2022

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 2022 news releases from the City of Knoxville.
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    Ring in the New Year at the Sunsphere

    Posted: 12/28/2022

    The City of Knoxville will host its second annual New Year’s Eve at the Sunsphere, presented by Lowe’s, on Saturday, Dec. 31, at the World’s Fair Park Festival Lawn. Read More

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    City Prepped for Winter Weather

    Posted: 12/20/2022

    Brace yourself: Temperatures are plummeting to bone-chilling cold. A good chance for precipitation is forecast. Could Knoxville possibly see another white Christmas, like in 2020? Read More

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    City Offices Closed for Christmas, New Year's Holidays

    Posted: 12/20/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, Dec. 23 and Monday, Dec. 26, 2022, and Monday, Jan. 2, 2023, for the Christmas and New Year’s Day holidays. Read More

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    Grant Funding Available for Youth-Violence Prevention Efforts

    Posted: 12/19/2022

    The City’s Office of Community Safety announces micro-grant programs to support the efforts of local nonprofit and community groups that are working to prevent, interrupt and reduce youth violence in Knoxville. Read More

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    Weekend Holiday Events Temporarily Close Downtown Roads

    Posted: 12/08/2022

    A few downtown roads will be temporarily closed this weekend to accommodate special holiday events on City streets, including Winter Farmers' Market and Tour de Lights. Read More

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    Urban Forest Master Plan Launch Party Set for Dec. 14, 2022

    Posted: 12/07/2022

    The City of Knoxville and the non-profit Trees Knoxville are inviting residents, business owners, developers, community groups and other stakeholders to help develop a Knoxville Urban Forest Master Plan, a long-term roadmap for increasing tree cover in all parts of the city. Read More

  • KAT Invites Passengers to Knoxville Station for a Kids Holiday Party

    KAT Invites Passengers to Knoxville Station for a Kids Holiday Party

    Posted: 12/05/2022

    KAT is partnering with Muse Knoxville to host a FREE Kids Holiday Party to bring cheer to our passengers and their families.  Read More

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    49th WIVK Christmas Parade Marches Up Gay Street Dec. 2, 2022

    Posted: 12/01/2022

    The 49th WIVK Christmas Parade will be held Friday, Dec. 2, 2022, in downtown Knoxville. The parade steps off at 7 p.m.  Read More

  • KAT Saves a Seat for Rosa Parks on Civil Rights Anniversary

    KAT Commemorates Civil Rights Anniversary

    Posted: 11/30/2022

    On Thursday, December 1, 2022, KAT will pay tribute to Rosa Parks by keeping one seat open on every bus.  Read More

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    Thank a Good Neighbor with a NOYA Nomination

    Posted: 11/29/2022

    Good neighbors are a gift any time of year. How about giving your most deserving neighbor the gift of a nomination for the City’s Good Neighbor of the Year Award? Nominations for the Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award (NOYA for short) are being accepted through Friday, Dec. 2, by the Office of Neighborhood Empowerment, which annually recognizes an individual who goes above and beyond to help their neighbors. Read More

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    Finance Department Recognized Again

    Posted: 11/29/2022

    The City of Knoxville has again been recognized by its North American peers for leading by example and effectively and openly presenting its budget. The Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) has presented the City’s Finance Department with its 35th Distinguished Budget Presentation Award. Read More

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    Tour de Lights Bicycle Ride Set for Dec. 10, 2022

    Posted: 11/29/2022

    The community is invited to participate in this fun, free, family-friendly holiday bike ride on Saturday, Dec. 10, 2022, beginning at 5:30 p.m. at Suttree Landing Park Read More

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    Knoxville Community Band Performs Free Holiday Concert Dec. 4, 2022

    Posted: 11/28/2022

    The Knoxville Community Band will perform its annual Christmas concert on Sunday, Dec. 4, 2022, at 3 p.m. at the historic Bijou Theatre. Admission is free.  Read More

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    Join Post-Thanksgiving Celebrations Downtown

    Posted: 11/22/2022

    If you need motivation to move off the couch on the day after Thanksgiving, we’ve got you covered on Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, with two downtown traditions: Holidays on Ice and Regal Celebration of Lights.  Read More

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    City Offices Closed for Thanksgiving Holiday

    Posted: 11/21/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Thursday, Nov. 24, and Friday, Nov. 25, 2022, for the Thanksgiving holiday.  Read More

  • TDOT Halts Lane Closures During Holiday Travel

    TDOT Halts Lane Closures During Holiday Travel

    Posted: 11/21/2022

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

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    New Urban Wilderness Amenities Coming Soon

    Posted: 11/17/2022

    Years of planning and community discussions about new amenities on or near the South Waterfront will come to fruition in 2023. Read More

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    Christmas in the City Starts Friday at Chilhowee Park

    Posted: 11/14/2022

    Knoxville’s beloved series of festive events known as Christmas in the City begins Friday, Nov. 18, with Comcast Christmas at Chilhowee at Chilhowee Park.  Read More

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    Next Safety and Awareness Meeting Focuses on North Neighborhoods

    Posted: 11/08/2022

    North Knoxville residents are invited to a Neighborhood Safety and Awareness meeting focused on crime data and prevention on Thursday, Nov. 17, 6-8 p.m. at Church of the Good Shepherd.  Read More

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    Route, Road Closures Adjusted for Veterans Day Parade

    Posted: 11/07/2022

    Knoxville’s 97th Veterans Day Parade will march down Gay Street on Friday, Nov. 11, with some minor changes to the route and new road closures, including Hill Avenue and the Gay Street Bridge. Read More

  • Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is Fare-Free on Election Day

    Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is Fare-Free on Election Day

    Posted: 11/07/2022

    In an effort to make voting in Knoxville as easy as possible, KAT is again offering fare-free rides all day on Election Day, Tuesday, November 8, 2022.  Read More

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    Baker Center, City Launch Fellows Program

    Posted: 10/28/2022

    Students with the University of Tennessee, Knoxville’s Howard H. Baker Jr. Center for Public Policy now have the opportunity to become fellows and work directly in a variety of departments or agencies with the City of Knoxville. Read More

  • News item

    Lomax Leaving City to Become Knoxville Area Urban League CEO

    Posted: 10/27/2022

    After nearly three years serving as the City of Knoxville’s Community Empowerment Director, Charles F. Lomax Jr. is stepping down to become the President and CEO of the Knoxville Area Urban League. Read More

