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Goals met for 6 On Your Side Day of Service blanket drive to benefit East Tennessee Kidney Foundation
Goals met for 6 On Your Side Day of Service blanket drive to benefit East Tennessee Kidney Foundation
WATE's 6 On Your Side Day of Service for July benefited East Tennessee Kidney Foundation by hosting a blanket drive Wednesday. 6 News met its goal to have 600 blankets donated, and dozens of hats, gloves and scarves were given to help the cause.
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WATE's 6 On Your Side Day of Service for July benefited East Tennessee Kidney Foundation by hosting a blanket drive Wednesday. 6 News met its goal to have 600 blankets donated, and dozens of hats, gloves and scarves were given to help the cause.

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Clinton police asking for help identifying recovered stolen jewelry
Clinton police asking for help identifying recovered stolen jewelry
Police in Clinton are asking for help in identifying several pieces of jewelry recovered from a burglary suspect's home.More >>
Police in Clinton are asking for help in identifying several pieces of jewelry recovered from a burglary suspect's home.More >>
"Chief's Challenge" battles obesity problems at Pigeon Forge fire department
"Chief's Challenge" battles obesity problems at Pigeon Forge fire department
Hitting the gym can be tough when the call of duty can happen at any moment. More >>
Hitting the gym can be tough when the call of duty can happen at any moment. More >>
Halls greenway project on hold
Halls greenway project on hold
A long-planned greenway project in the Halls community has been stalled by what Knox County officials call state bureaucracy and a complaint by the Tennessee Clean Water Network.More >>
A long-planned greenway project in the Halls community has been stalled by what Knox County officials call state bureaucracy and a complaint by the Tennessee Clean Water Network.More >>
Medal of Honor recipient fought alongside E. Tennessee fallen soldier
Medal of Honor recipient fought alongside E. Tennessee fallen soldier
Following his combat actions in Afghanistan, retired Army Sgt. Ryan Pitts received Monday the highest military merit, the Medal of Honor. More >>
Following his combat actions in Afghanistan, retired Army Sgt. Ryan Pitts received Monday the highest military merit, the Medal of Honor. More >>
American Cancer Society kicks off breast cancer fundraising event in Knoxville with human pink ribbon
American Cancer Society kicks off breast cancer fundraising event in Knoxville with human pink ribbon
The American Cancer Society kicked off its Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event Monday by creating a human pink ribbon at World's Fair Park in Knoxville.More >>
The American Cancer Society kicked off its Making Strides Against Breast Cancer event Monday by creating a human pink ribbon at World's Fair Park in Knoxville.More >>
Knoxville church helping local needy children prepare for back to school
Knoxville church helping local needy children prepare for back to school
Back to school season is getting closer and closer, and for a lot of area children, that means a flurry of shopping and spending to gear up for the new semester. Too often, families in need simply can't afford new clothes and supplies as their kids head back to class.More >>
Back to school season is getting closer and closer, and for a lot of area children, that means a flurry of shopping and spending to gear up for the new semester. Too often, families in need simply can't afford new clothes and supplies as their kids head back to class.More >>
Blount Co. Sheriff's Office launches website to save lives on "The Dragon"
Blount Co. Sheriff's Office launches website to save lives on "The Dragon"
The Blount County Sheriff's Office just turned on a website to let people know about the dangers along part of U.S. Highway 129, better known as The Dragon.More >>
The Blount County Sheriff's Office just turned on a website to let people know about the dangers along part of U.S. Highway 129, better known as The Dragon.More >>
Blount County Vietnam Veteran gets high school diploma
Blount County Vietnam Veteran gets high school diploma
49 years after his classmates graduated, a Vietnam Veteran finally received his high school diploma. We were there Saturday night for the surprise ceremony.More >>
49 years after his classmates graduated, a Vietnam Veteran finally received his high school diploma. We were there Saturday night for the surprise ceremony.
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Insects invade GSMNP posing threat to trees
Insects invade GSMNP posing threat to trees
July is a popular time for hikers and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and take in all the green scenery.More >>
July is a popular time for hikers and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and take in all the green scenery.
