TDOT Undertakes Rockfall Mitigation on I-24 West in Marion County; Drivers Anticipate Lane Closures and Delays
A rockslide on I-24 West near mile marker 137 in Marion County has caused delays, with TDOT conducting mitigation efforts, including installing barriers and removing unstable rock.
Tennessee House Speaker Proposes Allowing Associates Degree Holders to Teach Amid Teacher Shortage
House Speaker Sexton proposes allowing individuals with an associate's degree to teach K-5 in Tennessee due to the teacher shortage, facing opposition from educational professionals citing concerns over preparation and effectiveness.
Knoxville Welcomes a Mixed Bag of Weather, Foggy Start, Sunny Spells, and Potential Weekend Showers
Current Knoxville weather includes fog and mist with low visibility and humidity at 100%. Calm winds and a high of 66°F expected. Showers and thunderstorms predicted for the weekend, with a chance of snow showers Sunday night.
Unicoi County Motorists Brace for Disruptions as State Route 107 Bridge Construction Commences in November
Bridge construction on State Route 107 in Unicoi County may cause delays until December 2026, with a detour via I-26. TDOT advises using SmartWay for updates and cautions against driving distractions.
Sevier County Invites Public Input on Wildfire Strategy - Public Meetings Scheduled in Gatlinburg and Sevierville
Sevier County invites locals to help develop a wildfire strategy through a Community Wildfire Protection Plan, holding public meetings for input on mitigation and preparedness.
Dandridge Police Uncover Active Meth Lab, Suspect Apprehended after Brief Confrontation Behind Weigel’s
Law enforcement in Dandridge found an active meth lab in the woods, apprehended suspect Michael Cyrus after a brief struggle, and conducted cleanup operations with assistance from public works and a meth response team.












