2020

Communications Director

Kristin Farley
[email protected]
(865) 215-2589

400 Main St., Room 691
Knoxville, TN 37902

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Below you will find 2020 news releases from the City of Knoxville.
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    City and County Mayors Unveil COVID-19 Memorial

    Posted: 12/30/2020

    Today, Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs held a brief, private ceremony unveiling a COVID-19 memorial on the front lawn of the City County Building.  Read More

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    Public Input Sought on East Knoxville Interchange Plan

    Posted: 12/29/2020

    After years of studying possible fixes to the problematic Magnolia Avenue, Asheville Highway and Rutledge Pike interchange in East Knoxville, neighborhood stakeholders, City officials and TDOT officials agree: Signalized intersections with wide sidewalks would serve Burlington families better than a multi-lane roundabout. Read More

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    Ready to Part Ways With Your Christmas Tree?

    Posted: 12/29/2020

    If you bought and decorated a live Christmas tree before Thanksgiving, chances are it’s dried out by now and dropping needles, and you’re ready to literally kick it to the curb. The City can help. Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Excited to Announce the Birth of Baby Giraffe

    Zoo Knoxville Excited to Announce the Birth of Baby Giraffe

    Posted: 12/28/2020

    Zoo Knoxville is excited to announce Frances giraffe gave birth to a healthy baby boy on Christmas Eve morning.  Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Welcomes Baby Zebra

    Zoo Knoxville Welcomes Baby Zebra

    Posted: 12/23/2020

    Zoo Knoxville had a happy surprise for the holidays-the birth of an endangered mountain zebra! Read More

  • KAT’s New Temporary Reduced Fare Structure Announced

    KAT’s New Temporary Reduced Fare Structure Announced

    Posted: 12/21/2020

    KAT has announced a return to charging fares, but with a new, temporary reduced fare structure that provides COVID recovery and relief from the economic impacts of the pandemic.  Read More

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    City Offices, Services Closed for Upcoming Holidays

    Posted: 12/21/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Thursday, Dec. 24, Friday, Dec. 25 and Friday, Jan. 1, for the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. Read More

  • New Komodo Dragon Takes Up Residency at Zoo Knoxville

    New Komodo Dragon Takes Up Residency at Zoo Knoxville

    Posted: 12/11/2020

    There’s a new Komodo dragon in town. Slim, an 8-year-old male, arrived Wednesday evening from the Bronx Zoo in New York City.  Read More

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    Guide Offers Info on Holiday Reuse, Recycling

    Posted: 12/10/2020

    No surprise: Americans throw away more trash during the holiday season than any other time of the year. But did you know that the glut of Christmas garbage totals a whopping 25 million extra tons each year? Read More

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    Holidays on Ice Skating Begins Friday at Civic Coliseum - UPDATE

    Posted: 12/08/2020

    Knoxville's Holidays on Ice skating will be relocated from Market Square to the Knoxville Civic Coliseum starting Friday, Dec. 11, and continuing through Jan. 3, 2021.  Read More

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    Jackson Avenue Ramps to Reopen Dec. 31, 2020

    Posted: 12/07/2020

    It will take three weeks longer than anticipated, but the almost $7 million new Jackson Avenue Ramps are set to fully open to motorists and pedestrians by Dec. 31, 2020. Read More

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    Co-Responder Pilot Program Yielding Early Success

    Posted: 12/07/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department and McNabb Center are pleased to announce that the co-responder pilot program is underway and already beginning to yield success in assisting individuals facing mental illness or substance use struggles.  Read More

  • Knox Co. Public Library Celebrates the Premiere of Parton’s “The Library That Dolly Built”

    Knox Co. Public Library Celebrates the Premiere of Parton’s “The Library That Dolly Built”

    Posted: 12/03/2020

    Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library of Knox County and The Dollywood Foundation are presenting a free one-night-only live streaming world premiere event for “The Library That Dolly Built”, a behind-the-scenes look at Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.  Read More

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    Decorations, Lights Brighten Neighborhood Holiday Trails

    Posted: 12/02/2020

    More than a dozen neighborhoods have decorated their homes and yards for the Neighborhood Holiday Trails, a citywide, pandemic-friendly celebration debuting this week. Read More

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    Kincannon Appoints Drummond as HR Director

    Posted: 12/01/2020

    Kelly D. Drummond has been named the City of Knoxville’s Human Resources Director. Read More

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    Relocated NW Knoxville Recycling Center to Open on Wednesday

    Posted: 12/01/2020

    The City of Knoxville’s Office of Waste and Resources Management announced today that a new recycling drop-off center will open on Wednesday, Dec. 2, at 5412 Pleasant Ridge Road in Northwest Knoxville. Read More

  • KAT Honors Rosa Parks with an Open Seat on Every Bus

    KAT Honors Rosa Parks with an Open Seat on Every Bus

    Posted: 11/30/2020

    On Tuesday, December 1, 2020, KAT will pay tribute to Rosa Parks by keeping one seat open on every bus.  Read More

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    City Plans for Effective Response to Winter Storms

    Posted: 11/30/2020

    When winter weather arrives, rest assured: The City’s Public Service Department is trained, prepared and fully equipped to respond. Read More

  • TDOT Halts Lane Closures During Thanksgiving Holiday

    TDOT Halts Lane Closures During Thanksgiving Holiday

    Posted: 11/23/2020

    Thanksgiving travelers will not be delayed by construction on Tennessee roads during this holiday. Read More

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    Parks & Rec Cyber Sale Offers Discounts on Classes, Activities

    Posted: 11/23/2020

    During this season of gratitude and giving, you can show your appreciation for loved ones with gifts of activities from the City’s Parks and Recreation Department.  Read More

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    City Offices Close, Services Change for Thanksgiving Holiday

    Posted: 11/23/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 26 and Friday, Nov. 27, for the Thanksgiving holiday.  Read More

  • Knoxville Has a New Holiday Light Spectacular

    Knoxville Has a New Holiday Light Spectacular

    Posted: 11/20/2020

    Zoo Knoxville is excited to announce the opening of Zoo Lights presented by Chick-fil-A Knoxville, an all-new light extravaganza featuring colorful animal lanterns, tree lights, and festive food and drinks.  Read More

  • Legacy Parks Foundation Opens Sharp's Ridge Playspace

    Legacy Parks Foundation Opens Sharp's Ridge Playspace

    Posted: 11/19/2020

    Legacy Parks Foundation cut the ribbon to open the Sharp’s Ridge playspace and adaptive trails today, creating the first all-access trail in our region designed specifically to accommodate users with disabilities.  Read More

  • KUB Commits to 20 Percent Solar by 2023 Using TVA’s Green Invest Program

    KUB Commits to 20 Percent Solar by 2023 Using TVA’s Green Invest Program

    Posted: 11/19/2020

    Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) announced today that by the end of 2023, solar-generated electricity will supply 20 percent of KUB’s load. Read More

  • Scam Activity Targeting KUB Customers

    Scam Activity Targeting KUB Customers

    Posted: 11/18/2020

    In the recent days KUB has experienced an increase in customers reporting scam attempts. Read More

  • Nominations for the 2021 Orchids Awards Are Now Being Accepted

    Nominations for the 2021 Orchids Awards Are Now Being Accepted

    Posted: 11/17/2020

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful is now accepting nominations from the public for its beautification awards, the Orchids. Since 1979, Keep Knoxville Beautiful has presented Orchid Awards to Knoxville and Knox County buildings and outdoor spaces that beautify and elevate the local landscape. Read More

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    PARC Meeting Canceled, To Be Rescheduled

    Posted: 11/16/2020

    The 3rd Quarter meeting of the Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) scheduled for Wednesday, Nov. 18, 6 p.m. at the Public Works Service Center has been canceled. It will be rescheduled for a time and date in December as a virtual meeting that will allow for physical distancing and public participation. Read More

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    Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) meets Nov. 18

    Posted: 11/10/2020

    The Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) will hold its 3rd Quarterly Meeting at 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, at the Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave.  Read More

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    City to Celebrate Arbor Day on Nov. 16

    Posted: 11/09/2020

    The City of Knoxville will celebrate Arbor Day on Monday, Nov. 16, by planting a red maple tree in Skyline Park, 1050 Beaman Lake Road.  Read More

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    Drive-In at the Midway Holiday Movies Screen Nov. 20, Dec. 4

    Posted: 11/09/2020

    The City of Knoxville and the Knox County Public Library present Drive-In at the Midway Holiday Edition with free movie screenings at Chilhowee Park.  Read More

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    Wanted: Decorated Neighborhoods for New Holiday Trail

    Posted: 11/06/2020

    If your neighborhood is renowned for its holiday season decorations, consider this a challenge to up your game.  Read More

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    Temporary Closure of W. Blount Ave. Scheduled

    Posted: 11/06/2020

    Restoration of the historic Kern’s Bakery property in South Knoxville is prompting a six-week closure of a part of West Blount Avenue, just off Chapman Highway, near a railroad overpass. Read More