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Pedestrian struck and killed along Pellissippi Parkway
Pedestrian struck and killed along Pellissippi Parkway
A pedestrian is killed along Pellissippi Parkway in the early morning hours Saturday and police say several factors may be to blame.More >>
A pedestrian is killed along Pellissippi Parkway in the early morning hours Saturday and police say several factors may be to blame.More >>

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Clinton police asking for help identifying recovered stolen jewelry
Clinton police asking for help identifying recovered stolen jewelry
Police in Clinton are asking for help in identifying several pieces of jewelry recovered from a burglary suspect's home.More >>
Police in Clinton are asking for help in identifying several pieces of jewelry recovered from a burglary suspect's home.More >>
Mysterious "woman in black" spotted in Morgan County
Mysterious "woman in black" spotted in Morgan County
A mysterious figure is capturing the attention of social media. She's been nicknamed "the woman in black" and she's been spotted in different parts of east Tennessee including Madisonville, Athens, Sweetwater and now Morgan County.More >>
A mysterious figure is capturing the attention of social media. She's been nicknamed "the woman in black" and she's been spotted in different parts of east Tennessee including Madisonville, Athens, Sweetwater and now Morgan County.More >>
2 killed in Sevier Co. crash
2 killed in Sevier Co. crash
Two people were killed in a car accident in Sevier County on Monday night.More >>
Two people were killed in a car accident in Sevier County on Monday night.
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Roane Co. mom arrested after admitting she allowed her 9 year-old to drive car
Roane Co. mom arrested after admitting she allowed her 9 year-old to drive car
A mother was arrested after she admitted to allowing her 9 year-old son to drive her car.More >>
A mother was arrested after she admitted to allowing her 9 year-old son to drive her car.More >>
Authorities arrest missing pregnant Oak Ridge woman's neighbor for "destructive device"
Authorities arrest missing pregnant Oak Ridge woman's neighbor for "destructive device"
Authorities have arrested a marine who volunteered at a horse ranch with missing pregnant teen, Erin Corwin.More >>
Authorities have arrested a marine who volunteered at a horse ranch with missing pregnant teen, Erin Corwin.More >>

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Loudon woman in billing dispute over membership to closed health club
Loudon woman in billing dispute over membership to closed health club
If you are among the millions of people who have joined a health club, you know that getting in shape can really make your bank account unhealthy. There are a lot of "gotcha" clauses in a gym contract.More >>
If you are among the millions of people who have joined a health club, you know that getting in shape can really make your bank account unhealthy. There are a lot of "gotcha" clauses in a gym contract.More >>
6 On Your Side Answers: Why do online retailers only pay for return shipping in certain situations?
6 On Your Side Answers: Why do online retailers only pay for return shipping in certain situations?
With everyone leading busy lives, it's become a lot easier for many people to shop online. But customer loyalty is often achieved through a positive return experience.More >>
With everyone leading busy lives, it's become a lot easier for many people to shop online. But customer loyalty is often achieved through a positive return experience. More >>
Anderson County residents want answers about unrepaired bridge
Anderson County residents want answers about unrepaired bridge
Hundreds of people in Anderson County, just north of Clinton, are wondering when repairs will begin on a crucial railroad bridge that's been closed for a year. They say they can't get answers from the railroad company.More >>
Hundreds of people in Anderson County, just north of Clinton, are wondering when repairs will begin on a crucial railroad bridge that's been closed for a year. They say they can't get answers from the railroad company.More >>