  • KCDC, CAC Officially Open Head Start facility at Western Heights

    KCDC, CAC Officially Open Head Start facility at Western Heights

    Posted: 10/19/2022

    Representatives of Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) and Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) along with business and community leaders, residents and local stakeholders, on Oct. 18, 2022, officially opened the doors of the Western Heights Head Start facility, which will provide comprehensive preschool programs for neighborhood children. Read More

  • Ijams Celebrates Re-Opening of River Trail Nov. 1, 2022

    Ijams Celebrates Re-Opening of River Trail Nov. 1, 2022

    Posted: 10/18/2022

    Ijams Nature Center will celebrate the re-opening of the north side of River Trail and a new section of the River Boardwalk on Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2022, at 11 a.m. The public is invited. Read More

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    Youth Summit Puts Young People in Charge of Change

    Posted: 10/17/2022

    The inaugural Youth Summit will be held on Saturday, Nov. 19, 2022, from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. in the Main Assembly Room of the City County Building, 400 Main Street.  Read More

  • Legacy Parks Announces New Access to Recreation

    Legacy Parks Announces New Access to Recreation

    Posted: 10/14/2022

    New trails, new access to our waterways and new partnerships were announced today to a sold-out crowd of more than 1,000 guests at Legacy Parks Foundation’s annual Legacy Luncheon for the Parks. Read More

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    Knoxville Fire Department Hosts All-Ages Event on Market Square

    Posted: 10/11/2022

    The Knoxville Fire Department will mark the 100th anniversary of National Fire Prevention Week (Oct. 9-15) with an evening of free, all-ages activities from 6-9 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 14, 2022, on Market Square in downtown Knoxville. Read More

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    Knoxville Community Band Performs Oct. 8 at Tennessee Amphitheater

    Posted: 10/06/2022

    The Knoxville Community Band presents its fall concert on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022, 3 p.m. at the Tennessee Amphitheater on World's Fair Park. Read More

  • Knoxville Utilities Board recognized by the Alliance to Save Energy

    Knoxville Utilities Board recognized by the Alliance to Save Energy

    Posted: 10/05/2022

    The Alliance to Save Energy presented Knoxville Utilities Board (KUB) and community partners Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), City of Knoxville, Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC), and the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) with the Super Nova Star of Energy Efficiency Award yesterday in a ceremony in Washington, D.C.  Read More

  • News item

    Food Policy Council Celebrates 40 Years

    Posted: 10/05/2022

    The Knoxville-Knox County Food Policy Council celebrated its 40th anniversary and recognized individuals and organizations that have contributed to the community’s food system at a recent event held at CAC Beardsley Community Farm. Read More

  • News item

    Chief Paul Noel Announces Promotions and Reorganization of KPD

    Posted: 10/04/2022

    Chief of Police Paul Noel announced the promotion of 20 Knoxville Police Department officers as well as a significant reorganization of the Department’s structure during a promotional ceremony held Monday, Oct. 3, 2022 at the Civic Coliseum Auditorium.  Read More

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    Lakeshore Park's Northshore Entrance to Close Temporarily

    Posted: 10/03/2022

    To ensure public safety as a $42 million improvement project moves into its next stage at Lakeshore Park, the park’s Northshore Drive entrance and exit will be closed temporarily, beginning Monday, Oct. 10, 2022. Read More

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    Chief Noel Announces Promotions. Department Structure Reorganization

    Posted: 10/03/2022

    KPD Chief Paul Noel announced the promotion of 20 Knoxville Police Department officers as well as a significant reorganization of the Department’s structure during a promotional ceremony held Monday, Oct. 3, 2022, at the Civic Coliseum Auditorium.  Read More

  • News item

    New Sidewalk in District 3 Improves Walkability for Families

    Posted: 09/29/2022

    On Tuesday, Sept. 27, 2022, Mayor Indya Kincannon, 3rd District Councilwoman Seema Singh and Pleasant Ridge Elementary School Principal Jennifer Morrell accompanied students as they walked home after school, using the recently completed sidewalk on Sullivan and Palmetto roads. Read More

  • News item

    Temporary Road Closures During Knox Pride Events

    Posted: 09/28/2022

    Knox Pride Parade and Festival is this weekend, with a parade on Gay Street on the evening of Friday, Sept. 30, and a festival on the World’s Fair Park on Saturday, Oct. 1, and Sunday, Oct. 2. Temporary road closures will be in effect during both events.  Read More

  • News item

    Diversity Business Enterprise Awards Set for Sept. 28, 2022

    Posted: 09/26/2022

    The City of Knoxville Small Business & Diversity Outreach Office will host its annual DBE Awards on Wednesday, Sept. 28, 2022, 8:30 a.m. at Marble Hall Chapel in Lakeshore Park. Read More

  • Now with higher starting pay, KAT holds Job Fair

    Now with higher starting pay, KAT holds Job Fair

    Posted: 09/26/2022

    With recently approved increased wage rates, Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) will be holding a job fair on Thursday, September 29th from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and on Saturday, October 1st from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Knoxville Station Transit Center, 301 Church Avenue.  Read More

  • News item

    Local Food Policy Council Celebrates 40th Anniversary

    Posted: 09/19/2022

    The Knoxville-Knox County Food Policy Council will celebrate its 40th anniversary on Wednesday, Sept. 21, 8:30 a.m. at Beardsley Community Farm, located at 1719 Reynolds Street. Formed in 1982, the KKCFPC is the oldest municipal food policy council in the United States.  Read More

  • Transforming Western Initiative Receives $40M HUD Grant

    Transforming Western Initiative Receives $40M HUD Grant

    Posted: 09/19/2022

    Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has earned a $40 million federal grant for Transforming Western, a comprehensive plan to transform Western Heights and the surrounding neighborhood that will include affordable housing and improved access to transportation, housing and economic stability. Read More

  • News item

    City Seeks Public Input on Allocating Federal Funds

    Posted: 09/08/2022

    The City’s Housing and Neighborhood Development Department seeks public input on how the City should allocate approximately $4 million in federal funds to assist eligible individuals or households under federal guidelines. Eligible individuals include those experiencing homelessness, those who are at risk of homelessness, those fleeing/attempting to flee domestic violence, and other populations deemed most vulnerable. Read More