  • News item

    Finance Dept. Recognized for 34th Straight Year

    Posted: 11/02/2020

    For the 34th consecutive year, the City of Knoxville’s Finance Department has been recognized for the transparency and clear communication of its annual financial reporting. Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Tiger Tests Positive for SARS-CoV-2

    Zoo Knoxville Tiger Tests Positive for SARS-CoV-2

    Posted: 10/30/2020

    One of Zoo Knoxville’s Malayan tigers has tested positive for SARS-CoV-2, the same virus that causes COVID-19 in humans.  Read More

  • News item

    Assistance Available for Residents Seeking Coverage on Healthcare.gov

    Posted: 10/28/2020

    Area residents without health insurance can receive personal assistance to learn about their options under the Affordable Care Act’s Health Insurance Marketplace during the open enrollment period, which begins Nov. 1 and ends Dec. 15.  Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host Virtual Summit

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host Virtual Summit

    Posted: 10/27/2020

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful’s annual summit will be going virtual this year.  Read More

  • News item

    Leaf Pickup Season to Begin Nov. 2, 2020

    Posted: 10/27/2020

    On Monday, Nov. 2, 2020, City of Knoxville Public Service Department crews will transition from collecting curbside brush to primarily collecting piles of leaves – lots of leaves. Over four months last year, City crews collected about 6,300 tons of leaves. Read More

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    Funds Available to Pay Utility Bills of Residents Affected by COVID-19

    Posted: 10/26/2020

    Knox County households that have lost income due to COVID-19 are encouraged to apply for funds available to pay residential utility bills—including those on a payment plan—before the deadline of Tuesday, Nov. 10.  Read More

  • KAT Announces Temporary Service Reductions Starting Nov. 9, 2020

    KAT Announces Temporary Service Reductions Starting Nov. 9, 2020

    Posted: 10/22/2020

    Effective Monday, November 9, 2020, Knoxville Area Transit will be reducing weekday service on some routes as a result of a workforce shortage.  Read More

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    Lane Closure on Short Section of Sevier Avenue

    Posted: 10/21/2020

    Beginning Monday, Oct. 26, motorists on Sevier Avenue should anticipate one-lane closures near Davenport Road and short delays in their commute as contractor crews install a communications duct bank across the roadway. Read More

  • Bea Giraffe Leaving Zoo Knoxville

    Bea Giraffe Leaving Zoo Knoxville to Join a New Herd

    Posted: 10/20/2020

    15-month-old Bea the giraffe is about to embark on the next phase of her life; she will be departing Zoo Knoxville soon to join a new herd where she will play an important role in the future of giraffe conservation. Read More

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    KFD Deploys City's 4th Quint

    Posted: 10/19/2020

    Earlier this month, the Knoxville Fire Department deployed its newest quint, its fourth citywide – so named because this piece of firefighting equipment boasts five features and can handle the work load of multiple vehicles. Read More

  • Volunteers Needed for 31st Ijams River Rescue Nov. 21, 2020

    Volunteers Needed for 31st Ijams River Rescue Nov. 21, 2020

    Posted: 10/13/2020

    Volunteer registration is now open for the 31st Ijams River Rescue, presented by Home Federal Bank and TVA, on Saturday, Nov.21, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read More

  • KAT Routes to Early Voting Locations are Fare-Free

    KAT Routes to Early Voting Locations are Fare-Free

    Posted: 10/12/2020

    Due to the pandemic, KAT is continuing to operate fare-free to limit close contact on buses and keep passengers and operators safe.  Read More

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    City Puts a Safer Spin on Christmas in the City Activities

    Posted: 10/09/2020

    The City of Knoxville’s annual Christmas in the City celebrations have been adapted to safely accommodate participants and reduce the risks of spreading COVID-19 during the holiday season. “Even though celebrations won’t be the same as our normally planned events, our office is so excited about Christmas in the City this year,” said Judith Foltz, Director of the Office of Special Events. Read More

  • News item

    BlueCross Healthy Place at Morningside Park Will Enhance Community Life Near Downtown Knoxville

    Posted: 10/06/2020

    The BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation is bringing a BlueCross Healthy Place to Morningside Park in Knoxville. Read More

  • KUB, TVA, Green Switch Match Program Offers Renewable Energy At Low Cost

    KUB, TVA, Green Switch Match Program Offers Renewable Energy At Low Cost

    Posted: 10/06/2020

    KUB customers can now sign up to participate in TVA’s Green Switch Match pilot program to support renewable energy production.  Read More

  • Boo! At The Zoo Begins Oct. 9, 2020

    Boo! At The Zoo Begins Oct. 9, 2020

    Posted: 10/05/2020

    BOO! at the Zoo, Knoxville’s favorite Halloween event, will feature 12 nights of safe and not-too-scary fun scheduled over three weekends. Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint October 10, 2020

    Posted: 10/05/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, October 10, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

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    New Pandemic Homelessness Services Strategies Announced

    Posted: 10/02/2020

    The City of Knoxville and community service providers are increasing outreach and promoting shelter opportunities for people experiencing homelessness amid the COVID-19 pandemic.  Read More

  • News item

    Keith Avenue Bridge Named in Honor of Community Leader

    Posted: 10/02/2020

    A new Keith Avenue bridge has been named in honor of the man who started a nearby business that's been in operation for nearly six decades. Read More

  • News item

    Drive-In at the Midway Announces Movie Lineup

    Posted: 10/01/2020

    The vote is in! The public has chosen the lineup for this year’s Drive-In at the Midway. With more than 1,500 votes cast, the No. 1 choice of moviegoers is "Hocus Pocus" (PG, 1993), which will be the final movie screened on Oct. 30.  Read More

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    KPD Debuts New Recruiting-Specific Website

    Posted: 10/01/2020

    On October 1, 2020, the Knoxville Police Department officially debuted its new recruiting-specific website, www.joinknoxpd.com, as part of the comprehensive marketing and branding campaign to enhance the department’s recruitment efforts. Read More

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    Fort Kid Update: Downtown Alliance Contributes Up to $250,000

    Posted: 09/30/2020

    As part of the reconstruction of Fort Kid, an accessible entryway path with interactive features is being funded through a contribution of up to $250,000 from the Downtown Knoxville Alliance – bringing City and partner funding for renovating the Fort Sanders play area to a total of as much as $750,000. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for October 9-10, 2020

    Posted: 09/29/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for October 9-10, 2020. Read More

  • News item

    Sheffield Drive Sidewalk Connection to be Dedicated

    Posted: 09/28/2020

    At 3:30 p.m. Wednesday, Mayor Indya Kincannon, 2nd District City Councilman Andrew Roberto and other Council members, and West Hills and Wesley Neighbors residents will gather at 7017 Sheffield Drive to dedicate a Sheffield Drive sidewalk connection. Read More

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    City Seeks Applications for Neighborhood Advisory Council

    Posted: 09/25/2020

    The Office of Neighborhoods seeks applications from staunch supporters of neighborhoods for Mayor Indya Kincannon to consider for appointment to the Neighborhood Advisory Council (NAC). Seats open in December for three-year terms lasting from January 2021 to December 2023.  Read More

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    Rejuvenated Cal Johnson Rec Center Dedicated

    Posted: 09/23/2020

    Today, Mayor Indya Kincannon, City Council members and community advocates officially cut a ribbon and dedicated the rejuvenated Cal Johnson Recreation Center, 507 Hall of Fame Drive. Read More

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    Drive-in at the Midway Announced; Vote on Movies

    Posted: 09/23/2020

    City of Knoxville and the Knox County Public Library are pleased to present Drive-In at the Midway this Fall. Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host Fall Trash Run

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host Fall Trash Run

    Posted: 09/17/2020

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful will be hosting its fall Trash Run on Thursday, October 1, 2020, from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. The event will kick off at Albright Grove Brewing, 2924 Sutherland Avenue.  Read More

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    Affordable Housing Partners Break Ground at Burlington Commons

    Posted: 09/17/2020

    Today, Mayor Indya Kincannon and 6th District City Councilwoman Gwen McKenzie joined Jake Varner and David Varner of Southeast Capital Group to ceremonially break ground on an affordable housing complex that will create 50 new apartments in East Knoxville.  Read More

  • News item

    Businesses Recognized at 5th Annual DBE Awards

    Posted: 09/17/2020

    At the fifth annual Diversity Business Enterprise (DBE) Awards ceremony held Wednesday morning, Mayor Indya Kincannon and City of Knoxville Purchasing Department staff members honored small, women- and minority-owned businesses who have helped the City meet its core goals.  Read More

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    6 Neighborhood Traffic-Calming Projects Completed by City This Year

    Posted: 09/17/2020

    In recent weeks, the City put the finishing touches on its sixth traffic-calming project for 2019-20 as part of the City’s Neighborhood Traffic Safety Program. Read More

  • News item

    Gay Street Bridge Closure Planned for Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020

    Posted: 09/15/2020

    Beginning at 7 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, Knoxville Utilities Board crews will be performing maintenance on Neyland Drive power lines. The work will require the overnight closure of the Gay Street Bridge and the two right westbound lanes of Neyland Drive. Read More

