Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Due to impending inclement weather, Wreaths Across America announces changes to its schedule for public wreath pickup.
Wreath pickup at the Tennessee State Veterans cemeteries on Lyons View Pike and on E. Governor John Sevier Highway has been postponed to Saturday, January 18 at 10:00 a.m.
Wreath pickup, as previously scheduled, at Knoxville National cemetery on Tyson Street NW, remains in place for Saturday, January 18, also beginning at 10:00 a.m.
Crews will be out at all three Knoxville locations.
Wreaths Across America postponed the pickup to Saturday, Jan. 18 at 10 a.m. (Courtesy: WVLT)
A major project that’s been in the works for years in Knoxville is about to get started along Sevier Avenue.
The city wants to hear from you about it, it’s the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes project which will add new sidewalks, a new railroad crossing, new street lights and traffic signals as well as the new roundabout.
The city’s holding a public meeting and an open house about the project this Thursday from 5:30 to 7:30 at South Knoxville Elementary School.
The Tennessee Highway Patrol is reporting several weather-related accidents in our area today (Sunday). There is a winter weather advisory in effect for most of East Tennessee until 7 p.m. tonight (Sunday).
THP has responded to numerous accidents this morning (Sunday) in Campbell County on Interstate 75 both north and southbound due to icy road conditions in the area.
Troopers have responded to accidents between mile markers 138 to 142. No word on injuries.
THP reminding drivers to use caution and to stay off the roads if possible.
THP says US 441 in Sevier County is mostly rain at this time (12:23 p.m. Sunday). Please exercise caution as conditions can change at any time.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – The forecast for the next 48 hours is fluid and should be watched closely. Any variation of temperatures and moisture into each elevation change can mean a difference in what you see.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
First off, Saturday is going to be a calm day. If you still need to do any pipe protection or make that warm spot for outside pets, now is the time to do that. It’s sunny, but cold Saturday afternoon with temperatures staying in the mid to upper 30s.
The winds are light, but there is still a relative wind chill. Once that sun sets, we’re headed right back to the 20s overnight.
Sunday starts off cloudy with temperatures near 24.
LOOKING AHEAD
Sunday morning around 7 a.m. is when we’ll need to start checking in on-air and the WVLT First Alert Weather App. The moisture starts to move into the plateau counties and into the valley. It’s the morning hours that we will see a mix of freezing rain, sleet and snow. Once again, that can change drastically depending on where you are and where you are headed.
The WVLT First Alert Weather Day is in effect on Sunday for the potential for frozen roads, bridges and overpasses and powerlines that could come down. A tenth of quart of an inch of ice is possible.
Winter Storm Watch is in effect for SE Kentucky while a Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Tennessee.(WVLT)Sunday at noon will be the height of the event on Sunday with snow and freezing rain across the area.(WVLT)
Eventually, buy the afternoon, this is a transition to all rain, but for temperatures fall back below freezing on Monday for a transition back to snow.
Down the road, Wednesday and Thursday is clear of the precipitation, but we are below freezing for an extended period and that’s the reason for a WVLT First Alert Weather Day once again.
Two sets of WVLT First Alert Weather Days in the 8-Day Planning Forecast.(WVLT)
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Knoxville and Knox County’s Office of Housing Stability is preparing for forecasted frigid temperatures, and the office needs a little help.
The next week is expected to bring temperatures that rival the freeze of December 2022, meaning the office is opening warming shelters for those in need. However, the office is also asking for volunteers and donations.
The warming shelters are located at the following locations:
Fountain City United Methodist Church, 212 Hotel Rd.
Vestal United Methodist Church, 115 Ogle Ave.
Magnolia Avenue United Methodist Church, 2700 E. Magnolia Ave.
Cokesbury Church, 9919 Kingston Pk.
Salvation Army, 409 N Broadway (Homeless shelter overflow site)
Volunteers are needed to deliver meals, set up cots, provide transport, check people in or stay overnight. There’s several ways to get involved, depending on which site you’d like to volunteer for:
The office is also taking donations of key supplies like blankets, sleeping bags, gloves and hats; new toiletries and socks are especially appreciated. Those interested in donating can take supplies to Knox Area Rescue Ministries at 418 North Broadway.
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) – Each of these weather systems affects the next, setting the stage for a greater impact each time. While we have cold winds and flurries to snow showers for now, this leaves us cold enough for the leading edge of rain on Sunday’s system to create a glaze of ice, with a WVLT First Alert Weather Day. After the rain to some snow, we’ll have an extended freeze and WVLT First Alert Weather Days next week.
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WHAT TO EXPECT
This morning is mostly cloudy with some flurries flying around. We’re starting the day around 32 degrees.