  • News item

    9/11 Memorial Service Set for Sunday Downtown

    Posted: 09/06/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon and other City leaders will observe the 21st anniversary of the September 11th attacks at the annual wreath laying ceremony at the City County Building, on the morning of Sunday, Sept. 11, 2022. Read More

  • News item

    Mayors Appoint New Executive Director of Knoxville-Knox County Planning

    Posted: 09/02/2022

    Jeff Welch has been appointed as the new Executive Director of Knoxville-Knox County Planning by Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs.  Read More

  • News item

    City Offices Closed for Labor Day Holiday

    Posted: 09/01/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, Sept. 5, for the Labor Day holiday. KAT buses will run on a Sunday schedule.  Read More

  • News item

    Drop-off, Pick-up Lanes Created for Lonsdale Students

    Posted: 09/01/2022

    To enhance safety for children entering and leaving the new Lonsdale Elementary School at 1505 Louisiana Ave., the City is tweaking the traffic patterns on three blocks of two streets next to the school. Read More

  • TDOT Announces No Lane Closures for Labor Day Holiday

    TDOT Announces No Lane Closures for Labor Day Holiday

    Posted: 08/29/2022

    The Tennessee Department of Transportation will halt all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways for the Labor Day holiday travel period.  Read More

  • News item

    Aug. 30, 2022 Neighborhood Safety Meeting Focuses on 1st District

    Posted: 08/25/2022

    Knoxville residents living in Fort Sanders and South Knoxville neighborhoods are invited to the next Neighborhood Safety and Awareness meeting, on Tuesday, Aug. 30, 2022, 6-8 p.m. at Woodlawn Christian Church, 4339 Woodlawn Pike.  Read More

  • News item

    Officials Break Ground on Healthy Places Park

    Posted: 08/25/2022

    Representatives from the City of Knoxville and the BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee Foundation broke ground on the BlueCross Healthy Place at Morningside Park in East Knoxville on Thursday, Sept. 25, 2022.  Read More

  • News item

    New City Engineering Leaders Named

    Posted: 08/24/2022

    Three veteran engineers with a combined 73 years of experience with the City of Knoxville - Tom Clabo, Shawn Fitzpatrick and Karen McKeehan - are being promoted to top Engineering Department leadership roles. Read More

  • News item

    Public Service Department Hosts Job Fair Sept. 15, 2022

    Posted: 08/23/2022

    Job seekers looking for steady, satisfying outdoor work that helps keep Knoxville clean and operating efficiently are invited to the Public Service Job Fair on Thursday, Sept. 15, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave.  Read More

  • News item

    Police Advisory & Review Committee Public Meeting Aug. 25, 2022

    Posted: 08/22/2022

    The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will meet Thursday, Aug. 25, at 6 p.m. at the City County Building’s Small Assembly Room.  Read More

  • News item

    KPD to Implement Use of Force Review Board

    Posted: 08/17/2022

    Knoxville Police Chief Paul Noel announced on Wednesday that the Knoxville Police Department will implement a Use of Force Review Board as part of a continuing effort to enhance and improve agency operations.  Read More

  • News item

    Knox Sports Authority Meeting Aug. 23, 2022

    Posted: 08/16/2022

    The Knox Sports Authority will meet in its regular meeting at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 23, 2022 at the City’s Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave.  Read More

  • News item

    Coming Soon to Downtown: Shared Electric Bikes

    Posted: 08/15/2022

    The City’s Shared Dockless Scooter Program is evolving. A new vendor, Bird, has been selected to begin operating in the center city and University of Tennessee areas, joining LINK, which has been serving Knoxville for more than two years. Read More

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    Mayors: Enlarging Stadium Tax District Will Benefit East Knoxville

    Posted: 08/05/2022

    The Tax Increment Financing district surrounding the publicly-owned multi-use stadium is proposed to expand into the Magnolia Avenue Warehouse District – several blocks beyond what was originally planned. The stadium is expected to be a springboard for tens of millions of dollars in new private investment in East Knoxville. A larger TIF district helps ensure those new investments directly benefit the area. Read More

  • Ijams Hummingbird Festival August 13, 2022

    Ijams Hummingbird Festival August 13, 2022

    Posted: 08/05/2022

    Hummingbirds and other winged creatures are the focus of Ijams Nature Center’s 12th annual Ijams Hummingbird Festival: A Celebration of Wings on Saturday, Aug. 13, 2022, from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read More

  • News item

    Stadium Construction Moving to Next Stage

    Posted: 08/04/2022

    Motorists, anticipate the closure of a rectangle of East Knoxville streets as the next phase of construction gets underway for a new publicly-owned multi-use stadium. Read More

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    New Trails to Open Aug. 4, 2022 at Wm. Hastie Natural Area

    Posted: 08/02/2022

    City officials, Appalachian Mountain Bike Club members and a wide array of outdoor recreation enthusiasts will cut a ribbon at 4 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 4, 2022, to celebrate and officially open four new trails at William Hastie Natural Area. Read More

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    KPD Altering Response to Certain Non-Injury Crashes, Effective Sept. 1, 2022

    Posted: 08/01/2022

    Beginning on September 1, 2022, Knoxville Police Department officers will no longer respond to certain non-injury crashes, Chief of Police Paul Noel announced on Monday.  Read More

  • Kuwahee Greenway Closure Extended for Utility Maintenance Work

    Kuwahee Greenway Closure Extended for Utility Maintenance Work

    Posted: 07/29/2022

    KUB and its contractor have extended the closure of the Kuwahee Greenway located in front of the Kuwahee Wastewater Treatment Plant. Read More

  • News item

    Community Solar Project is Coming to Life

    Posted: 07/28/2022

    Knoxville is getting greener every day. Read More

  • News item

    Vehicles Must be Moved for Fort Sanders Cleanup

    Posted: 07/26/2022

    Taking advantage of summer break, when most University of Tennessee students are off campus, City crews will be thoroughly cleaning the streets of Fort Sanders on Saturday, July 30, and Sunday, Aug. 7. But in order to remove trash and grit from hard-to-reach corners and crevices, it’s mandatory that all vehicles be moved on clean-up days from the streets being swept and cleaned. Vehicles that are not moved prior to each day’s clean-up will be towed. Read More

