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The NWS forecasts a partly sunny day with a high of 89 degrees in Knoxville, following high humidity. Clear nights and mid-80s temperatures are expected this weekend and into the week, with slight chances of midweek showers.
The article provides a detailed weather forecast for Knoxville, including current conditions, chances of rain, and predictions for the coming days with sunny skies and high temperatures.
Politics & Govt in ...
Army cadets visited ORNL to learn about the legacy and future of nuclear science, highlighting potential pathways for future collaboration in defense.
Crime & Emergencies in ...
A semi-truck fire closed two eastbound lanes on I-40, with no injuries reported. The incident was managed by Loudon County Fire/Rescue and the lanes reopened around 11:30 a.m.
Knoxville is forecast to have hot, sunny days with temps in the 90s. Early fog will clear, and nights will cool to the 70s. A slight chance of weekend showers persists.
Dense fog affected Knoxville this morning, reducing visibility, but was set to clear with hot temperatures later and no severe hazardous weather expected.
Sports in ...
Tennessee tight ends coach Alec Abeln used prayer to navigate initial recruiting challenges, eventually seeing success with key player commitments and transfers.
Knoxville emergency services responded to a gas main break on Cumberland Avenue, closing the road between 20th and 22nd Street and urging public caution. No injuries reported.
The National Weather Service in Knoxville warns of severe weather and flash flooding potential in parts of Tennessee, North Carolina, and Virginia, advising vigilance and preparedness.
Health & Lifestyle in ...
Kingsport celebrated the opening of a new dental clinic, aimed at enhancing dental education and care in the Appalachian Highlands, with 12 state-of-the-art treatment rooms.
Sean Williams was found guilty of escaping from a prisoner transport van but was not convicted of trying to escape from Washington County Detention Center.
A Blount County man, William F. Alldis, died in a single-vehicle crash in Oak Ridge. First responders' life-saving attempts were unsuccessful, and authorities are investigating the incident.
Community & Society in ...
Gatlinburg's $3 million project to install animal-resistant dumpsters is ahead of schedule, improving sanitation and reducing human-bear encounters, with over 450 dumpsters placed since November 2023.
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