The Anderson County Sheriff's Office in Tennessee celebrated its staff with awards and promotions, honoring deputies for their service and dedication.

Councilwoman McKenzie plans to propose delaying a vote on a property sale to Emerald Youth Foundation to ensure community engagement and consideration.

Tom Witherspoon, long-serving Director of Water and Sewer Services for Johnson City, is retiring on November 6 after 44 years. His leadership saw immense department growth and numerous awards for compliance and service.

Knoxville City offices and the 311 Center will close for Labor Day 2025, but garbage collection continues. Recycling centers remain open, pools have set hours, and KAT buses run on a Sunday schedule.

Sevier County saw a 2.03% increase in visitor spending in 2024, reaching nearly $3.93 billion, benefiting from Tennessee's booming tourism, which involved 147 million visitors and $31.66 billion in spending.

Sheriff Tommy Jones clarified that several Monroe County correction officers are suspended with pay amid ongoing probes, stressing the DA's role in charging decisions and promising an internal paid leave policy.

Eric Dougherty is named the new police chief of Johnson City, starting November 4, succeeding retiring Chief Billy Church.

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.