East Tennessee News

NDOT Announces Fall 2024 Traffic Calming Projects

NDOT has selected 25 traffic calming projects for Fall 2024 to enhance street safety.

Gov. Lee Announces GIVE Grants for Rural Workforce Development

Gov. Lee awards $41 million in GIVE grants to strengthen rural workforce development in Tennessee.
Registered Sex Offender Arrested for Breaking into Woman’s Apartment
Jerru Wells, a registered sex offender, was arrested for breaking into a South Nashville apartment and faces multiple charges.
Tennessee Man Sentenced for Actions in Capitol Breach
Michael Asbury of Tennessee sentenced for involvement in January 6 Capitol breach.
Two Finalists for TCAT Jackson President Announced
Public interviews for TCAT Jackson president finalists to be held on Sept. 4.
Bryan Kerns Named Tennessee Teacher of the Year
Bryan Kerns from Kingsport City Schools wins the 2024-25 Tennessee Teacher of the Year.
Grant Funding to Improve Turkey Creek Water Quality
$205,500 in grants awarded to improve water quality in Turkey Creek Watershed.
Knoxville Man Sentenced for Child Enticement
Dominique J. Starr receives a 15-year sentence for child enticement charges.
Tennessee Man Pleads Guilty to Clean Water Act Violation
A Tennessee man and his company pleaded guilty to violating the Clean Water Act.
Tennessee Company and Owner Plead Guilty to Clean Water Act Violations
A Tennessee man and his company pleaded guilty to violating the Clean Water Act by discharging pollutants.