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    Groundbreaking Sets Stage for New Housing in East Knoxville

    Posted: 09/14/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon and housing development partners will gather at 11 a.m. Thursday, Sept. 17, for a ceremonial groundbreaking at the future site of Burlington Commons, at 4530 Holston Drive. Read More

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    Diversity Business Enterprise Awards to be Given Wednesday

    Posted: 09/14/2020

    At a ceremony being held Wednesday, Sept. 16, 8:30 a.m., Mayor Kincannon will recognize small, women-owned and minority-owned businesses (called Diversity Business Enterprises, or DBEs) that contracted with the City of Knoxville in the past year. Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful Volunteers to Clean First Creek Sept. 12, 2020

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful Volunteers to Clean First Creek Sept. 19, 2020

    Posted: 09/11/2020

    On Saturday, September 19, 2020 Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host its September Saturday Spruce Up cleanup event at Broadway Shopping Center 2001 N Broadway.  Read More

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    Pandemic Prompts Game Day Changes at City Facilities

    Posted: 09/11/2020

    Following the lead of health officials and the University of Tennessee, the City of Knoxville and Knoxville Area Transit have adopted several COVID-19 public-health protocols that will change how many University of Tennessee fans take part in home football games this fall. Read More

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    Lt. Sammy Shaffer Receives Tennessee Office of Homeland Security Recognition

    Posted: 09/10/2020

    Knoxville Police Department Lieutenant Sammy Shaffer was announced as a recipient of the Tennessee Office of Homeland Security First Responder Recognition Award. Read More

  • News item

    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint September 12, 2020

    Posted: 09/10/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, September 12, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

  • News item

    New Landfill Contract to Save Taxpayers $5.2 Million

    Posted: 09/09/2020

    Knoxville City Council yesterday (Sept. 8, 2020) unanimously authorized Mayor Indya Kincannon to execute a 10-year landfill contract for disposal of solid waste that will save taxpayers an estimated $523,557 a year – or $5.2 million over a decade. Read More

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    9/11 Memorial Service to be Held Downtown

    Posted: 09/08/2020

    City of Knoxville and Knox County officials will gather this Friday to honor the victims of September 11, 2001. Read More

  • His Majesty Has Arrived at Zoo Knoxville

    His Majesty Has Arrived at Zoo Knoxville

    Posted: 09/07/2020

    At Zoo Knoxville, we’re proud of our pride—of lions, that is. Read More

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    Application Open for Agencies Seeking Federal Housing Funds

    Posted: 09/04/2020

    The City of Knoxville released its Application Packet today for agencies seeking to provide assistance for housing needs during the COVID-19 pandemic. This application is for federal funds to provide services to individuals and families who are currently experiencing homelessness, receiving homeless assistance or having trouble paying housing-related expenses. Read More

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    City Offices Closed, Pools Open for Labor Day Holiday

    Posted: 09/03/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 7, 2020, for the Labor Day holiday, but the City’s two outdoor pools will be open.  Read More

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    Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) Meets Sept. 10

    Posted: 09/02/2020

    The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will hold its 2nd Quarter meeting on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m. via the Zoom online platform.  Read More

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    City's $7.4 M Street Repaving Project Wrapping Up for 2020

    Posted: 09/02/2020

    The City’s $7.4 million 2020 Resurfacing Project is almost wrapped up for the year, repaving 37.5 miles of streets as well as about 50 speed humps for Neighborhood Traffic Safety traffic-calming projects in six neighborhoods. Read More

  • KCHD Recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day

    KCHD Recognizes International Overdose Awareness Day

    Posted: 08/31/2020

    Each year, thousands of people die from drug overdose. Last year, in Knox County alone, 293 lives were tragically cut short due to an overdose. In an effort to raise awareness of overdoses and reduce the stigma associated with drug-related deaths, the Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is recognizing International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for September 11-12, 2020

    Posted: 08/31/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for September 11-12, 2020. Read More

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    City Seeks Input on Pandemic Funding for Homelessness Services, Prevention

    Posted: 08/26/2020

    Since receiving notification of a $2.2 million federal grant to serve local residents who are currently or at risk for experiencing homelessness due to COVID-19, the City has asked community groups for input on prioritizing the funds for services that will make the most impact. Today, the City released a draft list of priorities that qualify for Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funding from the federal CARES Act. Read More

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    Downtown Growing: $180 Million in New Investment

    Posted: 08/26/2020

    Despite the pandemic, work cranes dot the downtown Knoxville landscape, lifting and toting. More than $180 million is being privately invested in condominiums, apartments, restaurants, offices and hotel renovations. Read More

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    Opening Celebration at Baker Creek Bike Park Set for Aug. 27, 2020

    Posted: 08/25/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon will join members of City Council, Urban Wilderness Coordinator Rebekah Jane Montgomery, Appalachian Mountain Bike Club Executive Director Matthew Kellogg, City staff and project partners at the newly opened Baker Creek Bike Park for a celebration on Thursday, Aug. 27, 10 a.m. at 3700 Lancaster Drive. Read More

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    Rhea Carmon Named Knoxville's New Poet Laureate

    Posted: 08/19/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has named Rhea Carmon as Knoxville’s new Poet Laureate. Carmon, who performs under the name RheaSunshine, succeeds Dr. Marilyn Kallet, who was named the City’s second poet laureate in June 2018 by Mayor Madeline Rogero, and continued to serve during the first six months of Mayor Kincannon’s term. Read More

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    Drug Overdose Support Group Meetings to Resume This Friday

    Posted: 08/12/2020

    The monthly Drug Overdose Support Group meetings for parents, children, siblings or other family members who have lost a loved one due to the drug overdose epidemic will resume this Friday, August 14 with safeguards in place.  Read More

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    City Outdoor Pools to Stay Open More Days

    Posted: 08/12/2020

    Families will have more opportunities to enjoy swimming at the City’s two outdoor pools this summer. Read More

  • Library to launch monthly online trivia game featuring Woman Suffrage as its first topic

    Library to launch monthly online trivia game featuring Woman Suffrage as its first topic

    Posted: 08/10/2020

    On the 100th anniversary of Tennessee's historic role in ratifying the 19th Amendment granting women the right to vote, Knox County Public Library and the East Tennessee Historical Society are co-hosting the first ever "Know it Knox Online Trivia Game."  Read More

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    CAC Provides Grab & Go Summer Meals for Children

    Posted: 08/10/2020

    Beginning Wednesday, Aug. 12, CAC Nutrition Services, in partnership with City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation, Knox County Schools - Nutrition and other community organizations, will provide curbside pickup service for breakfast and lunch at distribution locations throughout the community for children 18 and under. Read More

  • Increase in Scam Activity Targeting KUB Customers

    Increase in Scam Activity Targeting KUB Customers

    Posted: 08/05/2020

    KUB has experienced a recent increase in customers reporting scam attempts.  Read More

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    City Launches #KnoxvilleSmiles Campaign

    Posted: 08/05/2020

    The City of Knoxville officially launches a new social media campaign focused on wearing a mask and supporting others during the pandemic.  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Appoints Thorne as Transit Director

    Posted: 08/04/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has appointed Isaac Thorne to be the Knoxville’s new Director of Transit. Thorne is currently the Chief Executive Officer for Connect Transit in Normal, Illinois. Read More

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    Providers Sought to Help Administer COVID-19 Housing Funds

    Posted: 08/04/2020

    City of Knoxville staff will hold an interest meeting on Monday, Aug. 10, 3 p.m. for local groups interested in applying for federal grant funds to provide services to Knoxville residents experiencing homelessness or at risk of experiencing homelessness due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This meeting is specifically for smaller organizations that have had difficulty being able to access these types of funds in the past.  Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for August 14-15, 2020

    Posted: 08/03/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for August 14-15, 2020. Read More

  • Library Now Offers New Curbside Delivery Service

    Library Now Offers New Curbside Delivery Service

    Posted: 07/31/2020

    Knox County Public Library is pleased to now offer curbside delivery at all locations. "Library-to-Go" makes it possible for patrons to pick up materials without leaving their vehicle.  Read More

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    May Officers of the Month Announced

    Posted: 07/31/2020

    Four Knoxville Police Department officers have been selected by the Commendations and Awards Committee to receive the May Officer of the Month Award, it was announced on Friday. Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint August 8, 2020

    Posted: 07/31/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, August 8, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

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    Five Receive April Officer of the Month Award, One Named Civilian Employee of the Month

    Posted: 07/30/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department Commendations and Awards Committee has selected five to receive the April Officer of the Month Award and one to receive the April Civilian Employee of the Month Award, it was announced on Thursday. Read More

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    Six Knoxville Police Department Officers Receive March Commendations

    Posted: 07/29/2020

    Six Knoxville Police Department officers have been selected to receive March commendations by the Department’s Commendations and Awards Committee, it was announced today. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon’s Statement on Board of Health Meeting

    Posted: 07/29/2020

    Mayor Kincannon made a statement on the July 29 Board of Health meeting. Read More

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    Statement from Chief Eve Thomas on Approval of Contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc.

