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Who Can It Be Now for April 2024
Posted: 04/24/2024
Do you know who the mystery person is for April? Read More
Awards for April 2024
Posted: 04/24/2024
Congratulations to the following individuals and departments receiving a “kudos” from callers into 3-1-1. Read More
Check Out These New Interactive Parks and Greenways Maps!
Posted: 04/24/2024
The newest tool for discovering Knoxville, Knox County and Farragut outdoor adventures – an interactive map of countywide parks and greenways – is now available at park facilities and visitor centers. Read More
Horticulture Improves, Beautifies Krutch Park Extension
Posted: 04/24/2024
John Hooper is a problem solver. Read More
Free Summer Camp!
Posted: 04/23/2024
Are you taking advantage of our newest City employee benefit? A few weeks ago, Mayor Kincannon announced that summer camp at City community centers would be free for all employees. Read More
City Job Fair Showcases Teamwork
Posted: 04/23/2024
More than 100 potential employees visited the job fair held April 3, 2024, at the Public Works Service Center. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for April 2024
Posted: 04/23/2024
Congratulations to these City employees marking significant work anniversaries in April 2024! Read More
Congratulations to KPD's Newly Promoted Officers!
Posted: 03/27/2024
Seven Knoxville Police Department officers received promotions during the March 8, 2024 promotion ceremony held at Sevier Heights North Campus, 3446 Lake Crossing Lane. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for March 2024
Posted: 03/26/2024
Congratulations to these City employees marking significant work anniversaries in March! Read More
Awards for February and March 2024
Posted: 03/26/2024
Congratulations to the following individuals and departments receiving a “kudos” from callers into 3-1-1. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for March 2024
Posted: 03/26/2024
Do you know the March mystery employee? Read More
The Communications Team is here for you!
Posted: 03/25/2024
Over the years, the City of Knoxville’s Communications team has grown—meaning expanded services for each and every department in the City. Read More
Tree Plan Moves Ahead Into Implementation Phase
Posted: 03/25/2024
Team members behind the creation of the Urban Forest Master Plan gathered on Thursday, March 21, 2024, at Dr. Walter Hardy Park to celebrate the completion of the UFMP and talk about implementing the multi-faceted plan. Read More
Office of Neighborhood Holds Successful Awards Dinner
Posted: 03/25/2024
The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment held its second annual Neighborhood Awards Dinner on Thursday, March 7, to honor neighbors, neighborhood organizations and name the Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year. Read More
City Releases Updated Housing Strategy
Posted: 03/25/2024
After several months of meetings, stakeholder discussions and a City Council workshop, Mayor Kincannon and other City leaders released an updated Housing Strategy. Read More
Assistant Chief Fortner Retires After 31 Years of Service
Posted: 02/09/2024
January 24, dozens of people came together to share stories and celebrate the 30-plus year career of Knoxville Police Assistant Chief Mark Fortner. Read More
Awards for January 2024
Posted: 02/05/2024
Congratulations to the following individuals and departments receiving a “kudos” from callers into 3-1-1. Read More
Congratulations to Our Newest 28 Firefighters
Posted: 02/05/2024
The Knoxville Fire Department graduated its first class of recruits in two years on Jan. 12, 2024, at the stately Alumni Memorial Building on UT's campus. Read More
Battling the Snowstorm: ‘We Made a Difference’
Posted: 02/05/2024
The snow fell, and fell some more, and then kept falling. A record-setting mid-January storm dumped 9 inches of snow and crippled Knoxville – but not for long. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for February 2024
Posted: 02/05/2024
This month’s Mystery Employee is a life-long East Tennessean who has worked with the City of Knoxville for 12 years. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for Jan. and Feb. 2024
Posted: 02/02/2024
Congratulations to these City employees marking significant work anniversaries in January and February! Read More
Community Agency Grants Support City Values
Posted: 02/02/2024
In the past four years, more than $6.8 million in Community Agency Grants have supported the activities of local organizations that provide education, cultural enrichment and support services to the people of Knoxville. Read More
Knoxville Arts Center Fuels Creativity
Posted: 02/02/2024
It’s easy to get into a rut with your activities. Have you tried anything new lately? A whole season of workshops to activate your creativity are on offer at the Knoxville Arts Center. Read More
Are You Ready for a Challenge?