  • News item

    Proposed Certified Tax Rate: Lowest Since 1974

    Posted: 07/25/2022

    Tuesday night, Mayor Indya Kincannon’s administration is asking City Council to adjust the City’s tax rate from $2.9638 per $100 assessed valuation to a new rate of $2.1556, which would be the lowest rate since 1974. Read More

  • News item

    Mayor Kincannon Adjusts Leadership Team to Reflect Housing, Economic Development Priorities

    Posted: 07/07/2022

    Today, Mayor Indya Kincannon announced several changes to her Administration to reflect concentrated focus on two key priorities: housing and economic development.  Read More

  • KTA approves KAT Additional Service Reductions with Minor Adjustment

    KTA approves KAT Additional Service Reductions with Minor Adjustment

    Posted: 07/07/2022

    Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) approved proposed KAT service reductions at this afternoon’s specially called public hearing, with one adjustment recommended by KAT staff. Read More

  • News item

    Hillwood Drive Project to Widen, Rebuild Shoulders

    Posted: 07/05/2022

    Over seven days, beginning Monday, July 11, 2022, Island Home residents should anticipate Hillwood Drive being closed to through traffic as Rogers Group crews widen and rebuild the shoulders on Hillwood Drive. Read More

  • News item

    New Sidewalk to be Built on Atlantic Avenue

    Posted: 06/30/2022

    North Knoxville soon will have a safe new east-west pedestrian route that connects dozens of Atlantic Avenue area families with the Broadway business corridor. Read More

  • News item

    City Offices Closed, Pools Open for 4th

    Posted: 06/29/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, July 4. Everyone is invited to Festival on the 4th on the World's Fair Park. Read More

  • News item

    Financial Literacy 720 Campaign Launches 7-20

    Posted: 06/28/2022

    Knoxville leaders, including Mayor Indya Kincannon, are supporting a regional awareness campaign and efforts by a broad coalition to assist individuals in achieving credit scores that will lead to financial sustainability. Read More

  • News item

    Deputy to the Mayor Stephanie Welch Leaving Knoxville

    Posted: 06/27/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon has accepted the resignation of Deputy to the Mayor and Chief Economic Development Officer Stephanie Welch.  Read More

  • TDOT to Suspend All Construction Lane Closures for July 4th Holiday

    TDOT to Suspend Construction Lane Closures for July 4th Holiday

    Posted: 06/27/2022

    Road construction won’t slow motorists across Tennessee over the July 4 holiday.  Read More

  • Continued Workforce Shortage causes KAT to Propose Additional Service Reductions

    Workforce Shortage causes KAT to Propose Additional Service Reductions

    Posted: 06/23/2022

    It is with great reluctance that Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is proposing additional service reductions due to continuing and worsening workforce shortages. Read More

  • News item

    USA Cycling Events Close Some Roads This Weekend

    Posted: 06/22/2022

    The USA Cycling Professional Road National Championships return to the Knoxville area this weekend, requiring closure of several downtown streets on the evening of Friday, June 24, and roads in downtown, South Knoxville and East Knoxville all day on Sunday, June 26. Read More

  • News item

    City Officials: Seek Shelter, Stay Safe During Heat Wave

    Posted: 06/21/2022

    With summer temperatures soaring into the upper 90s, Knoxville first responders and safety advocates have a simple message: Seek out ways to stay cool and avoid a medical emergency. Read More

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    Mayor, City Officials to Observe Juneteenth, Join Parade

    Posted: 06/17/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon, City staff and members of City Council will march with community members in the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Parade on Monday, June 20, 2022.  Read More

  • News item

    Applications Sought for Community Resilience Grant

    Posted: 06/16/2022

    Applications are now being accepted for a third $20,000 grant to fund a project that improves community resilience by strengthening our city’s social-cultural environment.  Read More

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    Breakfast Serves Up Opportunities for Area Businesses

    Posted: 06/16/2022

    Businesses interested in learning about procurement opportunities with the City of Knoxville are invited to attend the 13th annual Business Breakfast on Wednesday, June 22, 2022 from 7:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Chilhowee Park in the Jacob Building. Read More

  • News item

    New Applications Sought for Community Resilience Grant

    Posted: 06/16/2022

    Applications are now being accepted for a third $20,000 grant to fund a project that improves community resilience by strengthening our city’s social-cultural environment. Read More

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    Chief Noel Applies for KPD to Join Active Bystandership Project

    Posted: 06/13/2022

    As one of his first actions as the new Chief of Police for the Knoxville Police Department, Chief Paul Noel submitted the department’s application to the Active Bystandership for Law Enforcement (ABLE) Project on Monday, June 13, 2022.  Read More

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    Routine Inspection to Close Gay Street Bridge Lanes

    Posted: 06/13/2022

    Alternating lanes of the Gay Street Bridge will be closed to vehicular traffic Tuesday and Wednesday, June 14-15, to accommodate an annual Tennessee Department of Transportation safety inspection. Read More

  • News item

    Festival on the 4th Returns to World's Fair Park

    Posted: 06/10/2022

    The City of Knoxville’s largest event of the year, Festival on the 4th, returns to the World’s Fair Park Festival and Performance lawns on Monday, July 4, 2022, with activities, food trucks, live music and a fireworks display from the Henley Bridge. Read More

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    Greenway Ribbon-cutting Scheduled for Monday, June 13, 2022

    Posted: 06/10/2022

    At 2 p.m. Monday afternoon (June 13), Mayor Indya Kincannon, City Council members and a host of greenway advocates will snip a ribbon and officially open the City’s newest trail – the $1.7 million Northwest Greenway Connector. Read More

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    Washington Pike Public Meeting on June 15, 2022

    Posted: 06/09/2022

    Last September, stakeholders at a well-attended public meeting discussed the latest draft of a $17 million plan to improve traffic flow and safety along the Washington Pike corridor inside the northeastern City limits, between Interstate 640 and Murphy Road. The next public meeting on June 15 will specifically delve into the landscape and planting elements for the corridor.. Read More

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    Local Homelessness Count Reflects National Trends