Spotty flurries to snow showers continue until midday Friday, then as clouds break up this afternoon, we have stray mountain snow. We are only warming to around 42 degrees in Knoxville, and mid 30s in the higher elevations. Winds make it feel colder, with a westerly wind at 10 to 20 mph and gusts around 25 mph.
Tonight is frosty and frigid, with a clear sky and low of 21 degrees by Saturday morning.
LOOKING AHEAD
Saturday is calm and chilly, with temperatures 10 degrees below average all day. We’ll only warm to 38 degrees, but at least the wind is light.
Sunday to Monday are the days we’re watching closely for precipitation type changes. The First Alert Weather Day for Sunday is for the risk of ice development in the morning to midday, especially on the Plateau to Northeast Tennessee and Southeastern Kentucky. A little ice is possible in the Valley, which can still be impactful.
It will be a slow warming to only 36 degrees Sunday afternoon with scattered rain to wintry mix showers. Actually we’ll keep warming into the 40s Sunday with a line of rain.
Monday is the next chance to see this change back to some ice and scattered snow showers, especially in the higher elevations outlining the Valley. It looks like the Valley will cool to the mid 30s Monday afternoon. It will be windy, with gusts around 30 mph, so it will feel like the 20s already.
In your First Alert 8-Day Planner, we have WVLT First Alert Weather Days for an extended freeze. We’ll barely be above freezing Tuesday, then we’ll fall into the low 20s and only warm to around 30 degrees next Wednesday and Thursday.
Nashville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) If you are looking for something to do on New Year’s Day, there’s no better place to go than the great outdoors!
Tennessee State Parks is inviting those who wish to jumpstart their New Year’s resolutions to be more active to get their hearts pumping at their local state park.
Park rangers will offer free guided hikes for all ages on January 1.
These “First Day Hikes” are part of Tennessee State Parks’ year-long “Signature Hikes” series, with most of the 59 parks hosting the events statewide.
The First Day Hikes vary from easy walks to strenuous ones.
The following are participating state parks in East Tennessee:
Harrison Bay
Sycamore Shoals
Norris Dam
Seven Islands
Cumberland Trail
Fort Loudoun
Panther Creek
Frozen Head
Indian Mountain
Red Clay
Hiwassee Ocoee
Roan Mountain
Cove Lake
Warriors Path
Rocky Fork
Officials said hikers are encouraged to wear closed-toed walking shoes and layered clothing and to bring water and snacks.
Click here for details about the First Day Hikes at each park.
The First Day Hikes vary from easy walks to strenuous ones. (Courtesy: WVLT)
Monroe County, TN (WOKI) A deputy with the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office is recovering after being shot Sunday afternoon while attempting to serve a search warrant.
MCSO officials say crews responded to a home on Reed Springs Road for a downed tree in the roadway.
The man living in the home, Richard Brown, had an active felony warrant for his arrest out of Loudon County.
A deputy tried to speak to Brown, but he went back into the residence and started making threats.
More crews were called in to execute the warrant; that’s when a deputy was shot in the arm. The deputy was taken to UT Medical Center for treatment of non-life-threatening injuries.
Brown later surrendered and was taken to the Monroe County jail.
Monroe County deputy shot while serving warrant, sheriff says. (Courtesy: MCSO)
Knoxville, TN (WOKI / WVLT) Food City will pay more than $8 million as part of a settlement with the federal government connected to the ongoing opioid epidemic.
It’s the latest news from the U.S. Department of Justice, which announced Monday that K-CA-T Food Stores, Food City’s parent company, had agreed to the settlement.
Court documents said that from Jan. 1, 2011 to Dec. 31, 2018, 24 Food City stores dispensed opioids that were medically unnecessary.
“When pharmacies fill prescriptions for opioids and other powerful controlled substances without regard to their legitimacy or medical necessity it significantly contributes to the opioid epidemic, causing great harm to our citizens and communities,” said U.S. Attorney Francis M. Hamilton III for the Eastern District of Tennessee. “This settlement agreement demonstrates that the United States Attorney’s Office and federal, state, and local law enforcement partners, are using all tools available to address the opioid crisis.”
Our news partner WVLT News reached out to K-VA-T Food Stores for a statement, below:
The allegations focused primarily on circumstances from more than a decade ago. K-VA-T has continually disputed the validity of these allegations, and the settlement agreement clearly states there is no admission of liability by K-VA-T. This case is another example of the many cases nationwide brought against manufacturers, distributors, and retailers of opioid products. – K-VA-T Food Stores
In total, $8,488,378 will go to the federal government. Another $78,621 will go to the states of Virginia and Kentucky for claims paid to Food City through state Medicaid programs.
