2009

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Below you will find 2009 news releases from the City of Knoxville.

City Council Approves Energy Services Agreement with Ameresco
Posted: 12/30/2009
City Council approved an ambitious energy services agreement with Ameresco Tuesday night providing for improvements that will save the City of Knoxville millions of dollars while reducing its energy consumption and carbon emissions. Read More
City Receives Highly-Favorable HUD Review
Posted: 12/29/2009
Last year the City of Knoxville's Community Development Department and its partner agencies built, renovated or repaired more than 250 houses, provided down payment assistance to 15 first time homebuyers - many with young families - and obtained 18 blighted properties for redevelopment. Read More
Shop for your New Year's Resolutions at the Knox County Public Library
Posted: 12/29/2009
Knox County Public Library invites you to start the new decade out by using your brain. Read More
City's 2009 New Years Holiday Schedule
Posted: 12/28/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, January 1st in observance of the New Years holiday. Read More
KPD Announces Holiday Traffic Enforcement Plans
Posted: 12/22/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen announced traffic enforcement plans for the Christmas and New Year's Holidays. Read More
Multiple Felony Arrests Earns Officer Award
Posted: 12/22/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Knoxville Police Officer Nelson Hamilton the October Officer of the Month. Officer Hamilton has been with the department since December 2002. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Has the Perfect Antidote to Cabin Fever
Posted: 12/21/2009
No need for the excitement to end with the holidays; Knoxville Zoo has plenty of fun planned for the new year. Read More
New Council Members Sworn In
Posted: 12/21/2009
Swearing-In Ceremonies for the newly elected City Council members was held Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 12 noon in the Main Assembly Room at the City-County Building. Read More
Let's Conserve Together - A Lighting Study
Posted: 12/17/2009
The City of Knoxville and three partnering organizations have turned Wall Avenue into a testing ground for new streetlights designed to improve the nighttime environment while reducing energy costs. Read More
City's 2009 Christmas Holiday Schedule
Posted: 12/16/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, December 25th in observance of the Christmas holiday. Read More
Swearing-In Ceremonies for Newly Elected City Council Members
Posted: 12/16/2009
Swearing-In Ceremonies for the newly elected City Council members will be Saturday, December 19, 2009 at 12 noon in the Main Assembly Room at the City-County Building. Read More
Rhino Arrives at Zoo for Introduction to Potential New Mate
Posted: 12/15/2009
A new female white rhino is scheduled to arrive at Knoxville Zoo Tuesday morning, and Knoxville Zoo staff hopes she'll catch the eye of Mondo, the herd's resident male and potential new mate. Read More
City Increases Transactions with Disadvantaged Business Enterprises
Posted: 12/14/2009
The City of Knoxville significantly increased the amount of business it conducted with minority and women-owned firms last year recording what's believed to be its highest rate of transactions ever with what are sometimes referred to as Disadvantaged Business Enterprises, or DBEs. Read More
City, County Seek Input for Five Year Consolidated Plan
Posted: 12/11/2009
The Community Development Departments of the City of Knoxville and Knox County are seeking input from community leaders and the general public at a community meeting on Monday, Dec. 14. Read More
Julie Chimpanzee Departing for Albuquerque’s Rio Grande Zoo
Posted: 12/11/2009
Julie, a 23-year-old member of Knoxville Zoo's chimpanzee troupe, will be relocating to the Rio Grande Zoo, located in Albuquerque, New Mexico, early in 2010. Read More
Curbside Recycling Program Presented at City Council Workshop
Posted: 12/10/2009
After a year of study a City of Knoxville consultant is presenting a possible plan for establishing a city-wide, single-stream, curbside recycling program to City Council at its Wednesday workshop. Read More
KFD Promotes Byrd to Deputy Chief
Posted: 12/10/2009
New Knoxville Fire Department Deputy Chief Roger Byrd was ceremonially promoted to the new position Thursday during a gathering at the Civic Coliseum Ballroom. Read More
Sign Up for City Youth Basketball Leagues
Posted: 12/10/2009
The City of Knoxville's youth basketball leagues are still open for signups. Read More
Comcast Christmas at Chilhowee Park Dec. 11
Posted: 12/09/2009
Enjoy Comcast Christmas at Chilhowee Park on Friday, December 11 starting at 6:00 p.m. Read More
Enjoy Holiday Lights by Bicycle
Posted: 12/09/2009
Experience the beautiful holiday lights of downtown, 4th & Gill and Old North Knoxville by bicycle. Read More
Phone Book Recycling Effort Kicks Off Dec. 14
Posted: 12/09/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam will kick off this year's Knox County school phone book recycling effort Monday, December 14, at 10:00 a.m. at Volunteer Landing. Read More
City Council Workshop on Recycling Dec. 10
Posted: 12/08/2009
There will be a City Council Workshop on Recycling at 5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10 in the City County Building, Small Assembly Room. Read More
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Cuts Costs, Improves Delivery
Posted: 12/08/2009
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library will begin delivering soft cover books to some of the 17,000 children enrolled in Knox County beginning January 2010. Read More
Energy and Sustainability Task Force Meeting Dec. 11
Posted: 12/08/2009
The Energy and Sustainability Task Force will meet at 9 a.m. on Friday, Dec. 11 in the East Tennessee History Center Auditorium. Read More
It's a Holiday Bonanza at the Library
Posted: 12/08/2009
It's the holiday season and Knox County Public Library is celebrating with programs for children of all ages. Read More
KPD To Target School Bus Stop Sign Violators
Posted: 12/08/2009
Knoxville Police Chief Sterling Owen announced a special traffic enforcement effort to address growing problems of motorists who fail to stop for school buses. Read More
Knox County Public Library to feature The Tall Woman by Wilma Dykeman
Posted: 12/08/2009
Knox County Public Library is pleased to announce the featured book in this winter's Close Read: The Tall Woman by Wilma Dykeman. Read More
KPD Receives Accreditation from CALEA
Posted: 12/07/2009
The Knoxville Police Department has been accredited for the sixth time by the foremost accrediting body for law enforcement agencies. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Offers $5 Fridays in December
Posted: 12/07/2009
With the mounting excitement of the holiday season and the demands of good behavior, Knoxville Zoo knows it's hard for kids to be cooped up inside. Read More
Candlelight Tours of Marble Springs Dec. 5
Posted: 12/04/2009
Candlelight Tours of Marble Springs will take place on Saturday, December 5th from 5pm to 9pm. Read More
KUB Places Signs Along Third Creek Greenway for Upcoming Detour
Posted: 12/02/2009
Knoxville Utilities Board and its contractors today placed four signs along the Third Creek Greenway to alert users to a temporary detour route in association with a PACE 10 wastewater collection system project. Read More
Knox Co. Health Dept. Adds In-School H1N1 Intranasal Vaccination Clinics
Posted: 12/02/2009
With deliveries of H1N1 intranasal vaccine increasing, Knox County Health Department (KCHD) has added in-school vaccination clinics this Thursday and Friday to finish out the week (Dec. 3 & 4). Read More
Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting Dec. 3
Posted: 12/01/2009
The City and MPC departments will hold a Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meetingat 3 p.m. on Thursday, December 3rd at theHoward Baker Center for Public Policy. Read More
Penguin Discount Days Are a Cool Way to Visit the Zoo for Half Price
Posted: 12/01/2009
Knoxville Zoo becomes the coolest place in Knoxville to visit during Penguin Discount Days! Read More
Brown Bag Green Book tackles the hidden cost of discounts
Posted: 11/30/2009
The Brown Bag Green Book series sponsored by the Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville continues at 12 p.m. on Wednesday, December 2, in the East Tennessee History Center Auditorium, 601 South Gay Street. Read More
Regal Celebration of Lights Nov. 27
Posted: 11/25/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam will lead the countdown as downtown Knoxville lights up for the holidays Friday night at the Regal Celebration of Lights. Read More
City to Provide Overview of Henley Street Bridge Project
Posted: 11/24/2009
The City of Knoxville will hold a public meeting to discuss the status of the Henley Street Bridge project at 6 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 8, at Graystone Presbyterian Church located at 139 Woodlawn Pike. Read More
Thanksgiving Traffic Enforcement Plans Announced
Posted: 11/24/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen announced traffic enforcement plans for the Thanksgiving holiday weekend. Read More
Free Christmas Concert Nov. 29
Posted: 11/23/2009
The Knoxville Community Recreation Band's Christmas Concert will help kick off the season with a holiday performance this weekend. Read More
City's 2009 Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule
Posted: 11/19/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed Thursday and Friday, November 26th and 27th in observance of the Thanksgiving Day holiday. Read More
Public Meeting on Gay Street Streetscapes Project
Posted: 11/19/2009
The City of Knoxville is hosting a public meeting updating the status of the ongoing Gay Street Streetscapes project at 5 p.m. on Monday, November 30 in the Emporium Building, 100 S. Gay Street. Read More
Knox Co. Public Library Offering Vintage Photos of Great Smoky Mountains on Note Cards for Sale
Posted: 11/18/2009
In honor of the 75th anniversary of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a commemorative edition set of note cards are now available for sale at all Knox County Public Library locations. Read More
Knoxville Home to One of the Largest Independent Breast Center Facilities in the U.S.
Posted: 11/18/2009
Mayor Haslam participated in a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday to open the new Knoxville Comprehensive Breast Center (KCBC) - one of the largest independent breast center facilities in the United States. Read More
Humana Foundation Presents Checks to Local Nonprofits
Posted: 11/17/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam spoke today at The Humana Foundation's Economic Recovery Grant Celebration. Read More
22nd Annual Battle of the Orange and Blue Blood Drive
Posted: 11/13/2009
Attention all Vol fans! It's time to prove your blood runs orange during MEDIC Regional Blood Center's 22nd Annual Battle of the Orange and Blue - a blood drive competition between Tennessee and Kentucky. Read More
U.S. Cellular's Calling All Communities Campaign Returns to Give $1 Million to Schools
Posted: 11/13/2009
Once again, U.S. Cellular is inviting communities to rally around their favorite school to share $1 million. Read More
Leaf Pickup Schedule 2009
Posted: 11/12/2009
The City of Knoxville's annual "Leaf Season" has begun and that means Public Service Department crews will be visiting your neighborhood several times between now and February to vacuum up leaves. Read More
Veterans Honored at Parade
Posted: 11/11/2009
The 84th Veterans Day Parade filled Gay Street on Wednesday to honor and celebrate our Nation's Veterans. Read More
Superintendent McIntyre to Speak at Brown Bag Green Book
Posted: 11/10/2009
Dr. James P. McIntyre, Jr., Superintendent of Knox County Schools leads a discussion of the book Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder by Richard Louv. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Offers Kroger Free Day Nov. 14
Posted: 11/09/2009
Visitors to Knoxville Zoo will enjoy free admission and parking on Kroger Free Day, Saturday, Nov. 14, from 10:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. Read More
Veteran's Day Parade Nov. 11, 2009
Posted: 11/09/2009
Be a part of honoring and celebrating our Nation's veterans on Wednesday, Nov. 11 during the 84th Veteran's Day Parade sponsored by the American Legion Knoxville Post 2. Read More
Arrest of Vehicle Burglary Suspects Earns Special Award for Three Officers
Posted: 11/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today named Officer Timothy Thornton, Officer Brian Bell and Officer Preston Whillock as the July Officers of the Month. All three officers have been with the department since June 2006. Officer Whillock was previously an Officer of the Month and Life Saving Award recipient in 2007. Read More
Bank Robbery Investigation and Safe Burglary Investigation Earns Two Investigators Special Honors
Posted: 11/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today named Todd Gilreath and James Burrell the September Officers of the Month for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
City Hosts Unwanted Medicines Collection Event Nov. 14
Posted: 11/05/2009
The City of Knoxville and other local sponsors are hosting an Unwanted Medicines Collection event on Saturday, November 14th, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at the new Earth Fare store in BEARDEN. The store is located at 140 N Forest Park Blvd. just off Kingston Pike. Read More
City Sponsors America Recycles Day in Knoxville Nov. 14
Posted: 11/05/2009
The City of Knoxville's Solid Waste Section is helping sponsor America Recycles Day (ARD) in Knoxville for Knoxville and Knox County residents. The America Recycles Day event will take place from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., Saturday, November 14th, at the new Earth Fare store, at 40 N Forest Park Blvd. just off Kingston Pike in Bearden. Read More
City Sponsors Mercury Thermometer Exchange Nov. 14
Posted: 11/05/2009
The City of Knoxville's Solid Waste Section is helping sponsor a used Mercury thermometer exchange for Knoxville and Knox County residents. Read More
Cumberland Avenue Corridor Project Public Meeting Nov. 12
Posted: 11/05/2009
