Natalie Smith, reported missing in Knox County, was found safe the day after her disappearance. Details on her time missing are undisclosed, but her safe return emphasizes the role of community vigilance in missing person cases.

Fire crews extinguished a roof fire near Kaizen, an Asian restaurant in Knoxville's Old City, causing moderate smoke damage to the eatery and no injuries.

Brenton Myers reunited with the Loudon County first responders who saved him after a severe car crash, expressing gratitude for their role in his ongoing recovery, including the amputation of his legs.

Kingsport Parks & Recreation teams up with Sullivan County Animal Shelter for the "Bark and Belong" adoption event at Dogwood Park on May 17, aimed at finding homes for dogs.

Chris Rothermel pled guilty to tax-related charges in Knox County and received one-year probation and a $2,170 restitution order. The case highlights Tennessee's efforts to enforce tax compliance.

Former Blount County teacher Joseph Dalton's six-month probation sentence for misdemeanor assault leads to community protests and calls for justice system reform.

Town Hall in Farragut reopens for committee, council, and board meetings, including the Board of Mayor and Aldermen, with schedules posted online for public attendance.

Bays Mountain Park introduces a new planetarium show "Beyond the Sun," an animated story about a girl's quest to find exoplanets. Running until August 31st, with varied weekend shows including "Appalachian Skies."

Tennessee Businesses Against Trafficking is hosting a free workshop on May 14 to educate local businesses on preventing human trafficking. The event is at the Farragut Community Center.

Kingsport plans road improvements starting May 5th, with Pavement Technology Inc. working on streets like Airport Parkway, possibly causing week-long traffic disruptions.

Lt. Brian Bumpus is set to graduate from the DC Police Leadership Academy tomorrow, a program renowned for its superior law enforcement leadership training.

Sevier County, Tennessee, debuts the "MegaZip," America's longest zipline, promising a high-speed, one-mile aerial ride to boost tourism in the region.

Oak Ridge's Public Works is inspecting sewers with acoustic technology starting May 1, anticipating a month-long project across various neighborhoods to prevent blockages.