    Posted: 07/28/2020

    On Tuesday night, Knoxville Police Department Chief of Police Eve Thomas released the following statement regarding City Council’s approval of the contract with Axon Enterprise, Inc. Read More

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    KPD Announces February Commendation Recipients

    Posted: 07/28/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department is pleased to announce its February 2020 commendation recipients. Read More

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    KPD Announces Six Officers and One Civilian as January Commendation Recipients

    Posted: 07/27/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department is pleased to announce its January 2020 commendations.  Read More

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    Mayor Thanks Volunteers for Service on Boards, Commissions

    Posted: 07/27/2020

    So far this year, Mayor Indya Kincannon has appointed 54 community leaders and people with specialized expertise to serve on boards, commissions and committees. Read More

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    Anne Crais Named 2020 Good Neighbor of the Year

    Posted: 07/24/2020

    The winner of the 2020 Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award is Anne Crais, a retired elementary school librarian, is an active member of the West Hills and the Wesley Friends community associations.  Read More

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    Council to Vote July 28 on KPD Body-worn Camera Contract

    Posted: 07/22/2020

    A proposed contract with the Scottsdale, Ariz.-based Axon Enterprise Inc. to produce 350 new body-worn cameras and an accompanying 350 upgraded police cruiser cameras will come before City Council for its approval at Council’s Tuesday, July 28 meeting. Read More

  • Upepo the African Lion Arrives at Zoo Knoxville Via Air Mail

    Upepo the African Lion Arrives at Zoo Knoxville Via Air Mail

    Posted: 07/17/2020

    Zoo Knoxville got a special delivery via air mail yesterday. Upepo, a five-year-old male African lion, arrived safely to his new home in Tennessee on Thursday evening. Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville to Offer New Summer Hours to Help You Beat the Heat

    Zoo Knoxville to Offer New Summer Hours to Help You Beat the Heat

    Posted: 07/17/2020

    Beginning Monday, July 20, 2020, Zoo Knoxville is rolling out new summer hours to give guests the option to visit in the evening when the temperatures are cooler and the animals more active. Read More

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    Rise in COVID-19 Cases Prompts Rescheduling of Fort Kid Meeting

    Posted: 07/15/2020

    This week’s in-person public meeting on the rebuild of Fort Kid has been canceled due to the increase in COVID-19 cases in Knox County. Instead, the City will be rescheduling the meeting to August, which encompasses recreating the planned live public presentation into a virtual format. Read More

  • KAT Customer Service offers Voter and Census Information to the Public

    KAT Customer Service offers Voter and Census Information to the Public

    Posted: 07/15/2020

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, KAT’s Customer Service Team at Knoxville Station Transit Center is expanding services to the public to include information about upcoming elections as well as Census 2020 information. Read More

  • Election Commission Introduces New Voting System

    Election Commission Introduces New Voting System

    Posted: 07/13/2020

    Early voting starts Friday, July 17, and voters will utilize the Knox County Election Commission’s new “paper ballot” system. Read More

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    City Offers New Outdoor Dining Permit

    Posted: 07/13/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon announced the "Temporary Use of Outdoor Seating for Restaurant Dining" permit today as a way to support local restaurants during the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

  • Knox County Public Library to Reopen Entire System on July 17, 2020

    Knox County Public Library to Reopen Entire System on July 17, 2020

    Posted: 07/09/2020

    On July 17, 2020 all locations of the Knox County Public Library will open on their regular schedules.  Read More

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    Fort Kid Public Meeting Set for July 16, 2020

    Posted: 07/07/2020

    The next milestone in rebuilding a safer and more accessible Fort Kid will come on Thursday, July 16, when the City, PBA and Hedstrom Landscape Architects will unveil schematic drawings for a proposed new Fort Kid. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for July 17-18, 2020

    Posted: 07/06/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for July 17-18, 2020. Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint July 11, 2020

    Posted: 07/03/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, July 11, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

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    City of Knoxville Reponds to "Black Lives Matter" Street Art Proposal

    Posted: 07/02/2020

    When the City recently learned of a proposal to paint “Black Lives Matter” in front of a school this weekend, every attempt was made to help the organizers realize the project in a safe, community-supported manner. Read More

  • Face Coverings Required on KAT Buses, Effective July 6, 2020

    Face Coverings Required on KAT Buses, Effective July 6, 2020

    Posted: 07/02/2020

    In adherence to Mayor Kincannon’s Emergency Executive Order No. 19, face coverings will be required for all individuals while on board Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) buses, as well as at Knoxville Station Transit Center, effective Monday, July 6, 2020.  Read More

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    July 6th Vehicles Auction Canceled

    Posted: 07/01/2020

    The public auction of impounded vehicles scheduled for July 6, 2020 has been canceled. Read More

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    City Offices Closed July 3 for July 4th Holiday

    Posted: 07/01/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, July 3, 2020, for the July 4th holiday. Be advised of several holiday-related changes. Read More

  • Zoo Requires Masks for Entry in Indoor Areas

    Zoo Requires Masks for Entry in Indoor Areas

    Posted: 06/30/2020

    Zoo Knoxville has updated their COVID Policy to require masks for entry to the zoo for use in all indoor areas.  Read More

  • KUB Extends Service Disconnection Suspension Until Further Notice

    KUB Extends Service Disconnection Suspension Until Further Notice

    Posted: 06/30/2020

    KUB had previously announced it would resume utility service disconnections for non-payment in early August.  Read More

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    Neighborhoods Host Physically Distanced July 4th Festivities

    Posted: 06/30/2020

    Several Knoxville neighborhoods are participating in the inaugural Neighborhood Trails of Red, White and Blue, a physically distanced, socially engaging event to be held in lieu of the City’s annual Festival of the Fourth. Read More

  • Election Commission Demonstrates New Voting System

    Election Commission Demonstrates New Voting System

    Posted: 06/30/2020

    The Knox County Election Commission is hosting two open houses/informational sessions on its new, Verity paper-based voting system next week.  Read More

  • TDOT Will Suspend All Construction-Related Lane Closures for Holiday

    TDOT Will Suspend All Construction-Related Lane Closures for Holiday

    Posted: 06/29/2020

    Road construction won’t slow motorists across Tennessee over the July 4th holiday. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at 6:00 a.m. on Friday, July 3rd through 6:00 a.m. on Monday, July 6th to provide maximum roadway capacity for holiday travelers. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Mandates Masks Inside City-Owned Buildings

    Posted: 06/29/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has signed an executive order mandating masks be worn inside all City-owned buildings.  Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Announces Death of Ann African Lion

    Zoo Knoxville Announces Death of Ann African Lion

    Posted: 06/27/2020

    Zoo Knoxville Zoo Knoxville is saddened to announce the death of Ann African lion. Read More

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    City Provides Update on Malware Investigation

    Posted: 06/26/2020

    Over the past two weeks, the City of Knoxville has worked diligently to recover information technology systems impacted by the malware event. Fortunately, the City's Information Systems Department (IS) responded quickly to identify and contain the risk and to secure technical specialists experienced in cyber recovery services.  Read More

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    Kincannon Appoints LaKenya Middlebrook to head Police Advisory & Review Committee

    Posted: 06/24/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has appointed LaKenya R. Middlebrook, a respected community leader and an attorney, to serve as Executive Director of the City’s Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC). Read More

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    City Receives Additional $2.2 Million in Federal COVID-19 Aid

    Posted: 06/23/2020

    The City of Knoxville Housing and Neighborhood Development (formerly Community Development) Department has received $2.2 million in supplemental Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG-CV) funding for COVID-19 assistance. The money will be used to prevent and respond to individuals and families with housing needs amid the pandemic. Read More

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    City Investing $5.5 M in I-275 Business Park

    Posted: 06/23/2020

    An underused commercial corridor is about to get a major overhaul that, when completed, will encourage new business investment and create jobs. Read More

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    City Seeks Poet Laureate Nominations

    Posted: 06/22/2020

    Knoxville is seeking nominations for its third Poet Laureate.  Read More

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    PARC Holds Quarterly Meeting June 25 in Main Assembly Room

    Posted: 06/22/2020

    The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will hold its 1st Quarter meeting on Thursday, June 25, at 6 p.m. in the Main Assembly Room of the City County Building. Read More

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    City Revises KPD's Use of Force and Code of Conduct Policies

    Posted: 06/19/2020

    Today, Mayor Indya Kincannon announced updates to the Knoxville Police Department’s Use of Force Policy to make it consistent with the 8 Can’t Wait campaign. The campaign outlines eight specific use-of-force policies to reduce police violence. Read More

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    Land Transfer Marks Milestone for Urban Wilderness

    Posted: 06/19/2020

    City Council’s June 16 authorization for Mayor Indya Kincannon to accept two quit-claim deeds from the Tennessee Department of Transportation and finalize the transfer of ownership of 119 acres along James White Parkway to the City marks a milestone that will benefit City residents for generations to come. Read More