The City of Knoxville and the Metropolitan Planning Commission will host host an informational public meeting regarding the Cumberland Avenue Corridor Project at 6:00 p.m. on Thursday, November 12 in the University of Tennessee Visitors' Center at 2704 Kingston Pike. Read More
Lawson McGhee Library's HVAC System to be Repaired
Posted: 11/05/2009
Patrons and staff at Lawson McGhee Library may have to bundle up for a few days. Read More
City Will Begin Removal of Treble Clef Sculpture Thursday
Posted: 11/04/2009
The City of Knoxville will begin removal of the "Treble Clef" sculpture around 9 a.m., Thursday, November 5, at the corner of Gay Street and Summit Hill. Read More
Ijams Offering Steps for More Sustainable Holidays
Posted: 11/04/2009
Learn basic steps for sustainable holidays at Ijams Nature Center during their program "Science Cafe: Green Your Holidays" on Tuesday, November 10 from 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm. Read More
Mayor Welcomes Newly Elected Council Members
Posted: 11/04/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam and Senior Directors met with newly elected City Council members for lunch on Wednesday in the Mayor's Conference Room. Read More
Third Creek Greenway Community Clean Up Nov. 8
Posted: 11/04/2009
The City of Knoxville will hold a Third Creek Greenway Community Clean Up on Sunday, November 8, from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. Read More
ETEBA 10th Annual Business Opportunities Conference
Posted: 11/03/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam and Oak Ridge Mayor Tom Behan cut the ribbon opening the ETEBA's 10th Annual Business Opportunities Conference Monday afternoon at the Knoxville Convention Center. Read More
Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting Nov. 5
Posted: 11/03/2009
A Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting will be held at 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 5th at The Howard Baker Center for Public Policy, located on the University of Tennessee campus at 1640 Cumberland Avenue. Read More
Layla Kiffin to join Knox County's Imagination Library effort
Posted: 11/03/2009
Knox County Public Library is very pleased to announce that Layla Kiffin is joining the board of Imagination Library in Knox County. Read More
Knox Co. Health Dept. Offers Health Seminar
Posted: 11/02/2009
The Knox County Health Department and Knox County Schools Coordinated School Health Program are removing all barriers to encourage parents, grandparents and caregivers of children to attend a seminar on keeping kids healthy and physically fit. Read More
Knox Co. Health Dept. to Hold In-School H1N1 Intranasal Vaccination Clinics
Posted: 11/02/2009
In order to expedite getting H1N1 vaccinations to priority groups, Knox County Health Department (KCHD) will begin in-school H1N1 intranasal vaccination clinics on Wednesday, Nov. 4 through Friday, Nov. 6. Read More
Senior Dance at City Recreation Center
Posted: 10/30/2009
Seniors will get the chance to strike up a little romance or just have fun at a senior dance, hosted by the City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department on Monday, November 2, 2009. Read More
Neighborhood Sweep Program Set for Nov. 4
Posted: 10/29/2009
The City of Knoxville's Neighborhood Codes Enforcement division will send all its field inspectors on foot through a single neighborhood on November 4, as part of a pilot program aimed at proactively addressing blight and neglected properties. Read More
Public Meeting on Vacant Properties
Posted: 10/29/2009
Two nationally known experts in the field of vacant and blighted properties, Dan Kildee and Amy Hovey of the Genesee Institute, will be in Knoxville next week to meet with citizens and city and county staff to discuss "best practices" across the country for effectively confronting the negative impacts of vacant and abandoned buildings and lots. Read More
Civil War Roundtable Celebrates Veterans at Fort Dickerson Civil War Living History
Posted: 10/28/2009
The Knoxville Civil War Roundtable will present its annual Living History Weekend, at Fort Dickerson Park November 14-15, 2009 to celebrate veterans, past and present and commemorate the 146th Anniversary of the Siege of Knoxville. Read More
Knox Co. Health Dept. to Hold Saturday Clinic Hours for H1N1 Intranasal Mist Vaccinations
Posted: 10/28/2009
Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is holding a H1N1 intranasal vaccination clinic at 140 Dameron Avenue this Saturday, Oct. 31, from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read More
Downtown North Streetscape Public Meeting
Posted: 10/27/2009
The City of Knoxville will host a final public meeting on the Downtown North Streetscape project at 6 p.m., Thursday, November 5 in the banquet room of All Occasions Catering at 922 N. Central Street. Read More
City to Remove Treble Clef Sculpture
Posted: 10/26/2009
The City of Knoxville will remove the "Treble Clef" sculpture located at the intersection of Gay Street and Summit Hill Drive at the recommendation of the city's Public Art Committee. Read More
Special Called City Council Meeting
Posted: 10/26/2009
A special called Knoxville City Council Meeting will be held at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, October 28 in the Small Assembly Room in the City County Building. Read More
Safety City Receives Donation for Halloween in the City
Posted: 10/23/2009
Knoxville Police Chief Sterling Owen announced a date change for the 9th Annual Halloween in the City at Safety City event. Read More
2009 Christmas in the City Lineup Unveiled
Posted: 10/22/2009
A performance by the Radio City Rockettes is among the highlights of what promises to be best Christmas in the City yet with a calendar of holiday attractions, performances, parades and services stretching from November to New Year’s Eve. Read More
East Tennessee's Electric Vehicle Show
Posted: 10/21/2009
Electric cars, trucks, and other vehicles are already here in East Tennessee, and you can see them up close and personal in Market Square this Thursday, October 22. Read More
Mayors Host Luncheon for Legacy Parks Foundation
Posted: 10/21/2009
Mayor Haslam and Mayor Ragsdale hosted the third annual Mayors' Luncheon for the Parks on Wednesday, October 21 at the newly expanded Tommy Schumpert Park in north Knox County. Read More
New Hours at the McClung Historical Collection and Knox County Archives
Posted: 10/21/2009
Knox County Public Library will reduce operating hours at the McClung Historical Collection and the Knox County Archives, both located in the East Tennessee History Center at 601 S. Gay Street, starting Monday, October 26, 2009. Read More
Road Closure at Cross Park Drive
Posted: 10/21/2009
There will be a road closure at Cross Park Drive just west of its intersection with Corporate Drive for utility improvements. Read More
Indiana Jones Swoops in for the Last Showing in Movies on Market Square
Posted: 10/15/2009
Knox County Public Library's outdoor movie series ends this Friday, October 16th on Market Square with a showing of Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade. Read More
Ramsey House Plantation Country Market Fall Festival Oct. 24-25
Posted: 10/15/2009
Historic Ramsey House Plantation will be celebrating its 45th annual COUNTRY MARKET FALL FESTIVAL on October 24th and 25th. Read More
Safety City's Halloween in the City Set for Oct. 30
Posted: 10/15/2009
The Knoxville Police Department will host Halloween in the City on Friday, October 30th from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Safety City at 165 Concord Street between Kingston Pike and Sutherland Avenue. Read More
200 Block of Gay Street Closing Oct. 15
Posted: 10/14/2009
Beginning Thursday, October 15, the 200 Block of S. Gay Street will be closed for construction as part of the ongoing Gay Street Streetscapes Project. Read More
A Very Library Costume Contest
Posted: 10/14/2009
Knox County Public Library is awarding prizes for literary Halloween costumes this year in a special photo contest. Read More
Ghosts and Ghouls Walking Tour at Blount Mansion
Posted: 10/14/2009
Blount Mansion presents Ghosts and Ghouls walking tour from Oct. 26-30 at 7 p.m. Read More
Pajama-Rama Family Storytime at Halls Branch Library
Posted: 10/14/2009
Knox County Public Library's Halls Branch is hosting a special family storytime on Thursday, October 22 at 7:00 p.m. Read More
Public Meeting on Gay Street Streetscapes Oct. 20
Posted: 10/14/2009
The City of Knoxville will host a meeting updating the status of the Gay Street Streetscapes project at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 20 at the Emporium Building, 100 S. Gay Street. Read More
KCHD Opens Supply of H1N1 Intranasal Mist to General Public
Posted: 10/13/2009
Knox County Health Department (KCHD), after assessing the needs of its numerous community health care partners, is now making its supplies of H1N1 intranasal mist vaccine available to the public. Read More
KCHD Scientific Poll Gauges Those Who Plan to Get H1N1 Vaccine
Posted: 10/13/2009
Nearly 50 percent of adult Knox County resident adults plan to get the H1N1 flu vaccine, according to a survey conducted by the University of Tennessee Center for Applied Research and Evaluation for the Knox County Health Department. Read More
Ribbon Cutting and Press Conference for the S&W Grand
Posted: 10/13/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam, Stephanie and Brian Balest - the owners of the S&W Grand, and the 500 Block LLC partners, the development team that renovated the building will lead a ribbon cutting ceremony and press conference for the S&W Grand on Saturday, October 17 at 1 p.m. in front of the restaurant. Read More
Brown Bag Green Book Focuses on Mountaintop Removal
Posted: 10/12/2009
The Brown Bag Green Book series continues on Wednesday, October 28th, at 12 p.m. in the East Tennessee History Center Auditorium, 601 S. Gay Street, with Pat Hudson, Director of the Lindquist Environmental Appalachian Fellowship (LEAF), and Dawn Coppock, Legislative Director of LEAF, leading a discussion of Something's Rising: Appalachians Fighting Mountaintop Removal by Silas House and Jason Howard. Read More
Knoxville Police Names New Deputy Chief
Posted: 10/12/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today promoted David Rausch to the rank of Deputy Chief during a special promotional Ceremony. Read More
City Council Workshop on Wayfinding Project Oct. 15
Posted: 10/08/2009
Residents will have one more opportunity to learn about, and provide input on, the Downtown Knoxville Wayfinding Project during a City Council Workshop set for 5 p.m. on Thursday, October 15. Read More
Part of Kingston Pike Reduced to Two Lanes for Bridge Work
Posted: 10/08/2009
Beginning on Sunday, October 11, Kingston Pike will be reduced to two lanes at the intersection of Forest Park Boulevard as the Tennessee Department of Transportation is scheduled to begin a year-long project to replace the bridge over the Norfolk Southern tracks there. Read More
Mayor's Employee Appreciation Picnic and City of Knoxville Benefits Fair
Posted: 10/07/2009
The 19th Annual Mayor's Employee Appreciation Picnic and Benefits Fair for City of Knoxville employees was held Wednesday, October 7 from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the Mary Costa Courtyard at the Civic Coliseum. Read More
Fish Hospitality Pantries to Collect Dog and Cat Food at Movies on Market Square Friday
Posted: 10/06/2009
Knox County Public Library's outdoor movie series continues this Friday, October 9th on Market Square with a showing of Wallace and Gromit in the Curse of the Were-Rabbit (G). Read More
KFD Holds Memorial Service for Fallen Firefighters
Posted: 10/06/2009
The Knoxville Fire Department held its annual Memorial Service Honoring Fallen Firefighters Tuesday at the KFD's Headquarters Fire Station in downtown Knoxville. Read More
City People Downtown Home Tour set for October 11
Posted: 10/05/2009
Come see what downtown living is all about on Sunday, October 11 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Read More
Enjoy a Howlingly Good Time at BOO at the Zoo
Posted: 10/05/2009
Fall is in the air and it's almost time to celebrate with your little monster at Knoxville's largest Halloween event! BOO! at the Zoo presented by U.S. Cellular kicks off eight nights of safe and not-too-scary Halloween fun Thursday through Sunday, Oct. 15-18 and 22-25, from 5:30-8:00 p.m. Read More
James Agee Centennial Film Festival Set for October 23-25
Posted: 10/05/2009
Knox County Public Library is celebrating the 100th anniversary of the birth of James Agee by teaming up with TAMIS (Tennessee Archive of Moving Image and Sound) and the University of Tennessee to present the James Agee Centennial Film Festival October 23-25, 2009. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Wins National Awards
Posted: 10/05/2009
Knoxville Zoo won national recognition from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) at the national conference held in Portland, Oregon, September 12 -17. Read More
2009 Knoxville Solar Tour & Fair
Posted: 09/30/2009
The 2009 Knoxville Solar Tour & Fair will shine on all things solar Saturday offering everything from workshops on existing solar opportunities and financial incentives to help pay for them, to a tour of homes and businesses already benefiting from solar power. Read More
Downtown Dog Park to Begin Construction
Posted: 09/29/2009
Construction on the City of Knoxville's new downtown dog park is slated to begin by October 15, and should be completed by the end of the year. Read More
2009 Compost Bin and Rain Barrel Sale Oct. 3
Posted: 09/28/2009
The City of Knoxville Solid Waste Office is partnering with the Knox County Solid Waste Office in sponsoring a Backyard Compost Bin and Rain Barrel sale on Saturday, October 3, that will allow residents to buy the environmentally-friendly devices for less than half of their usual retail prices. Read More
Fort Sanders Stakeholders Meeting Oct. 1
Posted: 09/28/2009
Staff members from the City of Knoxville's Department of Policy & Communications and from the Metropolitan Planning Commission will moderate Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Subcommittee Meetings. Read More
City Holds Chili Challenge as United Way Fundraiser
Posted: 09/25/2009