6 On Your Side Answers: How do scammers use local numbers to pose as law enforcement?
6 On Your Side Answers: How do scammers use local numbers to pose as law enforcement?
If there is one group of people that keeps up with the latest changes in technology, it is con artists.More >>
If there is one group of people that keeps up with the latest changes in technology, it is con artists.More >>
Rutledge couple says they were not fairly compensated after DUI trucker crashed into their property
Rutledge couple says they were not fairly compensated after DUI trucker crashed into their property
A couple in Rutledge whose three vehicles and carport were destroyed by a drunk truck driver in May is pretty frustrated. They felt they got the short end of a deal offered by the driver's insurance company.More >>
A couple in Rutledge whose three vehicles and carport were destroyed by a drunk truck driver in May is pretty frustrated. They felt they got the short end of a deal offered by the driver's insurance company.More >>

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West Knoxville family-style buffet flunks health inspection
West Knoxville family-style buffet flunks health inspection
A family style restaurant has one of the lowest health inspection scores of the year.More >>
A family style restaurant has one of the lowest health inspection scores of the year. More >>
Knoxville restaurant given 48 hours to fix health violations or face closure
Knoxville restaurant given 48 hours to fix health violations or face closure
A Knoxville restaurant has been given notice to fix its health violations or face being closed. The restaurant failed to correct critical violations that were discovered during its routine unannounced semi annual health inspection a few weeks ago.More >>
A Knoxville restaurant has been given notice to fix its health violations or face being closed. The restaurant failed to correct critical violations that were discovered during its routine unannounced semi annual health inspection a few weeks ago.More >>
Health violations at North Knox tavern, numerous high scores
Health violations at North Knox tavern, numerous high scores
It's been a good week for area restaurants that were visited by health inspectors. This week there's a perfect health inspection score as well as a few others that are real close.More >>
It's been a good week for area restaurants that were visited by health inspectors. This week there's a perfect health inspection score as well as a few others that are real close.More >>
Knoxville hibachi restaurant fails health inspection with numerous serious violations
Knoxville hibachi restaurant fails health inspection with numerous serious violations
A Knoxville hibachi restaurant has a failing grade this week with half a dozen serious health violations. Those critical violations are issues that could potentially make customers sick if not corrected.More >>
A Knoxville hibachi restaurant has a failing grade this week with half a dozen serious health violations. Those critical violations are issues that could potentially make customers sick if not corrected.More >>
Downtown Knoxville sushi restaurant temporarily closed due to health violations
Downtown Knoxville sushi restaurant temporarily closed due to health violations
A popular downtown Knoxville Japanese restaurant had a rough going when the health inspector visited recently.More >>
A popular downtown Knoxville Japanese restaurant had a rough going when the health inspector visited recently. More >>

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Vols junior college transfer cleared to play
Vols junior college transfer cleared to play
Tennessee junior college transfer linebacker, Chris Weatherd has been cleared to play this season by the NCAA a university spokesperson confirmed Monday.More >>
Tennessee junior college transfer linebacker, Chris Weatherd has been cleared to play this season by the NCAA a university spokesperson confirmed Monday.More >>
Warlick seeking better finish from Lady Vols
Warlick seeking better finish from Lady Vols
Tennessee coach Holly Warlick believes improving her team's toughness can keep the Lady Vols from peaking too early for a second straight season.More >>
Tennessee coach Holly Warlick believes improving her team's toughness can keep the Lady Vols from peaking too early for a second straight season.More >>
Leslie headlines 2015 women's Hall of Fame class
Leslie headlines 2015 women's Hall of Fame class
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
Four-time Olympic gold medalist Lisa Leslie headlines the 2015 women's basketball Hall of Fame induction class announced Saturday.More >>
Tennessee's freshman class features familiar names
Tennessee's freshman class features familiar names
Tennessee is counting on family connections to help the program return to prominence.More >>
Tennessee is counting on family connections to help the program return to prominence.More >>
DUI charges dismissed against former UT quarterback
DUI charges dismissed against former UT quarterback
Charges stemming from the DUI arrest of radio host and former UT football player Erik Ainge were dismissed on Friday.More >>
Charges stemming from the DUI arrest of radio host and former UT football player Erik Ainge were dismissed on Friday.More >>

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West Knoxville butcher offers full service at old world shop
West Knoxville butcher offers full service at old world shop
William Carithers has been butchering for over 15 years.
