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Communications Director

Eric Vreeland
evreeland@knoxvilletn.gov
(865) 215-3480

400 Main St., Room 654A
Knoxville, TN 37902

Below you will find the latest news and press releases from the City of Knoxville.

Zoo Knoxville's Newest Eatery Now Open
Posted: 05/22/2019
Zoo Knoxville has a new dining option for visitors located in Asian Trek with great views of Gibbon Trails and Langur Landing. Read More
Free Fishing Day at Cove at Concord Park on June 8, 2019
Posted: 05/22/2019
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is sponsoring Free Fishing Day on Saturday, June 8 from 8 a.m. to noon at The Cove at Concord Park. The Cove is located at 11808 S. Northshore Drive. Read More
City Operations Schedule for 2019 Memorial Day Weekend
Posted: 05/21/2019
City offices and recreation centers will be closed Monday, May 27, 2019 for the Memorial Day holiday, but Waste Connections’ pickup of garbage and recyclables will continue as regularly scheduled. Read More
Nikki Giovanni Historical Marker Unveiled on May 23, 2019
Posted: 05/21/2019
Mayor Madeline Rogero and other City officials will welcome Ms. Giovanni, a Virginia Tech Distinguished Professor and Knoxville native, for the unveiling of a historic marker near the entrance to the Cal Johnson Recreation Center on Thursday, May 23, 2019 at 10 a.m. Read More
TDOT to Suspend All Lane Closure Activity for the Holiday Weekend
Posted: 05/20/2019
Motorists won’t be delayed by road construction as they travel Tennessee’s highways this Memorial Day weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at 12:00 noon on Friday, May 24 through 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. Read More
KCDC Launches Construction on Final Phase of Five Points Revitalization
Posted: 05/20/2019
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero will join Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) officials to break ground on Five Points 4, a 31-building, 82-unit affordable housing complex at the west corner of Kenner Avenue and McConnell Street in East Knoxville. Read More
Katy Hawley Named Good Neighbor of the Year
Posted: 05/18/2019
Mayor Madeline Rogero presented Fourth and Gill resident Katy Hawley with the Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year Award at the Neighborhood Conference, held Saturday, May 18, at the Knoxville Convention Center. Read More
Old City Roads Close for Rhythm N' Blooms Festival Weekend
Posted: 05/16/2019
The 10th Rhythm N’ Blooms Music Festival, produced by Dogwood Arts and Attack Monkey Productions, will be held Friday, Saturday and Sunday, May 17 - 19, 2019, on stages and in venues located in the Old City. Read More
City to Highlight Public Works on Social Media During National Public Works Week
Posted: 05/14/2019
Public Works Week, May 19-25, is a national celebration of the tens of thousands of men and women in North America who provide and maintain the infrastructure and services collectively known as public works. Read More
Concerts on the Square Live Music Series Continues
Posted: 05/14/2019
Concerts on the Square, presented by First Century Bank, continues tonight on Market Square with the Knoxville Youth Jazz Orchestra performing a set at 6 p.m. followed by the Knoxville Jazz Orchestra at 8 p.m. This Thursday, May 16, Katie Pruitt will perform on the Market Square stage, kicking off this weekend’s Rhythm N’ Blooms Festival. Read More
Bicycle Safety Campaign Early Data Shows Promising Results
Posted: 05/13/2019
Early Knoxville Police Department data following a recent bicycle-safety campaign is showing that use of new technology to raise awareness of Tennessee’s three-foot passing law has actually changed driving behaviors. Read More
KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for June 7-8, 2019
Posted: 05/10/2019
Each month, the Knoxville Police Department offers a teen defensive driving program called T.R.A.C.K. (Training, Responsibility, Awareness, Confidence, Knowledge). Read More
KPD To Participate In Click It Or Ticket Campaign
Posted: 05/08/2019
As summer kicks off and families hit the road for vacation, The Knoxville Police Department is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office (THSO) to remind motorists to “Click It or Ticket.” Read More
KAT Operations Leadership Sees Changes
Posted: 05/08/2019
After a career spanning over 30 years in transit in Knoxville, Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) announces the retirement of Chief Operating Officer Beverly Campbell, and consequently the hiring of a new Chief Human Resources Officer, Julie Glibbery, as well as the promotion of Odell Draper to Chief Operations Officer. Read More
U.S. Census 2020 Kicks Off Local Effort
Posted: 05/07/2019
Knoxville and Knox County will kick off U.S. Census 2020 with a newly formed Joint Complete Count Committee made up of community representatives. Read More
600 Block of Market St. Set to Close on May 8, 2019
Posted: 05/07/2019
An extensive downtown street and sidewalks construction project in the 600 block of Market Street calls for the road’s closure, beginning Wednesday, May 8, 2019. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Celebrates Mother's Day with Free Admission for Moms
Posted: 05/06/2019
Zoo Knoxville celebrates Mother’s Day with their annual tradition of free admission for all moms on Sunday, May 12, 2019. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint May 11, 2019
Posted: 05/03/2019
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Knoxville ‘Got on Board’
Posted: 05/03/2019
The Knoxville community showed their support for transit by riding in big numbers on Get on Board Day on April 25, 2019. Read More
Fifth Draft of Recode Knoxville Available on Website
Posted: 05/02/2019