The Pirates of the Chili-Bean, also known as the city's Law Department, made off with the coveted "Grand Prize Chili Cauldron" Friday at the Second Annual City Chili Challenge Friday to raise money for United Way. Read More
CrossKnox Race Set for Oct. 11
Posted: 09/25/2009
The third annual City of Knoxville CrossKnox 15K and 5K Walk will be held at 3 p.m., Sunday, October 11, and, as always, will travel across Knoxville, east to west. Read More
Lane Closures For Mary Boyce Temple House Renovations
Posted: 09/25/2009
A pair of lane closings will prevent all traffic from entering Henley Street from W. Hill Avenue beginning October 5, due to renovation work on the Mary Boyce Temple House. Read More
More Community-based Mosquito Spraying Sunday Night
Posted: 09/25/2009
The latest lab report has confirmed the presence of West Nile Virus in mosquitoes in the Cumberland Estates area of Northwest Knox County. Read More
City's 311 Call Center to Hit 1 Million Calls Today
Posted: 09/23/2009
When the City of Knoxville's new 311 Call Center opened its lines for business on the morning of May 5, 2005, the initial response was 14 long minutes of silence. Read More
Neighborhood Bike Ride Sept. 19
Posted: 09/17/2009
The 9th Annual Neighborhood Bike Ride is set for Saturday, September 19, beginning at 10 a.m. in Market Square. Read More
Senior Falls Prevention Seminar Sept. 30
Posted: 09/17/2009
Knox County Health Department (KCHD) and the Knox County Senior Safety Task Force will be hosting its second community-wide Senior Falls Prevention seminar. Read More
City Introduces New Greenway Ranger
Posted: 09/16/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam introduced the city's new Greenway Ranger Wednesday at Volunteer Landing and accepted a gift from the Knoxville Track Club that will help the new guy do his job. Read More
Community Development Department Releases Draft Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report
Posted: 09/16/2009
A draft of the City of Knoxville's Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) became available for citizen review and comment for a period of fifteen days beginning September 15, 2009. Read More
Vote for the Market Square Farmers' Market
Posted: 09/15/2009
The Market Square Farmers’ Market needs your vote in an online contest that carries a $5,000 prize for the winner. Read More
2009 Hola Festival Celebrates 10 Years of Promoting ET Hispanic Culture
Posted: 09/14/2009
HoLa Hora Latina is proud to present the 2009 Hola Festival, 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday, September 19,at Market Square. This event marks the tenth year for the Hola Festival. Read More
Brown Bag Green Book to Feature John Craig Sept. 23
Posted: 09/14/2009
The Brown Bag Green Book series sponsored by the Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville continues as John Craig, downtown developer, will speak about urban sustainability on Wednesday, September 23rd, at 12 p.m. in the East Tennessee History Center auditorium, 601 S. Gay Street. Read More
Child Passenger Safety Week Sept. 12-18
Posted: 09/14/2009
Did you know that Tennessee was the first state to pass a child passenger safety law more than 30 years ago? Read More
Five Areas Scheduled for Community-based Spraying Sunday Night Lab
Posted: 09/11/2009
Knox County Health Department (KCHD) has received lab reports confirming the presence of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes and a bird in three new areas of Knox County. Read More
Join Dora the Explorer for a Day of Adventure at Knoxville Zoo
Posted: 09/11/2009
Join Dora the Explorer, everyone's favorite seven-year-old adventurer, for an exciting day at Knoxville Zoo on Sunday, September 20 from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Read More
Knox Co. Seasonal FluMist Vaccination Clinics Start Sept. 14
Posted: 09/11/2009
With elevated public awareness of influenza and in anticipation of possible upcoming H1N1 immunization campaigns, Knox County Health Department and Knox County Schools are opening the first seasonal FluMist in-school vaccination clinic to the media. Read More
Knoxville Neighborhood Directory Now Available
Posted: 09/11/2009
The City of Knoxville's Office of Neighborhoods has begun publishing a directory of neighborhood organizations. Read More
Public Meeting on Downtown North Streetscape Design Set for Sept. 24
Posted: 09/11/2009
The City of Knoxville will host a public meeting this month to discuss a proposed streetscape design plan aimed at encouraging economic development along sections of the main streets leading into the Downtown North area. Read More
Special Ceremony Honors Victims of Sept. 11 Attacks
Posted: 09/11/2009
A special ceremony was held today as an observance of the anniversary of the September 11, 2001, attacks in New York City, Washington, D.C., and Pennsylvania. Read More
911 Observance and Day of Service and Remembrance Ceremony
Posted: 09/09/2009
The 911 Observance and Day of Service and Remembrance Ceremony will be held Friday, September 11. The ceremony begins at 8 a.m., 911 observance starts at 8:45 a.m. and the processional through downtown to the City County Building begins at 9:03 a.m. Read More
Downtown United for United Way Hot Dog Lunch
Posted: 09/09/2009
Support the United Way and enjoy a hot dog lunch on Friday, Sept. 11 at Market Square during the Downtown United for United Way. Read More
Zoo Tickets Now Available at Kroger
Posted: 09/08/2009
Now you can add red pandas, giraffes, and chimpanzees to your grocery list! Read More
2009 Backyard Composter Sale
Posted: 09/04/2009
Earth Machine composters will be on sale at less than half of the normal retail price on Saturday, October 3rd, at the West Town Mall parking lot, at the Morrel Rd. entrance, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., while supplies last. Read More
City Sponsors Rain Barrel Sale
Posted: 09/04/2009
Systern rain barrels will be on sale at less than half of the normal retail price on. Saturday, October 3rd, at the West Town Mall parking lot, at the Morrel Rd. entrance, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., while supplies last. Read More
The Big Read Explores Hispanic Culture with Bless Me Ultima
Posted: 09/04/2009
YWCA, in partnership with the Knox County Public Library, invites East Tennessee to join in The Big Read, a community reading program featuring Rudolfo Anaya's novel Bless Me, Ultima. Read More
New Fire Chief to be Sworn in on Sept. 8
Posted: 09/03/2009
Fire Chief Stan Sharp will be ceremonially sworn in as the new chief of the Knoxville Fire Department at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, September 8 in the Main Assembly Room in the City County Building. Read More
South Waterfront Project Receives Grant
Posted: 09/03/2009
The City of Knoxville's South Waterfront project has been awarded a $535,461 grant to cover part of the construction costs of a proposed floating walkway that could one day run along the Tennessee River across from downtown Knoxville. Read More
Boomsday Parking Rates $5 at Most City Garages
Posted: 09/02/2009
Boomsday parking rates in most city-owned garages will be $5 this Sunday. Read More
City Services Schedule for Labor Day Holiday
Posted: 09/02/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Monday, September 7 for the Labor Day holiday. Read More
Knoxville Host City for 2009 Navy Week
Posted: 09/02/2009
The United States Navy selected Knoxville as a host city for a 2009 Navy Week celebration for September 1-7. Read More
Movies on Market Square Starts Sept. 11
Posted: 09/02/2009
Knox County Public Library is pleased to announce the line up of its 2009 outdoor movie series. Read More
Traffic Plans Announced for Labor Day Holiday Events
Posted: 09/02/2009
Knoxville Police Chief Sterling Owen today announced traffic enforcement plans for the Labor Day holiday weekend. Read More
Bench Dedication Honors Covenant Health
Posted: 09/01/2009
The City of Knoxville's Third Creek Greenway has a new addition near its Forest Park Boulevard entrance courtesy of the Knoxville Track Club. Read More
Boomsday Set for Sunday, Sept. 6, 2009
Posted: 09/01/2009
Celebrate 22 years of the nation's largest Labor Day Weekend fireworks show, complete with festivities, food and entertainment throughout a fun-filled afternoon. Read More
Constitution Day at Blount Mansion
Posted: 09/01/2009
Come to Blount Mansion on Friday, September 11 from 11:30-1:30 for a Constitution Day living history event! Read More
Young-Williams Animal Center Receives Donation to Sponsor Adult Pet Adoptions
Posted: 09/01/2009
Young-Williams Animal Center has received a $10,000 anonymous donation to sponsor adult dog and cat adoptions. Read More
More Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus
Posted: 08/28/2009
Knox County Health Department (KCHD) has received lab reports confirming the presence of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes in two areas of Knox County. Read More
Public Meeting Set for Sept. 3 Regarding Fort Sanders Stakeholders
Posted: 08/28/2009
A Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Subcommittee Meetings are scheduled for Thursday, September 3rd at 3 p.m. Read More
Mayor Honors Students for Girl Scout Gold Award
Posted: 08/26/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam presented three high school students with Certificates of Congratulations from the City of Knoxville for earning the Girl Scout Gold Award. Read More
Vote for the Market Square Farmer's Market
Posted: 08/26/2009
The Market Square Farmers’ Market needs your vote in an online contest that carries a $5,000 prize for the winner. Read More
City Offers Free Game Day Parking
Posted: 08/24/2009
The City of Knoxville will again offer free game day parking at two of its downtown garages during the University of Tennessee's football season. Read More
City to Host Public Meeting Regarding Sidewalk Improvements
Posted: 08/24/2009
The City of Knoxville is hosting a public meeting on proposed sidewalk improvements for portions of Market Street and Union Avenue in downtown. Read More
City's Lease on Parking Lot Set to Expire
Posted: 08/24/2009
The City of Knoxville has begun notifying those parking in the parking lot at the corner of Gay and Jackson that its lease on the lot expires at the end of the month. Read More
Mayor's Council on Disability Issues Hosting Public Forum
Posted: 08/20/2009
The City of Knoxville Mayor's Council on Disability Issues, or CODI, is hosting a public forum to discuss the recent state legislation allowing pet dogs to accompany their owners in outdoor eating areas - if the restaurant receives a permit from the city. Read More
Voting for Movies on Market Square starts August 20
Posted: 08/19/2009
Will it be the Pink Panther or a Were-Rabbit? How about a Kung Fu Panda? Read More
New Fire Chief Announced
Posted: 08/18/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam announced that he has appointed Stan Sharp as the new chief of the Knoxville Fire Department. Read More
City and County Join Together to Purchase Grant Software
Posted: 08/14/2009
The City of Knoxville and Knox County have joined together to purchase grant software that will help area non-profit organizations to better identify and compete for grant monies. Read More
City Council Adopts Lower Property Tax Rate
Posted: 08/12/2009
Knoxville City Council adopted the city's lowest property tax rate in more than 40 years during its meeting Tuesday night. Read More
City Council Workshop Cancelled
Posted: 08/12/2009
The Knoxville City Council has determined that it will not consider the resolution opting out of the state statute authorizing permit holders to carry guns in parks. Read More
Public Meetings Set for Park Renovations
Posted: 08/11/2009
The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department is hosting public meetings this week seeking citizen input about the planned renovations for Morningside and Inskip Parks. Read More
Mosquitoes Test Positive for West Nile Virus
Posted: 08/10/2009
Knox County Health Department (KCHD) has received a lab report confirming the presence of West Nile Virus (WNV) in mosquitoes in one area of Knox County. Read More
City Approved for Stimulus Funding
Posted: 08/06/2009
The City of Knoxville has been approved to receive $12.2 million in American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funding and is actively seeking nearly $27 million in additional ARRA funding with grant applications currently pending before several federal agencies. Read More
Sales Tax Holiday This Weekend
Posted: 08/05/2009
The State of Tennessee's Annual Sales Tax Holiday is held every year on the first Friday in August and ends the following Sunday night. Read More
Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting August 6
Posted: 08/04/2009
Staff members from the City of Knoxville's Department of Policy & Communications and from the Metropolitan Planning Commission will moderate a Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting at 3 p.m. on Thursday, August 6th. Read More
East TN Business Matchmaking and Networking Event Sept. 10
Posted: 08/03/2009
The East Tennessee Purchasing Association will host a free matchmaking & networking event from 8:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 10, at Rothchild Catering and Conference Center in Knoxville. Read More
Gay Street Streetscapes Project Public Meeting August 11
Posted: 08/03/2009
The City of Knoxville is hosting a public meeting updating the status of the ongoing Gay Street Streetscapes project on the 100 and 200 Blocks of Gay Street. Read More
Citizen's Police Academy Starts 49th Class on August 27
Posted: 07/30/2009
The Knoxville Police Department Citizen's Police Academy will be starting its 49th class on Thursday August 27, 2009. Read More
City Presents Check to Animal Center
Posted: 07/29/2009
The City presented a check from the proceeds from the 2009 Mardi Growl Dog Parade to the Young-Williams Animal Center at Young-Williams Animal Center, 3201 Division Street. Read More
Knox County Health Department Extends Clinic Hours for School Immunizations
Posted: 07/28/2009
With school starting on Aug. 17, Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is holding special extended clinic hours in two of its facilities to accommodate the school immunization rush. Read More
City of Knoxville Delinquent Property Tax Auction
Posted: 07/24/2009
