Beginning May 7, 2025, the REAL ID Act of 2005 will go into effect. Anyone 18 years of age and older must have a REAL ID credential to access certain federal facilities, board commercial flights, nuclear power plants, and military bases in the U.S. The Department of Safety and Homeland Secur…
Reviewing challenges to library books can be time consuming for school officials. Assistant Director of Schools Tony Clower gave a report on the issue at last month’s Roane County Board of Education meeting.
The asbestos situation at the old Oliver Springs High School continues to be a topic for the school system. Roane County Director of Schools Russell K. Jenkins asked Maintenance Supervisor Casey Laymance to give an update at last month’s Board of Education meeting.
QuikTrip is coming to Harriman, according to City Manager Scott Mason. He said the convenience store/gas station chain is planning a location on Pine Ridge Road adjacent to the I-40 west on ramp.
Convicted sex offender Gary Wayne Pierce is accused of not being truthful about his address. That led to a charge of violation of the sex offender registry and a trip back to jail, where Pierce has spent a lot of time over the years.
Roane State Community College and Y-12 National Security Complex are once again working together to host a Cybersecurity Summer Camp for 2024.
Poultry production and processing is a $10 billion industry in Tennessee, with more investment expected. To support the future of the industry, the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is investing in the construction of a state-of-the-art, next generation poultry research and ed…
State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, has secured $10,000 in state funding to assist with rebuilding efforts from the April 2 tornado in Sunbright.
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is proud to announce the 10-year anniversary of the Tennessee Promise program on May 12, 2024, a milestone in the state’s ongoing commitment to increasing access to higher education.
“From Peddlers to Ph.D.’s — The Jewish Experience in East Tennessee” will be the topic of the fourth and last in the series of presentations in the 2024 “Our American Roots: An Exploration of Cultures” program. The talk will be held on Thursday, May 16, in Oak Ridge.
A woman was arrested for allegedly picking up a package at a campground that she said contained about 1,000 fentanyl pills. The investigation involved the TBI and the Fifth Judicial District Drug Task Force.
Lamar Alexander Rocky Fork State Park will hold its lottery through May 9 for viewing blue ghost and synchronous fireflies at a series of events later this month and in June.
Motorists traveling on I-75 in Anderson County should be aware of upcoming bridge repair activities that are expected to have a significant impact on traffic.
Four Soldiers from Ashland City’s Troop B, 1st Squadron, 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment, won first place during the prestigious 2024 Sullivan Cup competition at Fort Moore, Georgia, from April 29 to May 3.
Roane State Community College was awarded a USDA Rural Business Development Grant to add a 4-axis CNC machining center and accessories to the Cumberland Business Incubator (CBI) Maker Space.
Two Roane State students were recently awarded transfer scholarships to Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) for the 2024-2025 academic year.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is ramping up its pavement repair efforts to address those lingering potholes from January’s record winter storm. The department is investing an additional $15 million in a total of 121 various projects statewide over and above our annual wor…
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Board of Parole will conduct executive clemency hearings on Monday, May 20 through Wednesday, May 22 at its downtown Nashville central office, located at 500 James Robertson Parkway in the Davy Crockett Tower, fourth floor.
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency announces the availability of grant dollars to assist cities, schools, community organizations, civic groups, watershed organizations, and conservation groups, etc., with stream clean-up projects during the 2024-25 fiscal year.
The award of 14 major grants from the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development is set to expand broadband to unserved communities in every county in Senate District 12: Campbell, Clay, Fentress, Macon, Morgan, Overton, Pickett, Roane and Scott.
NASHVILLE — First Lady Maria Lee announced the sixth annual Tennessee Kids Serve Summer Challenge. The challenge serves as an encouragement for students across Tennessee to get involved in their communities by serving others throughout their summer break.
Matricide suspect Marie Hefner has made bond.
Tennessee Deputy Governor Butch Eley doesn’t hide his fondness for Roane County.
NASHVILLE — The members of the 113th General Assembly appropriated $50,000 to Forever Young Veterans for veterans in Tennessee to take a Trip of Honor.
A law allowing teachers to carry firearms at school will be discussed locally.
People attending graduations this month might not have to sweat should inclement weather force the ceremonies inside. Roane County Director of Schools Russell K. Jenkins said HVAC units have been ordered for the gyms at Midway High School, Rockwood High School and Roane County High School.
