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Campbell County animal control board meets for first time since shelter closure

Members of the Animal Control Advisory Board in Campbell County met for the first time Tuesday night since closing the county's only shelter amid scandal. More>>

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Scam artists promise free or low cost medical alert systems
Scam artists promise free or low cost medical alert systems
Tennessee officials are warning seniors to beware of scam phone calls promising them free or low cost medical alert systems.More >>
Tennessee officials are warning seniors to beware of scam phone calls promising them free or low cost medical alert systems.More >>
Descendants, homeowners association in dispute over historic cemetery
Descendants, homeowners association in dispute over historic cemetery
Descendants of the Click and McLemore families in Monroe county are fighting to gain access to a family cemetery that dates back to the 1840s.
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Descendants of the Click and McLemore families in Monroe county are fighting to gain access to a family cemetery that dates back to the 1840s.
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After woman signs up for payday loan, lender starts withdrawing from bank account
After woman signs up for payday loan, lender starts withdrawing from bank account
A Morristown woman who found herself short of cash took out a payday loan last year, from an online loan company. Now she regrets her decision.More >>
A Morristown woman who found herself short of cash took out a payday loan last year, from an online loan company. Now she regrets her decision.More >>
Disabled 27-year-old finally qualifies for Tenncare
Disabled 27-year-old finally qualifies for Tenncare
After years of waiting for Tenncare, a young disabled woman in Claiborne County has finally been accepted.More >>
After years of waiting for Tenncare, a young disabled woman in Claiborne County has finally been accepted.More >>
Asphalt contractor baits and switches Halls homeowners
Asphalt contractor baits and switches Halls homeowners
It's that time of year when con men start traveling throughout neighborhoods offering unsuspecting people discounted prices to pave their driveway.More >>
It's that time of year when con men start traveling throughout neighborhoods offering unsuspecting people discounted prices to pave their driveway.More >>

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Two Knoxville restaurants fail health inspections
Two Knoxville restaurants fail health inspections
Two popular family-style restaurants scored failing health inspection grades.More >>
Two popular family-style restaurants scored failing health inspection grades.More >>
Two Asian restaurants fail health inspection for hygiene issues
Two Asian restaurants fail health inspection for hygiene issues
A popular buffet fails it's health inspection this week, and so does an eating spot at a mall food court.More >>
A popular buffet fails it's health inspection this week, and so does an eating spot at a mall food court.More >>
Beard nets and dropped food sink the inspections of two Asian restaurants
Beard nets and dropped food sink the inspections of two Asian restaurants
A well known Asian diner failed its health inspection report this week.More >>
A well known Asian diner failed its health inspection report this week.More >>
Two popular Knoxville bars among the five low scores this week
Two popular Knoxville bars among the five low scores this week
Five area restaurants scored poor health inspections reports this week.More >>
Five area restaurants scored poor health inspections reports this week.More >>
HoneyBaked Ham gets lowest score of the week
HoneyBaked Ham gets lowest score of the week
This week, restaurant health inspectors found more temperature code violations and noted improper employee hygiene practices.More >>
This week, restaurant health inspectors found more temperature code violations and noted improper employee hygiene practices.More >>

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Tellico Plains spring owners ahead of the curve on bottled water
Tellico Plains spring owners ahead of the curve on bottled water
In Tellico Plains, you can find some real, pure, local water that you can enjoy every day.More >>
In Tellico Plains, you can find some real, pure, local water that you can enjoy every day.More >>
YMCA community garden nourishes the brains and bellies of local kids
YMCA community garden nourishes the brains and bellies of local kids
One local Y is helping to produce healthy snacks for local food banks and summer camps and they want to help others learn how to grow their own food as well.More >>
One local Y is helping to produce healthy snacks for local food banks and summer camps and they want to help others learn how to grow their own food as well.More >>
Tennessee roots help to shape Farragut grad's debut album
Tennessee roots help to shape Farragut grad's debut album
A Farragut High School graduate is using her voice and experience here in East Tennessee to help launch her music career.More >>
A Farragut High School graduate is using her voice and experience here in East Tennessee to help launch her music career.More >>
Tellico Plains woodworker turns local wood waste into works of art
Tellico Plains woodworker turns local wood waste into works of art
At Tellico Turnings in Monroe County, one local wood-turning artist is turning out some incredible and functional pieces for your home, all made out of local wood.More >>
At Tellico Turnings in Monroe County, one local wood-turning artist is turning out some incredible and functional pieces for your home, all made out of local wood.More >>
Sevierville painter takes inspiration from East Tennessee's natural beauty
Sevierville painter takes inspiration from East Tennessee's natural beauty
Robert Tino, who owns the Robert A. Tino Gallery in Sevierville, is known worldwide for his paintings that are inspired by the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Smokies.More >>
Robert Tino, who owns the Robert A. Tino Gallery in Sevierville, is known worldwide for his paintings that are inspired by the natural beauty of East Tennessee and the Smokies.More >>

