Knoxville's City Council primary election concluded with candidates for five district seats set for the general election, emphasizing local issues and voter participation.

Knoxville Police Department's mounted patrol unit adds three horses, seeks public's help in naming them, with support from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance.

Chief Deputy Zac Frye is departing from the Loudon County Sheriff's Office for a full-time Active Guard Reserve position after returning from deployment with the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment.

Knoxville Police Department promotes three officers, with Dabbelt becoming a Lieutenant and Campbell and Cook becoming Sergeants, bringing over 40 years of combined experience to their new roles.

Oak Ridge residents will have a 2.75% hike in their electric bills starting October 2025, due to the rise in cost for service and infrastructure, amounting to an expected increase of about $3.50 per month.

Kingsport is launching an automated system for the police non-emergency line to improve dispatcher focus on emergencies and streamline service delivery.

The Oak Ridge Recreation and Parks Department will host the 20th Annual Memory Magic Scrapbook Event on September 19-20, 2025, featuring vendors, classes, and a crop area. Registration is open.

Knox County launches "Operation Hero's Hill" to create a tiny home village for homeless veterans, involving local student builders, with 20 homes expected by the school year's end.

Gatlinburg will continue fluoridating its water after public and professional support, canceling a vote on the matter and affirming fluoride's dental benefits.

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.

The 2024 National Community Survey indicates 82% of Johnson City residents find it an excellent or good place to live, with areas of growth and challenges identified.

Lori Mann Bruce, Chancellor of the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, has joined the UT-Battelle Board of Governors, overseeing Oak Ridge National Laboratory.