressed on their Facebook page.

The Roane County Sheriff's Office praised the return of School Resource Officers to schools, emphasizing their role in creating a safe, supportive environment and building positive relationships with students.

Knox County Schools is enhancing security with AI surveillance, trained officers at every school, bullet-resistant windows, and increased police enforcement, as well as maintaining communication through a 'Text-to-Tip' service.

Morristown highlights the importance of stopping at red lights during National "Stop on Red" week, citing local crash statistics and their enforcement efforts with over 100 citations issued for red light violations.

Knoxville City Council approves $2M for stormwater infrastructure upgrades to reduce North Cherry Street flash flooding.

Ex-scout leader Emilio Ortiz has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for child sex crimes after an investigation uncovered a decade of abuse and child sexual abuse material on his devices.

The NWS predicts steady weather in Knoxville with chances of showers and thunderstorms, mostly sunny days, calm winds, and temperatures in the high-80s.

Chief Billy Church announced he will retire in November after initiating reforms in the Johnson City Police Department, including tech upgrades, professional standards, and community safety initiatives.

Oak Ridge National Laboratory developed new medium-voltage circuit breakers that improve direct current handling, potentially leading to cost savings and a more reliable electric grid.

Mohamed Al-nadi died in a motorcycle-SUV crash in Knoxville; police are investigating the incident that occurred as the SUV turned left and Al-nadi attempted to overtake another vehicle.