The City will hold a Delinquent Property Tax Auction on Tuesday, August 4th in the Large Assembly Room at the City County Building. Read More
City to Present Check to Animal Center
Posted: 07/23/2009
The City will present a check from the proceeds from the 2009 Mardi Growl Dog Parade to the Young-Williams Animal Center on Tuesday, July 28 at 10 a.m. at Young-Williams Animal Center, 3201 Division Street. Read More
International Quilt Expo takes over downtown Knoxville
Posted: 07/22/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam, Mayor Mike Ragsdale, Knoxville Tourism & Sports Corporation, Knoxville Convention Center and AQS President Meredith Schroeder held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday morning to kick off the International Quilt Expo. Read More
Making Knoxville the Most Pet-Friendly Community in America
Posted: 07/22/2009
Mayor Haslam and others announced today that a new effort is being launched to make Knoxville and Knox County the most pet friendly community in America. Read More
Medic Sets Downtown Donor Days for July 20-23
Posted: 07/21/2009
Downtown Knoxville workers and others can choose from six blood donations locations in downtown Knoxville during MEDIC Regional Blood Center's annual Downtown Donor Days. Read More
Covering History at Ramsey House
Posted: 07/16/2009
A rare display of quilts and coverlets from the Ramsey House collection will be exhibited from July 10 through August 31. Read More
New Biodiesel Production Facility in Knoxville
Posted: 07/15/2009
Many participated in a ribbon-cutting event to announce the new Biodiesel Production facility located at the UT Johnson Agricultural Research and Teaching Unit (JARTU), 1750 Alcoa Highway. Read More
Zoo's George Chimpanzee Celebrates His First Birthday
Posted: 07/15/2009
George, Knoxville Zoo's precocious baby chimpanzee, invites visitors to celebrate his first birthday on Saturday, July 18, from 11:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. at the zoo. Read More
Arrest of Armed Robbery Suspect Earns Officer Award
Posted: 07/14/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Officer Joey Mattina the April Officer of the Month. Officer Mattina has been with the Knoxville Police Department since January 1997. Read More
Officer Investigation Results in Suspect Arrest and Award for Officer
Posted: 07/14/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today named Officer Randal Smith the May Officer of the Month for the Knoxville Police Department. Officer Smith has been a member of the department since June 2006. Read More
KPD Scheduled for CALEA On-Site Assessment
Posted: 07/13/2009
The Knoxville Police Department (KPD) is scheduled for an on-site assessment as part of a program to achieve accreditation by verifying it meets professional standards. Read More
City's Splash Jam July 10
Posted: 07/09/2009
The City of Knoxville's Parks and Recreation Department is holding a "Splash Jam" for the children who are participating in the City's Summer Playground Program this year. Read More
KnoxAchieves Recruits 2010 Mentors
Posted: 07/08/2009
KnoxAchieves is a program that provides an opportunity for 500 Knox County public high school graduates to receive up to $2000 for community college tuition. Read More
Ribbon Cutting for New World's Fair Park Playground
Posted: 07/08/2009
The City of Knoxville held a ribbon cutting for the new playground in World's Fair Park on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at 10 a.m. Read More
City to Host Networking Event August 7
Posted: 07/07/2009
The City of Knoxville will host "City Business: Opportunities for Your Company" a free information and networking event sponsored by Knology on August 7th from 7:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. at the Foundry on the World's Fair Site. Read More
Library is seeking stories of Bearden History
Posted: 07/07/2009
Knox County Public Library has recently renamed the West Knoxville Branch Library on Golf Club Road as the Bearden Branch Library. Read More
Unwanted Medicines Collection Event July 18
Posted: 07/07/2009
The City of Knoxville and other sponsors are hosting an Unwanted Medicines Collection event on Saturday, July 18, from 9 p.m. - 1 p.m. at Earth Fare. Read More
Used Mercury Thermometer Exchange July 18
Posted: 07/07/2009
The City of Knoxville's Solid Waste Section is helping sponsor a used Mercury thermometer exchange. Read More
City Seeks Comments on its Neighborhood Stabilization Program
Posted: 07/06/2009
The City of Knoxville's Community Development Department and Consortium Partners are developing an application for funding through the Neighborhood Stabilization Program Round 2 (NSP2). Read More
ETTAC is Taking Enrollments for its Making Music Camp
Posted: 07/06/2009
The East Tennessee Technology Access Center is now taking enrollments for its Making Music at ETTAC Technology Camp to be held on Thursday and Friday, July 23 and 24, from 10:00 a.m. to noon and from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Honors Service Members with Free Admission
Posted: 07/03/2009
In celebration of the Fourth of July holiday, Knoxville Zoo will honor service members with free admission during the Salute to Service Weekend on Saturday, July 4 and Sunday, July 5. Read More
Zoo Offers Sudsy Safari with Elephants
Posted: 07/03/2009
Knoxville Zoo's elephants are giving some lucky families the chance to have some good clean fun this summer. Read More
Be a Part of the Military Family Community Covenant
Posted: 07/02/2009
As always you can enjoy good food, good fireworks, good music and good times at the Festival on the Fourth, the City of Knoxville's annual Independence Day bash in World's Fair Park on Saturday. Read More
Brown Bag Green Book to Feature Ben Epperson
Posted: 07/01/2009
The Brown Bag, Green Book lunch and learn series sponsored by the Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville continues on Wednesday, July 15, at 12 p.m. at the East Tennessee History Center auditorium, 601 S. Gay Street, across from the Tennessee Theatre. Read More
Family Fun for Festival on the Fourth
Posted: 06/30/2009
The Festival on the Fourth promises once again to deliver a wide variety of family fun including entertainment, activities and treats at the City of Knoxville's Fourth of July celebration. Read More
Public Meeting Regarding Gibbs Drive Traffic Improvements July 6
Posted: 06/30/2009
A Public meeting on Gibbs Drive traffic improvements will be held 6-7 p.m. on Monday, July 6 in the Wesley Room at the Fountain City United Methodist Church at212 Hotel Avenue. Read More
City Services Schedule for July 4th Holiday
Posted: 06/29/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd for the July 4th holiday. Read More
Alexander Announces Funding for Blount Mansion and other Projects for Tennessee
Posted: 06/26/2009
WASHINGTON: U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander (R-Tenn.) announced that the Interior appropriations bill he co-authored and that was approved by the Appropriations Committee today will fund a number of conservation efforts across Tennessee, including increased funding for the Great Smoky Mountains National Park and other national parks, the Land and Water Conservation Fund, and several water and wastewater projects in Tennessee communities. Read More
Knoxville Zoo’s Steve McGaffin Receives Insect Conservation Scholarship
Posted: 06/26/2009
Steve McGaffin, Knoxville Zoo's Education Outreach and Field Programs Coordinator, has received a scholarship to attend the Imperiled Butterfly Conservation and Management (IBCM) training program. Read More
History Detective Camp at Blount Mansion
Posted: 06/24/2009
Kids ages 10-13 can enjoy History Detective Camp on July 13-17 from 9 a.m. to 12 noon at the Blount Mansion Visitors Centeron 200 W. Hill Ave. Read More
Truck Honors Knoxville Police Fallen Officers
Posted: 06/24/2009
Knoxville Police Chief Sterling Owen joined today with Claiborne Hauling Contractors Director of Transportation, Eric Edlin, to unveil a new truck that honors Knoxville Police Officers who were killed in the line of duty. Read More
City's My Front Yard Program Revealing Success
Posted: 06/22/2009
From new shutters here to a garage door there to siding and landscaping in a lot of places, the "My Front Yard" program is making some of Knoxville's central neighborhoods more beautiful one house at a time. Read More
Civil War Living History Weekend at Ramsey House Plantation
Posted: 06/18/2009
Ramsey House presents "Civil War Living History Weekend" June 27-28, 2009. Read More
Family Justice Center Unveils Pat Summitt Poster Campaign
Posted: 06/18/2009
Coach Pat Summitt, City and County dignitaries, executives of the Knoxville Family Justice Center, Knoxville Police Chief Sterling Owen, University of Tennessee staff and Operation for HOPE Foundation unveiled today the Family Justice Center's Family Violence Awareness Poster Campaign. Read More
Vine Avenue Section Closing June 22
Posted: 06/18/2009
A small section of Vine Avenue will be closed for two-to-four weeks for construction beginning Monday, June 22. Read More
City to Pursue Curbside Recycling
Posted: 06/17/2009
The City of Knoxville will use part of a $2.012 million federal stimulus grant to try and establish a single-stream, curbside recycling program for residents. Read More
Zoo Gorillas Receive Good Reports
Posted: 06/17/2009
Knoxville Zoo's gorillas underwent their annual cardiac assessments in May, and all three received good reports from the team of veterinarians and cardiologists who conducted the exams. Read More
Horton Hears a Who at Knoxville Zoo
Posted: 06/16/2009
Going to the movies becomes anadventure with the debut of Zoovies presented by Fowler's Furniture at Knoxville Zoo! Read More
City Receives Green Leadership Award
Posted: 06/15/2009
The City of Knoxville will receive the 2009 Tennessee Municipal League Achievement Award for Excellence in Green Leadership Tuesday during the TML's 70th Annual Conference in Chattanooga. Read More
City's Father's Day Fishing Event June 21
Posted: 06/15/2009
Dads, kids, and the whole family will be able to catch a bonding experience at the Father's Day Fishing Event, presented by City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department on Sunday, June 21, 2009, in Victor Ashe Park. Read More
Emergency Preparedness Conference Set Oct. 14-15 in Knoxville
Posted: 06/15/2009
Knoxville will host the East Tennessee Purchasing Association Emergency Preparedness Conference on October 14-15, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza on 401 W. Summit Hill Drive. Read More
Fast 40 Dash on New I-40
Posted: 06/12/2009
Roughly 1,700 runners and walkers of all ages helped celebrate the reopening of Interstate 40 Thursday night taking part in the first - and last - ever "Fast 40 Dash" on the newly completed roadway. Read More
Interstate 40 Is Now Open In Knoxville
Posted: 06/12/2009
With a push of a button the SmartFIX40 completion countdown clock stopped and I-40 in downtown Knoxville officially reopened to traffic today, 18 days ahead of an already accelerated schedule. Read More
2009 Veterans’ Business Conference set for August 4th in Oak Ridge
Posted: 06/11/2009
The Y-12 National Security Complex and The University of Tennessee Center for Industrial Services Procurement Technical Assistance Center (UT CIS-PTAC) join with a host of East Tennessee agencies including the City of Knoxville’s Purchasing Department to sponsor the third annual East Tennessee Veterans’ Business Conference. Read More
City Offers Junior Golf Program
Posted: 06/10/2009
The City of Knoxville, partnering with the Knoxville Municipal and Whittle Springs Golf Courses, is hosting a junior golf program this summer for only $10. Read More
I-40 Downtown to Reopen June 12
Posted: 06/10/2009
On Friday, June 12 at 2:00 p.m. ET, the Tennessee Department of Transportation will re-open a new and improved section of Interstate 40 through downtown Knoxville 18 days ahead of the contractual completion date of June 30, 2009. Read More
KAT Unveils New Look and Upcoming Changes
Posted: 06/09/2009
Today Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) unveiled a new brand and a new bus, along with upcoming changes related to the new transit center, scheduled for an August 2010 opening. Read More
KSO to Perform at Festival on the Fourth
Posted: 06/09/2009
The Knoxville Symphony Orchestra returns to the World's Fair Park for the 25th Annual Pilot Free Independence Day Concert complete with popular patriotic tunes, classical favorites and a fireworks finale! Read More
Reduced Adoption Fees at Young-Williams Animal Center During Furry Fiesta
Posted: 06/09/2009
More cats and dogs arrive at Young-Williams Animal Center during the summer months than any other time of year. That's why the center is holding a "Furry Fiesta" with reduced adoption fees through August to encourage people to add a new pet to the family. Read More
Feast with the Beasts August 15
Posted: 06/08/2009
Party your tail off at the Knoxville Zoo at the Feast with the Beasts on August 15 from 7-11 p.m.! Tickets are on sale Now! Read More
Sarah Moore Greene Greenway Groundbreaking
Posted: 06/08/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam, Mayor Mike Ragsdale, Sam Anderson - Knox County School Board, Bob Richards - TDEC, Doug Bataille - County Parks & Rec Director, Lynn Liddington - Knox Air Quality Management and others broke ground on Monday, June 8 for the new Sarah Moore Greene Greenway. Read More
ETTAC is giving away old, but usable assistive technology
Posted: 06/05/2009
As part of its device reuse program, on Friday, June 19th the East Tennessee Technology Access Center will be giving away outdated, but still working and usable assistive technology devices. Read More
East Tennessee Foundation Announces Recipients
Posted: 06/05/2009
East Tennessee Foundation, in partnership with the City of Knoxville Community Development Department, announces the recipients of the 2009 Neighborhoods Small Grants Program (NSGP). Read More
TENNderCARE Family Health Fair This Saturday at Health Department
Posted: 06/03/2009
The Knox County TENNderCARE Coalition is hosting a Family Health Fair this Saturday, June 6, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., in the rear parking lot of Knox County Health Department. Read More
Bailey the Dog Newest KFD Member
Posted: 06/02/2009
