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Knoxville jewelry store owners concerned about string of similar thefts

Knoxville jewelry store owners on high alert after a pair of similar robberies in the area.The first happened last week at Barry's Jewelry on Merchant Drive. Another happened Thursday morning at Foster's Fine Jewelry on Kingston Pike.
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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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6 News' investigative team digs deep into pressing issues facing residents in the Knoxville area.More >>
6 News' investigative team digs deep into pressing issues facing residents in the Knoxville area.More >>

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ABLE Act aims to help people with intellectual disabilities
ABLE Act aims to help people with intellectual disabilities
A bill, heard in the Senate Wednesday, could bring big changes to East Tennessee individuals who have intellectual disabilities. More >>
A bill, heard in the Senate Wednesday, could bring big changes to East Tennessee individuals who have intellectual disabilities. More >>
Knoxville father wants answers after his son is killed in prison fight
Knoxville father wants answers after his son is killed in prison fight
An inmate from Knoxville was beaten to death over the weekend and his father wants to know how it could've happened.More >>
An inmate from Knoxville was beaten to death over the weekend and his father wants to know how it could've happened.More >>
Money saving tips for back to school shopping during Tax Free Weekend in Tennessee
Money saving tips for back to school shopping during Tax Free Weekend in Tennessee
It's hard to believe but it's that time of year again, back to school shopping. One way parents can save big is by buying supplies during Tax Free Weekend. This year, Tennessee's Sales Tax Holiday starts Friday August 1st and runs through Sunday August 3rd.More >>
It's hard to believe but it's that time of year again, back to school shopping. One way parents can save big is by buying supplies during Tax Free Weekend. This year, Tennessee's Sales Tax Holiday starts Friday August 1st and runs through Sunday August 3rd.More >>
Possible US Nitrogen deal will prevent dumping in Nolichucky River
Possible US Nitrogen deal will prevent dumping in Nolichucky River
Officials with the Old Knoxville Highway Water District say they may have struck a deal with US Nitrogen.More >>
Officials with the Old Knoxville Highway Water District say they may have struck a deal with US Nitrogen.More >>
Blount County walking horse trainer back in court after new soring violation
Blount County walking horse trainer back in court after new soring violation
A Tennessee walking horse trainer charged with animal cruelty was back in a Blount County courtroom Wednesday, just a week and a half after being cited for soring at a local horse show. Larry Wheelon is charged with soring show horses at his Maryville barn back in 2013. Soring is the process of using caustic chemicals on the animals' legs to make them pick up their feet.More >>
A Tennessee walking horse trainer charged with animal cruelty was back in a Blount County courtroom Wednesday, just a week and a half after being cited for soring at a local horse show. Larry Wheelon is charged with soring show horses at his Maryville barn back in 2013. Soring is the process of using caustic chemicals on the animals' legs to make them pick up their feet.More >>
Oak Ridge elementary school now offering free lunch to all students
Oak Ridge elementary school now offering free lunch to all students
One elementary school in Oak Ridge is kicking off the new school year with a brand new free lunch program for all students.More >>
One elementary school in Oak Ridge is kicking off the new school year with a brand new free lunch program for all students.More >>
Plans underway to sell and make use of vacant former Knox County school buildings
Plans underway to sell and make use of vacant former Knox County school buildings
With boarded up windows and broken bottles scattered around the entrance, the former Rule High School property has fallen into a state of disrepair, but it could soon be up for sale.
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With boarded up windows and broken bottles scattered around the entrance, the former Rule High School property has fallen into a state of disrepair, but it could soon be up for sale.
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Knoxville Papa John's locations raising money for girl battling cancer
Knoxville Papa John's locations raising money for girl battling cancer
A pizzeria chain is donating a portion of its proceeds Tuesday at two of its Knoxville locations to the family of a local girl battling brain cancer.More >>
A pizzeria chain is donating a portion of its proceeds Tuesday at two of its Knoxville locations to the family of a local girl battling brain cancer.More >>
Maryville restaurant gets national support for signs welcoming gun owners
Maryville restaurant gets national support for signs welcoming gun owners
Shiloh Brew and Chew restaurant in Maryville is getting national attention after the owner put up signs welcoming guns. Owner Sharma Floyd says she can barely keep up with all of the new business she's getting.More >>
Shiloh Brew and Chew restaurant in Maryville is getting national attention after the owner put up signs welcoming guns. Owner Sharma Floyd says she can barely keep up with all of the new business she's getting.More >>
Dogs on Deployment program reunites airman with dogs
Dogs on Deployment program reunites airman with dogs
We often think of military families who are separated from their loved ones when they deploy. It turns out there is a group out there that can help. More >>
We often think of military families who are separated from their loved ones when they deploy. It turns out there is a group out there that can help. More >>

