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Pets of the Week: Stormy, Rainy and Sunny

Pets of the Week: Stormy, Rainy and Sunny

Pets of the Week: Stormy, Rainy and Sunny

Carmen Shepherd brought three kittens available for adoption soon from Young-Williams Animal Center.

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Invasive Asian longhorned tick confirmed in Knox County

An invasive tick species continues spreading across Tennessee. UT scientists have collected Asian longhorned ticks in Knox, Roane, and Union counties.

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ABR calls in 'Bear Force One' to rescue orphaned four-month-old cub in SC

The ABR said Jessamine Bear was rescued with the help of a few generous volunteers after losing her mother and siblings in a crash.

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ABR looking after more bears than usual

Appalachian Bear Rescue is currently looking after 11 bears, including a new cub that was airlifted from S.C.

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'Who cooks for you?' Barred owl steals the show at Camp Montvale

TWRA teaches kids about wildlife and fisheries during Wildlife Programs at Camp Montvale

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A dastardly snapping turtle has you by the finger. What's your next move?

As female snapping turtles look for places to next, we're seeing more of these reptiles in our roadways and backyards.

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You may see more snapping turtles during the summer

Zoo Knoxville says these aquatic animals only come up to land when they're about to lay eggs.

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Morristown couple gets engaged with a little help from an artistic elephant

The zoo told the couple this was the painting pachyderm's first proposal ever.

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'Zombie Snakes' Found in NC Like to Play Dead, Parks and Rec. Officials Warn

A snake that has many names, and it likes to play 'pretend dead' games. Meet NC's "Zombie Snake," also known as the Eastern Hognose.

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This squirrel sitting in a tiny chair and munching on corn is what you need today

Apparently tiny chair squirrel feeders are a thing, and to say they're adorable is an understatement.

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Coca-Cola vows Fair Oaks Farms investigation after videos of abuse spark outrage

The Atlanta-based company provided a long list of actions it would take - and others it will impose on this dairy provider and others.

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Morristown couple gets engaged with a little help from artistic elephant

An elephant never forgets, but DeAna Ciazza won't forget this birthday surprise any time soon.

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We have a lot of questions about this elk standing on a roof in Colorado

The elk was spotted on the roof of a cabin called "Reflection."

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Puppy yoga brings zen to Smokies Stadium

If you missed the event on June 9, put away those puppy dog eyes. There will be another puppy yoga flow on August 11.

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Puppy Yoga brings zen to Smokies Stadium

Smokies Baseball hosted a puppy yoga event today on the field so fans could relax without a RUFF time.

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SC warns of Portuguese Man O' War sightings on beaches

Experts say a dead Man O' War can create a sting strong enough to require medical attention.

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