Bailey, an 18-month-old yellow lab, was introduced as the newest member of the Knoxville Fire Department during a brief demonstration today at the Knoxville Fire Training Center. Read More
Brown Bag Green Book to feature Dana Christensen of ORNL
Posted: 06/02/2009
The Brown Bag Green Book lunch and learn series sponsored by the Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville continues on Wednesday, June 10, at 12 p.m. at the Market House Room of the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce at #17 Market Square. Read More
Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center Expands Hours
Posted: 06/01/2009
The City of Knoxville's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Center at the City Solid Waste Management Facility Transfer Station, located at 1033 Elm Street, will be expanding its operating hours starting on July 6. Read More
KFD Memorial Unearthed
Posted: 06/01/2009
A granite panel honoring the first two Knoxville Fire Department firefighters who died in the line of duty is back with the KFD after being unearthed during a construction project at Chilhowee Park. Read More
Be a Part of the Fast 40 Dash
Posted: 05/29/2009
Interstate 40 in downtown Knoxville is reopening and as part of the celebration the Tennessee Department of Transportation is offering you a chance to run on the newly completed roadway before the official opening. Read More
Meeting for Magnolia Area Merchants
Posted: 05/28/2009
Magnolia area merchants and business owners are invited to an organizational meeting aimed at creating a professional business association for the area. Read More
City's Solar Program Partners with Knox Heritage
Posted: 05/27/2009
The City of Knoxville's Solar America Cities Program is partnering with Knox Heritage in the restoration of one of the Victorian-era houses on the edge of Fort Sanders and World's Fair Park. Read More
Mayor and Senator Walk at River Bluff Wildlife Area
Posted: 05/27/2009
Mayor Haslam and Senator Lamar Alexander took a walk and picnic today on one of the most beautiful spots in Knoxville - the River Bluff Wildlife Area overlooking the Tennessee River from the south side of Knoxville. Read More
Tennessee Statehood Day Cultural Heritage Festival
Posted: 05/27/2009
Enjoy Tennessee Statehood Day Cultural Heritage Festival on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Blount Mansion, James White's Fort, Mabry-Hazen House, Marble Springs, Ramsey House and the Sequoyah Birthplace Museum. Read More
Public Meeting for Fort Sanders Stakeholders
Posted: 05/26/2009
On Thursday, June 4 at 3 p.m. staff members from the City of Knoxville's Department of Policy and Communications and from the Metropolitan Planning Commission will moderate a Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting which involves stakeholders in the Fort Sanders area. Read More
City Pools Open Saturday, May 23
Posted: 05/22/2009
It's time to jump in and get wet this summer. The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department will open its two outdoor pools this Saturday, May 23, 2009 at 11 a.m. Read More
City Seeks Comment on Use of Stimulus Funds
Posted: 05/22/2009
The City of Knoxville's Community Development Dept. is seeking public comment on a plan to use federal economic stimulus funds allocated under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Read More
Knoxville Police Prepared For Holiday Traffic
Posted: 05/21/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen announced traffic enforcement plans for the Memorial Day holiday weekend. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Mourns the Death of Giraffe
Posted: 05/21/2009
Knoxville Zoo is saddened to announce the death of one of its favorite animals. Read More
Memorial Day Holiday Schedule 2009
Posted: 05/20/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Monday, May 25th, for Memorial Day. Read More
City of Knoxville Fire Station 5 Celebrates 100 Years
Posted: 05/18/2009
On Monday at Fire Station #5 in Mechanicsville, Mayor Haslam, Chief Key and Captains from Station #5 revealed a plaque that honors past, present and future Knoxville Firefighters. Read More
National Public Works Week
Posted: 05/18/2009
The City of Knoxville is pleased this week to recognize a group of unsung employees whose work touches the lives of everyone in the City - the men and women of the City's Public Works Department. Read More
Knoxville Police Dedicate Memorial To Honor Officers
Posted: 05/15/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen dedicated a memorial to honor Knoxville Police Department Officers. Read More
Cooking Seminars New for Knox County Health Department
Posted: 05/14/2009
Knox County Health Department is offering a series of quarterly cooking demonstrations titled "Change Your Diet, Change Your Life." Read More
Embracing Knoxville's History Blount Mansion
Posted: 05/14/2009
Recently, Blount County students from Union Grove Elementary toured Blount Mansion. Read More
Electronics Recycling Event at U.T.
Posted: 05/13/2009
The University of Tennessee Computer Store and UT's Make Orange Green are hosting an Electronics Recycling Event on May 14-16 from 9 a.m to 3 p.m. at locations on campus. Read More
Fibromyalgia Awareness Day in Knoxville
Posted: 05/12/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam presented Janet Glass with a proclamation Tuesday proclaiming May 12, as Fibromyalgia Awareness Day in Knoxville. Read More
Peace Officers Memorial Service 2009
Posted: 05/12/2009
On October 1, 1962, President John F. Kennedy signed Public Law 87-726 designating May 15th as National Peace Officers Memorial Day and the week containing May 15 as National Police Week. Read More
Children's Festival of Reading May 30
Posted: 05/11/2009
Knoxville's favorite children's literary festival will be held on May 30 in World's Fair Park Read More
City Awarded Two Brownfield Assessment Grants
Posted: 05/11/2009
The City of Knoxville has been awarded two Brownfield Assessment Grants that it will use to survey and assess brownfield sites in South Knoxville - particularly in the South Waterfront area. Read More
Join Jack Neely for a Walk Through Knoxville History
Posted: 05/08/2009
The Hidden Knoxville Walk has been rescheduled for 5:30 p.m., Tuesday, May 12. Read More
Knox County Health Department Offers Free Screenings
Posted: 05/08/2009
Women are often the caregivers for their spouses, children, and parents, and neglect their own health. Read More
Road Closures on Henley Street May 10-14
Posted: 05/08/2009
Beginning Sunday night, May 10, motorists traveling on Henley Street in downtown Knoxville should be alert for temporary lane closures and construction workers. Read More
Chris Woodhull to Lead Brown Bag, Green Book
Posted: 05/07/2009
The Brown Bag, Green Book series sponsored by the Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville continues on Wednesday, May 13, at 12 p.m. at the Market House Room of the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce at #17 Market Square. Read More
Knoxville Farmer's Market Opens for 2009
Posted: 05/06/2009
The 6th season of the Market Square Farmers' Market (MSFM) began Saturday, May 2, 2009. Read More
Trio Honored for Saving Couple from Fire
Posted: 05/06/2009
Last night in during the City Council meeting Firefighters Shawn Bradley and David Gray and Knoxville News Sentinel carrier, Cissy Mutta, received certificates of recognition. Read More
City Announces Personnel Changes
Posted: 05/05/2009
The City of Knoxville, Department of Policy and Communications, announces the following personnel changes. Read More
New U.S. Army Recruiting Station Opens
Posted: 05/05/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam, Sgt. 1st Class Aaron Martin, Lt. Col. Samuel E. Williams, and others held a grand opening ceremony on May 5th to formally open the new Knoxville U.S. Army Recruiting Station at 9620 Kingston Pike. Read More
Office of the Ten Year Plan to Hold Public Meeting May 6
Posted: 05/04/2009
Mayor's Office of the Ten Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness will hold a public meeting on the development of permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals from 6-8 p.m., on Wednesday, May 6 at the Knox County Public Defenders Community Law Office located at 1101 Liberty Street. Read More
Probable Case of H1N1 Flu Identified in Knox County
Posted: 05/04/2009
Sunday, a probable case of H1N1 influenza A, also known as swine flu, has been identified in Knox County. Read More
Young-Williams Celebrates Be Kind to Animals Week May 3-9
Posted: 05/04/2009
Young-Williams Animal Center is joining in the national celebration of Be Kind to Animals Week May 3-9. Read More
City Dog Park Honored
Posted: 05/01/2009
Dog Fancy, a widely-read national magazine for dog owners, has recognized the City of Knoxville's Dogwood Park in its annual "America's Best Dog Parks" contest. Read More
Mayor Presents 2009-2010 Budget
Posted: 05/01/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam said today that his administration and City Council knew that good financial times eventually have to come to an end - and they carefully managed the city's money to be ready for that day. Read More
Downtown Green Power Initiative Reaches Goal of 400 Blocks Sold
Posted: 04/30/2009
KUB and the city of Knoxville, along with their initiative partners, recently celebrated the purchase of 400 blocks of green power by downtown residents and businesses through the "Make Downtown Green, Block by Block" campaign. Read More
Explorer Earns Special Honor
Posted: 04/30/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Cameron Paidousis the 2008 Explorer of the Year for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
KPD Civilian Employee of 2008
Posted: 04/30/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today named Jackie Roberts the 2008 Civilian Employee of the Year for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
KPD Officer of 2008
Posted: 04/30/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Officer Bill Muhlfeld the 2008 Officer of the Year for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
Knoxville Zoo’s Bloomin’ Butterfly Gardens!
Posted: 04/30/2009
Due to popular demand, Bloomin' Butterfly Gardens returns to Knoxville Zoo this spring. This living garden invites visitors to step inside a beautifully landscaped exhibit filled with hundreds of colorful butterflies that flutter all around. You butter-fly back to one of Knoxville Zoo's most popular exhibits! Read More
Reserve Sergeant Honored
Posted: 04/30/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Reserve Sgt. Lynn Thompson the 2008 Reserve Officer of the Year for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
May is Smart Trips Month
Posted: 04/29/2009
May is Smart Trips Month and among its many activities are two walks that will appeal to Knoxville residents interested in developing more greenways and in history. Read More
Swine Flu Prevention and Treatment the Same as for Seasonal Flu
Posted: 04/28/2009
Tennessee public health officials are clear on their objectives: Limit and slow the spread of swine flu and minimize the impact on health. Read More
City of Knoxville Stimulus Funding
Posted: 04/27/2009
The City of Knoxville is actively pursuing funding opportunities available as part of the "American Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act" (ARRA), which is often referred to as the "stimulus package." Read More
Wayfinding Project Design Firm Public Meeting May 7
Posted: 04/27/2009
A graphic design firm hired to guide the City of Knoxville's Downtown Wayfinding Project will present possible plans they have developed during a public meeting in the City County Building. Read More
Ijams Native Plant Sale April 25
Posted: 04/24/2009
Ijams Nature Center, a division of Knoxville Parks and Recreation, will hold their 8th Annual Native Plant Sale Saturday, April 25, from 8:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Parties for the Planet
Posted: 04/24/2009
Knoxville Zoo invites party animals of all ages to celebrate conservation of the local environment and Earth's diverse inhabitants at Party for the Planet on Sunday, April 26 from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. Read More
100 Block Construction Project Public Meeting April 28
Posted: 04/23/2009
The City of Knoxville is holding a public meeting updating the status of the Gay Street Streetscapes project at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, April 28 in the Emporium Building at 100 S. Gay Street. Read More
Fort Sanders Stakeholders Meeting May 7
Posted: 04/23/2009
A Fort Sanders Stakeholders Long-Range Planning Meeting is set for 3 p.m. on Thursday, May 7 at the Howard Baker Center for Public Policy located on the University of Tennessee campus at 1640 Cumberland Avenue. Read More
Health Department Offers Rabies Vaccinations for Area Pets
Posted: 04/23/2009
Rabies Vaccination Clinics to be held consecutive Saturdays, May 2 and 9, from 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at several Knox County Schools. Read More
City Releases Report of Energy Use and Emissions
Posted: 04/22/2009
In 2005 the City of Knoxville's roughly 100 buildings and 40 parks and playing fields generated enough energy to heat and cool thousands of average-sized homes for a month, produced 1,237 tons of non-recycled waste and spewed 48,997 tons of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. Read More
City's Tree Board to Celebrate Arbor Day
Posted: 04/21/2009
The City of Knoxville's Tree Board will celebrate Arbor Day on Friday, April 24, at Ijams Nature Center beginning at 12:30 p.m. Read More
City Seeks Comments on Homeless Prevention Plan
Posted: 04/20/2009
The City of Knoxville's Community Development Department is seeking comments on the draft Homelessness Prevention and Rapid Re-Housing Program (HPRP) plan posted on the website at www.cityofknoxville.org/development. Read More
Local Schools Could Get Money from U.S. Cellular
Posted: 04/15/2009
U.S. Cellular announced its new Calling All Teachers campaign that will funnel $1 million into classroom materials and educational experiences for students. Read More
New Empowerment Zone Loan Program
Posted: 04/15/2009
PNI and the City of Knoxville's Community Development Department are pleased to announce a new EZ revolving loan program, the BELP. Read More
Revised Market Square Event Policy and Calendar
Posted: 04/15/2009
