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Knoxville, Tennessee · Knoxville7th Annual Knox County Beaver Creek Flotilla The Beaver Creek Kayak Club will launch its 7th Annual Beaver Creek Flotilla, presented by First Bank, on Saturday, May 18 at 9:30 am. This is a community float on the Beaver Creek (Knox County Water Trail) which is a slow-moving shallow creek, perfect for novice and experienced boaters. Our volunteer staff will assist with all needs throughout the day. The Flotilla will start at Powell High School an…See the Story
7th Annual Knox County Beaver Creek Flotilla
Exxon Mobil · KnoxvilleThe Knoxville Police Department (KPD) released the body cam footage of an officer who shot a man armed with two knives outside the Exxon gas station at 5306 N. Broadway last month.See the Story
Knoxville Police Department Releases Body Cam Footage of Officer Shooting Suspect Armed with Two Knives - Tennessee Star
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Taxes · Knox CountyKnox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs said the accomplishment he’s most proud of since assuming office in 2018 is his and his team's work to avoid raising taxes for county residents.See the Story
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs Most Proud of Not Raising Taxes During His Tenure, Says 'We Have to Make Sure Our People Are Being Taken Care Of’ - Tennessee Star
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNXOVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A medical group with more than 30 clinics in Tennessee and Virginia will pay $200,000 in civil monetary penalties to settle allegations they violated the recordkeeping rules of the federal Controlled Substances Act. The Department of Justice announced on Thursday that State of Franklin Healthcare Associates, which operates a multi-specialty physician-led medical group, agreed to pay the penalties to resolve allegations …See the Story
TN, VA medical group to pay $200k to settle alleged federal violations
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LGBTQ+ · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The United Methodist Church has lifted a nearly 40-year-old ban on LGBTQ+ clergy members at their annual general conference May 1. According to the Holston Conference, the current conflict within The United Methodist Church around issues of human sexuality caused 279 churches in North Georgia, East Tennessee, and Southwestern Virginia to disaffiliate last year. However, the decision is being applauded by members of the …See the Story
Knoxville pastor applauds United Methodists’ vote to welcome LGBTQ+ clergy, same-sex marriage
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Mental Health · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Public discussions about mental health and treatment have become more commonplace in modern times as the issue has become destigmatized. The Mental Health Association of East Tennessee is one organization that strives to help those struggling with mental health illness and continues checking in with those who have sought help. "Having someone who's been through it before can help eliminate some of the stigma that might …See the Story
East TN Children’s Hospital helps meet growing need for mental health treatment
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleMARYVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A 20-year-old man is facing a charge of aggravated assault after a 19-year-old was found by police with a knife in his back on April 28, according to an incident report. The Maryville Police Department report states that the officer arrived at the scene on Silver Creek Lane around 1:45 a.m., where they found a 19-year-old man lying in the front yard of the residence with a knife stuck in his lower back. Several people w…See the Story
Man charged after Maryville stabbing victim found with knife in back
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