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Experts say link between allergies and asthma still being uncovered
Experts say link between allergies and asthma still being uncovered
Studies show 80% of people with asthma also have allergies, so if you better control your allergies, you may be able to avoid asthma.More >>
Studies show 80% of people with asthma also have allergies, so if you better control your allergies, you may be able to avoid asthma.More >>
Interpreters ease the concerns of non-English speaking families at Children's Hospital
Interpreters ease the concerns of non-English speaking families at Children's Hospital
It's scary enough as a parent if your child has to be hospitalized, but imagine not being able to understand the doctors and nurses because you speak a different language.More >>
It's scary enough as a parent if your child has to be hospitalized, but imagine not being able to understand the doctors and nurses because you speak a different language.More >>
Lady Vols' longtime trainer Jenny Moshak pens new book
Lady Vols' longtime trainer Jenny Moshak pens new book
Jenny Moshak shares her years of knowledge as a leader and an athlete in her new book.More >>
Jenny Moshak shares her years of knowledge as a leader and an athlete in her new book.
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Study finds aspirin can reduce cancer risk; doctors say not so fast
Study finds aspirin can reduce cancer risk; doctors say not so fast
Can an aspirin a day keep skin cancer away? A recent study found it could prevent melanoma in some women.More >>
Can an aspirin a day keep skin cancer away? A recent study found it could prevent melanoma in some women.More >>
Defibrillator vest keeps heart patients safe from sudden cardiac arrest
Defibrillator vest keeps heart patients safe from sudden cardiac arrest
An East Tennessee man credits an innovative device with saving him from certain death.More >>
An East Tennessee man credits an innovative device with saving him from certain death.More >>

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Teen volunteers pitch in at East Tennessee Children's Hospital
Teen volunteers pitch in at East Tennessee Children's Hospital
For the next two months, East Tennessee Children's Hospital will host hundreds of teenagers from around the region.More >>
For the next two months, East Tennessee Children's Hospital will host hundreds of teenagers from around the region.More >>
Local cake decorator wins national competition
Local cake decorator wins national competition
Rebecca Lougheed, a cake decorator at Food City, recently won a national competition for her intricate decorating skills.More >>
Rebecca Lougheed, a cake decorator at Food City, recently won a national competition for her intricate decorating skills.
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Alcoa golf course joins others in switching to Bermuda grass
Alcoa golf course joins others in switching to Bermuda grass
As the popularity of golf has grown over the past decade or two, so has the need for better and hardier grasses - grasses that can stand up to the increased play and the heat of late summer in Tennessee.More >>
As the popularity of golf has grown over the past decade or two, so has the need for better and hardier grasses - grasses that can stand up to the increased play and the heat of late summer in Tennessee.More >>
Passion for piano spurred a Knoxville man to save one of the city's iconic theatres
Passion for piano spurred a Knoxville man to save one of the city's iconic theatres
Dr. Bill Snyder, a former UT administrator, turned his passion for piano and the Wurlitzer at the Tennessee Theatre into a campaign to save one of Knoxville's landmarks.More >>
Dr. Bill Snyder, a former UT administrator, turned his passion for piano and the Wurlitzer at the Tennessee Theatre into a campaign to save one of Knoxville's landmarks.More >>
Sevier Co. foundation instrumental in bringing the bald eagle back from endangered status
Sevier Co. foundation instrumental in bringing the bald eagle back from endangered status
In a small, tucked away corner of Sevier County, near one of the most popular amusement parks in the country, a group of dedicated workers is helping our national symbol – the Bald Eagle.More >>
In a small, tucked away corner of Sevier County, near one of the most popular amusement parks in the country, a group of dedicated workers is helping our national symbol – the Bald Eagle.More >>