    Posted: 05/31/2022

    On Feb. 23, 2022, Knoxville-area homeless service providers and outreach workers conducted the annual point-in-time (PIT) count to determine who is living in unsheltered conditions as well as in emergency shelter and transitional housing within Knoxville and Knox County.  Read More

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    Report: Knoxville Recycles Well

    Posted: 05/26/2022

    How does Knoxville do recycling? Successfully, enthusiastically and smartly, according to two measurements. Nearly 55 percent of eligible households are now signed up for curbside recycling – an all-time high. And a Feb. 11, 2022 analysis found that unrecyclable materials make up only 16.8 percent of what goes into Knoxville curbside recycling carts. Read More

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    City to Open Two Outdoor Pools on May 28, 2022

    Posted: 05/25/2022

    The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department will open its two outdoor public pools for the season this Memorial Day weekend. Both the Ed Cothren Pool, 1737 Reynolds St., and Inskip Pool, 4204 Bruhin Road, will welcome visitors starting 11 a.m. on Saturday, May 28, 2022. Read More

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    CFO Gennoe Accepts New Job Outside City

    Posted: 05/25/2022

    After nearly 2 years serving the people of Knoxville, Chief Financial Officer Susan Gennoe is leaving the City for a new opportunity with the Metropolitan Knoxville Airport Authority. Read More

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    City Offices Closed for Memorial Day Holiday May 30, 2022

    Posted: 05/24/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, May 30, 2022, for the Memorial Day holiday. The closures don't affect trash or recycling pick-up schedules, however the City's Solid Waste Facility on Elm Street will be closed May 28 - 30. 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: 05/23/2022

    Road Construction will not delay motorists as they travel Tennessee's highways this Memorial Day weekend. Read More

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    Claude Walker Ball Park Reopens

    Posted: 05/19/2022

    Claude Walker Ball Park re-opened May 19, 2022 following major upgrades made possible by a landmark investment announced last year from GEM Community Development Group to enhance city youth baseball and softball. Read More

  • News item

    Parks and Rec Challenge Grant 2022 Open for Applications

    Posted: 05/18/2022

    The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for its 2022 Challenge Grant Program, which offers grants up to $2,500 to nonprofit organizations with project ideas for public parks, recreation facilities or greenways within city limits. The application is now available online. Read More

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    Kid A'Riffic Series of Free Activities in Parks Begins June 1, 2022

    Posted: 05/18/2022

    Starting June 1, 2022, families are invited to Kid A'Riffic on Wednesdays in June and July from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. in eight different City parks and natural areas. Read More

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    Events Temporarily Close Roads May 13, 14 and 15, 2022

    Posted: 05/13/2022

    A few local roads will close temporarily May 13, 14 and 15, 2022, to accommodate community events.  Read More

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    City Invests in I-275 Business Park Infrastructure

    Posted: 05/10/2022

    Mayor Kincannon, City staff and construction project partners cut a ribbon on May 10, 2022, celebrating completion of a $5.5 million investment that improved access to and connectivity within the underdeveloped North Knoxville commercial corridor. Read More

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    Second Neighborhood Safety Meeting is May 19, 2022 in West Knoxville

    Posted: 05/10/2022

    West Knoxville neighbors are invited to the next Neighborhood Safety and Awareness meeting, on Thursday, May 19, 2022 from 6-8 p.m. at Deane Hill Recreation Center.  Read More

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    City Invests $1.6 M to Make Amherst Road Safer

    Posted: 05/09/2022

    The Amherst Road Slope Stabilization Project was complicated: The slope banking the roadway and shoulder was deteriorating, and the road was slowly getting skinnier as outer pieces of asphalt crumbled. Read More

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    City, KUB, TVA Partner on Community Solar Array

    Posted: 05/05/2022

    On Friday, April 30, the City of Knoxville, KUB, TVA and Solar Alliance broke ground on the Knoxville's first community solar project. Read More

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    11 Youth-Serving Agencies Receive Summer Program Grants

    Posted: 05/04/2022

    At its May 3, 2022, meeting, City Council approved $194,108.80 in Summer Opportunity Youth Program grant funding to community-based organizations to provide support and programming for youth and young adults between June 6 and Sept. 2, 2022.  Read More

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    Coker Avenue Sidewalk Project Connects Students to Schools

    Posted: 05/04/2022

    The City has invested $791,441 to build a “missing link” sidewalk in North Knoxville that students will use to walk safely to and from Belle Morris Elementary School. Read More

  • KUB’s 2021 Water Quality Report is Now Available

    KUB’s 2021 Water Quality Report is Now Available

    Posted: 05/02/2022

    KUB is committed to providing safe, high-quality drinking water to the community, and makes its annual Water Quality Report available online at www.kub.org/2021kubwaterquality or by request to KUB at 865-524-2911.  Read More

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    Concerts on the Square Series Returns May 3, 2022

    Posted: 04/29/2022

    The City of Knoxville brings live music back to the Market Square stage! The popular Concerts on the Square series, presented by Comcast, begins Tuesday, May 3, with the first Jazz Tuesday, featuring the Sam Adams Quartet. Variety Thursdays begin May 19 with The Coveralls. All Concerts on the Square performances are 7 - 9 p.m. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon Announces Paul Noel as City's Next Police Chief

    Posted: 04/28/2022

    Today, Mayor Indya Kincannon introduced Paul Noel as Knoxville’s next Chief of Police. Noel is a 25 year-plus police veteran and currently serves as Deputy Superintendent of the New Orleans Police Department. Read More

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    Sections of Gay Street Closed for Rossini Festival

    Posted: 04/27/2022

    Parts of Gay Street and additional downtown streets will be temporarily closed to vehicular traffic this weekend for the Knoxville Opera’s Rossini Festival, being held Saturday, April 30, 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.  Read More

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    KPD Morris, Payne Named 2021 Employees of the Year

    Posted: 04/26/2022

    Internet Crimes Against Children (ICAC) Digital Forensic Analyst Shannon Morris and Grants and Planning Manager Stacey Payne were announced as the co-recipients of the 2021 Employee of the Year Award at the Knoxville Police Department’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon.  Read More

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    Walker, Stryker, Glover Named 2021 KPD Officers of the Year

    Posted: 04/26/2022

    West District patrol officer Tim Walker and Organized Crime Unit investigators Brandon Stryker and Brandon Glover were presented with the 2021 Officer of the Year Award at the Knoxville Police Department’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon.  Read More

