KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — First Lady Jill Biden is coming to Knoxville to kick off the Road to Success Back to School Bus Tour. On September 12, Jill Biden and U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona kick off the tour in Knoxville. The bus tour is meant to showcase ways school communities can help students recover and thrive, including… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Friday Hi-Wire Brewing is hosting a puzzle challenge at 7 p.m. on Friday! You will race against other teams to see who can finish the puzzle first. Whatever team finishes first will receive a gift card and bragging rights! Continue Reading on WBIR Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Smoky Mountain Air Show is returning to McGhee Tyson Airport in Knoxville after a six-year hiatus. As thousands of people come to watch the amazing aerial performances, Airport Authority officials had a warning for travelers. Continue Reading on WATE Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Tennessee Urban League announced on Wednesday that the Tennessee Valley Authority has awarded its affiliates with a $3 million grant. This grant is meant to support and grow statewide business development programs for people of color over the next three years. The money will fund the affiliates’ workforce readiness training centers, information technology… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — On Friday and Saturdays only, all Tennessee Valley Fair attendees under 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian, 21 or older, after 7 p.m. Proof of age and valid identification cards will be required at the gate. Parents or legal guardians must remain on-site with attending minors. Continue… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The United States Postal Service is set to host several job fairs in East Tennessee to promote opportunities in the state. Those interested can attend one of the listed job fairs, no experience necessary. “We have indoor and outdoor positions, part-time and full-time, something for everyone. Salary ranges from $17.32 –… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The Tennessee Vols opened their 2022 campaign with a dominant 59-10 win over Ball State. Next, the Vols hit the road and travel east to Pittsburgh. No. 17 Pittsburgh has also started their season in the win column after downing West Virginia 38-31. Continue Reading on WVLT Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Congressional Medal of Honor Celebration is coming to Knoxville with many events scheduled for the recipients and the community. Medal of Honor recipients were thanked at a concert during their first gathering in Knoxville eight years ago. This year will mark the second time this extraordinary group of men will… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Officer Jeff Roberson is one of many wildlife officers patrolling the waters this Labor Day weekend. “The majority of our holiday weekends are kind of all hands on deck,” he said. “They schedule anybody, everybody to be on the lake patrolling.” Continue Reading on WBIR Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The Smoky Mountain Air Show will take place on Sept. 10 through 11, which will likely bring a boost to both Knoxville and Blount County’s economy. “It was a huge success last time, and I think this time it’ll be even better,” president of Visit Knoxville Kim Bumpas said. Continue Reading… Keep Reading