Posted: 02/01/2024
Just before Christmas, the City celebrated the opening of the new Morningside Park play areas. Read More
New Recycling Guidelines and Posters
Posted: 02/01/2024
Are you up to speed on the latest recycling guidelines in the City? Read More
Traci: Over the Hill and Through the Woods
Posted: 12/18/2023
Yes, all of my holidays included going over the hill and through the woods to grandmother's house. Read More
Recipes for Desserts
Posted: 12/15/2023
Check out your co-worker's recipes for various desserts. Read More
Recipes for Side Dishes
Posted: 12/15/2023
Check out your co-worker's recipes for various side dishes. Read More
Recipes for Main Dishes
Posted: 12/15/2023
Check out your co-worker's recipes for various main dishes. Read More
Kristin: Making Baking a Holiday Tradition
Posted: 12/15/2023
Food and holidays have always gone hand-in-hand in my house. Read More
Shawn: Best Cookie for Watching Rudolph
Posted: 12/15/2023
Candy Cane Cookies are my favorite Christmas cookies. My brother and I would “help” my mom make them every year. Read More
Dan: Holiday Recipe Brings Back Memories of Mom and Dad
Posted: 12/15/2023
This dinner has been a Christmas Eve tradition for many years in my family. As my father was a former WWII Navy veteran (deep sea diver), his love for the sea (and seafood) was something he always cherished. Read More
Paige: Derby Pie Wins the Holidays
Posted: 12/15/2023
I don’t know how the recipe for Derby Pie entered my family’s dessert repertoire, but it was a staple and a personal favorite for many holidays and birthdays during my youth in the ‘80s and early ‘90s. Read More
Eric: Mom's Sugar Cookies from 1950's Betty Crocker
Posted: 12/15/2023
For 57 years – from my boyhood through college years through starting my own family and career in Knoxville – one of my Christmas favorites was my Mom’s sugar cookies. Read More
Recipe for Holiday Greetings
Posted: 12/15/2023
Enjoy this festive video of various departments sharing their holiday greetings. Read More
Recipe for the Next Four Years
Posted: 12/15/2023
Mayor Kincannon was sworn in on Dec. 16 for her second term as Mayor. Read More
Recipe for Holiday Cheer
Posted: 12/15/2023
Everyone loves the twinkle of the holiday lights, the whirl of the Market Square ice skaters, and the jolly community gatherings. Read More
Recipe for a Healthy Knoxville
Posted: 12/15/2023
The City of Knoxville has all the right ingredients to help people enjoy the outdoors and explore new recreational activities. Read More
Recipe for Caring for Our Community
Posted: 12/15/2023
The presents have arrived early for some people in Knoxville, as the City rolled out several new programs and initiatives last month aimed at increasing the health and safety of the people who live here. Read More
Recipe for Giving Back
Posted: 12/15/2023
During this season of gifting and gratitude, we want to share the experiences of some of the many City employees who give back to the community through volunteering. Read More
Recipes Full of Holiday Memories
Posted: 12/15/2023
What is your favorite food during the holidays? Read More
City Officially Cuts Ribbon on New $70M Public Safety Complex
Posted: 11/01/2023
On October 26, 2023, Mayor Kincannon and other City leaders officially cut the ribbon on the new Public Safety Complex. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for November 2023
Posted: 11/01/2023
This month's mystery employee is a lifelong Tennessee resident. Read More
Awards for October 2023
Posted: 11/01/2023
Congratulations to the individuals and departments that recently won awards and KUDOS. Read More
Leaf Season Begins November 6, 2023
Posted: 11/01/2023
Public Service Department crews will soon be visiting neighborhoods to vacuum residents’ leaf piles. Read More
It's Time for Open Enrollment for 2024 Benefits
Posted: 11/01/2023
We have an amazing benefits package and rates have not gone up for 10 years! Read More
Employee Anniversaries for November 2023
Posted: 11/01/2023
Congratulations to these City employees marking significant work anniversaries in November 2023 Read More
City Employees Devote Time, Money to Giving Back
Posted: 10/31/2023
When we asked City employees how they donate their volunteer time, one answer came in several times. Read More
Honoring City Employees Takes Center Stage
Posted: 10/06/2023
In a span of just one week, Mayor Kincannon handed out more than 180 awards to employees at 2 different annual ceremonies: the Employee Appreciation Luncheon and the Employee of the Year Awards. Read More
City Employees of the Year Honored
Posted: 10/04/2023
On September 26, 2023, Mayor Kincannon honored 24 city workers at the Employees of the Year ceremony. Read More
Employees with 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 Years of Service Honored
Posted: 10/04/2023
September 19, 2023, the Mayor and other City leaders gathered to honor major career milestones—marking 3900 years of work. Employees who reached 20, 25, 30, 35, 40, or 45 years working for the City were celebrated. Read More
Awards for September 2023
Posted: 10/02/2023
Congratulations to the individuals and departments that recently won awards and KUDOS. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for Sept. 2023
Posted: 10/02/2023
This month's mystery employee has lived her whole live in Knoxville but never been inside the Sunsphere. Read More
Urban Forest Master Plan Reaches Development Phase
Posted: 10/02/2023
The City, Trees Knoxville and other partners working on the Urban Forest Master Plan project are moving into the next phase of creating the plan itself. Read More
Parks Partnership Maps Neighborhood Walking Routes
Posted: 10/02/2023
A collaboration between Parks & Recreation and the Knox County Health Department is helping visitors to one local park measure their miles. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for September & October 2023
Posted: 10/02/2023
City employees marked significant work anniversaries in September and October 2023. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for Aug. 2023
Posted: 08/30/2023
August’s mystery employee loves thrift-shopping adventures and a wide variety of music, from The Pixies to Brahms. And chances are, when you see her, she’s just about to leave for – or just gotten back from – an exciting trip or vacation. Read More
CGI Celebrates Downtown Grand Opening, Adds More Jobs
Posted: 08/30/2023
CGI celebrates downtown grand opening. Read More
New Items Added to City’s Recyclable List
Posted: 08/30/2023
Did you know recycling rules have changed? Read More
Have You Done Your Latest Cyber-Security Training?