  • Animal Artists in ReZOOdence Share Their Talents

    Animal Artists in ReZOOdence Share Their Talents

    Posted: 06/18/2020

    The keepers at Zoo Knoxville work to enrich the lives of the animals in their care every day by adding interesting and complex activities to the animals daily routine.  Read More

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    Draft Community Development Plans Discussed at June 25 Workshop

    Posted: 06/18/2020

    The City of Knoxville Housing and Neighborhood Development Department (formerly Community Development) will present its draft Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2020-2024 and draft One-Year Action Plan for Program Year 2020-2021 during an online City Council workshop on Thursday, June 25, at 5:30 p.m.  Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Celebrates Father's Day with Free Admission for Dads

    Zoo Knoxville Celebrates Father's Day with Free Admission for Dads

    Posted: 06/17/2020

    Zoo Knoxville will be celebrating Father’s Day with their annual tradition of free admission for all dads on Sunday, June 21, 2020.  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Appoints Susan Gennoe as City's Chief Financial Officer

    Posted: 06/12/2020

    Susan A. Gennoe, a Certified Public Accountant with nearly two decades of service in Alcoa and Blount County public financial management, has been named as the City of Knoxville’s Chief Financial Officer by Mayor Indya Kincannon. Read More

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    Routine State Inspection on June 16, 2020 to Close Gay Street Bridge

    Posted: 06/10/2020

    State of Tennessee bridge inspectors will be conducting routine planned inspections of four Knoxville bridges on Monday and Tuesday, June 15-16. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for June 12-13, 2020

    Posted: 06/09/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for June 12-13, 2020. Read More

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    New Program Pays Housing Costs for Residents Affected by COVID-19

    Posted: 06/08/2020

    The City of Knoxville’s new COVID-19 Housing Assistance Program will assist renters and homeowners struggling to pay for housing due to income lost because of the pandemic.  Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint June 13, 2020

    Posted: 06/07/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, June 13, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

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    KPD Statement on Use of Force Policy

    Posted: 06/05/2020

    KPD Statement on Use of Force policy, “8 Can’t Wait” campaign Read More

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    Governor's Award Honors City's Streetlight LED Retrofit

    Posted: 06/04/2020

    The City of Knoxville’s retrofit of 28,500 streetlights – saving money and cutting greenhouse gas emissions – has been recognized with a 2020 Governor’s Environmental Stewardship Award. Read More

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    Message from Community Empowerment Director Charles F. Lomax Jr.

    Posted: 06/03/2020

    Please take a moment to listen to this impactful message from City of Knoxville Community Empowerment Director Charles F. Lomax, Jr.  Read More

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    Pools Open Saturday, Summer Camps Start June 15, 2020

    Posted: 06/03/2020

    Knoxville’s two outdoor pools – Ed Cothren Pool, 1737 Reynolds St., and Inskip Pool, 4204 Bruhin Road – will open for the summer this Saturday, June 6. Read More

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    Bike Share Program on Hiatus

    Posted: 06/02/2020

    Zagster’s dockless bike share offering, Pace, is ending its bike rental operations here and nationally, but the City of Knoxville will be exploring the possibility of connecting with new vendors. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for June 5-6, 2020

    Posted: 06/01/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for June 5-6, 2020. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Talks about George Floyd's Death, Protests, Commitment to Peace & Justice

    Posted: 05/31/2020

    Below is the transcript from Mayor Indya Kincannon's video release on May 31, 2020. In the video, Mayor Kincannon talks about George Floyd’s death, protests in Knoxville and her commitment as Mayor to work for peace and justice. Read More

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    Knoxville Leaders Condemn Actions of Minneapolis Police Officers

    Posted: 05/29/2020

    Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon and Police Chief Eve Thomas issued a joint statement today (May 29, 2020), condemning the actions of the Minneapolis police officers involved in the death of George Floyd. Read More

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    Mineral Springs Avenue Bridge Replacement Project Begins June 1, 2020

    Posted: 05/28/2020

    A more than 100-year-old bridge spanning First Creek in North Knoxville will soon be replaced. On Monday, June 1, Jones Brothers Construction crews will begin a year-long project to replace the Mineral Springs Avenue bridge. Read More

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    City Unveils Alternative Fourth of July 2020 Celebration Plans

    Posted: 05/28/2020

    The City of Knoxville’s Office of Special Events, in collaboration with the Office of Neighborhoods, is launching a new community-wide Fourth of July celebration amid the COVID-19 pandemic.  Read More

  • Ijams Nature Center Opens Quarry Swimming Area, Paddling Rentals

    Ijams Nature Center Opens Quarry Swimming Area, Paddling Rentals

    Posted: 05/27/2020

    Ijams Nature Center has opened the swimming area at Mead's Quarry in phase two of the City/County reopening plan, which went into effect May 26.  Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Saddened by Death of Beloved Camel 'Abba'

    Zoo Knoxville Saddened by Death of Beloved Camel 'Abba'

    Posted: 05/26/2020

    Zoo Knoxville is mourning the loss of Abba camel, a beloved zoo ambassador who touched hundreds of thousands of guests during his time at Zoo Knoxville.  Read More

  • Knox County Public Library to open eight locations on May 29, 2020

    Knox County Public Library to open eight locations on May 29, 2020

    Posted: 05/22/2020

    Knox County Public Library will open eight of its 19 locations beginning on Friday, May 29 as part of the Phase Two Reopening Plan put forth by the Knox County Health Department.  Read More

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    KCHD Releases Guidance for Phase Two of Reopening Plan

    Posted: 05/22/2020

    Knox County and the City of Knoxville will begin Phase Two of the community’s reopening plan on Tuesday, the Knox County Health Department announced today.  Read More

  • KAT Awarded Grant from TDEC Transit Program

    KAT Awarded Grant from TDEC Transit Program

    Posted: 05/20/2020

    The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) today announced that KAT will receive grant funding. Read More

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    Mayor Makes Statement on Phase 2 of Reopening Plan Starting May 26, 2020

    Posted: 05/20/2020

    Mayor Kincannon made the following statement in response to the Knox County Health Department's announcement that Phase 2 of the Reopening Plan will begin Tuesday, May 26 Read More

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    City Offices Closed May 25 for Memorial Day Holiday

    Posted: 05/19/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, May 25, 2020, for the Memorial Day holiday.  Read More

  • TDOT to Suspend All Lane Closure Activity for the Holiday Weekend

    TDOT to Suspend All Lane Closure Activity for the Holiday Weekend

    Posted: 05/18/2020

    Motorists won’t be delayed by road construction as they travel Tennessee’s highways this Memorial Day weekend. Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful and Trees Knoxville to Host Tree Giveaway

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful and Trees Knoxville to Host Tree Giveaway

    Posted: 05/18/2020

    On Saturday, May 23, 2020 Keep Knoxville Beautiful and Trees Knoxville will host a drive-thru tree giveaway event.  Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Reopens May 18, 2020 with COVID-19 Phase 1 Protocols for Safety

    Zoo Knoxville Reopens May 18, 2020 with COVID-19 Phase 1 Protocols for Safety

    Posted: 05/15/2020

    Zoo Knoxville is reopening to the public on Monday, May 18, 2020, with carefully planned protocols to ensure the safety of their guests, staff and animals. Read More

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    Magnolia Avenue Streetscapes Project Complete

    Posted: 05/14/2020

    Crews have officially completed the $7 million Magnolia Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project. All that’s left to be done are a few finishing details, like installing KAT bus stop shelters and Knoxville History Project art wraps on utility boxes. Read More

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    Mayor, Chief Opt Out of Access to State COVID-19 Database

    Posted: 05/12/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon and Police Chief Eve Thomas announced today that the Knoxville Police Department will opt out of a state program that allows law-enforcement officers across Tennessee to access a database of persons who have tested positive for COVID-19. Read More

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    Coker, Banks Receive 2019 KPD Community Service Award

    Posted: 05/11/2020

    Captain Susan Coker and Officer Lori Banks have been recognized as the Knoxville Police Department’s 2019 Community Service Award recipients, it was announced on Monday, May 11. Read More

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    Maintenance Team Named 2019 Civilian Employees of the Year

    Posted: 05/11/2020

    The three-man maintenance team of Jody Dykes, Benjamin Peterson and Caleb Sheville have been selected as the Knoxville Police Department’s 2019 Civilian Employees of the Year recipients, the Department announced on Monday, May 11. Read More

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    Arim Ismail Named 2019 KPD Explorer of the Year

    Posted: 05/11/2020

    Arim Ismail has been selected as the Knoxville Police Department’s 2019 Explorer of the Year, it was announced by the Department on Monday, May 11. Ismail was presented the award for her unselfish dedication, dependability and significant accumulation of volunteer hours.  Read More

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    Tipton, Grantham named 2019 KPD Officers of the Year

    Posted: 05/11/2020

    Special Crimes Unit Investigator Patty Tipton and West District Patrol Officer Ethan Grantham have been selected as the Knoxville Police Department’s 2019 Officers of the Year, it was announced on Monday, May 11.  Read More