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Fifth Pilot employee pleads guilty to federal charges
Fifth Pilot employee pleads guilty to federal charges
Three Pilot Flying J employees pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to charges of conspiracy and wire fraud.More >>
Three Pilot Flying J employees pleaded guilty in federal court Tuesday to charges of conspiracy and wire fraud. Kevin Wallace Clark, Jay Stinnett, and Holly Radford pleaded guilty in exchange for providing information in the case.More >>
Man arrested at scene of West Knoxville apartment fire
Man arrested at scene of West Knoxville apartment fire
A small fire broke out early Wednesday morning inside a West Knoxville apartment complex. One person was arrested at the scene.More >>
A small fire broke out early Wednesday morning inside a West Knoxville apartment complex.More >>
Excitement already cooking for upcoming Vol football season
Excitement already cooking for upcoming Vol football season
We're just a few months away from football season, but interest is already building in season ticket and Vol memorabilia sales. New coach Butch Jones has injected a renewed optimism for the future.More >>
We're just a few months away from football season. But already there's been a lot of interest in season tickets and Vol memorabilia. The idea of a new coach has injected a renewed optimism for the future of UT football.More >>
George Thomas appeals conviction, sentence in Christian-Newsom murders
George Thomas appeals conviction, sentence in Christian-Newsom murders
George Thomas is challenging his conviction and sentence after his latest retrial.More >>
George Thomas is challenging his conviction and sentence after his latest retrial.More >>
18 mayors: Limit use of food stamps to buy soda
18 mayors: Limit use of food stamps to buy soda
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting food stamps be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks.More >>
The mayors of New York, Los Angeles, Chicago and 15 other cities are reviving a push against letting food stamps be used to buy soda and other sugary drinks.More >>

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James, Heat beats Spurs 103-100 in OT; Game 7 next
James, Heat beats Spurs 103-100 in OT; Game 7 next
Mario Chalmers broke out of a shooting slump to score 10 points, lifting the Miami Heat to a 27-25 lead over the San Antonio Spurs after one quarter of Game 6 in the NBA Finals on Tuesday night.More >>
LeBron James saved a championship reign, canceled a celebration.More >>
Stokes joins USA team
Stokes joins USA team
UT forward Jarnell Stokes was named to the USA Under-19 national team on Tuesday and will begin practice immediately for the World Championships to be played in the Czech Republic starting in late June.More >>
UT forward Jarnell Stokes was named to the USA Under-19 national team on Tuesday and will begin practice immediately for the World Championships to be played in the Czech Republic starting in late June.More >>
Bruins beat Blackhawks 2-0, lead Cup finals 2-1
Bruins beat Blackhawks 2-0, lead Cup finals 2-1
The Chicago Blackhawks suffered a key loss moments before a scoreless first period of Game 3 of the Stanley Cup finals when Marian Hossa was scratched from the lineup after being hit by a puck during warm-ups on...More >>
Tuukka Rask watched most of the action at the other end of the ice. And when the Blackhawks did make a late charge, he was ready.More >>
Top linebacker commits to Vols
Top linebacker commits to Vols
Butch Jones has added a much-needed linebacker to his 2014 recruiting class.More >>
Butch Jones has added a much needed linebacker to his 2014 recruiting class.More >>
UT football honored for sportsmanship
UT football honored for sportsmanship
Tennessee's football team is honored by the SEC for a show of sportsmanship.More >>
Tennessee's football team is honored by the SEC for a show of sportsmanship.More >>
Manning scholarship winners announced
Manning scholarship winners announced
Alexandra Brito from Brentwood and Grant Currin from Cleveland have been named the 2013 recipients of the Peyton Manning Scholarship at the University of Tennessee.More >>
Alexandra Brito from Brentwood and Grant Currin from Cleveland have been named the 2013 recipients of the Peyton Manning Scholarship at the University of Tennessee.More >>
Manu Ginobili sparks Spurs to Game 5 win
Manu Ginobili sparks Spurs to Game 5 win
Manu Ginobili had seven points and four assists in a surprise start to spark the San Antonio Spurs to a 32-19 lead over the Miami Heat after one quarter in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night.More >>
Manu Ginobili ran onto the floor as fans stood and screamed.More >>
Biffle holds on to win again at Michigan, Bayne finishes 15th
Biffle holds on to win again at Michigan, Bayne finishes 15th
Greg Biffle raced to his second straight Sprint Cup victory at Michigan International SpeedwayMore >>
Greg Biffle raced to his second straight Sprint Cup victory at Michigan International Speedway, easily holding off Kevin Harvick after points leader Jimmie Johnson smacked the wall in the final laps Sunday.More >>
Retired racecar driver Dick Trickle commits suicide
Retired racecar driver Dick Trickle commits suicide
Richard "Dick" Trickle, the former racecar driver, died Thursday.More >>
Richard "Dick" Trickle, the former racecar driver, died Thursday.More >>
Smith holds off Larson to win Nationwide race
Smith holds off Larson to win Nationwide race
Points leader Regan Smith won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday.More >>
Points leader Regan Smith won the NASCAR Nationwide Series race at Michigan International Speedway on Saturday.More >>

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