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    KPD Hopkins Receives Mike Waggoner Leadership Award

    Posted: 04/26/2022

    Veteran KPD patrol officer J.D. Hopkins was selected to receive the Mike Waggoner Leadership Award, which is presented annually to an officer who exhibits strong passion, dedication and thoroughness while inspiring those around them to do the same. Read More

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    Beatty Named 2021 KPD Explorer of the Year

    Posted: 04/26/2022

    Alexander Beatty was recognized as the 2021 Explorer of the Year at the Knoxville Police Department’s annual Employee Recognition Luncheon.  Read More

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    Grant Challenge Encourages Creativity, Collaborations to Address Youth Mental Health

    Posted: 04/26/2022

    A new competitive grant initiative challenges community groups to collaborate with business and government entities on creative projects that address an urgent need: young people’s mental health and resilience.  Read More

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    Open Streets Knoxville Takes Over Sevier Ave May 15, 2022

    Posted: 04/25/2022

    Neighbors are invited to walk, bike, jog, or dance their way through town at Open Streets Knoxville on Sevier Avenue in South Knoxville on Sunday, May 15, 2022, from 2-6 p.m. Read More

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    Stadium-related Utility Work to Begin in May

    Posted: 04/25/2022

    The first round of work related to construction of an $80 million publicly-owned multi-use stadium just east of the Old City will begin in May. Anticipate closures on parts of three streets to accommodate the initial utility upgrade work. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon's Proposed Budget Invests Heavily in Protecting Core Services, Public Safety

    Posted: 04/22/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon presented her State of the City Address on Friday, April 22, 2022 at the site of the City's new Public Safety Complex. Read More

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    Community Hosts Activities for Youth Violence Prevention Week

    Posted: 04/21/2022

    Eight local organizations that received grant funding from the City of Knoxville Community Safety office are providing activities and opportunities to local youth during National Youth Violence Prevention Week, April 24-30, 2022.  Read More

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    Solar to Power Operations at Cal Johnson Rec Center

    Posted: 04/20/2022

    At Tuesday’s meeting, City Council voted to approve an agreement with Solar Alliance Southeast, LLC (SASE) to build and install solar panels on the roof of the Cal Johnson Recreation Center for a cost not to exceed $48,765.50.  Read More

  • Visit Knoxville Announces World's Fair 40th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration

    Visit Knoxville Announces World's Fair 40th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration

    Posted: 04/20/2022

    Visit Knoxville is pleased to announce a World’s Fair 40th Anniversary Kick-Off Celebration to take place on May 21, 2022, from 10am – 9pm at World’s Fair Park. Read More

  • 61st Annual Dogwood Arts Festival Kicks Off April 22, 2022

    61st Annual Dogwood Arts Festival Kicks Off April 22, 2022

    Posted: 04/20/2022

    For over sixty years the Dogwood Arts Festival has been one of the most celebrated cultural events in Knoxville. Read More

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    Police Advisory & Review Committee Meets April 28, 2022

    Posted: 04/19/2022

    The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will meet Thursday, April 28, 2022, at 6 p.m. at Emerald Youth Foundation, Lonsdale Complex, to review cases received by KPD’s Internal Affairs Unit during the first three months of 2022. Read More

  • Ijams Nature Center Recognizes Contributions of Its Founding Family at Land Dedication April 28, 2022

    Ijams Nature Center Recognizes Contributions of Its Founding Family at Land Dedication April 28, 2022

    Posted: 04/19/2022

    When H.P. and Alice Ijams purchased 20 acres of land along the Tennessee River in 1910, they couldn’t have known their family would still be contributing to the legacy that would become the 318-acre nonprofit Ijams Nature Center more than a century later.  Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host Sixth Annual South Knoxville Community Cleanup

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host Sixth Annual South Knoxville Community Cleanup

    Posted: 04/18/2022

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful (KKB) will be hosting the sixth annual South Knoxville Community Cleanup on Saturday, April 23, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The event will kick off at Sam Duff Park and Mary Vestal Park.  Read More

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    Knox Sports Authority Meeting Set April 26, 2022

    Posted: 04/14/2022

    The Knox Sports Authority will meet in its regular meeting at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 26, 2022 at the City’s Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave.  Read More

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    Mayor's Council on Disability Issues Seeks New Members

    Posted: 04/12/2022

    The City of Knoxville seeks residents who have disabilities or particular experience with disability issues to apply to serve on the Mayor's Council on Disability Issues (CODI). The deadline for applications is Monday May 2, 2022.  Read More

  • Knox County 911 Once Again Awarded Reaccreditation

    Knox County 911 Once Again Awarded Reaccreditation

    Posted: 04/11/2022

    Knox County 911 was once again awarded full accreditation by the nationally-recognized Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA), an organization whose mission is to improve police and public safety services. Read More

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    City Offices Closed Friday, April 15, 2022

    Posted: 04/11/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Friday, April 15, 2022, in recognition of Good Friday.  Read More

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    State of the City Address Set For April 22, 2022

    Posted: 04/11/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon will deliver her State of the City Address at noon Friday, April 22, at the site of the future Public Safety Complex, off Huron Street and Woodland Avenue in North Knoxville. Read More

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    West Hills' Debbie Smith Named Good Neighbor of the Year

    Posted: 04/04/2022

    West Hills neighbor Debbie Smith received the Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award at the 2022 Neighborhood Conference, held Saturday at the Knoxville Convention Center. The event is produced by the City’s Office of Neighborhood Empowerment.  Read More

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    City Creating Greenways Ambassadors Program

    Posted: 04/04/2022

    Got a favorite City of Knoxville greenway? Willing to share your greenway enthusiasm with others? The City is creating a Greenways Ambassador program, which was announced Saturday at the 2022 Neighborhood Conference. Read More

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    Knoxville Smokies Baseball Team Takes Aim at Full Season in 2025

    Posted: 04/04/2022

    A spring 2025 date to start baseball in Knoxville in a new multi-purpose stadium is now likely because of global supply chain issues and a volatile construction market. The original date had been spring 2024. Read More

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    City Participates in Food Waste Awareness Week