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    KPD Investigator Phyllis Tonkin Given 2019 Leadership Award

    Posted: 05/11/2020

    Special Crimes Unit Investigator Phyllis Tonkin has been tabbed as the Knoxville Police Department’s 2019 Mike Waggoner Leadership Award recipient, the Department announced on Monday, May 11.  Read More

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    Mayor's Climate Council holds first meeting May 12

    Posted: 05/11/2020

    Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon will convene the Mayor’s Climate Council for its inaugural meeting on Tuesday, May 12, at 1 p.m. The council’s role is to identify and prioritize strategies to meet the City’s adopted goal to reduce community greenhouse gases 80 percent by 2050. Read More

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    Work to Start on Main Street Trolley Stop

    Posted: 05/08/2020

    A Knoxville Area Transit trolley weighs about 39,600 pounds. With two or three trolleys at a time repeatedly pulling into or out of the Main Street super stop, for up to 15 hours a day, the combined weight over the years has taken its toll on the street asphalt. Read More

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    City Court In-Person Appearances Resume May 11, 2020

    Posted: 05/08/2020

    Knoxville City Court - closed earlier this spring, along with state courts, as a safety precaution to slow the spread of COVID-19 - will be back in session next week. Read More

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    Four Projects Receive Funding from Historic Preservation Grant

    Posted: 05/05/2020

    At its April 21 meeting, City Council voted to approve $642,752 in Historic Preservation Grant awards to support property improvements for four projects. The historic Tennessee and Bijou theaters and two multi-family residential buildings – Lintz Lofts and Shanklin Flats – were selected for funding. Read More

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    Mayor Appoints Harold Cannon as Director of Engineering

    Posted: 05/05/2020

    W. Harold Cannon Jr., president and co-founder of Cannon & Cannon Inc., has been appointed by Mayor Indya Kincannon as the City’s Director of Engineering. Read More

  • East TN History Center Seeks Stories About Life During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    East TN History Center Seeks Stories About Life During the COVID-19 Pandemic

    Posted: 05/04/2020

    For the sake of posterity, historians at the East Tennessee History Center want to capture stories about life during the COVID-19 Pandemic.  Read More

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    28 Police Recruits, 5 Cadets Begin KPD Training Academy

    Posted: 05/04/2020

    Twenty-eight new police recruits and five new cadets officially began the Knoxville Police Department Training Academy on Monday morning. Read More

  • Ijams Nature Center Plans Limited Reopening of Facilities May 9

    Ijams Nature Center Plans Limited Reopening of Facilities May 9, 2020

    Posted: 05/01/2020

    Ijams Nature Center will begin a slow, measured reopening of its facilities on Saturday, May 9, in keeping with Phase 1 of the City of Knoxville/Knox County reopening plan. Read More

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    Anticipate Upgrades on Sevier Avenue, Davenport Road

    Posted: 05/01/2020

    Beginning Monday, May 4, 2020, motorists in the Old Sevier Neighborhood should anticipate the start of a series of temporary lane closures and short detours. Read More

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    City Announces Cancellation of Festival on the 4th 2020

    Posted: 04/30/2020

    The City of Knoxville regrets to announce the cancellation of this year’s Festival on the 4th celebration due to ongoing concerns related to the COVID-19 pandemic. The annual event draws thousands to the World’s Fair Park grounds every year to enjoy family-fun activities, the sounds of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra and to revel in the fireworks put on by Pyro Shows of LaFollette, Tenn. Read More

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    Applications Open for Parks and Recreation Challenge Grants

    Posted: 04/29/2020

    The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for its 2020 Challenge Grant Program, which offers grants up to $2,500 to nonprofit projects associated with public parks or recreation facilities located within city limits. Read More

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    Meetings to Discuss Re-establishing City's Human Resources Department

    Posted: 04/28/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon will be meeting via Zoom with groups of City employees to discuss her proposal to enhance human resources services while simultaneously strengthening the Civil Service merit system. Read More

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    City and County Leaders Outline a Local Business Reopening Plan

    Posted: 04/27/2020

    Knox County and the City of Knoxville will begin a gradual, phased-in reopening of businesses Friday, May 1, 2020. Read More

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    Mayors Address Plans to Reopen, Announce April 27, 2020 Press Event

    Posted: 04/24/2020

    Knox County will continue operating under Governor Bill Lee’s Safer at Home Order through April 30. The joint City/County Task Force—convened by the Knox County Health Department—has advised Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs and City of Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon that it is still working on a local plan to ensure some area businesses can successfully open on Friday, May 1. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Delivers Her First State of the City Address

    Posted: 04/24/2020

    Today, April 24, 2020, Mayor Indya Kincannon proposed her first budget for the City of Knoxville.  Read More

  • KCHD to offer free COVID-19 testing opportunity at Knoxville Civic Coliseum

    KCHD to offer free COVID-19 testing opportunity at Knoxville Civic Coliseum

    Posted: 04/22/2020

    The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is offering a free COVID-19 testing opportunity this Saturday, April 25, at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum parking facility. Read More

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    City Releases Revised Plans for State of the City Address

    Posted: 04/21/2020

    The City of Knoxville announced that the City’s budget will still be released, as scheduled, on Friday April 24, 2020, but in a different format due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

  • Watch Where You Toss Used Wipes and Gloves

    Watch Where You Toss Used Wipes and Gloves

    Posted: 04/21/2020

    Failing to properly dispose of personal protective equipment (PPE) will hurt the environment and could spread COVID-19. Read More

  • TDOT Reminds Motorists to Move Over and Slow Down in Work Zones

    TDOT Reminds Motorists to Move Over and Slow Down in Work Zones

    Posted: 04/20/2020

    The Tennessee Department of Transportation is joining states across the nation to ask motorists to Work with Us – move over and slow down for highway workers.  Read More

  • KCHD to Offer Free COVID-19 Testing to Community

    KCHD to Offer Free COVID-19 Testing to Community

    Posted: 04/17/2020

    The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) will offer free COVID-19 testing to the public, including those who do not have symptoms.  Read More

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    Tennessee Mayors Form Economic Restart Task Force

    Posted: 04/16/2020

    Memphis Mayor Jim Strickland, Nashville Mayor John Cooper, Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon, and Chattanooga Mayor Andy Berke today announced the formation of the Tennessee Major Metros Economic Restart Task Force to plan and coordinate the restoration of business activity currently suspended due to COVID-19.  Read More

  • KAT Announces Temporary Service Reductions

    KAT Announces Temporary Service Reductions

    Posted: 04/15/2020

    Effective Monday, April 20, 2020, Knoxville Area Transit will be reducing weekday service on some routes as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Extends Safer at Home Order

    Posted: 04/13/2020

    On Monday, April 13, 2020, Mayor Indya Kincannon signed an extension of the City of Knoxville’s Safer at Home Order, which keeps non-essential businesses closed, urges residents to stay home when possible and encourages everyone to avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people. Read More

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    City's Fleet Services Department Named in 100 Best Fleets

    Posted: 04/08/2020

    Not only is our Fleet Services Department a critical part of keeping our City running right now, it has been named one of the 100 Best Fleets in the Americas!  Read More

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    City Offices Closed April 10 for Good Friday Holiday

    Posted: 04/07/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, April 10, 2020, for the Good Friday holiday.  Read More

  • Knox County Health Department Announces COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Event

    Knox County Health Department Announces COVID-19 Drive-Thru Testing Event

    Posted: 04/02/2020

    The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is partnering with Kroger Health and the City of Knoxville to facilitate a COVID-19 drive-thru testing opportunity for qualifying individuals in Knox County.  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Responds to Gov. Lee's Executive Order

    Posted: 04/02/2020

    Mayor Kincannon's Statement on Governor Bill Lee’s Stay at Home order. Read More

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    City, Partners Establish Shelter for Homeless Showing COVID-19 Symptoms

    Posted: 04/01/2020

    The City of Knoxville is working with community partners to establish a shelter space for homeless persons who have been tested for COVID-19. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Issues Safer at Home Order

    Posted: 03/31/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has issued a Safer at Home order that will go into effect Wednesday, April 1, 2020. This order directly echoes the order issued last week by the Knox County Health Department. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon's Statement on Gov. Lee's Executive Orders

    Posted: 03/30/2020

    Today, City of Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon made this statement on Governor Lee’s Executive Orders:  Read More

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    Mayor Provides Emergency Funds for Zoo Knoxville

    Posted: 03/30/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon announced today that she will be recommending $700,000 in emergency funding for Zoo Knoxville to help the zoo weather a budgetary shortfall. Read More

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    City Requests Personal Protective Equipment Donations

    Posted: 03/30/2020

    Families, businesses and community organizations that have professional-grade Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in storage that is not needed in the short term are asked to donate it to front-line first responders to combat the spread of COVID-19, Mayor Indya Kincannon announced today. Read More

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    Solid Waste Drop-off Facility to Close on Saturdays

    Posted: 03/30/2020

    Starting Wednesday, April 1, additional COVID-19 public-safety precautions will go into effect at the City’s Solid Waste Management Facility, 1033 Elm St. Read More

