The Knoxville-Knox County Community Action Committee (CAC) is asking applicants for its COVID-19 energy assistance funds to get their applications in by Monday, Nov. 30, to allow time for application processing before the deadline of Dec. 4. If any member of your household has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic in one of the […]
The City of Knoxville and the Knox County Public Library present Drive-In at the Midway Holiday Edition with free movie screenings at Chilhowee Park. Friday, Nov. 20: “Elf” (PG, 2003) Friday, Dec. 4: “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” (PG-13, 1989) Admission is free, but attendees must pre-register at https://www.knoxlib.org/movies. “Our Drive-In at the Midway […]
MEDIC is set to compete against Kentucky Blood Center in the 33rd Annual Orange and Blue competition beginning Monday. WHO: MEDIC Regional Blood Center WHAT: Critical need for: A Negative – there are 0 units on the shelf this morning A Positive O Negative O Positive COVID Convalescent Plasma WHEN: […]
Library Lovers Invited to Join Friends for Common Cause For 50 years the members of the Friends of the Knox County Public Library have believed that they are in the middle of something wonderful. Friends of the Library are among like-minded citizens who love to learn. They are part of a supportive, positive organization that takes […]
~ from the Office of Neighborhoods Knoxville City Council will hold a workshop at 4 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 12, via Zoom video/audio conference. The following topics will be on the agenda: a review of TIFs (Tax Increment Financing) and PILOTs (Payment in Lieu of Taxes) for developments. The Knoxville Chamber will also provide an […]
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee yesterday announced that former House Speaker Pro Tem Bill Dunn (R-Knoxville) will join the Tennessee Department of Education as a senior advisor to Commissioner Penny Schwinn. “Bill Dunn is one of the most experienced and thoughtful advocates for education in our state who has dedicated his career in state government […]
~ from the Office of Neighborhoods Area Lions Clubs continue to partner to provide free eye exams and glasses to residents who need them! While these screenings were temporarily postponed due to COVID-19, they are now available by appointment on the third Wednesday of every month at the Fountain City Lions Club, 5345 […]
Pre-K – 12th Grade Open House Event Offers Unique Glimpse into Webb School’s People, Programs Webb School of Knoxville will host its fall Spartan Showcase, a Pre-K through 12th grade admissions Open House event, on Sunday, November 15, beginning at 2 p.m., on the Webb School campus in West Knoxville. At Webb’s Spartan Showcase, […]
The Tennessee Historical Commission is now accepting nominations for its Certificate of Merit Awards to honor individuals or groups that work to preserve Tennessee’s heritage. The deadline for submissions is December 31, 2020. “For over forty years, our awards program has offered an opportunity to give thanks and recognition to those working to revitalize Tennessee’s […]
Each year the McNabb Center provides more than 2,300 children and families with holiday gifts and experiences through its Dear Santa program, presented by Discovery, Inc. Last year, of those 2,300 children more than 1,000 received Christmas gifts from a wish list as part of the Dear Santa Program. Children in need, who are […]