Crews are starting a six-month construction project on a new roundabout that aims to improve traffic flow and safety at a problematic intersection in West Knox County.
“Going west on Hardin …
New roundabout for Hardin Valley
School’s out, pools open
The city of Knoxville’s two outdoor public pools open for the season this Memorial Day weekend. Ed Cothren Pool (1737 Reynolds Street) and Inskip Pool (4204 Bruhin Road) will welcome …
At long last, Parson Branch Road reopens
After a long wait, Thursday welcomed the reopening of Parson Branch Road in Cades Cove. The historic, eight-mile gravel road in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park provides visitors of …
Friday bird watch
Simon, a double crested cormorant, launches from Fort Loudoun Lake. Photo by Stephanie Briggs.
Zoo Knoxville recognizes World Turtle Day
In the fall of 2021, Zoo Knoxville acquired eight box turtles that were confiscated by federal officials at an airport in New York City. These turtles were just part of …
Wherefore art thou, sinkhole?
Why sinkholes? Why now?
East Tennesseans are no stranger to sinkholes, but this spring it seems that every time we turn around, we are out to investigate a new one!
We’ve got …
Bike Boat Brew & Bark your way to outdoor fun
Puppies and paddlers unite at the Bike Boat Brew & Bark event on Knoxville’s waterfront June 4. The day is packed with free activities for all ages and all levels …
Minx rugby club heads to national semifinals
When Knoxvillians brag about their local championship teams, they usually speak of sports at the University of Tennessee. But one consistently winning team isn’t affiliated with UT, and it has …