Jonas Smelcer, Sevier County's Highway Superintendent, is resigning after 43 years. He transformed county roads; Donnie Adams named as interim successor.

Farragut's Advanced Traffic Management System, which enhances traffic flow with improved signal timings, earned the town an Excellence in Innovation Award from the Tennessee Municipal League.

TDOT announces SR 136 widening in Putnam County with changes in traffic pattern and temporary lane closures from 08/15 to 10/31, 2025; urging drivers to expect delays and observe safety laws.

Kingsport offers skateboarding lessons for kids aged 6-12 at Scott Adams Memorial Skatepark, with a focus on safety and foundational skills. Classes start September 3, capped at 10 spots.

Knoxville is expecting a heatwave with mid-90s temperatures and high humidity, with possible showers and thunderstorms midweek to offer slight relief.

Parents arrested for the 2024 death of their five-year-old daughter, Aurora Grace Hurst, in White Pine, charged with aggravated child abuse under "Haley's Law."

Knoxville and University of Tennessee Police Departments will conduct a sobriety checkpoint on Volunteer Boulevard on August 28 to deter impaired driving.

TDOT announced a traffic shift on I-26 in Unicoi County due to bridge repair work, affecting lanes between MM 39 and 40 with the reopening of the Jackson Love Highway entrance ramp.

Rare "once-in-a-century" flash flooding in Hamilton County, Tennessee, prompts swift action by transportation officials, impacting roads including I-24. TDOT coordinated a response, reopening roads by early morning without construction exacerbation.

West Knox County residents were relieved after Rural Metro Fire contained a kitchen fire caused by a lightning strike. No injuries were reported, and investigations continue.

A serious accident on Highway 321 South at Sandy Shore Drive in Lenoir City caused injuries and road closures, with ongoing emergency response and traffic redirection.

The NWS Knoxville reports heavy fog, 100% humidity, and low visibility for the morning, with a 20% chance of afternoon showers, a high of 91°F, and warns of dense fog causing hazardous driving conditions.

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials warn against feeding bears, noting increased incidents and emphasizing that such actions are illegal and dangerous. Violators can face hefty fines or jail time.