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Jefferson County Explosion Caused by Propane Leak, Sheriff Says
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Jefferson County Explosion Caused by Propane Leak, Sheriff Says

Jefferson County, TN (WOKI) UPDATE 3/7: The Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office releasing more information concerning a fire and explosion Thursday at Lake Cove Resort. Jefferson County EMA officials say a man was injured in the fire which occurred in an RV; he was treated at the scene and airlifted to the University of Tennessee Medical…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

Unicoi County Continues Clean-up Following Flooding Caused by Hurricane Helene

Unicoi County Continues Clean-up Following Flooding Caused by Hurricane Helene

Several East Tennessee counties are still working to rebuild months after Helene ripped through, including Unicoi County. On September 27th, the Nolichucky River flooded parts of the county. The river flooded businesses, churches and homes. Now nearly six months later, people are still hopeful it can return to normal. Along the river, debris is getting…MORE

Harrogate Restaurant Fire Deemed Accidental, Claiborne County Sheriff Says

Harrogate Restaurant Fire Deemed Accidental, Claiborne County Sheriff Says

Harrogate, TN (WOKI) We’re learning more now about Monday’s deadly restaurant fire in Claiborne County. The fire at Bronco Mexican Restaurant in Harrogate prompted a response from several agencies. Officials with the Claiborne County Sheriff’s Office say that after getting the fire under control, firefighters found a body inside; that person died of smoke inhalation.…MORE

313 Initiative Leads to ‘Staggering’ Drug Bust in Knox County, Sheriff Says

313 Initiative Leads to ‘Staggering’ Drug Bust in Knox County, Sheriff Says

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Describing their findings as “staggering,” detectives with the Knox County Sheriff’s Office Narcotics Division make a big drug bust Tuesday in Knox County. KCSO officials say investigators stopped several cars believed to be connected to a suspicious house, taking four people into custody and seizing several quantities of drugs to include 302…MORE

A Major Drug Operation in Lenior City Leads to the Arrest of Six on Felony Charges
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A Major Drug Operation in Lenior City Leads to the Arrest of Six on Felony Charges

Lenior City, TN (WOKI/WVLT) A major drug operation is shut down in Lenoir City with six arrested on felony charges.  District Attorney General Russell Johnson says officials say the home, in the 14000 block of Beals Chapel Road, has been a “hub of criminal activity for several years.”    Multiple agencies including the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office and…MORE

A Major Drug Operation in Lenior City Leads to the Arrest of Six on Felony Charges
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A Major Drug Operation in Lenior City Leads to the Arrest of Six on Felony Charges

Lenior City, TN (WOKI/WVLT) A major drug operation is shut down in Lenoir City with six arrested on felony charges.  District Attorney General Russell Johnson says officials say the home, in the 14000 block of Beals Chapel Road, has been a “hub of criminal activity for several years.”    Multiple agencies including the Loudon County Sheriff’s Office and…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