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    Police Officers, Firefighters Equipped With Respirators, More PPE Supplies Coming to Combat COVID-19 Spread

    Posted: 03/27/2020

    The City Police and Fire Departments have distributed Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to their front-line first responders that is being used to fight the spread of COVID-19, Mayor Indya Kincannon said Friday.  Read More

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    KPD Officers Disciplined Following IAU Investigation

    Posted: 03/26/2020

    Extensive and thorough investigations begun last summer by the Knoxville Police Department’s Internal Affairs Unit (IAU) into allegations of misconduct have concluded. Three supervisors have resigned or retired, and three other supervisors and one officer have been disciplined. Read More

  • Limit KAT Bus Use to Essential Trips

    Limit KAT Bus Use to Essential Trips

    Posted: 03/25/2020

    Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is urging the public to refrain from using transit except in the case of essential needs such as work, grocery and drug stores. Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Issues Appeal for Donations to Support Animal Care

    Zoo Knoxville Issues Appeal for Donations to Support Animal Care

    Posted: 03/24/2020

    Zoo Knoxville is asking the community to help support the ongoing care of zoo animals while they are closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Read More

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    Waste Connections To Halt Pickup of Excess Trash, Bulky Waste

    Posted: 03/24/2020

    Beginning Wednesday, March 25, the City of Knoxville’s residential trash contractor, Waste Connections, will be limiting trash and recyclable pickup service to “content of carts” only. Excess material outside of carts and bulky waste items, such as discarded televisions or furniture, will not be collected by Waste Connections. Read More

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    Milling, Paving of Magnolia Avenue

    Posted: 03/24/2020

    Starting this week, contractor crews will begin milling a section of Magnolia Avenue between Jessamine and North Bertrand streets. Read More

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    City Launches COVID-19 Chatbot

    Posted: 03/23/2020

    As residents need easy-to-find authoritative facts on the COVID-19 pandemic and what’s happening locally, the City of Knoxville has launched a chatbot and also expanded its online information. Read More

  • Knox County Health Department Issues 'Safer at Home' Order

    Knox County Health Department Issues 'Safer at Home' Order

    Posted: 03/23/2020

    Today the Knox County Public Health Officer Dr. Martha Buchanan issued an order closing non-essential businesses and encouraging residents throughout Knox County to stay home when possible and avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people for non-essential purposes. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Issues Executive Order Closing Restaurants, Bars, Gyms

    Posted: 03/20/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon issued an executive order Friday, March 20, 2020 to close restaurants, bars, gyms and commercial event venues amid growing concerns over COVID-19. The order will allow restaurants and bars to offer delivery and take-out service. Read More

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    Mayor Indya Kincannon declares State of Emergency in City of Knoxville

    Posted: 03/16/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has declared a State of Emergency for the City of Knoxville. The Mayor says she is enacting a provision in the City’s charter to give the City the flexibility to take further legal and budgetary action in the midst of the COVID-19 Pandemic. Read More

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    Concert Postponed, Cat Show Cancelled

    Posted: 03/13/2020

    In the interest of public safety due to concerns regarding COVID-19, the City has asked the promoter to postpone the SADA Baby concert at the Jacob Building at Chilhowee Park on Saturday, March 14, 2020. Ticket holders will be notified by the promoter when the concert is rescheduled. Read More

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    City Responds to First Case of COVID-19 in Knox County

    Posted: 03/12/2020

    The Tennessee Department of Health has confirmed Knox County’s first presumptive positive case of COVID-19.  Read More

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    Change Center Cancels Spring Break Activities

    Posted: 03/12/2020

    In the interest of public health and safety and out of the abundance of caution for our guests and families, the Change Center is cancelling all spring break activities, including the Skate Party scheduled for Sunday, March 15.  Read More

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    2020 Neighborhood Conference CANCELED

    Posted: 03/12/2020

    Amid growing concerns about COVID-19 the City of Knoxville will be canceling the upcoming Neighborhood Conference scheduled for March 28, 2020 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Read More

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    Online Survey and Images Released as Community Ideas Are Sought for Renovation of Fort Kid

    Posted: 03/10/2020

    In preparation for the Fort Kid public meeting on Thursday, March 12, 2020, the City of Knoxville has released several photos, a site analysis and an online survey as part of its renovation plan for the park. Read More

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    St. Patrick's Weekend Celebrations to Close Downtown Roads, On-Street Parking

    Posted: 03/10/2020

    In advance of St. Patrick’s Day, several Irish-themed events will be held on Market Square and downtown streets March 13, 14 and 15, effecting on-street parking and traffic patterns.  Read More

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    311 Center for Service Innovation hosts 311 Day reception on March 11

    Posted: 03/10/2020

    The 311 Center for Service Innovation, which turns 15 in May, will host a reception March 11 to celebrate the service that assists Knoxville residents in requesting City services and information about those services.  Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville and Turtle Survival Alliance Awarded $50,000 Grant to Return Rescued Tortoises to the Wild in Madagascar

    Zoo Knoxville and Turtle Survival Alliance Awarded $50,000 Grant to Return Rescued Tortoises to the Wild in Madagascar

    Posted: 03/09/2020

    Zoo Knoxville and the Turtle Survival Alliance (TSA), have been awarded a $50,000 grant to support the return of 1,000 critically endangered Radiated Tortoises to the wild after they were rescued from an illegal wildlife trafficking operation in Madagascar.  Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint March 14, 2020 - CANCELED

    Posted: 03/06/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, March 14, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

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    Change Center hosts 5th Annual Spring Break Skate Party - CANCELED

    Posted: 03/05/2020

    The Spring Break Skate Party will be held again this year, continuing the tradition of providing young people a safe, fun opportunity to kick off Knox County Schools’ Spring Break holiday. Read More

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    Downtown Roads Temporarily Close for Saturday's Mardi Growl Parade & Party

    Posted: 03/04/2020

    The 13th annual Mardi Growl Pet Parade and Festival, a benefit for Young-Williams Animal Center, will be held in downtown on Saturday, March 7, 11 a.m. - 3 p.m.  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon's Statement on Proposed Permitless Gun Carry Legislation

    Posted: 03/04/2020

    Read Mayor Kincannon's statement on proposed permitless gun carry legislation  Read More

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    Officer Dan Roark Named December 2019 Officer of the Month

    Posted: 03/04/2020

    Knoxville Police officers were honored as December 2019 Officers of the Month, during a ceremony held March 2, 2020, at KPD headquarters.  Read More

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    KPD Officers Coffey, Johnson and Rice Named December 2019 Officers of the Month

    Posted: 03/04/2020

    Knoxville Police officers Caleb Coffey, Gordon Johnson and Martin Rice were honored as December 2019 Officers of the Month, during a ceremony held March 2, 2020, at KPD headquarters.  Read More

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    KPD Sgt. Rachel Britt Named December Officer of the Month

    Posted: 03/04/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department presented five officers with December Officer of the Month awards during a news conference held at KPD headquarters on Monday, March 2. The five officers awarded were Rachel Britt, Caleb Coffey, Gordon Johnson, Martin Rice and Dan Roark.  Read More

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    Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Mar. 9, 2020

    Posted: 03/02/2020

    The sale will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on Mar. 9, 2020. Read More

  • Zoo Knoxville Prepares to Debut Giant Anteater March 2, 2020

    Zoo Knoxville Prepares to Debut Giant Anteater March 2, 2020

    Posted: 02/27/2020

    Tiana, the first giant anteater in Zoo Knoxville’s history, will make her public debut on Monday, March 2, 2020. Annual passholders and Circle of Friends members will get a special VIP opportunity to see her before she goes on public view this weekend. Read More

  • Winners of the 38th Annual Orchid Awards Announced

    Winners of the 38th Annual Orchid Awards Announced

    Posted: 02/26/2020

    On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Keep Knoxville Beautiful hosted the annual Orchids Beautification Awards at The Press Room, 730 N. Broadway, Knoxville TN.  Read More

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    Mayor's Human Resources Working Group Meets March 5, 2020

    Posted: 02/26/2020

    Mayor Kincannon will meet with the Mayor’s HR Working Group as this committee of City employees and a member of the City’s Civil Service Merit Board (CSMB) continues looking at ways to enhance human resources services while simultaneously strengthening the Civil Service merit system. Read More

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    City Parks and Recreation Job Fair

    Posted: 02/25/2020

    The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department will hold its second annual Job Fair on Sunday, March 8, 2-5 p.m. at the John T. O'Connor Center, 611 Winona Street. .  Read More

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    City Residential Brush Pickup Begins March 2, 2020

    Posted: 02/24/2020

    Residential brush collection in City of Knoxville neighborhoods begins the first week of March and will continue through the last week of October. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for March 6-7, 2020

    Posted: 02/24/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for March 6-7, 2020. Read More

  • Volunteers Needed for 31st Ijams River Rescue Mar. 28, 2020

    Volunteers Needed for 31st Ijams River Rescue Mar. 28, 2020

    Posted: 02/19/2020

    Volunteer registration is open for the 31st Ijams River Rescue, presented by Home Federal Bank, on Saturday, March 28, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read More

