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Biscuit Fest 2013 takes over downtown Knoxville
Biscuit Fest 2013 takes over downtown Knoxville
The International Biscuit Festival made its way to Knoxville this week, wrapping up on Saturday.More >>
It's one of the most delicious times of year once again, as downtown Knoxville is transformed into a biscuit-lovers paradise. The International Biscuit Festival made its way back to town this week, wrapping up on Saturday.More >>
Powell Animal Hospital cuts costs to help clients on a budget
Powell Animal Hospital cuts costs to help clients on a budget
A local vet clinic is trying to make pet procedures more affordable for clients, so dogs and cats can get the care they need.More >>
Taking care of beloved dogs and cats can get expensive. But one local vet clinic is lowering costs to help meet the needs of pet owners who are on a budget.More >>
Monroe County officials put high hopes in new Food City
Monroe County officials put high hopes in new Food City
The Vonore Food City officially opened its doors Wednesday morning bringing a new era of shopping convenience to the small community.More >>
The Vonore Food City officially opened its doors Wednesday morning bringing a new era of shopping convenience to the small community.More >>
Cocke County parents say high graduation costs are too high
Cocke County parents say high graduation costs are too high
A Cocke County mom is upset on who much it cost for her child to graduate from high school. She is not alone. We find out what other parents think about all the costs.More >>
A Cocke County mom is upset on who much it cost for her child to graduate from high school. She is not alone. We find out what other parents think about all the costs.More >>
Federal data reveals variance in Medicare reimbursements in Knox County hospitals
Federal data reveals variance in Medicare reimbursements in Knox County hospitals
The federal government released a huge database of information on Wednesday, shedding light on the rates and procedures performed by hospitals across the country.More >>
The federal government released a huge database of information on Wednesday, shedding light on the rates and procedures performed by hospitals across the country.More >>
Are your cell phone apps putting your personal information at risk?
Are your cell phone apps putting your personal information at risk?
In this day and age it seems there really is an app for almost anything, but some of them could be putting your personal information at risk.More >>
In this day and age it seems there really is an app for almost anything, but some of them could be putting your personal information at risk.More >>
Clothing donation bins: Where does your donation go?
Clothing donation bins: Where does your donation go?
We're seeing more donation bins around the area where people can drop-off items. But some of these bins are affiliated with groups you may not be familiar with.More >>
We're seeing more donation bins around the area where people can drop-off items. But some of these bins are affiliated with groups you may not be familiar with.More >>
Market Square Farmers' Market opens in downtown Knoxville
Market Square Farmers' Market opens in downtown Knoxville
Opening day of the Market Square Farmers' Market kicked off Wednesday with ideal weather. Local vendors gathered in downtown Knoxville to showcase their products.
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Opening day of the Market Square Farmers' Market kicked off Wednesday with ideal weather. Local vendors gathered in downtown Knoxville to showcase products ranging from fresh produce, eggs and herbs to bread, baked goods, coffee and crafts.More >>
Storage company sells widow's life treasures for late payment on storage unit
Storage company sells widow's life treasures for late payment on storage unit
Most of a Knoxville widow's worldly possessions were auctioned off and lost for good after the company she was renting a storage unit from sold her things for late payment.More >>
Most of a Knoxville widow's worldly possessions were auctioned off and lost for good after the company she was renting a storage unit from sold her things for late payment.
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FAA furloughs mean longer lines at McGhee Tyson Airport and across the country
FAA furloughs mean longer lines at McGhee Tyson Airport and across the country
Airline passengers across the country had to deal with flight delays Monday, due to forced furloughs for air traffic controllers that began Sunday because of recent government budget cuts.

