NYPD to KPD: Morgan, family found their home
For 13 years Kevin Morgan was a decorated member of the New York Police Department (NYPD), working...
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Category: Our Town Heroes
Rural Metro honors 3 with major fire awards
Just a simple “thanks” would be plenty. Or maybe “you did a great job” or perhaps a few “high...
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THP’s Brad Fuson focuses on getting the job done
These were not Brad Fuson’s exact words, but it’s close: “In this job you do what you have to do...
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Rural Metro honors 3 in life-saving rescue from December fire
On December 6, 2024, Rural Metro Fire Lt. Cameron Rood, firefighter Nick Johnson and firefighter...
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LCSO Sgt. Chris Martin: A man with many skills
What an interesting fellow we have here at the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office! He works in a jail,...
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Ozzie Cardenas: Rural Metro 2024 Firefighter of the Year
When the alarm sounds for the A shift at Rural Metro’s Station 10 on Parkside Drive and the big...
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KCSO adds 14 corrections officers
Fourteen men and women have joined the Knox County Sheriff’s Office as corrections officers. On...
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Capt. Eric Romines: KCR’s super ‘aquaphile’ volunteer
Capt. Eric Lee Romines is an “aquaphile.” His volunteer spirit work and his lifelong hobby are...
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Mayor declares ‘Vicky Dalton Day’
December 30, 2024, was declared Vicky Dalton Day by Mayor Indya Kincannon to honor Dalton’s 35...
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Retirements cost KPD 73 years of experience
The Knoxville Police Department recognized Officer Benny Mitchell and Sgt. Rodney Patton for their...
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Hero Kid Award to launch 1/1
Our Wednesday feature, Innocence to Influence features youths who have made a significant impact...
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Amanda Gouldie: Grant’s widow – A hero like him!
The silence is deafening for Amanda Gouldie. She is now walking down a new road into a new life....
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