Summit Medical Group and BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee have reached a new agreement, maintaining in-network coverage for various BlueCross plan members.

Whataburger opens its first restaurant in Knoxville, near the University of Tennessee, with plans for more locations in Powell and Turkey Creek. The chain also operates a food truck, with a stop at Neyland Stadium.

Nordstrom Rack is set to open a new store in Knoxville by spring 2026, promising great deals on fashion and home goods at the Pinnacle at Turkey Creek. This will be Tennessee's fifth location.

DeRoyal Industries is closing its LaFollette facility, impacting 153 workers and ending its custom procedure tray production due to an unsustainable supply chain market.

The Hamblen County Sheriff's Office announced their engagement with local businesses for annual calendar ads and provided a verification method against scams.

Babalu in downtown Knoxville is closing for the second time on June 29, with owners expressing gratitude for community support and planning to assist staff in finding new jobs.

21-year-old Ethan Johnston was arrested by U.S. Marshals in Meridian, Mississippi, for attempted second-degree murder related to an attack in Knoxville.

Landing House, a restaurant in South Knoxville, is closing after 8 years amid construction related to the Sevier Avenue Streetscape Project. The project aims to revitalize the area but has impacted local businesses like Landing House.

Two people were found dead during a welfare check in Jefferson County, with an investigation by local authorities and the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation underway.

Sevier County Beer Board revoked the beer permit of Jimmy's Market #12 after a citation for selling alcohol to minors. Owner Fayyazi must wait a year to reapply.

KUB has reached the halfway point in its fiber internet rollout, providing access to 84,000 customers in East Tennessee, with further expansions planned to address the need for reliable connectivity.

Dollywood is hosting hiring events for its 40th anniversary season, seeking staff for various roles with benefits like free lunch and tuition coverage.

The Kingsport Carousel is closed for maintenance during January with a reopening in early February; playground remains open while the carousel and gift shop are unavailable.