Posted: 08/30/2023
Have you done your latest cyber-security training? More than 1300 City employees are required to take the training and less than 40% have completed it. Read More
Neighborhood Resource Fair Reaches Hundreds
Posted: 08/28/2023
The first-ever Neighborhood Resource Fair was held Saturday, Aug. 12, 2023, at the Jacob Building at Chilhowee Park. Read More
Celebrating Work Anniversaries for August 2023
Posted: 08/25/2023
Congrats to these City employees celebrating significant work anniversaries. Read More
Awards for August 2023
Posted: 08/25/2023
Congratulations to the individuals and departments that recently won awards and KUDOS. Read More
Parks & Rec Helping to Make Summer Memories
Posted: 07/28/2023
Summer time is a busy time for lots of us, but especially for the City’s Parks and Rec team that helps create so many special memories for local families. Read More
Check Out the City's Social Media Accounts
Posted: 07/28/2023
Are you staying connected with everything happening at the City? If you aren’t following City of Knoxville accounts on social media, you could be missing out on some important messaging. Read More
City Hosts Spectacular Festival on the 4th
Posted: 07/28/2023
Earlier this month, thousands of people descended on World's Fair Park for Festival on the 4th. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for July 2023
Posted: 07/24/2023
This month's mystery employee is a source of joy. Read More
Awards for July 2023
Posted: 07/24/2023
Congratulations to the following individuals and departments receiving a special “kudos” from callers into 3-1-1. Read More
City Staff Convene Construction Career Roundtable
Posted: 07/24/2023
As Knoxville continues to grow, does our city have the workforce capacity to meet its construction needs? To answer that question, the City convened the Construction Career Ladder Roundtable. Read More
Banquet Honors Three Years of Firefighters' Actions
Posted: 07/24/2023
On June 30, 2023, the Knoxville Fire Department held an Awards Banquet to honor and celebrate those, who through their selfless acts of exceptional bravery and commitment to service, embody the true spirit of the profession. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for July 2023
Posted: 07/21/2023
Kudos to these City employees celebrating significant work anniversaries in July 2023! Read More
Waste & Resources Feeds Demand for Composting Resources
Posted: 07/21/2023
On Saturday, July 15, 2023, the Waste and Resources Management department hosted its second sold-out backyard composting workshop of the year. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for June 2023
Posted: 06/27/2023
Congrats and corrections to City employees celebrating significant work anniversaries. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for June 2023
Posted: 06/26/2023
This month's mystery employee has called East Tennessee home for 13 years. Read More
KPD Celebrates New Facility, While Honoring the Past
Posted: 06/26/2023
On Friday, June 30, 2023, KPD closed the doors of the safety building at 800 Howard Baker, Jr. Ave. Read More
City Ambassadors Program Wraps Up Another Successful Session
Posted: 06/26/2023
This spring the City of Knoxville wrapped up another successful Ambassadors program! Read More
Awards for June 2023
Posted: 06/26/2023
Congratulations to these City employees! Read More
Open Houses Bring Neighbors, Partners Together
Posted: 06/26/2023
Dozens of City employees across several departments pitched in to successfully host four community open house events in the first six months of 2023. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for May 2023
Posted: 05/25/2023
This month's mystery employee grew up in Michigan before moving to East Tennessee 35 years ago. Read More
Awards for April & May 2023
Posted: 05/25/2023
Congratulations to the individuals and departments that recently won awards: 311/211, Fleet and KUDOS nominations. You make our City a better place! Read More
Get Ready for the Business Opportunities Breakfast
Posted: 05/24/2023
The 14th Annual Business Opportunities Breakfast is June 21, 2023. Read More
Mayor Presents State of the City
Posted: 05/24/2023
Despite the rain, it was a packed house at this year's State of the City Address on April 26, in Western Heights. Read More
Communications Assets Available on Intranet
Posted: 05/24/2023
Your Comms team finds branding critical and so should you! Read More
KPD Officer/Employee of the Year Awards
Posted: 05/24/2023
The Knoxville Police Department, along with Mayor Indya Kincannon, honored its 2022 employee and officer of the year award winners on May 15, at the Foundry. Read More
Compost Program Results in Growth
Posted: 05/24/2023
The Knoxville Compost Project began with one location for residents to drop off their approved food scraps to be composted, rather than sent to the landfill. Enthusiasm and some grant funds have expanded the drop-off locations. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for April & May 2023
Posted: 05/23/2023
Congrats to these City employees celebrating significant work anniversaries in April and May 2023! Read More
