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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 citywebmaster@knoxvilletn.gov. If you would like to peruse our Blog Archives please click here.

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Rejuvenated Cal Johnson Building Pays Tribute to African-American Innovator and Pioneer 
There are places around Knoxville that hint of the fascinating legacy of one of Knoxville's most notable sons: Caldonia Fackler Johnson, who was born a slave in 1844 and by sheer willpower raised hims ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Jul 10, 2020 at 5:35 PM
  
Week 20: Work Expands to 5 St. Mary's Hospital Buildings; Central Wing Coming Down 
Mass demolition of the Central Wing (right) at the Annunciation Wing (left) is underway. Eventually, the entire North Campus and Central Wing will be cleared, leaving a large tract of vacant land ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Jul 10, 2020 at 12:24 PM
  
Big-time Box Beams Delivered to Jackson Avenue Ramps Reconstruction Site 
The $8.2 million project to replace the structurally deteriorating 100-year-old ramps connecting Jackson Avenue and Gay Street literally reached a big milestone last week. Ten large commercia ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Jun 30, 2020 at 2:52 PM
  
#KnoxvilleJobDone: Plans Review and Inspections Employees Keep Us Safe 
The City's 15 building and safety inspectors in the Plans Review and Inspections Department take their jobs seriously. They know that what they do on the front end, when a new house or business is ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On May 22, 2020 at 1:58 PM
  
#KnoxvilleJobDone: City Engineers Build and Maintain Miles and Miles of Infrastructure 
Did you know that the City’s Engineering Department each year oversees the paving of about 50 miles of streets and the repair and new construction of about 3.2 miles of sidewalk? This week is Natio ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On May 21, 2020 at 1:32 PM
  
#KnoxvilleJobDone: Parks and Rec Crews, Partners Distribute More Than 25,000 Meals During Pandemic 
Today, City Parks and Recreation staff hit a big milestone: Partnering with the Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee and Knox County Schools, more than 25,000 meals have been distribut ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On May 20, 2020 at 3:13 PM
  
Public Service Crews Take Pride in Beautification #KnoxvilleJobDone 
When they think about National Public Works Week, a lot of people envision engineers building sidewalks and stormwater devices, or crews picking up curbside bulk trash and brush. It's true that the ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On May 19, 2020 at 3:51 PM
  
It's National Public Works Week! #KnoxvilleJobDone 
Garage Supervisor Rick King This week is National Public Works Week. Look for at-a-glance summaries this week - here on City Blog, and also on the City's Facebook page - of the great work bei ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On May 18, 2020 at 4:43 PM
  
Climate Council Holds Inaugural Meeting 
Mayor Indya Kincannon presided over the first meeting of the Climate Council on Tuesday, May 12. Council members convened remotely and virtually, which is the new protocol due to COVID-19 pandemic pre ... more» 
Posted by ptravis  On May 14, 2020 at 10:49 AM
  
Public Service Crews Help Tornado-torn Chattanooga Neighborhood 
Equipment Operator II David Ketterman was one of 14 City Public Service employees who helped Chattanooga recover after an April tornado. As they were doing their jobs, the City of Knoxville b ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On May 07, 2020 at 1:30 PM
  
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