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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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July 2018 - Posts
What's Your Solid Waste I.Q.? - Bulky Waste
1. When is bulky waste collected? a. At the same time as weekly curbside pickup. INCORRECT. If a Waste Connections driver is able to collect a bulky waste item at the time of trash collectio ...
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Guest
On Jul 30, 2018 at 1:10 PM
More Than 150 Naturalized Citizens from Nearly 50 Countries: Watch a Video of 13 Citizens' Stories
More than 150 citizens originating from nearly 50 countries around the world recited the Pledge of Allegiance for the first time as U.S. citizens after becoming naturalized in Knoxville on Tuesday, Ju ...
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On Jul 27, 2018 at 5:10 PM
Residents Attend Public Meeting for Cal Johnson Recreation Center Renovations
Residents attended a public meeting Monday, July 23, at Cal Johnson Recreation Center to hear and give feedback on architectural suggestions for the center’s renovation. Located at 507 Hall of ...
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Guest
On Jul 27, 2018 at 1:46 PM
Police Motorcycle Officers: 'Great Job, 10 Months Out of the Year'
Officer Jason Gardner Police Lt. Brian Evans grins when asked about what it's like for motorcycle officers to patrol during the hottest parts of summer. "Everyone thinks it's a great job, an ...
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evreeland
On Jul 25, 2018 at 6:07 PM
Emerald Youth, Local Officials Break Ground on Lonsdale Complex for Youth
Last Friday, Emerald Youth Foundation broke ground for construction of a neighborhood complex that will serve the young people and residents of Lonsdale. The complex will include two multipurp ...
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On Jul 23, 2018 at 2:27 PM
Wednesday Markets Booming on Market Square
Market Square started a place for local farmers to share their produce locally. Nourish Knoxville's Market Square Farmers’ Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday in May through November. Every we ...
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ptravis
On Jul 23, 2018 at 2:25 PM
Multiple Projects on Cedar Lane
Cedar Lane, a staple route of the Fountain City/North Knoxville community, has been under construction for several separate projects. Rogers Group, Inc., a crew contracted by the City of Knoxvi ...
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On Jul 23, 2018 at 1:41 PM
Hot Temps Bring Hot, New Paving Projects
Hot temperatures are good for keeping asphalt warmed for paving. That makes the summer paving season, and crews certainly have been busy! Cherry Street was recently resurfaced. Each year, the ...
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On Jul 23, 2018 at 12:33 PM
Summer Sizzle: Many City Workers Bear the Brunt of Heat and Humidity
If you think Knoxville's heat and humidity can be unbearable at times, imagine being a firefighter and battling a 900-degree house fire while wearing heavy, multi-layered, insulated turnout gear. " ...
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evreeland
On Jul 20, 2018 at 5:21 PM
A Visit from PAWS
Rarely does a Knoxville resident like Annabelle visit Mayor Rogero's office. Annabelle works with children adopted from foster care to help them build a sense of security, trust and patience. ...
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Posted by
ptravis
On Jul 20, 2018 at 4:03 PM
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Recent Posts
Stadium Halfway Completed: Wooden Roof Installed - Next Up, Light Poles!
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Residents Weigh in on Future of McClung Redevelopment
Urban Wilderness: 1 week, 2 milestones
Congratulations to KPD's Newly Promoted Officers!
#PublicWorksWednesday: Dirty Lots and Neighborhood Codes
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