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West Knoxville restaurant that failed last week says it's ready for reinspection
West Knoxville restaurant that failed last week says it's ready for reinspection
Managers from a Knoxville restaurant are being asked to report to health officials and show how they plan to correct repeated health violations.More >>
Managers from a Knoxville restaurant are being asked to report to health officials and show how they plan to correct repeated health violations.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 >>
59 from Anderson and Campbell counties indicted in meth conspiracy
59 from Anderson and Campbell counties indicted in meth conspiracy
A federal grand jury on July 16 indicted 59 people from Anderson and Campbell counties in a conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine.More >>
A federal grand jury on July 16 indicted 59 people from Anderson and Campbell counties in a conspiracy to manufacture methamphetamine.More >>
Small plane crashes in Campbell County, no serious injuries reported
Small plane crashes in Campbell County, no serious injuries reported
A small plane crashed at Deerfield Airstrip in Campbell County Thursday evening, but officials say everyone got out safely.More >>
A small plane crashed at Deerfield Airstrip in Campbell County Thursday evening, but officials say everyone got out safely.More >>
Newport police officers charged in drug and money laundering scheme
Newport police officers charged in drug and money laundering scheme
Four people including two Newport police officers and a Newport city alderwoman were charged in a misconduct case Wednesday after a lengthy probe by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and other agencies.More >>
Four people including two Newport police officers and a Newport city alderwoman were charged in a misconduct case Wednesday after a lengthy probe by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and other agencies.More >>

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6 On Your Side Answers: When should I use a credit card instead of a debit card?
6 On Your Side Answers: When should I use a credit card instead of a debit card?
It's likely you have in your purse or wallet both a debit and a credit card. They look almost identical, but not all plastic is the same.More >>
It's likely you have in your purse or wallet both a debit and a credit card. They look almost identical, but not all plastic is the same.More >>
Scott County woman fooled by 'grandmother scam'
Scott County woman fooled by 'grandmother scam'
It's an all too familiar scam. Someone calls a grandmother claiming to be a grandchild in trouble and asks to have money wired. A Scott County woman who had not heard of the scam before called 6 On Your Side saying she wants others to learn from her mistake.
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It's an all too familiar scam. Someone calls a grandmother claiming to be a grandchild in trouble and asks to have money wired. A Scott County woman who had not heard of the scam before called 6 On Your Side saying she wants others to learn from her mistake.

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6 On Your Side Answers: Are debt settlement services a good choice?
6 On Your Side Answers: Are debt settlement services a good choice?
Since most people carry several different credit cards with them, it's easy to overspend when you are not handing over cash. As a result, many people find themselves in debt.More >>
Since most people carry several different credit cards with them, it's easy to overspend when you are not handing over cash. As a result, many people find themselves in debt.More >>
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 >>

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West Knoxville restaurant that failed last week says it's ready for reinspection
West Knoxville restaurant that failed last week says it's ready for reinspection
Managers from a Knoxville restaurant are being asked to report to health officials and show how they plan to correct repeated health violations.More >>
Managers from a Knoxville restaurant are being asked to report to health officials and show how they plan to correct repeated health violations.More >>
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 >>

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Titans agree to terms with OT Taylor Lewan
Titans agree to terms with OT Taylor Lewan
The Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with left tackle Taylor Lewan, making the 11th overall selection out of Michigan the last of this year's draft picks to reach a deal.More >>
The Tennessee Titans have agreed to terms with left tackle Taylor Lewan, making the 11th overall selection out of Michigan the last of this year's draft picks to reach a deal.More >>
Mostella cleared to play for Tennessee
Mostella cleared to play for Tennessee
Four-star prospect Detrick Mostella has been cleared by the NCAA to play for the Tennessee basketball team this seasonMore >>
Four-star prospect Detrick Mostella has been cleared by the NCAA to play for the Tennessee basketball team this seasonMore >>
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ETSU athletics launches new logos, branding initiative
ETSU athletics launches new logos, branding initiative
During a Wednesday press conference inside the Carnegie Hotel’s Grand Soldiers Ballroom, the ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics officially announced a new visual identity and branding initiative for the Buccaneers’ program. While the announcement featured the release of new primary and secondary logos, a great deal of excitement also surrounded the release of the program’s new football helmet, home basketball court design, and redesigned player uniforms. ETSU Director of Intercoll...More >>
During a Wednesday press conference inside the Carnegie Hotel’s Grand Soldiers Ballroom, the ETSU Department of Intercollegiate Athletics officially announced a new visual identity and branding initiative for the Buccaneers’ program. While the announcement featured the release of new primary and secondary logos, a great deal of excitement also surrounded the release of the program’s new football helmet, home basketball court design, and redesigned player uniforms. ETSU Director of Intercoll...More >>
UT fans scope out seats in 'Meet Your Seats' event
UT fans scope out seats in 'Meet Your Seats' event
Vols fans got the chance to try out their season ticket seats or explore new ones Wednesday at Neyland Stadium.More >>
Vols fans got the chance to try out their season ticket seats or explore new ones Wednesday at Neyland Stadium.More >>
Yankees get Headley from SD for Solarte, DePaula
Yankees get Headley from SD for Solarte, DePaula
Trying to add offense at third base, the New York Yankees have acquired former Tennessee Vol Chase Headley from the San Diego Padres for infielder Yangervis Solarte and right-hander Rafael De Paula.More >>
Trying to add offense at third base, the New York Yankees have acquired former Tennessee Vol Chase Headley from the San Diego Padres for infielder Yangervis Solarte and right-hander Rafael De Paula.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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Family of Maryville girl with food allergies knows importance of proper EPI-pen storage
Family of Maryville girl with food allergies knows importance of proper EPI-pen storage
If you or someone in your family has a life-threatening food allergy, you know the importance of keeping an EPI-pen, containing epinephrine, handy at all times, but are you storing it the right way?More >>
If you or someone in your family has a life-threatening food allergy, you know the importance of keeping an EPI-pen, containing epinephrine, handy at all times, but are you storing it the right way?More >>
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 >>

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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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