by design | Jul 21, 2024 | The Daily Focus
EMERALD ACADEMY FIRST IN EAST TENNESSEE TO BE A ‘PHONE-FREE’ YONDR SCHOOL When the school year begins at Emerald Academy, a new initiative will enhance the learning experience: Emerald Academy will be the first school in East Tennessee to be “phone-free” using the...
by design | Jul 20, 2024 | The Daily Focus
Free and Reduced Price Meal Applications Now Open For KCS Families The following notice is being provided to media partners in accordance with the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, 7 CFR 245.5(a), based on guidance from the Tennessee Department of Education....
by design | Jul 19, 2024 | The Daily Focus
TRAFFIC ALERT: KNOX COUNTY KNOXVILLE – Motorists traveling on Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115) southbound and West Topside Road in Knox County should be aware of upcoming road construction activities that will have a temporary impact on traffic. Beginning on...
by design | Jul 18, 2024 | The Daily Focus
TDEC ANNOUNCES GRANTS TO BOOST RECYCLING EDUCATION, COMBAT FOOD WASTE NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation announced $332,953 in grants for Education and Outreach and Organics Management for projects to help reduce landfill waste and...
by design | Jul 17, 2024 | The Daily Focus
Knox County Urges Caution During Extreme Heat; Offers Tips to Stay Safe Knox County, Tenn. – Knox County has seen nearly 50 heat-related visits to area emergency rooms since the beginning of June. Heat-related illnesses, such as heat exhaustion or heat stroke, happen...
by design | Jul 16, 2024 | The Daily Focus
Knox County Retired Teachers Association meeting 11:15 a.m. July 25, 2024, at the Foundry, 747 World’s Fair Drive. New Retirees Celebration featuring outstanding musical performers from Knox County Schools. Newly retired teachers and KCRTA members are...