Gatlinburg's schedule for MLK Day includes city hall closure, but essential services like trash collection, public transport, and recreational facilities remain operational.

Jon Ramirez and Peter Bruce join Farragut's Community Development staff, bringing experiences in animal enforcement and construction engineering, respectively, to enhance community standards.

Gatlinburg responds to winter storm with operational changes, including the suspension of its trolley system and adjusted hours for the community center, to ensure safety.

Communities nationwide are organizing events to commemorate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., including food drives, lectures, concerts, peace walks, and art exhibits to honor his Civil Rights legacy.

David Murrell has resigned as the Blount County Schools director but will stay as a tenured faculty member without citing a specific reason for his departure.

City of Knoxville hosts an open house on Jan 9 for the Sevier Avenue Streetscape Project where residents can learn about the $19.2M upgrades, including ADA sidewalks and a new roundabout.

Oak Ridge issues guidelines for Christmas tree disposal, offering drop-off sites for live trees and requesting that artificial trees go to household trash or the Warehouse Road Convenience Center.

Kingsport Parks and Recreation offers a Parents Night Out on January 10 for $10 per child, ages 6-12, filled with activities including sports and crafts. Registration is limited to 50 kids.

The article provides guidelines for Oak Ridge residents about how to properly dispose of live and artificial Christmas trees following the holiday season.

The Knoxville PD announced the death of retired K9 Gunner at age 13, who served from 2012 to 2019 and was recognized for his role in removing narcotics.

Kingsport is offering a TREADZ bicycle safety and fundamentals class for children ages 2 to 12 at the Farmers Market, starting January 9, for $15 per child.

Morgan Olson, LLC is laying off 250 employees in Loudon County, with the layoffs starting February 11, 2025, despite previously celebrating expansion.

Knoxville volunteers delivered meals and gifts to over 700 seniors on Christmas, keeping company with the homebound and providing a sense of family and social interaction.