Great Team Throws Party for Good Neighbors
Posted: 03/30/2023
Kudos to our Office of Neighborhood Empowerment staff for throwing a great party to honor individual neighbors and neighborhoods!e Read More
Who Can It Be Now March 2023
Posted: 03/29/2023
Can you guess the identity of this month's mystery employee? Read More
Youth Empowerment Spring Break 2023
Posted: 03/28/2023
Knoxville youth participated in a variety of activities during Spring Break 2023. Read More
City of Knoxville Employees Mark Significant Anniversaries
Posted: 03/28/2023
Congratulations to these City employees marking significant work anniversaries this month. Read More
Awards for March 2023
Posted: 03/28/2023
Congratulations to the following individuals and departments receiving a special “kudos” from callers into 3-1-1. Read More
Need to Know for March 2023
Posted: 03/27/2023
We want to do everything possible to make your computer, email, and your overall work day run as smoothly as possible. Read More
Who Can It Be Now February 2023
Posted: 02/14/2023
This month's mystery employee helps keep the City's small engines running. Read More
City Supports Makers Making Dreams Come True
Posted: 02/13/2023
The City supports the Maker Initiative, housed at Knoxville Entrepreneur Center, because among the many things our Makers community does is support job creation. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for February 2023
Posted: 02/10/2023
Congratulations to these City employees who marked significant work anniversaries in Dec. 2022, Jan. 2023 and Feb. 2023. Read More
Home for the Holidays
Posted: 12/21/2022
For Knoxville to thrive, families need safe, affordable places to live and that is why Mayor Indya Kincannon has continued to not only focus on, but enhance City support of affordable housing. Read More
My Grown-Up Christmas List
Posted: 12/21/2022
Listening to the dreams and hopes of adults in the Western Heights/Beaumont neighborhoods of Knoxville led to quite the wish come true in 2022. Read More
The First Noel
Posted: 12/21/2022
As 2022 unfolded, so did a national search for the City of Knoxville’s next Police Chief. Read More
Trees Rock! Looking Ahead to Urban Forestry in the New Year
Posted: 12/16/2022
Trees rock! Looking into the New Year with Urban Forestry Read More
All I Want for Christmas is You!
Posted: 12/16/2022
Sit back and enjoy these holiday greetings from your fellow coworkers. Read More
Walking in a Winter Wonderland...
Posted: 12/15/2022
Go ahead. Try to not sing to yourself "Walking in a Winter Wonderland" as you imagine happily trekking on a wide new sidewalk or greenway as fluffy snowflakes are falling all around you. Read More
Listen to Our Top 10 Hits
Posted: 12/14/2022
Listen to the music for Knoxville's Top 10 Hits List Read More
Christmas is for Children
Posted: 12/13/2022
Young people are important to our city. They are our residents and future leaders. Our Empower Knox initiative connects youth-serving organizations to resources and each other. Read More
What Are You Doing New Year's Eve?
Posted: 12/13/2022
Where do you want to be when the final seconds of 2022 tick down into the first seconds of 2023? It's a date! Read More
How Did Our City Go Green(sleeves) in 2022?
Posted: 12/13/2022
How Did Our City Go Green(sleeves) in 2022? Read More
Employee Anniversaries for December 2022
Posted: 12/07/2022
Congratulations to these City employees who are marking significant work anniversaries in December 2022. Read More
Congratulations to the City's 17 Co-Employees of the Year!
Posted: 11/16/2022
Meet the City’s 17 Co-Employees of the Year for 2022! Read More
Awards and Honors for November 2022
Posted: 11/16/2022
Congratulations to these City employees! Read More
Who Can It Be Now Nov. 2022
Posted: 11/16/2022
November's mystery employee is a lifelong Knoxvillian who loves working outdoors. Read More
City Celebrates Arbor Day and Improvements at Sam Duff Memorial Park
Posted: 11/15/2022
Nearly a hundred people gathered to recognize Arbor Day, cut the ribbon on a new dog park, and to celebrate the completion of nearly ½ million in ADA improvements at the South Knoxville park. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for November 2022
Posted: 11/15/2022
Congratulations to these City employees who are marking significant work anniversaries in November 2022. Read More
Who Can It Be Now Oct. 2022
Posted: 10/03/2022
This month's mystery employee is left handed and breaks glass ceilings. Pow! Read More
City Employees Share Their Story to Help Boost Job Applicants
Posted: 10/03/2022
Have you seen more co-workers on television, in social media campaigns, or working at local job fairs lately? If so, it’s not a coincidence. City workers are helping to spread the word that the City is a great place to work! Read More
Employee Anniversaries for September and October 2022
Posted: 09/30/2022
Congratulations to City employees marking significant work anniversaries in September and October 2022. Read More
Awards & Honors for August 2022
Posted: 08/18/2022
This month we are highlighting 3-1-1’s “KUDOS” program. Read More
Kid A’ Riffic = Terrific Summer Fun!