    Posted: 03/31/2022

    The City of Knoxville Waste and Resources Management Office joins state and local partners to promote the community-wide reduction of food waste during Tennessee Food Waste Awareness Week, April 4-9, 2022.  Read More

  • KAT Schedules Public Meetings on Service Concepts, Launches Online Survey

    KAT Schedules Public Meetings on Service Concepts, Launches Online Survey

    Posted: 03/31/2022

    Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) will be holding a series of public meetings to get public input on transit priorities. Read More

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    African American Equity Restoration Task Force Awarded First Grant

    Posted: 03/30/2022

    The African American Equity Restoration Task Force is marking notable progress since its inaugural meeting in September 2021, including receiving a $30,000 grant from the National League of Cities.  Read More

  • KAT Introduces New Partnership with Transit App

    KAT Introduces New Partnership with Transit App

    Posted: 03/28/2022

    Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is pleased to announce a new partnership with Transit as the official mobility app for Knoxville.  Read More

  • KAT Seeks Public Response to Two Concepts for a New Transit Future

    KAT Seeks Public Response to Two Concepts for a New Transit Future

    Posted: 03/24/2022

    What should the future of public transit look like in Knoxville and what are our biggest community priorities for transit? Read More

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    Groundbreaking for First of Five New Dog Parks

    Posted: 03/18/2022

    Join Mayor Indya Kincannon, UT President and PetSafe founder Randy Boyd, other City officials and South Knoxville community members for a dog park groundbreaking ceremony at 4 p.m. Monday, March 21, 2022 at Sam Duff Memorial Park.  Read More

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    Data Available on Vehicles' 3-Foot Passings of Bicycles

    Posted: 03/16/2022

    Drivers are often apprehensive about how to safely pass people bicycling on the road in and around Knoxville. And bicyclists are wary of close passes by drivers – with good cause, as crashes resulting from close passes are very dangerous for people riding bicycles. Read More

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    Mayor Kincannon to Hold Budget Hearings March 22-24, 2022

    Posted: 03/16/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon will hold public hearings with City department directors next week as she begins to prepare her 2022-23 budget. Read More

  • KAT Returns Some Routes to Regular Service and with Electric Vehicles

    KAT Returns Some Routes to Regular Service and with Electric Vehicles

    Posted: 03/14/2022

    Effective today, March 14th, 2022, Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) has returned several bus routes to regular service levels. Read More

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    Grant Funding Available for Summer Youth Programs

    Posted: 03/10/2022

    The City of Knoxville is helping young people at highest risk for violent crime access jobs and activities this summer through its Summer Opportunity Youth Grant.  Read More

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    Old City Momentum: Hotel Opening in 2023

    Posted: 03/09/2022

    Tuesday night, City Council authorized a 10-year Payment-in-Lieu-of-Tax (PILOT) agreement in support of a $22 million 127-room hotel in the Old City, to be constructed between Barley’s Taproom & Pizzeria and the site where a publicly-owned multi-use stadium will be built. Read More

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    March 23, 2022 Public Meeting Set on Proposed Papermill Drive Improvements

    Posted: 03/09/2022

    A public meeting has been scheduled to present the recommendations of the City’s Papermill Drive Corridor Study final concept plan and to gather input from residents regarding the corridor. Read More

  • KAT Will Return Some Routes to Regular Service

    KAT Will Return Some Routes to Regular Service

    Posted: 03/08/2022

    Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) will return several bus routes to regular service levels on Monday, March 14, 2022.  Read More

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    TVA Funding Rec Center Tech Upgrades

    Posted: 03/07/2022

    A TVA initiative is helping the City of Knoxville’s Parks & Recreation Department apply data and innovative technologies at recreation centers and senior centers. Read More

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    Three Parades and a Marathon: Road Closures in March

    Posted: 03/03/2022

    Celebrations of dogs, Irish culture, New Orleans jazz and long-distance running being held this month in downtown Knoxville will temporarily affect the regular traffic patterns and on-street parking on some city streets.  Read More

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    Work to Close 2 Blocks of Cumberland Ave. Early Monday

    Posted: 02/28/2022

    Cumberland Avenue area motorists, anticipate a seven-hour closure of a two-block section of the westbound “Strip” as City crews make repairs to public infrastructure at the intersection of Cumberland Avenue and 17th Street, beginning at 12:01 a.m. Monday, Feb. 28. Read More

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    Community Safety Grant Funds Youth Opportunities

    Posted: 02/23/2022

    City Council approved $27,647.98 in funding for 10 local organizations to provide spring break opportunities for young people who are at risk of violence. During Knox County Schools’ Spring Break (March 14-18), grant-funded programs will engage young people ages 12 to 21 who are at highest risk of becoming victims of, or committing, violent crime due to past experiences, including involvement with the justice system or having an incarcerated parent.  Read More

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    Mayor Announces Revamped Employee Compensation Plan

    Posted: 02/18/2022

    On Friday, Feb. 18, 2022, Mayor Indya Kincannon announced a plan to make major updates to City employee compensation in order to address staffing and recruitment challenges that have strained critical City services.  Read More

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    African American Equity Restoration Task Force Hosts Open House - POSTPONED

    Posted: 02/16/2022

    The African American Equity Restoration Task Force will host an open house on Saturday, Feb. 26, 1-5 p.m. at Vine Magnet Middle School, to get feedback from community members regarding issues of equity and disparities experienced by Black residents.  Read More

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    Noise-Monitoring Camera Being Tested Downtown

    Posted: 02/14/2022

    Noise complaints are up: Downtown residents and business owners are tired of motorists with illegally modified vehicles, or those who choose to loudly rev their engines. So the City is taking the next step to remedy the problem by installing and trying out a mobile camera that captures data associated with distinct violations of the City’s vehicle noise ordinances. Read More

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    Neighborhood Safety and Awareness Meetings Begin Feb. 24, 2022

    Posted: 02/14/2022

    City departments engaged in public safety issues will meet with neighbors at the first Neighborhood Safety and Awareness meeting on Thursday, Feb. 24, 6-8 p.m. at Logan Temple AME Zion Church. Future series meetings will be held in–and focus on–North, West and South areas of the city.  Read More

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    Virtual Diversity Business Expo Presents Opportunities March 3, 2022