We've all experienced the disappointment of a too tough steak or too dry pork chop. Sometimes it's how we cook it, but often it's about the meat itself. So how do you remedy that? Willy's Butcher Shop believes it has the answer.More >>
We've all experienced the disappointment of a too tough steak or too dry pork chop. Sometimes it's how we cook it, but often it's about the meat itself. So how do you remedy that? Willy's Butcher Shop believes it has the answer.More >>
Anderson County woman keeps barn quilt tradition alive
Anderson County woman keeps barn quilt tradition alive
From her porch in rural Anderson County, we watched Coleen Miller sketch her next barn quilt. Over the past five years, Miller has done her part to make people aware of an art form that was once an important way rural communities communicated.More >>
From her porch in rural Anderson County, we watched Coleen Miller sketch her next barn quilt. Over the past five years, Miller has done her part to make people aware of an art form that was once an important way rural communities communicated.More >>
Claxton man shapes wood into art with a chainsaw
Claxton man shapes wood into art with a chainsaw
There's nothing quite like the smell of a freshly cut piece of wood and nothing quite so beautiful as wood that's been shaped and sanded into a vessel or piece of art. Ross Miller, of Claxton, has taken wood working to a whole new level, putting away the whittling knife and taking up the chainsaw. More >>
There's nothing quite like the smell of a freshly cut piece of wood and nothing quite so beautiful as wood that's been shaped and sanded into a vessel or piece of art. Ross Miller, of Claxton, has taken wood working to a whole new level, putting away the whittling knife and taking up the chainsaw. More >>
Maryville church working to feed members and those in need through hydroponic gardening
Maryville church working to feed members and those in need through hydroponic gardening
At Cedar Point Church in Maryville, Pastor Kurt Steinbach is on a mission. This spring, he and members of his church began the Harvest Farms Co-op.Their goal is to feed their membership healthy, organic vegetables and have enough left over to feed others less fortunate. They plan to do that by hydroponic gardening.More >>
At Cedar Point Church in Maryville, Pastor Kurt Steinbach is on a mission. This spring, he and members of his church began the Harvest Farms Co-op.Their goal is to feed their membership healthy, organic vegetables and have enough left over to feed others less fortunate. They plan to do that by hydroponic gardening.More >>
Maynardville's 'Apple Butter Brothers' raising money for those in need
Maynardville's 'Apple Butter Brothers' raising money for those in need
A group of guys in Maynardville believe their apple butter may just be the best around, and after tasting it, you might agree with them. For many children in Union County, it's also a big help for them.More >>
A group of guys in Maynardville believe their apple butter may just be the best around, and after tasting it, you might agree with them. For many children in Union County, it's also a big help for them.More >>

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Device worn partially in the mouth helping hearing-impaired East Tennesseans
Device worn partially in the mouth helping hearing-impaired East Tennesseans
A breakthrough system to help the hearing impaired is available in Knoxville. What's different about this one? Part of the device is worn in the patient's mouth.More >>
A breakthrough system to help the hearing impaired is available in Knoxville. What's different about this one? Part of the device is worn in the patient's mouth.More >>
Knoxville man used to weigh 555 pounds, now an inspiration to others and needs your help
Knoxville man used to weigh 555 pounds, now an inspiration to others and needs your help
It's an amazing story. A Knoxville man who weighed 555 pounds not that long ago is now literally half the guy he used to be. When we asked him what 555 pounds feels like, this was Stephen's response: "There isn't life at 555 pounds. I mean, if I'm going to be honest, I was a shut-in."More >>
It's an amazing story. A Knoxville man who weighed 555 pounds not that long ago is now literally half the guy he used to be. When we asked him what 555 pounds feels like, this was Stephen's response: "There isn't life at 555 pounds. I mean, if I'm going to be honest, I was a shut-in."
