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.
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) will host an online public input session on May 3 at 1 p.m. (CDT) to provide an update on the status of the Inflation Reduction Act’s Home Energy Rebate Programs and solicit comments.
The Oak Ridge Civic Music Association (ORCMA) eagerly awaits its upcoming concert, “Transformation & Triumph,” scheduled for this Sunday, April 28, 2024, at 3 p.m. The event will take place at the Oak Ridge High School Performing Arts Center.
White-tailed deer are one of Tennessee’s most populous native species, commonly sighted in forests, fields and even residential and commercial areas. The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture’s (UTIA’s) School of Natural Resources, in partnership with the Tennessee Wildlife Resour…
Mi Li, assistant professor in the University of Tennessee Center for Renewable Carbon and the UT School of Natural Resources, received a $75,000 research grant from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for a two-year project using a cellulose-functionalized adsorbent to remove per-…
Animal shelters across Tennessee are encouraged to seek grants for spay and neuter services. Applications are accepted until May 17, 2024.
Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter today announced the 12 Tennessee communities selected to participate in the ninth round of the Tennessee Downtowns program.
State Rep. Ed Butler, R-Rickman, on Monday passed legislation to provide relief for victims of the April 2 tornado in Sunbright.
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) has designated State Director of Conservation Programs Roger McCoy with the honorary State Naturalist title, the third person ever to hold the title in the state.
A deputy with the Roane County Sheriff’s Office was bitten on the leg by a pitbull on April 21. According to the warrant, Deputy Dale Greenlaw responded to a call regarding suspicious activity at 107 Stevens Circle just after midnight.
Some of the students who attended the Student Congress on Policies in Education (SCOPE) conference earlier this year were recognized at the April 18 Roane County Board of Education meeting. CTE Career Counselor Corey Mashburn called this year’s group amazing, ready and prepared.
The ballot is set for this summer’s County General Election and State Primary. There are competitive races up and down the ballot, including for Harriman City Council, Roane County Road Superintendent, School Board District 1, School Board District 2, School Board District 5/6, School Board …