Posted: 08/15/2022
2022 proved to be another successful year for the City’s Kid A’ Riffic in the Park series! Read More
Who Can It Be Now for August 2022
Posted: 08/15/2022
Can you guess the identity of this month's mystery employee? Read More
Need to Know for August 2022
Posted: 08/12/2022
Keeping Knoxville beautiful just got easier thanks to the City’s My Knoxville app. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for August 2022
Posted: 08/11/2022
These are your City colleagues celebrating significant work anniversaries this month. Read More
Awards & Honors for July 2022
Posted: 07/13/2022
This month we are highlighting 3-1-1’s “KUDOS” program. Read More
Knoxville Job Well Done: Becky Wade Celebrated for Service
Posted: 07/13/2022
Becky Wade has had a remarkable career. Here are some facts and highlights. Read More
Employee Anniversaries July 2022
Posted: 07/13/2022
Congratulations to the City employees who are celebrating milestone anniversaries this month! Read More
KFD Announces New Public Information Officer
Posted: 07/13/2022
KFD Announces New Public Information Officer Read More
Work by Summer in the City Intern Teresa Cao
Posted: 07/13/2022
Communications wants to shine the light on the great work of our Summer in the City intern Teresa Cao. Read More
Who Can It Be Now July 2022
Posted: 07/13/2022
This month's Who Can It Be Now is a long-time community collaborator. Read More
Need to Know for July 2022
Posted: 07/13/2022
Heads up! You will soon be asked to change your password on your work devices and there is a good reason why. Read More
Breakfast Serves Up Opportunities for Area Businesses
Posted: 07/01/2022
On June 22, hundreds of people came out to learn more about doing business with the City of Knoxville. Read More
Knoxville Welcomes New Police Chief
Posted: 07/01/2022
Paul Noel was officially sworn in as the Chief of Police for the Knoxville Police Department on June 13 and has hit the ground running. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for June 2022
Posted: 06/08/2022
Can you guess the identity of this month's mystery employee? Read More
Special Events Delivers Summer Fun
Posted: 06/07/2022
On the first day of meteorological summer, the Office of Special Events was playing outdoors with kids, books, blocks, leaves and mud. Read More
City Leaders Celebrate the Reopening of Claude Walker Ball Park
Posted: 06/07/2022
City and community leaders celebrated the reopening of Claude Walker Ball Park last month. Read More
Thank You, Acting Police Chief Mark Fortner
Posted: 06/07/2022
Thursday, May 12, 2022, Mark Fortner was sworn in as Acting KPD Chief. Fortner, who had been serving as Assistant Chief, was asked to take on this role after the retirement of Chief Eve Thomas. Read More
Need to Know for June 2022
Posted: 06/07/2022
Now that the 2022/23 budget has been approved, which includes a compensation overhaul, we are moving into the implementation stage. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for May & June 2022
Posted: 06/01/2022
Congratulations to City employees who marked significant work anniversaries in May 2022, including five in KPD celebrating 30 years. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for April 2022
Posted: 05/02/2022
Congratulations to these City employees celebrating milestone anniversaries in April! Read More
Housing and Neighborhood Dev Staff Go on Tour for CD Week
Posted: 05/02/2022
National Community Development Week presented the opportunity for City staff to connect and reconnect with our “boots on the ground” service providers. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for April 2022
Posted: 04/29/2022
This member of the COK team has been a familiar face around the City County Building since the 90’s. Read More
KPD Recognition Luncheon
Posted: 04/29/2022
On April 26, 2022, Mayor Indya Kincannon and the Knoxville Police Department honored 7 employees for their exemplary work serving our City. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for March 2022
Posted: 03/29/2022
This month we are featuring new City employee Emily Campen. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for March 2022
Posted: 03/25/2022
Congratulations to City of Knoxville employees celebrating significant work anniversaries this month. Read More
Neighborhood Meetings Center on Safety
Posted: 03/23/2022
Departments that fulfill the City's committment to public safety have begun convening for a series of public meetings with neighbors in all areas of Knoxville. Read More
KPD Spotlight: Clemons Connects with Community
Posted: 02/24/2022
Twenty-eight-year veteran KPD Officer Shelley Clemons never intended to stay in Knoxville. Read More
Who Can It Be Now February 2022
Posted: 02/23/2022
This month's mystery employee has been a bar owner and a licensed driver of harnessed horses. Read More
Need to Know for February 2022
Posted: 02/18/2022
How many suspicious emails are really sent to City staffers? We have some preliminary numbers and they might just surprise you! Read More
FLOCK Cameras Prove to be a Powerful Public Safety Tool in Knoxville
Posted: 02/18/2022
FLOCK Cameras Prove to be a Powerful Public Safety Tool in Knoxville Read More
Employee Anniversaries for February 2022
Posted: 02/17/2022
Congratulations to the City employees marking significant work anniversaries this month. Read More
Need to Know for January 2022
Posted: 01/25/2022
As we ease into 2022, many people make health and fitness goals a top priority. Read More
City is gathering input to help guide the search for the next KPD Chief
Posted: 01/25/2022
The City of Knoxville is gathering input to help guide the search for the next Knoxville Police Department Chief. Read More
Sunsphere Shines for New Year's Eve
Posted: 01/25/2022
