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Rural Metro is Investigating a Possible Hot Tub Explosion
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Rural Metro is Investigating a Possible Hot Tub Explosion

An investigation is underway after Rural Metro Fire crews respond to a possible exploding hot tub in North Knox County. It happened yesterday in the 7200 block of Brickey Lane.  The Homeowners said they heard the hot tub explode and it was engulfed in flames. Quick response by Rural Metro kept the nearby home, which was…MORE

City Grants Deadline Extension for Knoxville College to Address Building in Disrepair

City Grants Deadline Extension for Knoxville College to Address Building in Disrepair

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) The City of Knoxville Wednesday extends the deadline for Knoxville College to repair or close off the McKee Administration Building, which the city says is in serious disrepair. Knoxville College, East Tennessee’s only historically Black college or university, has been working to regain accreditation and repair much of its main campus since…MORE

Covenant Health Park Parking Plan Provides Convenient and Affordable Access

Boyd Sports has partnered with the City of Knoxville and Knox County to develop a comprehensive parking plan for Knoxville Smokies games and other event days at Covenant Health Park, downtown Knoxville’s new publicly owned sports and entertainment stadium. The collaborative parking plan features more than 1,500 dedicated parking spaces to serve Covenant Health Park,…MORE

LeConte Lodge Warns of Storm Damage on Alum Cave Trail

LeConte Lodge Warns of Storm Damage on Alum Cave Trail

Gatlinburg, TN (WOKI) Hiking to LeConte Lodge via Alum Cave Trail in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park will look a little different as Park Service crews continue to clean up some storm damage. According to LeConte Lodge representatives via a social media post, the higher peaks in the Smokies saw up to 100 mph…MORE

A Water Main Break is Affecting Some Alcoa Businesses

A water main break is affecting some Alcoa businesses. The City of Alcoa’s water department is working that break at the entrance of Hunters Crossing at Louisville Road. Those in the area can expect some outages for the next several hours. Specifically, the city warned that businesses at Hunters Crossing would be affected which includes…MORE

McGHEE TYSON AIRPORT PREPARES FOR SPRING BREAK

McGHEE TYSON AIRPORT PREPARES FOR SPRING BREAK

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Starting Thursday, March 6, 2025, through Monday, March 24, 2025, McGhee Tyson Airport is expecting higher than normal passenger traffic due to Spring Break travel.  With an increased number of travelers in the airport, it is important to be aware of the following information when traveling during those dates:MORE