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The spirit of volunteerism and community engagement thrives in the State of Tennessee, and the nonprofit community is leading the charge. In recognition of their outstanding commitment to fostering volunteer involvement, Volunteer Tennessee recognized a nonprofit from each of the state’s Gra…

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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee was joined by legislative leadership and music industry professionals as he signed the Ensuring Likeness Voice and Image Security (ELVIS) Act, first-of-its-kind legislation updating Tennessee’s Protection of Personal Rights law to include protections or songwriters, p…

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On Saturday, March 23, at approximately 6:13 p.m., a motorcycle traveling southbound on South Illinois Avenue (State Route 62) at the Bethel Valley Road overpass struck another vehicle and left the roadway. The motorcyclist died at the scene.

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Roane County had 71 overdose deaths in 2023. Things are looking better in 2024 so far.

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FROZEN HEAD — Five runners finished the Barkley Marathons last week at Frozen Head State Park.

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Pastel blooms sprinkle scenic views, new music festivals pump up the rhythm, and experiences like night moon hikes, art installations, food fests, rooftop parties and unique places to stay excite this season. Here’s what’s new and happening this spring in Tennessee.

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Governor Bill Lee issued a proclamation honoring farmers and foresters as part of state and national Agriculture Day activities today. Tennessee farmers, foresters, agriculture officials, legislators, 4-H members, FFA members, and citizens celebrated with “Ag Day on the Hill” in downtown Nashville.

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On Saturday, March 16, the Watts Bar Lake Association (WBLA) hosted its Annual Spring Cleanup, which proved to be a productive day for the 77 participants who took part. Together, they gathered 86 tires and various trash items, amounting to more than 13,500 pounds in total. Those interested …

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The Roane County Board of Education approved a two-year contract extension for Director of Schools Russell Jenkins during its regular meeting on March 19.

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GATLINBURG — In the first year since Great Smoky Mountains National Park launched the Park it Forward program, the park generated over $10 million in recreation fee revenue, which includes parking tag sales and camping fees. The park is using this money to improve visitor safety, increase pa…

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Safety concerns about the April 8 solar eclipse prompted Director of Schools Russell K. Jenkins to recommend students get out of school early that day.

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Drivers who travel Melton Lake Drive can expect delays beginning Tuesday, March 26, while Oak Ridge Public Works crews conduct shoulder maintenance, weather permitting.

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On March 18, at approximately 2046 hours (8:46 p.m.), officers with the Kingston Police Department arrived at the Rocky Top Market located at 935 E. Race St. in reference to a call of an unconscious person.

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The Roane County Commission didn’t consider Ean Brandon’s rezoning request during its March meeting.

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The patrol cruiser assigned to Roane County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Gary Nelson was struck by another vehicle on Interstate 40 earlier this month. Chief Deputy Tim Hawn said Nelson wasn’t injured in the incident.

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Legislation that would allow illegal immigrants convicted of violent crimes in Tennessee to receive life in prison without parole advanced out of the Criminal Justice Subcommittee this week.

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Jacob Sullivan, a 24-year-old Davidson County man, was charged in Roane County Criminal Court with 51 counts of especially aggravated sexual exploitation of a minor and three counts of statutory rape. He signed a waiver of trial and request for acceptance of a guilty plea in the case on March 4.

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“Persecution of Uyghurs in China” will be the topic of the second in the four-part series of presentations in the 2024 “Our American Roots: An Exploration of Cultures” program that will be held on Tuesday, Mar 26, in Oak Ridge.

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A wreath-laying ceremony was held March 15 honoring President Andrew Jackson on what would have been his 257th birthday at Jackson’s home, The Hermitage, outside Nashville. During the ceremony, Col. Linda Kieser, Tennessee’s Deputy Chief of Staff for Human Resources, spoke about the seventh …

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Reversing diabetes seminar begins on Monday nights from 6-8 p.m. starting April 8 through May 13, presented by RN Kathy Kleinsmith at Fellowship Hall at Roane Community SDA Church, 336 Patton Lane, Harriman.

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Expanding your spring flower bulb palate beyond the basics is a good way to extend your garden’s flower-power and enjoyment in the spring. One bulb I consider underused in Tennessee is Leucojum aestivum (Zone 4-8). Leucojum is a European and Western Asiatic species perfectly suited for our state.

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Dollar General is excited to announce its new DG Market at 209 N GATEWAY AVE in ROCKWOOD is now open. The new DG Market store format features an expanded selection of fresh meats, fruits and vegetables, as well as the same categories, brands and products customers trust Dollar General to carry.

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In a strategic alliance initiated in January 2021, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) and the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, established themselves as principal partners in the creation of the Tennessee RiverLine — North America’s next great regional trail system, spanning 1.2 million…

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Governor Bill Lee is honoring Kathy Booker of the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) for exceptional service to the state with the Governor’s Excellence in Service Award.

Governor Bill Lee proclaimed March 10, 2024 as Tennessee’s Day of Hope. The annual commemoration comes as recent reports highlight Tennessee’s improving rankings in prevalence of behavioral health challenges and access to services.

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A case of alleged financial abuse of an elderly person was presented to the Roane County grand jury last month. The suspect, Lisa Marie Rayfield, was indicted on one count of financial exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable person. She was booked into the Roane County Jail on the charge on…

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A case of alleged financial abuse of an elderly person was presented to the Roane County grand jury last month. The suspect, Lisa Marie Rayfield, was indicted on one count of financial exploitation of an elderly or vulnerable person. She was booked into the Roane County Jail on the charge on…