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    Hollywood Road Closure Extended By Two Weeks

    Posted: 02/19/2020

    Project managers estimate that Hollywood Road will remain closed through March 13 – two weeks longer than originally anticipated. Read More

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    Public Meeting Scheduled as the City Moves Forward with Plans to Rebuild Fort Kid

    Posted: 02/19/2020

    The City of Knoxville is moving forward with improvement plans for Fort Kid. The City is committed to stabilizing the site, improving accessibility and making it a place for even more families to enjoy for generations to come. Read More

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    Finance Dept. Continues 31-Year Streak of National Budget Presentation Awards

    Posted: 02/18/2020

    The City of Knoxville has again been recognized by its North American peers for leadership in effective budget presentation. The Government Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada (GFOA) has awarded the City’s Finance Department a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 31st year in a row. Read More

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    Registration Open Now for Diversity Business Expo

    Posted: 02/18/2020

    The City of Knoxville and fellow members of the East Tennessee Purchasing Association will host the second annual Diversity Business Expo on Thursday, March 5, 2020 from 8 a.m. to Noon at Overcoming Believers Church (211 Harriet Tubman St.).  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon, Senior Staff, City Council Meet for Mid-Year Budget Review

    Posted: 02/14/2020

    Today, Feb. 14, 2020, Mayor Indya Kincannon and City Council representatives participated in the mid-year budget retreat, kicking off the public process of preparing the City’s budget for the 2020-21 fiscal year. Read More

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    Register Now for 2020 Neighborhood Conference

    Posted: 02/11/2020

    The City of Knoxville Office of Neighborhoods will host the 2020 Neighborhood Conference on Saturday, March 28, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Knoxville Convention Center. Registration is open now at KnoxvilleTN.gov/conference. Registrants without internet access may call 865-215-3232 to register by phone. Read More

  • Knoxville Utilities Board and City of Knoxville Hold Ribbon Cutting

    Knoxville Utilities Board and City of Knoxville Hold Ribbon Cutting

    Posted: 02/06/2020

    The community has a new section of greenway today thanks to a partnership between KUB and City of Knoxville.  Read More

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    Competition Supports Neighborhood Conference

    Posted: 02/06/2020

    The City of Knoxville Office of Neighborhoods invites neighborhood supporters and fans of craft beer to engage in a friendly competition that supports the 2020 Neighborhood Conference.  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon to Speak at Upcoming 2020 Census Meetings

    Posted: 02/04/2020

    This evening and Wednesday morning, Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon will be speaking at two meetings with different stakeholders – both aimed at assuring a complete and accurate 2020 Census count. Read More

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    City of Knoxville Budget Retreat Set for Feb 14, 2020

    Posted: 02/03/2020

    On Friday, Feb. 14, 2020, Mayor Indya Kincannon and her staff will present updates to City Council, including a mid-year budget review and status reports on major City initiatives. Read More

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    Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Feb. 10, 2020

    Posted: 02/03/2020

    Vehicles impounded by the City of Knoxville Police Department or Codes Enforcement will be sold at public auction on Feb. 10, 2020. Read More

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    City Grant Applications Now Available for Funding to Support Homeless, Housing & Neighborhood Needs

    Posted: 01/31/2020

    Starting Monday, Feb. 3, 2020, the City of Knoxville Housing and Neighborhood Development Department (formerly Community Development) will begin accepting applications from nonprofit agencies that seek funding for programs that support the City’s housing objectives.  Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint February 8, 2020

    Posted: 01/31/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, February 8, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host 38th Annual Orchid Awards

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host 38th Annual Orchid Awards

    Posted: 01/30/2020

    On Tuesday, February 25, 2020, Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host the annual Orchids Beautification Awards at The Press Room, 730 N. Broadway from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The deadline for purchasing tickets is Friday, February 21st.  Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Supports Body-Worn Cameras for KPD Patrol Officers

    Posted: 01/28/2020

    Mayor Indya Kincannon told City Council tonight (Tuesday, Jan. 28, 2020) that she is committed to providing body-worn cameras to all patrol officers in Knoxville. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for February 7-8, 2020

    Posted: 01/27/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for February 7-8, 2020. Read More

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    Sidewalk Projects Help City Meet Goals

    Posted: 01/24/2020

    At its first meeting of the new year, City Council voted to approve $1.6 million to fund a new sidewalk project in East Knoxville and to remove and replace 35,000 square feet of sidewalk at 32 sites across the city. Read More

  • Ijams Nature Center Seeks Volunteers for Weed Wrangle Knoxville 2020

    Ijams Nature Center Seeks Volunteers for Weed Wrangle Knoxville 2020

    Posted: 01/23/2020

    One of the biggest “pull” parties of the year needs YOU to help restore East Tennessee’s native landscapes.  Read More

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    Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) Meeting Set Jan. 30, 2020

    Posted: 01/22/2020

    The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will hold its 4th Quarter meeting on Thursday, Jan. 30, 2020 at 6 p.m. at the Haslam-Sansom Ministry Complex in Lonsdale.  Read More

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    City Accepting Applications for Community Agency Grants

    Posted: 01/22/2020

    The City of Knoxville is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations interested in receiving Community Agency Grant (CAG) funding for Fiscal Year 2020-21, which begins July 1, 2020.  Read More

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    MLK Avenue to Close Temporarily for Monday Parade

    Posted: 01/17/2020

    One of the highlights of Knoxville’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration is the King Day memorial parade and tribute service.  Read More

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    Campaign to Boost Police Recruitment

    Posted: 01/15/2020

    The City of Knoxville is advancing a commitment to invest in a diverse police force that is fully staffed to better protect, serve and support neighborhoods. Read More

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    Public Meeting on the City's Five-Year Consolidated Plan for 2020-2024

    Posted: 01/10/2020

    Knoxville residents are invited to learn how they and their neighbors prioritize the community’s needs for affordable housing, homelessness services, blight remediation, economic development and other issues that fall under the City’s Housing and Neighborhood Development Department.  Read More

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    City Offices Closed to Commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day

    Posted: 01/10/2020

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 20, 2020 to commemorate Martin Luther King Jr. Day.  Read More

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    Nominations Sought for Award-Worthy Neighbors

    Posted: 01/09/2020

    The City of Knoxville Office of Neighborhoods is now accepting nominations for its annual Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award, which Mayor Indya Kincannon will present at the Neighborhood Conference on Saturday, March 28. The deadline for submissions is 5 p.m. Friday, Jan. 17, 2020. Read More

  • Lend a Helping Hand Through Project Help

    Lend a Helping Hand Through Project Help

    Posted: 01/08/2020

    The 2020 Project Help campaign kicks off Wednesday, January 8 and runs through February 5.  Read More

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    MLK Commemorative Celebration Jan. 15-20, 2020

    Posted: 01/07/2020

    Since 1982, the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission has organized a special celebration each year for the Knoxville area to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.  Read More

  • KAT Implements 2020 Service and Route Changes

    KAT Implements 2020 Service and Route Changes

    Posted: 01/06/2020

    In an effort to provide quality and efficient public transit services, KAT has implemented service modifications on Jan. 6, 2020: Read More

  • Legacy Parks Foundation Confirms First Natural Shores Easement to Protect French Broad River Shorelines

    Legacy Parks Foundation Confirms First Natural Shores Easement to Protect French Broad River Shorelines

    Posted: 01/06/2020

    Legacy Parks Foundation has announced its first Natural Shores Easement on Old French Road along the French Broad River. Read More

  • KCDC Earns Additional Vouchers for Affordable Housing for People with Disabilities

    KCDC Earns Additional Vouchers for Affordable Housing for People with Disabilities

    Posted: 01/06/2020

    Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has been awarded 38 additional Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s (HUD) Mainstream Housing Choice Voucher Program to help local residents ages 18-61 with disabilities secure affordable housing.  Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful Announces  2020 Orchid Awards Nominees

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful Announces 2020 Orchid Awards Nominees

    Posted: 01/06/2020

    On February 25th, 2020 Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host its annual Orchid Awards dinner, honoring Knoxville’s most beautiful properties, public spaces, and public art.  Read More

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    Child Safety Seat Checkpoint January 11, 2020

    Posted: 01/03/2020

    The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, January 11, 2020 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More

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    KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for January 10-11, 2020

    Posted: 01/03/2020

    Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). The next session is set for January 10-11, 2020. Read More

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    Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Jan. 6, 2020

    Posted: 01/02/2020

    Vehicles impounded by the City of Knoxville Police Department or Codes Enforcement will be sold at public auction in compliance with the Tenn. Code Ann. 55-16-106. The sale will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on Jan. 6, 2020.  Read More

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    KPD Raises over $14,000 for Charity Throughout Beard and Lapel Fundraiser

    Posted: 01/02/2020

    The final tally is in and Knoxville Police Department officers donated $14,215 to be divided among four different charitable organizations during its three-month beard and lapel fundraiser.  Read More