If you are driving in Blount, Monroe or Sevier counties while under the influence of alcohol or drugs, driving recklessly or drag racing, with no seatbelt on or chattering on …
Cody Bengel: Fills many roles in Loudon County
Deputy Chief Zac Frye did not waste or mince his words about Cody Bengel. “He’s always willing to work and do whatever is asked of him. Cody has a positive …
David Wortham: Dangers of driving the HELP truck
(On Nov. 5, 2018, KnoxTNToday.com published its first “Our Town Heroes” story introducing you to those who are first responders in the emergency services profession. Today is our 230th “Hero” …
Capt. Brad Rettig leads RM’s new wildland team
You may find Rural Metro Fire Capt. Brad Rettig and his crew fighting a house fire. He may be at a roadside accident using his paramedic life-saving skills. Or he …
Tracy Hunter: It’s about her ‘families’
Super Mom. Super wife. Super daughter. Super cop. Super juggler (more about that later). That pretty much sums up Knoxville Police Capt. Tracy Hunter’s life, a pro’s pro with two …
Jody Smith: ‘Angel forever’ to Vicky Taylor
Vicky Taylor’s eye-catching yard sign caught attention of Jody Smith. He sat in her driveway staring at the sign. She needed a new kidney, soon. He stared for a long …
Amber Dowd: Caring, calming dispatcher
Odds are you’ve never heard Amber Olivia Dowd’s voice. But many Tennessee Highway Patrol troopers in East Tennessee know and love hearing her voice and are thankful for it. She …
Angie Parris: Keeping schools safe
So far, so far, it’s just threats threatening our schools, students and staffs. Everyone’s fingers are crossed it stays just threats. Especially the fingers of Det. Lt. Angie Parris and …