Knoxville's downtown is prepping for its festival season, beginning with pedestrian-friendly zones from Feb. 28 and the Mardi Growl Parade on March 1. Road closures and parade details are announced.

Cleanup efforts are underway at Douglas Lake in Jefferson County following Hurricane Helene, with the TVA removing debris to restore the area for community use and tourism.

The City of Knoxville has allocated $150,000 to local organizations in East Knoxville to address equity goals set by the African American Equity Restoration Task Force.

The Kingsport Carousel approaches its 10th anniversary with summer events, including a mural unveiling, new merchandise, and fiberglass horses at the Arts Festival.

The Knoxville City Council has approved $150,000 for ten organizations to support education, engagement, homeownership, and entrepreneurship in East Knoxville.

Morgan County unites after a tornado caused two fatalities, with officials gathering donations and locals like Chas Vinal providing immediate aid amidst cleanup and recovery efforts.

Make-A-Wish East Tennessee fulfilled a young boy's dream by arranging a trip to Disney World for him and his family, celebrating his bravery against a rare autoimmune disorder.

The City of Knoxville invites proposals for housing and homelessness initiatives, with a Feb. 21 deadline for CDBG and Homeless Grants Program funding applications.

A family in Tellico Plains is raising funds to build a track at the high school in memory of their daughter, a state champion runner who died in a car crash.

Farragut residents can reserve garden plots at the town's Outdoor Classroom from March 1, 2025, with forms available online or at the Farragut Community Center.

Knoxville announces a public meeting on Jan 28 for input on the 2025-2029 Consolidated Plan for housing and neighborhood development. Over 600 residents have engaged in the process to date.

Knoxville opens applications for Community Agency and Opioid Abatement Grants for the 2025-2026 fiscal year to support local non-profits and combat the opioid crisis.

Police and fire departments from Oak Ridge and Clinton will play a charity basketball game to support Isaiah 117 House, encouraging community spirit and fire safety awareness.