The sky was aglow like the Northern Lights. The crowd was filled with anticipation. And, the rain held off just long enough for the City of Knoxville to ring in 2022, unlike it ever has before. Read More
Who Can It Be Now January 2022
Posted: 01/24/2022
This month's mystery employee is originally from America's Dairyland. Read More
KFD: After the Fire is Gone
Posted: 01/23/2022
Recent emergencies at high-rise residences emphasize Knoxville Fire Department's role in community safety beyond extinguishing fires. Read More
City Staff Join Commemoration of MLK
Posted: 01/21/2022
Numerous City of Knoxville colleagues participated in local events remembering the legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. during the community’s celebration of the Civil Rights leader. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for January 2022
Posted: 01/18/2022
Congratulations to all the City of Knoxville employees celebrating significant work anniversaries this month. Read More
Awards and Honors for November and December 2021
Posted: 12/06/2021
These City Elves deserve some special recognition! Read More
Secret Santas Deliver Cheer to Parks Program
Posted: 12/06/2021
Parks and Rec's Secret Santa Program is now in its 19th year of helping underserved children have a merrier Christmas. Read More
Being Green is Always in Season
Posted: 12/02/2021
All year round, the City of Knoxville makes strides to be green. Two departments taking the lead are Public Service and Fleet Services. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for Nov. and Dec. 2021
Posted: 11/29/2021
Congratulations to these City of Knoxville employees celebrating significant work anniversaries in November and December! Read More
$1 M Committed to Neighborhood Traffic Calming
Posted: 10/26/2021
As part of the Mayor’s recent ARPA budget proposal, she has earmarked $1 M to go toward the City’s traffic calming program. Read More
Open Enrollment for Benefits Starts November 1, 2021
Posted: 10/26/2021
Open enrollment for benefits starts November 1 and this year we have some exciting changes you will want to know about! Read More
$1 M Proposed for Behavioral and Mental Health Services
Posted: 10/26/2021
The City and County join forces with plans to purchase a building for a proposed urgent care behavioral health facility on the City’s new Public Safety Complex campus in North Knoxville. Read More
KFD Spotlight: Captain Mayme Taylor Lives Life to the Fullest
Posted: 10/26/2021
When Knoxville Fire Department Captain Mayme Taylor was recently profiled in KnoxTNToday, readers learned what her KFD colleagues already know: Taylor is a committed firefighter, talented woodworker and all-around high-spirited person. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for Oct. 2021
Posted: 10/22/2021
This month's mystery employee recently won statewide recognition for his many years of superior service to the people of Knoxville. Can you guess who it is? Read More
Employee Anniversaries for Oct. 2021
Posted: 10/22/2021
Congrats to these City employees celebrating significant work anniversaries. Read More
Need to Know for September 2021
Posted: 09/20/2021
Don’t miss your chance to be entered into a sweepstakes-style drawing for $1000! Read More
Employees, Departments Recognized at DBE Awards
Posted: 09/20/2021
City employees and departments were recognized this month by the Purchasing Department for advocating for diversity and inclusion. Read More
Who Can It Be Now September 2021
Posted: 09/17/2021
This month's Mystery Employee is a big fan of the Vols. Who can it be now? Read More
KPD Swears In New Class of Officers
Posted: 09/16/2021
Congratulations to the new Knoxville Police Department officers sworn in on Aug. 27, 2021. Read More
Significant Work Anniversaries for Sept. 2021
Posted: 09/14/2021
Congratulations to the City employees who are celebrating milestone anniversaries this month! Read More
Arlandis Ramsey Marks 15 Years with Parks and Rec
Posted: 09/13/2021
Arlandis Ramsey celebrated his 15th anniversary with the Parks and Recreation department on July 10. He has been employed through a partnership with the Sertoma Center’s Supported Employment Program, which provides integrated community employment opportunities for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and a desire to make a difference in their community. Read More
The Upward Trend of COVID-19 Cases and Hospitalizations is Truly Alarming
Posted: 08/24/2021
The upward trend of COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations is truly alarming. Read More
Internship Program Sows Seeds of Job Opportunity
Posted: 08/24/2021
Summer in the City internships provide valuable opportunities for young people to experience the workplace and learn about careers available within the City of Knoxville. Read More
KFD Promotes Four in July Ceremony
Posted: 08/23/2021
Four Knoxville firefighters received promotions in July 2021. Read More
Nobody Knows the City Like Codes
Posted: 08/23/2021
Codes Enforcement Officer Beth Goodman knows the Fort Sanders neighborhood like the back of her hand. Read More
Need to Know for August 2021
Posted: 08/19/2021
There is a lot of misinformation on social media about COVID-19 and we want to help separate fact from fiction. Read More
Awards and Honors for August 2021
Posted: 08/19/2021
Congratulations to these City employees! Read More
Who Can It Be Now for August 2021
Posted: 08/13/2021
Did you guess the identity of this month's mystery employee? Read More
Employee Anniversaries for August 2021
Posted: 08/13/2021
We congratulate every City of Knoxville employee celebrating a significant work anniversary this month, especially one who is marking a huge milestone! Read More
Receive a $100 Bonus for Proof of COVID Vaccination
Posted: 07/29/2021
