Johnson City announces the return of its Super Spooky Halloween festival featuring games, candy, crafts, a pumpkin patch, costume contest, and haunted trail, with festivities starting at 4 p.m. at Freedom Hall Civic Center.

Sevierville Police Department joins DEA National Prescription Drug Take Back Day to collect unused prescriptions on October 25 at Walmart Neighborhood Market.

Farragut residents shared views on public safety, infrastructure, and parks in the National Community Survey, revealing satisfaction and areas to improve, aiding town planning.

The Public Works department in Johnson City was awarded the 2025 Mark Miller Project of the Year by the TCAPWA for their work on the West Walnut Street Corridor Redevelopment Plan.

McFee Park's tennis/pickleball courts are closed for restriping to become tennis-only; new pickleball courts are underway at Mayor Bob Leonard Park, expected by December.

Johnson City Parks and Recreation won four prestigious awards at the Tennessee Recreation & Parks Association conference, with staff and volunteers recognized for their efforts.

Knox County's Rural Metro Fire participated in Lowe's Fire Safety Day in Clinton Highway store, providing fire safety education and promoting the use of smoke detectors in homes.

Farragut's Community Development Department is hosting a free educational workshop about town planning and codes for residents, to enhance transparency and public engagement. No registration is required for the event on Oct. 30.

The Monroe County Sheriff's Office stresses pedestrian safety at night and recommends visibility measures like reflective clothing and crossing at designated areas.

Rural Metro Fire stations in Knox County hosted Open House events to promote fire safety, with a focus on preventing kitchen fires. They offered safety tips and encouraged community engagement.

The Johnson City Police Department is conducting its 11th annual Shop with a Cop event, pairing officers with kids for holiday shopping, with applications available from October 13 to November 12.

Alcoa city is soliciting bids for a new 72" High Flow Brush Cutter with a deadline of October 28th, 2025. Conditions apply and bids must arrive before 2:00 p.m.

Investigator Kelly Hoard retires from the Blount County Sheriff's Office after 25 years, having served notably in ICAC and the Sex Offender Registry. He overcame cancer while maintaining his duties.