East Tennessee News

Chattanooga Unveils Plan for Protected Multimodal Lane on Frazier Avenue

The City of Chattanooga will create a protected multi-modal lane on Frazier Avenue to improve safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and wheelchair users.

Low Barrier Shelter Closes as Partners Seek New Provider

The Foyer, a low-barrier shelter, will close on March 31 due to lack of a service provider.
TDEC Offers Hazardous Waste Collection in Three Tennessee Counties
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation will provide household hazardous waste collection in Hamblen, Lincoln, and Rutherford counties on April 6.
Tennessee Celebrates Excellence in Higher Education with SOAR Awards
The SOAR Awards honored Tennessee's top community and technical college individuals and institutions.
Tennessee’s SBEAP Awarded Top National Honor
Tennessee's environmental aid program for small businesses receives national recognition.
Knoxville Appoints New Vision Zero Coordinator
Cody Gentry takes on the role to enhance road safety in Knoxville.
Tennessee Man Receives 21-Year Sentence for Fatal Drug Distribution
Jonathan Bash was sentenced for distributing a lethal fentanyl analogue.
Knoxville City Offices Closed for Good Friday
Knoxville announces service changes for the Good Friday holiday.
TDEC Announces Third Annual Food Waste Prevention Week
TDEC sets April 1-7 for Food Waste Prevention Week with various activities.
Mixed Signals in Tennessee’s Q4 Housing Market Report
Tennessee's housing market shows growth and challenges, according to MTSU report.