Recent reports are indicating a rise in new COVID cases across the country and here at home. Read More
Awards and Honors for July 2021
Posted: 07/29/2021
Congratulations to the these award winners for July 2021. Read More
Opportunities Breakfast Delivers Results
Posted: 07/27/2021
On June 23, 2021, the City's Small Business and Diversity Outreach Office hosted its 12th annual Business Breakfast -- with a twist. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for July 2021
Posted: 07/26/2021
This month's mystery employee is very new at the City of Knoxville, but not to East Tennessee, where she was born and raised. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for July 2021
Posted: 07/23/2021
Congratulations to these City employees celebrating milestone anniversaries in July 2021! Read More
KPD Honors Lt. Steve Still with Waggoner Leadership Award
Posted: 07/23/2021
Lt. Steve Still has demonstrated leadership in every role he's served during his 25-year career with the Knoxville Police Department. Last week, he received the prestigious Mike Waggoner Leadership Award. Read More
Successful Kid A' Riffic Series Showcases Parks, Partnerships
Posted: 07/23/2021
In two months, Kid A'Riffic brought together families and the community in eight different City parks for free fun and activities. Read More
Awards and Honors Section Coming Soon to City Matters
Posted: 06/23/2021
The City of Knoxville is filled with amazing employees who are often recognized for their work in our community. Read More
Reinvented Employee Appreciation Luncheon Hits the Mark
Posted: 06/23/2021
Kudos to our Special Events, Civil Service and Human Resources departments for hosting an outstanding Employee Appreciation Luncheon on June 4, 2021. Read More
Need to Know for June 2021
Posted: 06/22/2021
Have you met the new Human Resources team? If not, they want to get to know you! Read More
Who Can It Be Now for June 2021
Posted: 06/21/2021
This month's mystery employee is a father of four. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for June 2021
Posted: 06/21/2021
These employees are celebrating significant work anniversaries. Read More
Service Spotlight on KFD's James Womble
Posted: 06/21/2021
Navy vet James Womble continues to serve his country and community as a Master Firefighter. Read More
Service Spotlight: Public Works Week
Posted: 05/25/2021
The week of May 16-22 was National Public Works Week, and the Communications team showcased just a few of our stellar employees and departments on the City Blog. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for May 2021
Posted: 05/25/2021
See who's celebrating a significant work anniversary for May and thank them for their service! Read More
Who Can It Be Now for May 2021
Posted: 05/24/2021
This month’s mystery employee has worked for the City for three years and lived in East Tennessee for 23. Read More
Flats at Pond Gap Increases Available Affordable Housing
Posted: 05/24/2021
Several members of the Housing and Neighborhood Development staff attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony for the Flats at Pond Gap apartment complex on May 11. Read More
Service Spotlight: KPD Unit Puts Tech to Work
Posted: 05/20/2021
Knoxville Police Department's Technical Services Unit is one of the most vital units to the day-to-day operations of the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
KFD Service Spotlight: David Jenkins
Posted: 04/28/2021
Knoxville Firefighter David Jenkins has served the City since December 1994. Read More
Service Spotlight: Kathy Mack Empowers Youth
Posted: 04/27/2021
Kathy Mack has a heart for serving young people. As Community Engagement Manager in the Office of Community Empowerment, she also has a vision for how Knoxville's young people can achieve success. Read More
Need to Know for April 2021
Posted: 04/23/2021
Have you gotten the COVID-19 vaccine? If so, have you notified The Center? Director, Employee Benefits & Risk Management Christine Stickler explains why you should notify The Center and she has some tips as we navigate this next phase of the pandemic. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for April 2021
Posted: 04/23/2021
This month's mystery employee is.... Read More
Employee Anniversaries for April 2021
Posted: 04/23/2021
Congratulations to City employees celebrating milestone anniversaries this month! Read More
New Amazon Jobs; Transit, Infrastructure Upgrades Being Planned
Posted: 04/14/2021
ICYMI, Amazon has signed a lease with plans to open a new delivery station in Knoxville in 2022, creating hundreds of new jobs. Read More
Need to Know for March 2021
Posted: 03/23/2021
Do you know that nearly 80% of all Americans are on social media platforms. Chances are you have a personal Facebook, Snapchat or Instagram account. For many of us, when people see us in public or online, they immediately associate who we are with the City. It’s not always fair, but it's reality. Read More
KPD’s Erland Encourages Colleagues to ‘Think Outside the Box’
Posted: 03/19/2021
If you’ve ever worked on a new project you weren’t sure would ever get off the ground, you’re not alone! Knoxville Police Department Public Information Officer Scott Erland gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the new “Ask KPD” live video series. Read More
Neighborhood Conference Connects Neighbors Virtually
Posted: 03/19/2021
Since it was established in 2013, the annual Neighborhood Conference has gathered residents from all over the city into face-to-face conversations. Read More
Public Service: Promoting Recycling, Picking Up Litter
Posted: 03/19/2021
The men and women of the Public Service Department know a thing or two about Waste and Resources Management. Read More
‘Collectively, We Must Stand Together and Say: No More!’