On Monday, April 6th a public meeting was held to discuss approaches to events on Market Square. Read More
100 Block Gay Street Closing April 20
Posted: 04/13/2009
The 100 Block of Gay Street will be closed beginning April 20, for roughly the next 12 months as contractors begin reconstruction of the street and sidewalks. Read More
Fourth and Gill Tour of Homes April 19
Posted: 04/13/2009
The Historic Fourth and Gill neighborhood presents the 2009 Tourof Homes on Sunday, April 19 from 1:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. Read More
Free Solar Workshops Available April 17
Posted: 04/13/2009
The City of Knoxville's Solar America Cities Program will hold two free workshops this week - one aimed at companies and individuals interested in entering the solar industry and the other at homeowners considering the applications and benefits of solar power in their houses. Read More
Mayor Visits Gym Jam
Posted: 04/13/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam cheered kids on at Cecil Webb Recreation Center as they competed in various athletic events at the City's third annual "Gym Jam." Read More
Tour Six Historic Homes on April 18
Posted: 04/13/2009
Historic Homes of Knoxville will present historic home tours featuring two routes including six of the public house museums in Knox County. Read More
Market Square Event Policy and Calendar
Posted: 04/09/2009
On Monday, April 6th a public meeting was held to discuss approaches to events on Market Square. Read More
City's 2009 Good Friday Holiday Schedule
Posted: 04/08/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Friday, April 10th, for the Good Friday holiday. Read More
EarthFest 2009 April 18
Posted: 04/08/2009
Knoxville's 10th annual Earth Day Event, EarthFest 2009 will take place on Saturday, April 18 from 10am to 6pm at Pellissippi State Technical Community College. Read More
HonorAir Takes Flight Honoring WWII Vets
Posted: 04/08/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and U.S. Rep. John J. Duncan Jr., met with World War II veterans at McGhee Tyson Airport Wednesday morning. Read More
Public Meeting to Discuss 100 Block Gay Street April 13
Posted: 04/08/2009
The City of Knoxville will hold a public meeting updating the status of construction of the ongoing Gay Street Streetscapes project at 5 p.m. on Monday, April 13 at the Knoxville Chamber of Commerce Conference Room at 17 Market Square. Read More
Civil War Trail Marker Unveiled
Posted: 04/07/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam, Gaines Pittenger - president of Old Gray Cemetery, Steve Dean - East Tennessee Civil War Alliance, Noell Rembert and Lee Curtis with the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Rachel Oberban with the Knoxville Tourism and Sports Corporation unveiled a Tennessee Civil War Trail Marker on Tuesday, April 7 at Old Gray Cemetery, 543 N. Broadway. Read More
Elizabeth Eason to Lead Brown Bag - Green Book Discussion on April 8
Posted: 04/07/2009
The Brown Bag - Green Book Lunch and Learn series presented by the Knox County Public Library and the City of Knoxville continues on Wednesday, April 8, at 12 p.m. at a new location. Read More
Arrests In Safe Theft Ring Earns Officer Special Award
Posted: 04/03/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Investigator Ron Linkins the February Officer of the Month for the Knoxville Police Department. Investigator Linkins has been with KPD since March 1995. Read More
Greenways Race April 5
Posted: 04/03/2009
The Knox Greenways Coalition will hold the 18th annual Greenways 5k race and 2-mile Dog Jog this Sunday, April 5, to raise support for local greenways. Read More
Part of State Street Garage Closed
Posted: 04/03/2009
Structural repair work will continue on the State Street Parking Garage for at least the next three weeks. Read More
Northeast Corner of Market Square Closed
Posted: 04/02/2009
A section of the Northeast corner of Market Square will be fenced off for at least several weeks while the building façade at 36 Market Square is repaired by its owner. Read More
Mayor's Budget Hearings Begin
Posted: 04/01/2009
The City of Knoxville's budget hearings began this morning with various department heads presenting plans to Mayor Bill Haslam that continue offering the same level of services despite a struggling economy and declining revenues. Read More
Homes Examined for EasyLiving Home Certification
Posted: 03/31/2009
A representative from an organization that certifies houses as "visitable" - meaning they're easy for individuals with a disability to visit or reside in - will inspect seven new homes in the Park City neighborhood this week to see if they meet the necessary requirements for the EasyLiving Home designation. Read More
Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at the Zoo
Posted: 03/30/2009
Knoxville Zoo knows how kids like to take their eggs in the spring-with the Easter Bunny, of course! Read More
Run for the Schools Race Set for April 4
Posted: 03/27/2009
The inaugural Run for the Schools will be Saturday, April 4th, at 8:30 a.m. Read More
Children's Festival of Reading May 30th
Posted: 03/26/2009
Knox County Public Library is proud to announce the 5th annual Children's Festival of Reading will be held on Saturday, May 30 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at World's Fair Park in downtown Knoxville. Read More
Small Business Conference April 16
Posted: 03/26/2009
The City of Knoxville will partner with several other organizations to offer a free Small Business Conference on Thursday, April 16, at the United Way Building located at 1301 Hannah Ave. Read More
Knoxville Marathon 2009 Music Entertainment
Posted: 03/25/2009
The 2009 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon Live Entertainment Roster is listed below in order of appearance from the start line through the entire Marathon. Read More
Knoxville Marathon 2009 Road Closures
Posted: 03/25/2009
The March 29, 2009 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon will necessitate periodic road and lane closures throughout the city from 7 a.m. to 2 p.m. Read More
Knoxville Marathon Weekend of Activities Set
Posted: 03/25/2009
The fifth annual Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon is becoming the city's biggest weekend-long fitness event, offering a health and fitness exposition open to the public, motivational speakers, children's activities and five different running events. Read More
Mayor's Budget Hearings April 1-2
Posted: 03/25/2009
Mayor Haslam and various city department directors will hold budget hearings for the 2009-2010 budget year on April 1-2, 2009 in Room 453 of the City County Building. Read More
Sundown in the City Returns in 2009
Posted: 03/25/2009
Knoxville's celebrated free outdoor concert series, Sundown in the City, will return to Market Square in downtown Knoxville. Read More
Blood Drive at City-County Building
Posted: 03/24/2009
A special blood drive is being held Tuesday, March 24 in honor of Thomas "Tank" Strickland who is the City's Community Relations Director and Special Assistant to Mayor Haslam, as well as a Knox County Commissioner. Read More
Knoxville Marathon Press Conference Tuesday
Posted: 03/24/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam, Tony Spezia, president and CEO of Covenant Health, and Race Director Jason Altman, will held a press conference on Tuesday, March 24 at 3 p.m. Read More
Meeting of KAT LIFT Service Working Group
Posted: 03/24/2009
In response to concerns of the disability community at the January 27, 2009 City Council meeting, Mayor Haslam suggested pulling together a group of people to discuss the proposed cuts to the KAT LIFT service and to explore possible alternatives. Read More
Public Meeting Set March 30 for Ten-Year Plan
Posted: 03/24/2009
The Mayor's Office of the Ten-Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness will host a public meeting on Monday, March 30 to discuss issues related to the development and operation of permanent supportive housing for chronically homeless individuals. Read More
City Parks and Recreation Activities Available
Posted: 03/20/2009
With the first day of spring here, pleasures such as the smell of freshly cut grass, warm afternoons, and daylight well into the evening are approaching. Read More
Ten-Year Plan Advisory Board Meeting April 2
Posted: 03/20/2009
The Ten-Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness Advisory Board's quarterly public meeting information. Read More
Unwanted Medicines Collection Event March 28
Posted: 03/20/2009
The City of Knoxville and other sponsors are hosting an Unwanted Medicines Collection event on Saturday, March 28, from 1 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Earth Fare, located at 10903 Parkside Drive in the Shops at Turkey Creek. Read More
Baby Meerkats at Knoxville Zoo
Posted: 03/19/2009
Two of Knoxville Zoo's newest residents are making their debut this week. Read More
Knoxville Named as a Tree City USA Community
Posted: 03/19/2009
In what has become something of an early spring tradition the City of Knoxville has again been named as a Tree City USA community by the Arbor Day Foundation. Read More
Public Meeting Set to Discuss Event Programming on Market Square
Posted: 03/19/2009
The City of Knoxville Offices of Special Events and Policy and Communications will hold a public meeting to discuss policies for programming of events on Market Square. Read More
City's Recreation Leagues List March Madness Winners
Posted: 03/18/2009
March Madness may be looming at the collegiate level but here in Knoxville several teams have already earned their championships winning the titles in the city's recreation leagues. Read More
Community Development Develops Annual Action Plan, Public Meeting Set for April 14
Posted: 03/18/2009
The City of Knoxville's Community Development Department is developing the Annual Action Plan for use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnerships Act, and Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG) funds during the fiscal year that begins July 1, 2009. Read More
Fort Sanders Stakeholders Long-Range Planning Meeting Set for April 2
Posted: 03/18/2009
The City of Knoxville and MPC will host a meeting regarding long-range planning for Fort Sanders Stakeholders at 3 p.m. on Thursday, April 2 in the Howard Baker Center for Public Policy located on the University of Tennessee campus at 1640 Cumberland Avenue. Read More
Mobile Meal-A-Thon to Help Local Seniors
Posted: 03/17/2009
Be a part of the Mobile Meal-a-thon on Tuesday, March 17th by donating to the Mobile Meals program. Read More
Traveling Exhibit Visiting Knox County Libraries
Posted: 03/17/2009
History is making a stop near you! The East Tennessee Historical Society, in partnership with Knox County Public Library, is sending out a traveling show highlighting images from its signature exhibition. Read More
March 16-20 is Fix A Leak Week
Posted: 03/16/2009
The Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) WaterSense program has declared that March 16-20 is national Fix A Leak Week. Read More
Fleet Certifications Save Money for City
Posted: 03/13/2009
Not too long ago there was a steady stream of city-owned vehicles flowing to local vehicle dealerships for repairs that were covered by a warranty or a dealer recall. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Offers Wee Play Zoo
Posted: 03/13/2009
Wee Play Zoo, Knoxville Zoo's fun new interactive exhibit designed with toddler, pre-school and elementary school-aged visitors in mind, is now open in the Pilot Special Exhibit Building. Read More
MEDIC Regional Blood Center Needs Donors
Posted: 03/13/2009
Your community blood center has issued an emergency plea for blood donors. Read More
City's Solar America Cities Project in IREC's Newsletter
Posted: 03/12/2009
The City of Knoxville's Solar America Cities Project is featured in an article on the Interstate Renewable Energy Council's website and in IREC's State and Stakeholder Newsletter this week. Read More
Jackson Avenue to Close March 18
Posted: 03/12/2009
Part of Jackson Avenue near where it intersects with Gay Street is tentatively scheduled to be closed to traffic beginning Wednesday, March 18, for a period of four-to-six weeks. Read More
Knoxville Transportation Authority to Hold Workshop
Posted: 03/12/2009
The Knoxville Transportation Authority will hold a workshop on Tuesday, March 17th at 3:00 p.m. at O'Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona Street. The public is invited to attend. Read More
City Seeks Neighborhood-Minded Volunteers for Advisory Council
Posted: 03/11/2009
The City of Knoxville is seeking nominations to fill six vacant seats on the newly reorganized and enlarged Neighborhood Advisory Council. Read More
Public Meeting to Discuss 100 Block Gay Street March 11
Posted: 03/10/2009
The City of Knoxville will hold a public meeting updating the status of construction of the ongoing Gay Street Streetscapes project at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, March 11 in the Commerce Lofts Conference Room at 122 S. Gay Street. Read More
Public Meeting to Discuss Wayfinding Project March 12
Posted: 03/10/2009
The City of Knoxville is holding a public meeting on its new Downtown Knoxville Wayfinding Project at 6 p.m., Thursday, March 12, in the Small Assembly Room of the City County Building. Read More
Siting Task Force for Ten Year Plan Postponed
Posted: 03/10/2009
Mayors Haslam and Ragsdale and Ten Year Plan Director Jon Lawler very much appreciate the willingness of the Ten Year Plan Siting Task Force to provide assistance with siting considerations in regard to permanent supportive housing. Read More
Step Off Show a Success
Posted: 03/10/2009
A crowd of more than 1,300 spectators saw Knoxville's West High School Steppers take the top spot in the City of Knoxville's 4th Annual Teen "Step Off" Show at the Civic Auditorium Friday night. Read More
Arrest of Carjacking Suspect Earns Sgt. Award
Posted: 03/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Sgt. Robert Hembree the December Officer of the Month for the Knoxville Police Department. Sgt. Hembree has been with the department since January 1997. Read More
Employee Honored For Cost-Cutting Remodeling Project
Posted: 03/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen named Tom Sparks the December Civilian Employee of the Month for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