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Airline passengers across the country had to deal with flight delays Monday, due to forced furloughs for thousands of air traffic controllers that began Sunday because of recent government budget cuts.More >>
Free offers available on Earth Day
Free offers available on Earth Day
Melissa Cox found six deals for Earth Day and shared them Monday on Good Morning Tennessee.More >>
Melissa Cox found six deals for Earth Day and shared them Monday on Good Morning Tennessee.More >>
Local retailers offer Labor Day deals
Local retailers offer Labor Day deals
Labor Day Weekend is a big weekend for sales and a number of retailers and restaurants.More >>
Labor Day Weekend is a big weekend for sales and a number of retailers and restaurants.More >>
Gourmet food truck rolls with the crowd in Knoxville
Gourmet food truck rolls with the crowd in Knoxville
There are only a handful of food trucks in our area, but a new one in Knoxville is generating a lot of buzz.More >>
There are only a handful of food trucks in our area, but a new one in Knoxville is generating a lot of buzz.More >>
How to get good customer service
How to get good customer service
Whether you've had bad customer service experiences in person or on the phone, the Better Business Bureau has advice to help you turn being a consumer into a positive. More >>
Whether you've had bad customer service experiences in person or on the phone, the Better Business Bureau has advice to help you turn being a consumer into a positive. More >>

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Customers claim pillow-top mattresses weren't the same as the advertisement
Customers claim pillow-top mattresses weren't the same as the advertisement
A great deal on a mattress was advertised on Craigslist and caught the attention of a young family. After scheduling the required appointment to visit the store, the couple was disappointed.More >>
A great deal on a mattress was advertised on Craigslist and caught the attention of a young family. After scheduling the required appointment to visit the store, the couple was disappointed.More >>
Seniors targeted by Medicare scheme
Seniors targeted by Medicare scheme
The Better Business Bureau in East Tennessee and across the country has received calls from seniors being targeted for Medicare fraud.More >>
The Better Business Bureau in East Tennessee and across the country has received calls from seniors being targeted for Medicare fraud.More >>
Campbell County school bus driver frustrated county won't help with driveway
Campbell County school bus driver frustrated county won't help with driveway
A Campbell County school bus driver is frustrated because the county will not provide her with gravel for the driveway where she parks her bus.More >>
A Campbell County school bus driver is frustrated because the county will not provide her with gravel for the driveway where she parks her bus.More >>
Fake FBI computer virus tricks users into sending money
Fake FBI computer virus tricks users into sending money
The so-called FBI virus has come to East Tennessee, corrupting computers of unsuspecting victims despite notifications from the real FBI that it does not send unsolicited emails to the public.More >>
The so-called FBI virus has come to East Tennessee, corrupting computers of unsuspecting victims despite notifications from the real FBI that it does not send unsolicited emails to the public.More >>
Knoxville woman's new puppy costs her hundreds in vet bills
Knoxville woman's new puppy costs her hundreds in vet bills
A Knoxville woman who bought a puppy last month says she has spent more on vet bills than she paid for the Yorkie.More >>
A Knoxville woman who bought a puppy last month says she has spent more on vet bills than she paid for the Yorkie.More >>
Condo association asks Comcast to bury cable wire
Condo association asks Comcast to bury cable wire
LaFollette woman harassed after con man claims she won a prize
LaFollette woman harassed after con man claims she won a prize
A con artist started calling a LaFollette woman relentlessly after she paid a fee to claim a prize. Now, she's warning others not to do the same.More >>
A con artist started calling a LaFollette woman relentlessly after she paid a fee to claim a prize. Now, she's warning others not to do the same.More >>
Specialist discusses pros and cons of reverse mortgages
Specialist discusses pros and cons of reverse mortgages
A reverse mortgage specialist explains the pros and cons of reverse mortgages for older homeowners.More >>
A reverse mortgage specialist explains the pros and cons of reverse mortgages for older homeowners.More >>
Parents find naked photos on smartphone they bought for sixth grade daughter
Parents find naked photos on smartphone they bought for sixth grade daughter
Two Knoxville parents were horrified when their sixth-grade daughter told them that the new smartphone they bought her for Christmas was actually used and had naked images on it.More >>
Two Knoxville parents were horrified when their sixth-grade daughter told them that the new smartphone they bought her for Christmas was actually used and had naked images on it.More >>
Roaches invade South Knoxville multi-family home
Roaches invade South Knoxville multi-family home
In South Knoxville, people who live in separate units but in the same home face a problem with roaches.More >>
In South Knoxville, people who live in separate units but in the same home face a problem with roaches.More >>

