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Woman breaks cycle of generational domestic violence through the help of the Knoxville Salvation Army

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Woman breaks cycle of generational domestic violence through the help of the Knoxville Salvation Army

Nation World

Russian Nobel winner: Peace Prize is for my paper, not me

Dmitry Muratov, editor of a Russian paper, was in a phone argument with a reporter when it was announced he'd won the Nobel Peace Prize.
Music

Fact-checking questions about the #freebritney movement and what is a conservatorship

With all the talk on Britney Spears' court case, there's been a lot of questions about conservatorships and we're here to help explain.
Nation World

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: why it’s replacing Columbus Day in many places

Since the 1990s, a growing number of states have begun to replace Columbus Day with Indigenous Peoples' Day to honor those here before Columbus.
Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton and her businesses donate $700,000 to help victims of catastrophic flooding in Middle TN

Dolly Parton and her businesses in Pigeon Forge donated a portion of their ticket sales to benefit the United Way of Humphreys County.
Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton raises $700,000 for Middle Tennessee flood vicitms

Dolly said she wanted to jump in and help because of the way people across the state stepped up to help Sevier County after the 2016 wildfires.
Local News

'It's been an honor' | Dr. Buchanan prepares to step down as director of Knox Co. Health Department

Dr. Martha Buchanan helped lead Knox County through the height of the COVID-19 pandemic, navigating complex policies and health issues.
People

Founder, curator of museum dedicated to USS Tennessee battleship dies at age 73

Paul Dawson had a large collection of memorabilia about the Tennessee, including photos of its service. His father had been the ship's photographer.
Heartwarming

Knoxville Parks and Recreation employee celebrates 15 years of cleaning city's parks, with many more to come

Arlandis Ramsey found life-long employment through the City's initiative for all-inclusive employment, and officials called him a stalwart of the department.
People

KARM transforms its Knoxville store for Christmas to help bring some cheer for those in need

The charity transformed its 20,000-square-foot space into a Christmas store. It's something they do every year, but said this year it's extra special.
Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton surprises Hardin Valley Academy marching band with a special 'thank you' message

The marching band has been playing some of Dolly's songs during their halftime performances, so she wanted to thank them and tell them how proud she was.
Dolly Parton

Dolly Parton sends surprise message to Hardin Valley Academy marching band

Dolly wanted to thank the band for playing her songs.

Woman breaks cycle of generational domestic violence through the help of the Knoxville Salvation Army

Inspired by his courage: KPD officers commission special painting for Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss' family

Showers and isolated storms tonight ... drier and much cooler Saturday!

East TN Forecast: Showers and isolated storms Friday night, much cooler for the weekend (10/15/21)

Knoxville Breaking News, Weather, Traffic, Sports | WBIR.com

Woman breaks cycle of generational domestic violence through the help of the Knoxville Salvation Army

Russian Nobel winner: Peace Prize is for my paper, not me

Fact-checking questions about the #freebritney movement and what is a conservatorship

Indigenous Peoples’ Day: why it’s replacing Columbus Day in many places

Dolly Parton and her businesses donate $700,000 to help victims of catastrophic flooding in Middle TN

Dolly Parton raises $700,000 for Middle Tennessee flood vicitms

'It's been an honor' | Dr. Buchanan prepares to step down as director of Knox Co. Health Department

Founder, curator of museum dedicated to USS Tennessee battleship dies at age 73

Knoxville Parks and Recreation employee celebrates 15 years of cleaning city's parks, with many more to come

KARM transforms its Knoxville store for Christmas to help bring some cheer for those in need

Dolly Parton surprises Hardin Valley Academy marching band with a special 'thank you' message

Dolly Parton sends surprise message to Hardin Valley Academy marching band

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