Investigation Into Home Repair Scam Earns Officer Award
Posted: 03/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today named Investigator Richard Giammarino the January Officer of the Month. Read More
Officer Receives Life Saving Award
Posted: 03/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen awarded the department's Life Saving Award to Officer Jayson Waggoner. Read More
Three Felony Arrests Earns Officer Award
Posted: 03/06/2009
Knoxville Mayor Bill Haslam and Police Chief Sterling Owen today named Officer Randall Smith the January Officer of the month for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
100 Block Gay Street Open for First Friday
Posted: 03/05/2009
The shops, galleries and restaurants of the 100 Block of Gay Street will all be open as usual on First Friday, which takes place on March 6 in Market Square and downtown Knoxville after work until late evening. Read More
Mayor Presents Proclamation for MS Awareness Week
Posted: 03/02/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam presented a proclamation to representatives of the National Multiple Sclerosis Society Mid South Chapter Monday declaring March 2-8, as MS Awareness Week in Knoxville. Read More
Brown Bag - Green Book - New Lunch and Learn Series
Posted: 02/26/2009
Knox County Public Library is proud to partner with the City of Knoxville to bring a new Lunch & Learn series to downtown Knoxville called "Brown Bag - Green Book" with a focus on the important topic of sustainability. Read More
Public Meeting Regarding 100 Block Gay Street Construction
Posted: 02/25/2009
The City of Knoxville will hold a public meeting to discuss the ongoing construction work on the 100 Block of Gay Street which is also known as the Gay Street Streetscapes Project. Read More
Summit Hill Drive Closed
Posted: 02/25/2009
All four lanes of Summit Hill Drive will be closed again from 9 p.m. Thursday, February 26 until 6 a.m. Friday, February 27 for construction work related to the Gay Street Streetscape Project. Read More
Camp WILD Provides a Spring Break Adventure!
Posted: 02/24/2009
First through fifth graders can take a spring break adventure at Knoxville Zoo's Camp WILD. Campers will learn all about the animals that live at Knoxville Zoo with new activities everyday. Read More
Knoxville Zoo Curator Named Red Panda Species Survival Plan Coordinator
Posted: 02/24/2009
Sarah Glass, curator of red pandas and special exhibits at Knoxville Zoo, has been named the coordinator for the Association of Zoos and Aquarium's (AZA) Red Panda Species Survival Plan (SSP). Read More
Knoxville Zoo and Seven Islands Partner for Invasive Weed Pull
Posted: 02/24/2009
Knoxville Zoo and Seven Islands Wildlife Refuge are partnering to host an invasive weed pull at the refuge as part of Invasive Weed Awareness Week. Read More
Mardi Growl Parade 2009 A Success
Posted: 02/23/2009
Rudy, a boisterous Labrador Retriever who played Marley in the movie "Marley and Me," led a pack of about 500 dogs of all shapes, sizes and costumes through downtown Saturday morning as Knoxville celebrated its second annual Mardi Growl Dog Parade. Read More
Legacy Tree Fund Tree Planting Feb. 25
Posted: 02/19/2009
The Ceremonial first tree planting ceremony announcing the Legacy Tree Fund, a new initiative created by the Legacy Parks Foundation with the support of the Carol R. Johnson and Associates to increase tree planting in Knoxville will be at 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday, February 25 at Union Avenue near where it intersects with Market Street. Read More
Summit Hill Drive Road Closures
Posted: 02/19/2009
Part, and sometimes all, of Summit Hill Drive will be closed to traffic during the early part of next week, February 23-26. Read More
Solar Workshops Aid in Awareness
Posted: 02/18/2009
More than 75 business owners and representatives took part in the City of Knoxville's recent "Solar for Your Business" workshop at the Knoxville Chamber on Market Square. Read More
Career Transition Assistance Fair Announced
Posted: 02/16/2009
The City of Knoxville, Knox County, Innovation Valley Inc., and the Knoxville Chamber will present a free Career Transition Assistance Fair at the Jacob Building at Chilhowee Park from noon to 7 p.m. on March 10th. Read More
Mayor Holds Annual Budget Retreat
Posted: 02/16/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam told City Council members today that the city has posted a steady financial performance for the first half of fiscal year 2008-2009 during the worst economic climate in decades. Read More
Step Off Show Set for March 6
Posted: 02/16/2009
The City of Knoxville is holding the 4th Annual Teen "Step Off" Show at the Civic Auditorium, at 7 p.m. on Friday, March 6, 2009. Read More
Concert Pays Tribute to Founder of UT’s Jazz Program
Posted: 02/13/2009
Knox County Public Library and Knoxville Jazz Festival Inc. proudly announce a pre-festival tribute concert for Jerry Coker, founder of UT's jazz program, on Sunday, February 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium of the East Tennessee History Center. Read More
City Accepting Applications for Community Agency Grants
Posted: 02/11/2009
The City of Knoxville is currently accepting applications from non-profit organizations for Community Agency Grants for fiscal year 2009-2010, which begins on July 1, 2009. Read More
Pilot Project of Recycling Used Printer Cartridges Showing Progress
Posted: 02/11/2009
A pilot project to recycle used printer and laser ink cartridges has generated enough interest that its backers - the City of Knoxville's Public Service Department and Cartridge World - may consider expanding it. Read More
Appalachian Ballet Company at the Bijou
Posted: 02/10/2009
On Saturday, March 7th at 8:00pm and Sunday, March 8th at 2:00 pm The Appalachian Ballet Company will be presenting Peter and the Wolf with Prokoviev’s score played by an ensemble from the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra an narrated by local actor David Dwyer. Read More
Mayor to Hold a Budget Retreat
Posted: 02/10/2009
Mayor Haslam will hold a Budget Retreat on Monday, February 16 from 8:30 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. in the Square Room at Cafe 4 on Market Square. Read More
Gay Street Streetscapes Project Begins Feb. 16th
Posted: 02/09/2009
The long-awaited Gay Street Streetscapes Project will begin in earnest on Monday, February 16, when contractors close the 200 Block of Gay Street to build large underground vaults for electrical equipment. Read More
Summitt First Riverwalk of Fame Recipient
Posted: 02/06/2009
University of Tennessee Women's Basketball Coach Pat Summitt will be the first person honored with a star on the new Riverwalk of Fame along the Tennessee River. Read More
Council Announces 6th District Replacement Process
Posted: 02/04/2009
Vice Mayor Mark Brown resigned from Knoxville's City Council on Friday, January 30, 2009, to accept an appointment as a Knox County Judicial Commissioner. Read More
Public Meeting on Ten-Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness
Posted: 02/04/2009
The Mayor's Office of the Ten-Year Plan to End Chronic Homelessness is holding a public meeting on the status of a proposed project. Read More
Public Meeting Set about Beck Center Expansion
Posted: 01/30/2009
Knox County will hold a public meeting on Tuesday, February 3rd from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. at the Beck Cultural Exchange Center. Read More
Vice Mayor Brown Accepts Position as Judicial Commissioner
Posted: 01/30/2009
Vice Mayor and 6th District City Councilman Mark Brown has accepted the position of Knox County Judicial Commissioner, which requires him to resign as Vice Mayor and his elected position on Knoxville City Council. Read More
Blount Mansion Association Receives Grant
Posted: 01/28/2009
Blount Mansion Association has been selected to receive a $30,000 grant from Rohm and Haas which will be used to paint and preserve the Mansion. Read More
City to Build New Playground at World's Fair Park
Posted: 01/27/2009
The City of Knoxville will build a new playground next to the fountains in World's Fair Park and hopes to have it open and ready for play by the end of the 2009 school year. Read More
Come to the Library for a Close Read
Posted: 01/27/2009
Looking for a book club? Join ours. Read More
Knoxville Jazz Festival Announces 2009 Schedule
Posted: 01/26/2009
Knox County Public Library and Knoxville Jazz Festival Inc. proudly announce the 4th annual Knoxville Jazz Festival March 4-7, 2009. Read More
City Wins State's Green Development Grant
Posted: 01/23/2009
The City of Knoxville has been awarded $10,000 for its new downtown dog park after being selected as one of the first four Tennessee cities to receive the state's new Green Development Grants. Read More
East Tennessee Foundation Announces Grant Opportunities
Posted: 01/23/2009
East Tennessee Foundation (ETF), the City of Knoxville Community Development Department, Knoxville Major Bill Haslam, and Knoxville City Council are pleased to announce that funding is available through the Neighborhoods Small Grants Program (NSGP) to support projects in 2009. Read More
Mardi Growl Parade Set for Feb. 21
Posted: 01/23/2009
Rudy, the cake-eating, snowman-destroying version of Marley in the movie "Marley & Me" will serve as grand marshal of the Mardi Growl Dog Parade in downtown Knoxville next month. Read More
Motown Meets Gospel and Country at Art Museum
Posted: 01/22/2009
The Knoxville Museum of Art's Alive After Five concert series presents the John Myers Band on Friday, January 30, from 5:30-8:00 pm. Read More
Library to Host Table Readings of New Plays
Posted: 01/21/2009
New plays and new writers are the lifeblood of a strong and vibrant theater. Read More
Medic Issues Emergency Appeal
Posted: 01/21/2009
MEDIC Regional Blood Center issued an emergency appeal for donations of all blood types. Read More
Pellissippi State Offers Green Energy Courses
Posted: 01/20/2009
Pellissippi State Technical Community College is responding to the rapidly growing interest in alternative energy and sustainable building practices by rolling out a slate of "Green/Renewable Energy Courses." Read More
Digital TV Conversion Set for Feb. 17
Posted: 01/19/2009
The Digital Conversion, planned to happen February 17, is just little more than a month away. Read More
Arts & Culture Alliance to Host The Scholastic Art Awards of East Tennessee
Posted: 01/16/2009
Thanks to presenting sponsor, the First Tennessee Foundation, the Arts & Culture Alliance is pleased to present The Scholastic Art Awards of 2009, a new exhibition featuring artwork by regional students grades 7-12. Read More
Celebrate Imagination Library's Fourth Year
Posted: 01/16/2009
Knox County's Imagination Library is officially four years old, and Knox County Public Library is celebrating! Read More
Health Department Offers Free Diabetes Management Series in February
Posted: 01/16/2009
Day-to-day management of diabetes can be confusing and overwhelming. Read More
Art Museum Swings With Tennessee Sheiks
Posted: 01/15/2009
The Knoxville Museum of Art's Alive After Five concert series presents the acoustic swing of the Tennessee Sheiks on Friday, January 23, from 5:30-8:00 pm. Read More
City Receives AA+ Bond Rating
Posted: 01/15/2009
The Fitch Rating Service announced today that it is affirming the City of Knoxville's AA+ bond rating based on the city's continued strong financial performance in the midst of the nation's worst economic crisis in decades. Read More
City's 2009 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Holiday Schedule
Posted: 01/15/2009
City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Monday, January 19th, for the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. Read More
Construction Company Selected for 100 Block Project
Posted: 01/14/2009
Southern Constructors Inc., a Knoxville-based construction company, has been awarded the contract for the reconstruction of the 100 Block of Gay Street. Read More
Applications for Funding Available
Posted: 01/13/2009
Applications for funding under the City of Knoxville's Emergency Shelter Grant (ESG), Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), and HOME Investment Partnerships Act programs will be available on January 12, 2009. Read More
Knox Achieves to Assist 496 Knox County Students
Posted: 01/12/2009
This month, volunteer mentors will begin to meet with the 496 high school seniors who are part of the new Knox Achieves program. Read More
2009 Knoxville Youth Summit Jan. 31
Posted: 01/09/2009
The 2009 Knoxville Youth Summit is scheduled for Saturday, January 31, 2009 at Bearden High School from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Read More
Alive After Five Welcomes Morristown Native
Posted: 01/09/2009
The Knoxville Museum of Art's Alive After Five music series presents an evening of classic blues performed by the Wallace Coleman Blues Band on Friday, January 16, from 5:30 - 8:00 pm. Read More
Mayors Meet With County's Legislative Delegation
Posted: 01/09/2009
Mayor Bill Haslam and Knox County Mayor Mike Ragsdale hosted a luncheon for the county's legislative delegation Friday to discuss issues of importance to the city and county and to learn about the prospects of this year's legislative session. Read More
Applications for TV Converter Box Coupons Available at Senior Summit
Posted: 01/08/2009
Applications for TV converter box coupons - used to help pay for the boxes that allow older televisions to receive digital programming -will be available at the Regional Senior Summit at the BlueCross Healthy Living Expo. Read More
Public Meeting Set for Proposed Reorganization of Zoning Ordinance
Posted: 01/07/2009
The City of Knoxville will host a public meeting regarding the proposed reorganization of Article IV of the City of Knoxville's zoning ordinance on Thursday, January 15, 2009 at 6:30 p.m. at the Cansler YMCA, 616 Jessamine St. Read More
2009 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration
Posted: 01/06/2009
The MLK Commemoration Commission of Greater Knoxville has developed a series of events to commemorate the life and accomplishments of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read More
Penguin Discount Days at the Zoo
Posted: 01/05/2009
The temperatures are dropping, but there are lots of cool activities going on at the Knoxville Zoo. Read More

