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Area East Tennessee Pools Opening for Season this Memorial Day Weekend

Area East Tennessee Pools Opening for Season this Memorial Day Weekend

Memorial Day Weekend has many of us looking to the water. Community swimming pools and splash pads opening across East Tennessee. The Oak Ridge pool will be open from 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. today (Friday) through Monday, after that will be regular operating hours. In Knoxville, Inskip Pool and Karns Pool both open tomorrow…MORE

Governor Bill Lee Signs Historic Bill to Raise Teacher Pay, Protect Taxpayer Dollars

Governor Bill Lee Signs Historic Bill to Raise Teacher Pay, Protect Taxpayer Dollars

Tennessee Governor Bill Lee marked https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axsCBMGh6Ns the signing of the Teacher Paycheck Protection Act, https://wapp.capitol.tn.gov/apps/BillInfo/Default.aspx?BillNumber=SB0281 a landmark bill that will give teachers the largest pay raise in state history and protect Tennessee teachers and taxpayers by ensuring that union membership dues are no longer collected by school districts.  “Teaching is more than just a career – it’s…MORE

Knox County Parks and Recreation Summer Park and Play Program Announced

Knox County Parks and Recreation Summer Park and Play Program Announced

Knox County Parks and Recreation Department is launching a new initiative for the summer called Park & Play to expand recreation and wellness access across Knox County. “Knox County has an incredible park system,” said Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs. “It only stands to reason that Parks staff would find ways to expand recreation offerings…MORE

Medic’s Annual Parrot Head Blood Donor Event Gets Underway Next Week

Medic’s Annual Parrot Head Blood Donor Event Gets Underway Next Week

It’s time for summer, and MEDIC is ready to kick things off with the annual Parrot Head Week from May 22 – 26. MEDIC will be serving cheeseburgers to throughout the week, and donors will receive a special edition t-shirt (while supplies last), Texas Roadhouse coupon, Salsarita’s coupon, and automatic entry to win one of…MORE

Knoxville Police Announce 2022 Officer / Employee of the Year Awards

Knoxville Police Announce 2022 Officer / Employee of the Year Awards

The Knoxville Police Department honored its 2022 employee and officer of the year award winners on Monday at the department’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon. Four employees and one volunteer were recognized during the luncheon for their outstanding service on behalf of the KPD and dedication to the City of Knoxville. Officers Jonathan Gomez and Austin…MORE

Knoxville Police Announce 2022 Officer / Employee of the Year Awards

Knoxville Police Announce 2022 Officer / Employee of the Year Awards

The Knoxville Police Department honored its 2022 employee and officer of the year award winners on Monday at the department’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon. Four employees and one volunteer were recognized during the luncheon for their outstanding service on behalf of the KPD and dedication to the City of Knoxville. Officers Jonathan Gomez and Austin…MORE