Beloved Professor's Childhood Poems Reveal Early Talent
Family discovers Priscilla Blanton's handwritten poetry from age 13, showcasing her creative spirit and the impact of a caring teacher.
Variety of Easter Events Planned Across Knoxville Area
Tracker Expands Recruitment Platform with Payroll Integrations and Additional Back-Office Capability
Lifestyle
Tennessee Couple Names Twins After Inspiring Hospital Stay
Knox and Neyland Carver's names reflect the family's deep connection to Knoxville during a challenging pregnancy.

Marion County United Way Hosting Annual Giving Gala
The fundraiser event will feature a three-course meal, trivia, and a silent auction to support local organizations.
Photographer Captures Surprise Proposal at Tennessee Overlook
The viral video of the proposal has received over 41 million views online.
Weather
Knoxville Braces for Near-Record Heat This Week
Cloudy Sunday with showers before a warm-up and potential storms

Thousands Lose Power After East Tennessee Storms
Utility providers report widespread outages across the region following early morning thunderstorms.
Tennessee National Guard Rescues Injured Hiker in Snowy Mountains
Black Hawk helicopter used to reach hiker in Great Smoky Mountains National Park
Crime
TN Arsonist Pleads Guilty to Bombing Historic Civil Rights Center
Regan Prater admits to targeting Highlander Center in New Market with a sparkler bomb in 2019 attack.

Jurors Deliberate Alleged Prescription Fraud at Rocky Hill Pharmacy
Three defendants face multiple counts of conspiracy and fraud related to bogus prescriptions at Tennessee pharmacy.
Knoxville Man Identified After Nearly 40 Years Through DNA Breakthrough
Police seek public's help in solving the 1988 homicide of James Robert Benson
Sports
Deion Sanders' Protege Joins Tennessee QB Competition
Former Colorado backup Ryan Staub brings leadership and positivity to the Vols' quarterback battle.

College Football Analyst Picks Tennessee's Starting QB
Film expert sees redshirt freshman Faizon Brandon as the best fit for Vols' offense
Tennessee Football Coach Josh Heupel Turns 48
The Vols' sixth-year head coach celebrates his birthday on March 22, 2026.
Business
Mountain Commerce Bancorp Shareholders Approve Merger with Home Bancshares
The century-old Tennessee bank is set to join Home Bancshares in the second quarter of 2026.

Ripley PR CEO Heather Ripley Honored as Women We Admire Awardee
Award recognizes female leaders driving innovation and influence across industries
Fed Approves Home BancShares Acquisition
Arkansas-based bank holding company gets green light to buy Tennessee's Mountain Commerce Bancorp