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City Council Approves Energy Services Agreement with Ameresco

City Receives Highly-Favorable HUD Review

Shop for your New Year's Resolutions at the Knox County Public Library

City's 2009 New Years Holiday Schedule

KPD Announces Holiday Traffic Enforcement Plans

Multiple Felony Arrests Earns Officer Award

Knoxville Zoo Has the Perfect Antidote to Cabin Fever

New Council Members Sworn In

Let's Conserve Together - A Lighting Study

City's 2009 Christmas Holiday Schedule

Swearing-In Ceremonies for Newly Elected City Council Members

Rhino Arrives at Zoo for Introduction to Potential New Mate

City Increases Transactions with Disadvantaged Business Enterprises

City, County Seek Input for Five Year Consolidated Plan

Julie Chimpanzee Departing for Albuquerque’s Rio Grande Zoo

Curbside Recycling Program Presented at City Council Workshop

KFD Promotes Byrd to Deputy Chief

Sign Up for City Youth Basketball Leagues

Comcast Christmas at Chilhowee Park Dec. 11

Enjoy Holiday Lights by Bicycle

Phone Book Recycling Effort Kicks Off Dec. 14

City Council Workshop on Recycling Dec. 10

Dolly Parton's Imagination Library Cuts Costs, Improves Delivery

Energy and Sustainability Task Force Meeting Dec. 11

It's a Holiday Bonanza at the Library

KPD To Target School Bus Stop Sign Violators

Knox County Public Library to feature The Tall Woman by Wilma Dykeman

KPD Receives Accreditation from CALEA

Knoxville Zoo Offers $5 Fridays in December

Candlelight Tours of Marble Springs Dec. 5

KUB Places Signs Along Third Creek Greenway for Upcoming Detour

Knox Co. Health Dept. Adds In-School H1N1 Intranasal Vaccination Clinics

Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting Dec. 3

Penguin Discount Days Are a Cool Way to Visit the Zoo for Half Price

Brown Bag Green Book tackles the hidden cost of discounts

Regal Celebration of Lights Nov. 27

City to Provide Overview of Henley Street Bridge Project

Thanksgiving Traffic Enforcement Plans Announced

Free Christmas Concert Nov. 29

City's 2009 Thanksgiving Holiday Schedule

Public Meeting on Gay Street Streetscapes Project

Knox Co. Public Library Offering Vintage Photos of Great Smoky Mountains on Note Cards for Sale

Knoxville Home to One of the Largest Independent Breast Center Facilities in the U.S.

Humana Foundation Presents Checks to Local Nonprofits

22nd Annual Battle of the Orange and Blue Blood Drive

U.S. Cellular's Calling All Communities Campaign Returns to Give $1 Million to Schools

Leaf Pickup Schedule 2009

Veterans Honored at Parade

Superintendent McIntyre to Speak at Brown Bag Green Book

Knoxville Zoo Offers Kroger Free Day Nov. 14

Veteran's Day Parade Nov. 11, 2009

Arrest of Vehicle Burglary Suspects Earns Special Award for Three Officers

Bank Robbery Investigation and Safe Burglary Investigation Earns Two Investigators Special Honors

City Hosts Unwanted Medicines Collection Event Nov. 14

City Sponsors America Recycles Day in Knoxville Nov. 14

City Sponsors Mercury Thermometer Exchange Nov. 14

Cumberland Avenue Corridor Project Public Meeting Nov. 12

Lawson McGhee Library's HVAC System to be Repaired

City Will Begin Removal of Treble Clef Sculpture Thursday

Ijams Offering Steps for More Sustainable Holidays

Mayor Welcomes Newly Elected Council Members

Third Creek Greenway Community Clean Up Nov. 8

ETEBA 10th Annual Business Opportunities Conference

Fort Sanders Long-Range Planning Meeting Nov. 5

Layla Kiffin to join Knox County's Imagination Library effort

Knox Co. Health Dept. Offers Health Seminar

Knox Co. Health Dept. to Hold In-School H1N1 Intranasal Vaccination Clinics

Senior Dance at City Recreation Center

Neighborhood Sweep Program Set for Nov. 4

Public Meeting on Vacant Properties

Civil War Roundtable Celebrates Veterans at Fort Dickerson Civil War Living History

Knox Co. Health Dept. to Hold Saturday Clinic Hours for H1N1 Intranasal Mist Vaccinations

Downtown North Streetscape Public Meeting

City to Remove Treble Clef Sculpture

Special Called City Council Meeting

Safety City Receives Donation for Halloween in the City

2009 Christmas in the City Lineup Unveiled

East Tennessee's Electric Vehicle Show