KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A new Knox County government program is giving students a snapshot of being in a leadership role. The Junior Commission Program is the brainchild of Knox County Commissioner At-Large Larsen Jay. The idea came to him after seeing community participation dwindle year after year. Jay wanted to pull back the curtain on local government and engage people early on.… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) – With a new album ‘Appalachian Christmas’ that debuted at number one on Billboard’s Bluegrass Albums chart, Chosen Road brings their soulful sound to Knoxville. Chosen Road blends traditional Gospel with Appalachian Bluegrass to create a unique sound that embodies the spirit of the region. Continue reading on WATE Keep Reading
December is all about awards in college football. There’s seemingly an award for every position. Based on this trend, I wouldn’t be surprised if one day there’s an award for the best quality-control coach, the best scout squad offensive and defensive player, and the best special-ops guy. Continue reading on Knoxville News Sentinel Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Chris Rock is coming to Knoxville! The comedian will perform at the Tennessee Theatre on Feb. 25, 2023, at 8 p.m. Rock’s visit is a part of his “Ego Death Tour 2023.” Continue reading on WBIR.com Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — The Jewish celebration of Hanukkah has officially started. It began Sunday at sundown and will continue until Monday evening. The first candle of the menorah is lit to mark the start of the festivities. Continue reading on WBIR.com Keep Reading
One of the most historic and most crumbling structures in downtown Knoxville could be torn down, creating a block of opportunity in a key area along Gay Street that’s ripe for redevelopment. Pryor Brown Garage, believed to be one of the oldest standing parking structures in the country, has been deteriorating for years and at times… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The Tennessee Department of Transportation is building anticipation for a snowy winter after they announced that voting has opened to name four snowplows from resident-submitted names. Back in November, WATE reported that TDOT was accepting names suggestions for their snowplows. On December 13, TDOT spokesperson Mark Nagi shared that voting had opened for… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee traveled out to California for a tough test with No. 2 Stanford. A strong effort by the Lady Vols wasn’t enough for the power Stanford brought in the final quarter, with Tennessee suffering a 77-70 loss to the Cardinals. Continue reading on WATE Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. — Truckloads of wreaths arrived in Knoxville on Thursday from Maine. The wreaths are part of a national program meant to honor veterans who passed away. On Saturday, the wreaths will be placed on graves at Lyons View Veterans Cemetery, East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery, Knoxville National Cemetery and many others. The annual event… Keep Reading
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Those looking for a white Christmas have a reason to be hopeful as the latest forecast models show colder air is expected in East Tennessee for Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. WATE Chief Meteorologist Ken Weathers said that the chance for snow is still extremely low, but computer models that help predict what could… Keep Reading
