Rick Hamby was sworn in as the new Morgan County Sheriff following the death of former Sheriff Wayne Potter, who succumbed to cancer. Hamby, previously Chief Deputy, was confirmed by the county commission to fulfill the remainder of Potter's term.

TVA awarded $5,000 STEM grants to West Side Elementary and Elizabethton High School to support innovative projects and stimulate interest in STEM careers.

Johnson City invites high school students to apply for its JC2 Junior Council program, aimed at involving youth in local government and allowing them to contribute to community projects. Applications are open for the 2025-2026 term.

A Tennessee Tech graduate student, Isaac Hollingsworth, joins a NASA project for the Artemis moon missions, utilizing his GIS skills developed in the military and at university.

Oak Ridge is developing a 20-year comprehensive plan, "Oak Ridge 2045," and seeks public input through two April meetings, one virtual and one in-person.

The Elizabethton Driver Services Center, damaged by Hurricane Helene, will reopen on April 14 with upgraded facilities after using a mobile unit temporarily.

A $150 million science museum project in Knoxville was scrapped after philanthropist Jim Clayton withdrew funding, leaving the city to reimagine future development of the site.

Blount County Sheriff's Office and local law enforcers ran six miles in the Law Enforcement Torch Run to support the Area 15 Special Olympics, fostering community bonds and inclusion for the athletes.

TVA is replacing Cherokee Dam's aeration system which may affect Striped Bass, prompting TWRA to assess environmental impacts and consult with the local fishing community.

The Loudon County Sheriff's Office celebrated deputies and a nurse with awards for their commitment, including Lifesaving and Outstanding Service accolades.

University of Tennessee community protests Trump administration's federal education and research funding cuts, emphasizing the need to protect academic diversity and future generations' opportunities.

Two new officers, Frankie Morris and Jonah Buchanan, were sworn into the Elizabethton Police Department with Chief Jason Shaw expressing his pleasure at their addition.

TBI introduces SafeSeniorTN to protect seniors from crimes, offering safety tips and resources, with a community agent presenting at an upcoming roundtable in Johnson City.