On Tuesday, April 30, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti led six states in suing the federal Department of Education (DOE) to challenge its dangerous overhaul of Title IX of the Educational Amendments Act, which would harm Tennessee students, families, and schools. The lawsuit was …
U.S. Department of Energy Office of Environmental Management (EM) crews have completed cleanup associated with the demolition of a major reactor at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL).
The Tennessee Valley Authority reported $5.9 billion in total operating revenues on 78 billion kilowatt-hours of electricity sales for the six months ended March 31, 2024. Total operating revenues decreased 1% over the same period last year, primarily due to a decrease in fuel cost recovery …
A driver who reportedly bypassed multiple traffic cones put in place for the Rockwood High School prom is suspected of driving under the influence. According to a warrant, a trooper with the Tennessee Highway Patrol was dispatched to W. Rockwood Street on April 27 around 9 p.m.
In 2021, we trialed Heliotrope Augusta Lavender at the University of Tennessee Gardens, Jackson, for the first time.
TWRA Wildlife Officer Justin Pinkston has been honored with the Shikar-Safari Club International 2023 Tennessee Wildlife Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award. Pinkston is assigned to Jefferson County in TWRA’s District 42.
Throughout the month of May, the Tennessee Department of Education invites all Tennesseans to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Month, Week, and Day, proclaimed by Governor Bill Lee. Additionally, the department launched the ‘Year of Tennessee Teachers’ campaign, highlighting teachers for shapi…
The Tennessee National Guard embraced the Scout BSA slogan, “do a good turn daily,” as they hosted the 3rd Annual Merit Badge University for nearly 400 scouts who wanted to live up to their motto, “be prepared,” on April 27.
The Tennessee Department of Children’s Services (DCS) is proud to announce the Upper Cumberland Region has successfully achieved national accreditation through the Council of Accreditation (COA). This significant accomplishment underscores the department’s unwavering commitment to providing …
For the third year, Tennessee State Parks and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) are joining the Tennessee chapter of the American Canoe Association (ACA) to offer low-cost kayaking instruction Saturday, May 18.
A Kentucky resident pleaded guilty to one count of vehicular homicide by intoxication and twelve counts of reckless endangerment with a deadly weapon in connection with a boating collision on Norris Lake that resulted in the death of a child.
Roane State Community College will honor the Class of 2024 with multiple commencement ceremonies this spring due to the number of expected graduates and guests.
The first-degree murder charge against Marie Hefner was bound over to the Roane County grand jury on April 30. She waived her right to have a preliminary hearing in General Sessions Court. The grand jury meets again in June. It could review the case against Hefner at that meeting.
Deronte Ezzarreon Anthony, a 19-year-old Harriman man, was arrested for aggravated assault last month. The alleged victim in the case is his baby’s mother. Anthony allegedly beat her after one of his co-workers smiled at her.
State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, on Wednesday passed legislation enhancing the penalty for indecent exposure by prisoners.
Food City is proud to announce that the company has been featured in an educational segment on Viewpoint with Dennis Quaid.
The public is invited to spend some time at one of Morgan County’s hidden gems, while helping to clean and preserve the Emory River Watershed at the Potters Falls Clean-up on Saturday, May 4. Organized by the Emory River Watershed Association (ERWA) in partnership with the Frozen Head Chapte…
The Frozen Head Chapter of the Tennessee Naturalist Program recently concluded its Inaugural Tennessee Naturalist Certification Course. Thirteen students successfully completed 40 hours of classroom instruction and fieldwork. However, their journey doesn’t end there. To achieve full certific…
Hundreds attended the first ever K-25 Reunion on Saturday. The event was a hit for organizers and former workers.
Court costs in Kingston could become more expensive. Police Chief Jim Washam said the current amount is $138.75.
An elderly Roane County woman was allegedly killed by her own daughter.
The April 21 death of an elderly woman at 109 Circle Drive near Rockwood is under investigation.
On Tuesday, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti announced that Tennessee has received a payment of $146.1 million from major tobacco companies that joined the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement. Since 1998, Tennessee has received $3.9 billion from the Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement.
Oak Ridge City Manager Randy Hemann has selected Tom Pessemier as his next Deputy City Manager. He’s set to begin on May 6.
Obed Wild and Scenic River is pleased to announce that it will be conducting an adaptive climbing program on Saturday, June 15. The program will be geared towards people with an amputation or limb difference. The goal is to improve accessibility to climbing for visitors with mobility challenges.