Posted: 03/17/2021
On Feb. 23, City Council approved Mayor Kincannon’s request for an additional $1 million to fund violence interruption programs, in response to a sharp rise in recent shooting deaths. Read More
Meet Isaac Thorne
Posted: 03/17/2021
This month's mystery employee loves the occasional filet mignon and trip to Disney World. Read More
KFD's Scott Calloway Motivates Trainees
Posted: 03/17/2021
This month's Service Spotlight is on one of the Knoxville Fire Department's rising stars. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for March 2021
Posted: 03/17/2021
Congratulations to these City of Knoxville employees celebrating significant work anniversaries! Read More
Need to Know for February 2021
Posted: 02/16/2021
Are you starting to sway from your 2021 health and fitness goals? Read More
Employee Anniversaries for February 2021
Posted: 02/16/2021
Check out who is celebrating a work anniversary for February. Thank you for your service to the City! Read More
Vicky Dalton Marks 40 Years with City
Posted: 02/16/2021
In January 2021, Vicky Dalton marked her 40th year with the City of Knoxville and her 32nd with the Knoxville Fire Department. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for February 2021
Posted: 02/16/2021
This month’s mystery employee is busy preparing for the budget season. She’s lived in East Tennessee for as long as she’s worked for the City of Knoxville, which is 12 years. Read More
KPD Training Unit Gets Recruits to Graduation Day
Posted: 02/16/2021
On Thursday, Feb. 11, the Knoxville Police Department held its latest graduation ceremony, welcoming 20 new KPD officers to the force. Read More
Neighborhoods, KPD Work Together for Public Safety
Posted: 02/16/2021
It’s always a good time to look out for your neighbor. Read More
Sevier Avenue: Streetscape Upgrades on the Way ... Get to Know the Neighbors!
Posted: 02/16/2021
The first part of a $10 million streetscape overhaul of Sevier Avenue in South Knoxville is expected to get underway this summer, when snarls of unsightly overhead utility lines begin to be relocated beneath the street and sidewalks. Read More
4th Annual Diversity Business Expo to be Held March 4, 2021
Posted: 02/16/2021
Are you the owner of a small, woman- or minority-owned business, looking for opportunities to contract with local governments and nonprofit agencies? Read More
2020 By the Numbers: Infographic Reflects Some of City's Highlights
Posted: 01/20/2021
For most Knoxville families, 2020 was a year of uncertainty. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for January 2021
Posted: 01/19/2021
And the mystery City employee is... Read More
Doing Business with DBEs
Posted: 01/19/2021
In Fiscal Year 2019/2020, the City spent nearly $4.8 million with minority-owned businesses. That’s 5.36 percent of all dollars spent and an increase of more than $2 million from last fiscal year. Read More
Need to Know for January 2021
Posted: 01/15/2021
The City’s new HR Director is on the job. Kelly Drummond started Jan. 4 as Knoxville’s first Human Resources Director in 35 years. Read More
Character Counts with KFD's Jacob Thompson
Posted: 01/14/2021
KFD Senior Firefighter Jacob Thompson wears a variety of hats in his service to the East Tennessee community. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for January 2021
Posted: 01/14/2021
Congratulations to all the City employees celebrating milestone anniversaries in January. Read More
KPD Animal Control Unit Serves Four-Legged Residents
Posted: 01/13/2021
Knoxville Police Department Animal Control Unit (ACU) officers fulfill a variety of duties--way beyond driving their distinctive vehicles around the city in pursuit of stray dogs and cats. Read More
Thanks to Those Who Worked the Christmas 2020 Snowstorm
Posted: 01/11/2021
Thank You Public Service Crews!!! Read More
Façade Grant Program Supports New Magnolia Ave Business
Posted: 12/11/2020
Likewise Coffee at 1209 E. Magnolia Avenue is the first new business to open since the completion of the City’s $7 million Magnolia Avenue Streetscapes project. Read More
City Staff Among Neighbors Creating Holiday Trails
Posted: 12/11/2020
Do you decorate your home's exterior for the holidays? Would you if thousands of residents were being told to visit your street for the best Christmas lights in the city? Read More
Need to Know for December 2020
Posted: 12/11/2020
With the pandemic, online shopping is more popular than ever. As a result, cybersecurity experts are warning that criminals are coming up with lots of new ways to scam you. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for December 2020
Posted: 12/10/2020
Congratulations to everyone celebrating a major milestone anniversary this month! Read More
Who Can It Be Now for December 2020
Posted: 12/10/2020
The identity of this month's mystery City of Knoxville colleague is .... Read More
Service Spotlight: KFD Chief Robby Copas
Posted: 12/10/2020
Chief Robby Copas has had 23 interesting years with KFD. Read More
Service Spotlight: KPD Lt. Jeff Pappas
Posted: 12/07/2020
Central Business District Lieutenant Jeff Pappas (shown far left with Sgt. Sean Hejna, center, and Officer Fred Kimber during the 2020 Veterans Day ceremony) has played an invaluable role at the Knoxville Police Department, particularly since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More
Need to Know for November 2020
Posted: 11/11/2020
The deadline is rapidly approaching to make your benefits selections for 2021. Read More
Who Can It Be Now for November 2020
Posted: 11/11/2020
And the mystery employee is.... Read More
Service Spotlight: KFD Captain Chris Foster
Posted: 11/11/2020
Captain Chris Foster is KFD's go-to logistics guy. Read More
Service Spotlight: KPD Officer Fred Kimber
Posted: 11/09/2020
KPD Officer Fred Kimber returned to the force after a year-long military deployment with the U.S. Army Reserve. Read More
Employee Anniversaries for Oct. and Nov. 2020
Posted: 11/04/2020
Congratulations to all City employees celebrating significant work anniversaries in October and November of 2020. Read More
KFD Deploys City's 4th Quint
Posted: 10/29/2020
The Fire Department now has state-of-the-art quints deployed in each section of the city. Read More
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