    Posted: 02/11/2022

    Representatives of minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned and small businesses are invited to the East Tennessee Purchasing Association’s Virtual Diversity Business Expo on Thursday, March 3, 2022, from 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. Registration closes Feb. 24.  Read More

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    Free Drive-In Screening of 'Black Panther' Set for Feb. 18

    Posted: 02/08/2022

    The City of Knoxville Community Empowerment Department will present a free, drive-in screening of Marvel’s “Black Panther” on Friday, Feb. 18, at the Midway at Chilhowee Park (located 3301 E. Magnolia Avenue, entrance on N. Beaman Street). Read More

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    Knoxville Compost Pilot Project Ready for Food Scraps

    Posted: 02/07/2022

    Knoxville residents and downtown restaurants can now drop off their food scraps to be composted through the Knoxville Compost Pilot Project.  Read More

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    New Sections of Sidewalk Coming to Fountain City Lake, Park

    Posted: 02/02/2022

    More City investments in the amenities at Fountain City Park are coming soon. Beginning the week of Feb. 7, look for new sections of sidewalk to be installed, starting on the Fountain Road and Broadway sides of Fountain City Lake. Read More

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    Nominate Neighborhoods for Achievement Awards

    Posted: 02/01/2022

    Neighborhood organizations are the force behind many improvement and beautification activities you see in Knoxville neighborhoods. Now is the time to nominate a neighborhood -- maybe your own -- for a 2022 Neighborhood Achievement Award. Read More

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    Housing and Neighborhood Development Hold Online Public Meeting Feb. 1, 2022

    Posted: 01/31/2022

    Each year, the City of Knoxville Housing and Neighborhood Development department seeks public feedback on the City’s plan to spend federal dollars on local projects that support the revitalization of Knoxville's low-to-moderate income neighborhoods. This year’s meeting will be held virtually on Tuesday, Feb. 1, at 6 p.m. via Zoom.  Read More

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    Applications Open for Community Agency Grants

    Posted: 01/25/2022

    The City of Knoxville is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations interested in applying for Community Agency Grant (CAG) funding for Fiscal Year 2022-23, which begins July 1, 2022. CAG funding has two categories: Arts and Culture and Community and Social Services. Read More

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    3 New Playgrounds to be Installed

    Posted: 01/24/2022

    Just in time for spring, look for new play structures coming to three City parks – Skyline, Fountain City and Inskip parks. Read More

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    African American Equity Restoration Task Force Release Meeting Schedule for First Quarter

    Posted: 01/20/2022

    The African American Equity Restoration Task Force has scheduled its first three meetings of 2022. Read More

  • Section of Neyland Greenway to Reopen Near Kuwahee Wastewater Treatment Plant

    Section of Neyland Greenway to Reopen Near Kuwahee Wastewater Treatment Plant

    Posted: 01/20/2022

    KUB and its contractor are in the final stages of completing repair work at the Kuwahee Wastewater Treatment Plant on Neyland Drive. Read More

  • KAT Receives Grants for Bus Stop Improvements, Electric Charging Infrastructure

    KAT Receives Grants for Bus Stop Improvements, Electric Charging Infrastructure

    Posted: 01/19/2022

    Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) has received notification from the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) of two project funding awards: a proposed Bus Stop Improvement Project has been funded, along with funding for electric charging infrastructure at Knoxville Station Transit Center. Read More

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    Police Advisory and Review Committee Meets Jan. 31, 2022

    Posted: 01/18/2022

    The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will hold its 4th Quarter meeting on Monday, Jan. 31, at 6 p.m. in the Small Assembly Room of the City County Building, 400 Main Street.  Read More

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    City Offices Closed Monday for MLK Holiday

    Posted: 01/14/2022

    City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 17, 2022, for the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday.  Read More

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    Nominations Open for Annual Good Neighbor Award

    Posted: 01/13/2022

    The Office of Neighborhood Empowerment is now accepting nominations for its annual Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award. The award recognizes residents who make a real difference in their neighborhoods.  Read More

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    City Offices Closed Monday, Jan. 17, 2022 for MLK Jr. Holiday

    Posted: 01/13/2022

    Mayor Indya Kincannon, City Council representatives and City staff will participate in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission’s Memorial March Parade. Read More

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    Applications Open for Community Safety Grant Programs

    Posted: 01/11/2022

    Local organizations working to interrupt violence in Knoxville are invited to apply for grant funding now available through the City of Knoxville Office of Community Safety.  Read More

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    Know of a City Street Where Speeding is a Problem?

    Posted: 01/10/2022

    Installing traffic-calming devices, such as speed humps, on small residential streets is popular with many City residents.  Read More

  • Keep Knoxville Beautiful Welcomes New Executive Director

    Keep Knoxville Beautiful Welcomes New Executive Director

    Posted: 01/10/2022

    Khann Chov will be joining Keep Knoxville Beautiful as Executive Director on January 14, 2022. Read More

  • Ijams River Rescue Needs Volunteer Site Captains for Annual Cleanup

    Ijams River Rescue Needs Volunteer Site Captains for Annual Cleanup March 12

    Posted: 01/07/2022

    Ijams Nature Center is looking for volunteer site captains for its 33rd annual Ijams River Rescue on Saturday, March 12, 2022, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Read More

  • Potential Inclement Weather Makes KAT Snow Routes Likely for Later Today

    Potential Inclement Weather Makes KAT Snow Routes Likely for Later Today

    Posted: 01/06/2022

    Current weather predictions for Knoxville indicate that it is likely that Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) will be moving to Snow Routes later on this afternoon (January 6, 2022), with the possibility of Severe Routes later in the evening or at the start of the day on Friday, January 7th, 2022. Read More

  • TDOT Ready for Winter Weather

    TDOT Ready for Winter Weather

    Posted: 01/05/2022

    The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) assures motorists it is stocked and ready to clear state routes and interstates of ice and snow. Read More

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    Community Engagement Committee Meeting Jan. 5, 2022

    Posted: 01/04/2022

    The Community Engagement Committee of the African American Equity Restoration Task Force will meet Wednesday, January 5, 2022 from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. at The Bottom located at 2340 East Magnolia Ave. Read More

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    Public Input Meetings Scheduled on Hiring New KPD Chief

    Posted: 01/03/2022

    The City of Knoxville is holding five community listening sessions to gather input to help guide the search for the next KPD Chief.  Read More