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With electricity deregulation a fact of life in many states, consumers can cut their utility costs by choosing the supplier that best meets their needs.More >>
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Many taxpayers eligible to file online for free
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For the sixth year, the IRS is allowing taxpayers to file taxes for free directly through the IRS Web site. More >>

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Maryville man dies after car goes up in flames, then falls from bridge into creek
Maryville man dies after car goes up in flames, then falls from bridge into creek
A Maryville man is dead after a fiery wreck on Saturday morning, according to a Tennessee Highway Patrol accident report.More >>
A Maryville man is dead after a fiery wreck on Saturday morning, according to a Tennessee Highway Patrol accident report.More >>
First lady to high school grads: live your dreams
First lady to high school grads: live your dreams
First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.More >>
First lady Michelle Obama has some advice for some Tennessee high school graduates: strike your own path in college and life and work to overcome inevitable failures with determination and grit.More >>
Knoxville Powerball players explain how they would spend $600 million
Knoxville Powerball players explain how they would spend $600 million
Prior to Saturday's $600 million Powerball jackpot drawing, people in Knoxville were talking about how they would spend that kind of money if they were to win.More >>
Prior to Saturday's $600 million Powerball jackpot drawing, people in Knoxville were talking about how they would spend that kind of money if they were to win.More >>
Biscuit Fest 2013 takes over downtown Knoxville
Biscuit Fest 2013 takes over downtown Knoxville
The International Biscuit Festival made its way to Knoxville this week, wrapping up on Saturday.More >>
It's one of the most delicious times of year once again, as downtown Knoxville is transformed into a biscuit-lovers paradise. The International Biscuit Festival made its way back to town this week, wrapping up on Saturday.More >>
Woman sentenced to diversion in hot oatmeal attack
Woman sentenced to diversion in hot oatmeal attack
A judge has sentenced a Clarksville woman convicted of assault for pouring hot oatmeal on her husband to diversion.More >>
A judge has sentenced a Clarksville woman convicted of assault for pouring hot oatmeal on her husband to diversion.More >>
Alexander: TVA to help fish hatchery stay open
Alexander: TVA to help fish hatchery stay open
U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander says the Tennessee Valley Authority will help keep a federal fish hatchery in East Tennessee stay open for at least three more years.More >>
U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander says the Tennessee Valley Authority will help keep a federal fish hatchery in East Tennessee stay open for at least three more years.More >>
Former Vol Kenny Hall talks about his relationship with Jenny Wright
Former Vol Kenny Hall talks about his relationship with Jenny Wright
Kenny Hall, former Vol basketball player is talking about his dealings with a University of Tennessee administrator in trouble for possible inappropriate relationships with student athletes.More >>
Kenny Hall, former Vol basketball player is talking about his dealings with a University of Tennessee administrator in trouble for possible inappropriate relationships with student athletes.More >>
Ky. veteran killed in Afghanistan blast
Ky. veteran killed in Afghanistan blast
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.More >>
A Kentucky veteran who was working as a civilian contractor in Afghanistan has died in an explosion in Kabul that killed at least 15 people including six Americans.More >>
Gang leader sentenced to more than 78 years
Gang leader sentenced to more than 78 years
A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.More >>
A gang leader has been sentenced to serve more than 78 years in a federal prison for his role in three armed home invasion robberies in Nashville.More >>
6 children, 2 adult hurt in crash near Memphis school
6 children, 2 adult hurt in crash near Memphis school
A traffic crash in Memphis has thrown several children out of vehicles near a school.More >>
Officials say a morning traffic crash in Memphis injured children who were ejected from a vehicle.More >>

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Consumer Product Safety Commission
Consumer Product Safety Commission
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No matter how you file your taxes, here are the links you need to do your 2005 tax return.More >>
Get your annual credit report online
Get your annual credit report online
This central site allows you to request a free credit report, once every 12 months from each of the nationwide consumer credit reporting companies. More >>
Tennessee's Buyer Beware list
Tennessee's Buyer Beware list
Check the state's buyer beware list for consumers (Acrobat reader is required). More >>
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AAA's fuel cost calculator
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Find Unclaimed Property in Tennessee
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