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Knoxville group helps educate women about birth options
Knoxville group helps educate women about birth options
Many mothers who have their first child by Cesarean section aren't limited to delivering their future babies that way. A local non-profit organization is trying to help educate women about their birth options.More >>
Many mothers who have their first child by Cesarean section aren't limited to delivering their future babies that way. A local non-profit organization is trying to help educate women about their birth options.More >>
Loudon County boy copes with storm anxiety
Loudon County boy copes with storm anxiety
The threat of severe weather is cause for major panic for many people. While we're not wrong to be afraid of an approaching storm, mental health experts say "storm anxiety" is a real issue, and it's scary for those who deal with it.More >>
The threat of severe weather is cause for major panic for many people. While we're not wrong to be afraid of an approaching storm, mental health experts say "storm anxiety" is a real issue, and it's scary for those who deal with it.More >>
Knoxville woman diagnosed with colon cancer encourages getting second opinions
Knoxville woman diagnosed with colon cancer encourages getting second opinions
A Knoxville woman diagnosed with stage four colon cancer has advice for us all. Don't be afraid to get a second opinion.More >>
A Knoxville woman diagnosed with stage four colon cancer has advice for us all. Don't be afraid to get a second opinion.More >>

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The Faces of Meth
The Faces of Meth
The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office of Oregon posted pictures on their website of repeat meth offenders. They hope the images will educate people on how dangerous the drug is. More >>
The Multnomah County Sheriff's Office of Oregon posted pictures on their website of repeat meth offenders. They hope the images will educate people on how dangerous the drug is. More >>
Knox County woman finds a drunk man in her closet
Knox County woman finds a drunk man in her closet
A Knox County woman discovered a drunk man in her closet early Wednesday morning.
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A Knox County woman discovered a drunk man in her closet early Wednesday morning.
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Rare antique car stolen from Knoxville home, later recovered
Rare antique car stolen from Knoxville home, later recovered
A rare classic car stolen from a home in Knoxville's Mechanicsville neighborhood has been recovered.
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A rare classic car stolen from a home in Knoxville's Mechanicsville neighborhood has been recovered.
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3 women arrested for alleged prostitution at Seymour spa
3 women arrested for alleged prostitution at Seymour spa
Three women were arrested for allegedly running a prostitution business out of a Seymour spa.
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Three women were arrested for allegedly running a prostitution business out of a Seymour spa.
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Fire destroys Fireworks Superstore
Fire destroys Fireworks Superstore
A Sunday evening fire destroyed the Fireworks Superstore building off I-75 near Exit 141 in Campbell County.
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A Sunday evening fire destroyed the Fireworks Superstore building off I-75 near Exit 141 in Campbell County.
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Knoxville man claims $259.8 million Powerball jackpot in Nashville
Knoxville man claims $259.8 million Powerball jackpot in Nashville
A Knoxville man claimed the largest lottery jackpot ever awarded in Tennessee history
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A Knoxville man claimed the largest lottery jackpot ever awarded in Tennessee history
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Pregnant Oak Ridge woman missing in Southern California
Pregnant Oak Ridge woman missing in Southern California
Southern California authorities are asking for the public's help to find a pregnant woman from Oak Ridge, Tenn.More >>
Southern California authorities are asking for the public's help to find a pregnant woman from Oak Ridge, Tenn.More >>
Plans moving forward to fix problems at Fountain City Lake
Plans moving forward to fix problems at Fountain City Lake
There's a plan in the works for cleaning up the waters of Fountain City Lake, also known as the duck pond.
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There's a plan in the works for cleaning up the waters of Fountain City Lake, also known as the duck pond.
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10 Dogs Most Often Blacklisted by Insurers
10 Dogs Most Often Blacklisted by Insurers
We all know that a dog is man's best friend, but that's not always true for insurance companies. There are certain dogs that are blacklisted by insurers.More >>
We all know that a dog is man's best friend, but that's not always true for insurance companies. There are certain dogs that are blacklisted by insurers.More >>
Jim Wogan Through the Years
Jim Wogan Through the Years
6 News takes a look back at the career of former sports director Jim Wogan.More >>
6 News takes a look back at the career of former sports director Jim Wogan.
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