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Welcome to the City Blog! Here you will find news and notes about City of Knoxville services, updates on ongoing projects, links to community events, and much more. If you have questions or comments about the Blog, please email
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March 2017 - Posts
100 Years Ago: Annexations 'Sealed Knoxville's Destiny' as ET Hub
Lonsdale in the 1920s hosted community nights in the neighborhood. Courtesy: McClung Historical Collection It's a March anniversary that largely went unnoticed. But 100 years ago this month, ...
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Posted by
evreeland
On Mar 29, 2017 at 6:37 PM
1st of 'Knoxville Slides' opened at the Coliseum strikes a chord with kids, media
Last week, Mayor Madeline Rogero and City officials opened the first in the "Knoxville Slides" initiative at the Civic Auditorium and Coliseum in conjunction with KaBOOM! (a non-profit dedicated ...
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Posted by
Guest
On Mar 27, 2017 at 6:36 PM
Downtown Trolley Super Stop Upgrades: New Shelters, Signs on Main Street
Last weekend, Knoxville Area Transit's maintenance crew installed new shelters on Main Street, in front of the City County Building, for downtown trolley passengers. The City's Engineering Departm ...
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Posted by
evreeland
On Mar 24, 2017 at 5:03 PM
Show Your Appreciation to KAT's 170 Drivers
Tuesday was KAT Transit Driver Appreciation Day. Passengers throughout the City wrote thank-you notes to and took "safe selfies" with their favorite transit operators, and Mayor Madeline Rogero and ...
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Posted by
evreeland
On Mar 23, 2017 at 7:23 PM
Workers Completing Installation of Cumberland Avenue Median
If you've driven or walked Cumberland Avenue in the last couple of days, you probably witnessed the installation of the new raised medians - something of a milestone in the City’s $17 million reco ...
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Posted by
evreeland
On Mar 23, 2017 at 5:25 PM
Mayor's Day of Immigration Action
Mayor Rogero participated in the U.S. Conference of Mayors’ Day of Immigration Action initiative on March 21 with a press conference and a proclamation. In the fifth-floor atrium of the City Count ...
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Posted by
ptravis
On Mar 22, 2017 at 3:22 PM
Harris Hoehne Honored by Keep Knoxville Beautiful; Suttree Landing, Pedestrian Bridge Win Orchids
Congratulations to long-time community leader and volunteer Felicia Harris Hoehne, who was honored with Keep Knoxville Beautiful's first-ever "Felicia Award," presented by Mayor Madeline Rogero at ...
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evreeland
On Mar 10, 2017 at 1:30 PM
Annual Luncheon Recognizes Longtime City Employees and Retirees
This week’s City of Knoxville Employee Appreciation Luncheon brought together new retirees from 2016 and current employees who have worked for the City for a grand total of 2,645 years. Mayor Roge ...
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ptravis
On Mar 09, 2017 at 11:44 AM
Mayor Rogero Advocates for City Priorities in Washington, D.C.
Last week, Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero was part of a delegation of mayors from across the country who met with congressional and White House officials to advocate for the priorities of America's c ...
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Guest
On Mar 09, 2017 at 10:01 AM
Police Department Honors Officers, Employees and Good Samaritan Citizens
KPD Officer Steve Frazier recognized for his persistence, over many weeks, in helping a disabled homeless woman find housing and support services. Great to honor the outstanding teamwork, dedic ...
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Posted by
evreeland
On Mar 08, 2017 at 6:58 PM
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Old Broadway Sidewalks Project Enters Final Phase
Welcome, 2024 Summer in the City Interns!
Stadium Halfway Completed: Wooden Roof Installed - Next Up, Light Poles!
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City Employee Hard at Work for 50 Years: 'I Love My Job, I Love Keeping Busy'
Residents Weigh in on Future of McClung Redevelopment
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