The fifth draft of the Recode Knoxville proposed zoning ordinance is now available on the project website at www.recodeknoxville.com. Read More
City's Finance Dept. Honored for 30th Year with Award
Posted: 05/02/2019
For 30 years in a row, the City of Knoxville’s Finance Department has been honored for pioneering efforts to improve the quality of budgeting and providing an excellent example for other North American governments. Read More
Change Center Community Hiring Event Set for May 6, 2019
Posted: 05/02/2019
Looking for a job or new opportunity? The Change Center is hosting a Community Hiring Event on Monday, May 6, 2019 from 5 - 8 p.m. at the Change Center located at 203 Harriet Tubman Street. Read More
Vesser Named Officer of the Month for January 2019
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented Officer James Vesser with the January Officer of the Month Award. Read More
Major Presented with Community Service Award
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented Sgt. Phil Major with a Community Service Award. Read More
Mattina Presented with Community Service Award
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented Sgt. Tammy Mattina with a Community Service Award. Read More
Henard Presented with Community Service Award
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented Sgt. Sam Henard with a Community Service Award. Read More
Bush Presented with Community Service Award
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented Lt. Brian Bush with a Community Service Award. Read More
KPD's Special Crimes Unit Presented with Unit Award
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented the KPD Unit Award to the Special Crimes Unit. Read More
North Knoxville Fire Updates
Posted: 05/01/2019
At approximately 1 p.m. on Wednesday, May 1, 2019, a fire was reported in the recycling yard at Fort Loudon Waste and Recycling located at 2742 Hancock Street. Read More
Safety City Presented with Unit Award
Posted: 05/01/2019
On Wednesday, May 1, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented the Knoxville Police Department Unit Award to KPD's Safety City Team. Read More
Electric Scooters Launch Downtown
Posted: 04/30/2019
Beginning May 1, 2019, downtown Knoxville will have two electric scooter providers on the streets. Read More
Traffic Pattern Switch Begins on East Blount Avenue
Posted: 04/30/2019
Beginning Monday, May 6, 2019, motorists will experience a temporary change in traffic patterns on East Blount Avenue between Gay Street and Chapman Highway. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles May 6, 2019
Posted: 04/29/2019
The sale will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on May 6, 2019. Read More
Mayor Rogero Presents Final State of the City
Posted: 04/26/2019
Mayor Madeline Rogero today proposed her eighth and final budget, which continues strategic investments, leverages creation of new affordable housing and expands outdoor recreation amenities. Read More
Downtown Streets Closed for Upcoming Events
Posted: 04/24/2019
Annual festivities in downtown Knoxville will temporarily close some on-street parking and streets starting this weekend. Visitors and residents should consider these closures when planning their routes. Read More
Ijams River Rescue Removes Close to 37 Tons of Trash From Area Waterways
Posted: 04/24/2019
The 30th annual Ijams River Rescue presented by TVA with support from Lowe’s collected 36.8 tons of trash and tires from 33 sites in and along East Tennessee’s waterways on April 6, 2019, once again removing a significant amount from Loves Creek. Read More
City's Annual Teen Step Show Set for Apr. 27, 2019
Posted: 04/23/2019
Knoxville Parks and Recreation will host its 13th annual Teen Step Show Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 6 p.m. at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium. Read More
Four Community Development Partners Win Equity Awards
Posted: 04/23/2019
At today’s 7th annual Equity Awards breakfast, City of Knoxville Community Development staff members recognized four partners and projects that prioritize fair and affordable housing, economic development, community impact, and access and inclusion of people with disabilities. The Equity Awards are the highlight of the City’s Community Development Week events. Read More
Street Rod Nationals South Heading to Knoxville May 3-5, 2019
Posted: 04/23/2019
The National Street Rod Association® is pleased to announce the dates for the Street Rod Nationals South coming to the Chilhowee Park & Expo Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. Read More
KAT Offers Free Rides for National Get On Board Day
Posted: 04/22/2019
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) will join with other public transportation systems nationwide to participate in National Get On Board Day on Thursday, April 25, 2019. Read More
Phase 2 Improvements to Civic Auditorium & Coliseum Begin Apr. 29, 2019
Posted: 04/22/2019
The final phase of the $10 million renovation project at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum begins April 29, with an expected completion by late October 2019. KCAC first opened in 1961 and includes the 6,500-capacity Coliseum and the 2,500-capacity Auditorium. Read More
Annual Equity Awards Breakfast Set for Apr. 23, 2019
Posted: 04/18/2019
City of Knoxville’s Community Development Department and Pinnacle Financial Partners will present the 7th Annual Equity Awards Breakfast on Tuesday, Apr. 23, 2019 at 7:30 a.m. in The Press Room at 730 N. Broadway. Read More
KCDC to Preview Draft Austin Homes Master Plan at April 30 Open House
Posted: 04/17/2019
Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) invites the community to preview the draft master plan for the Austin Homes site at an open house Tuesday, April 30, 2019 from 4:30-7 p.m., at Green Magnet Academy, 801 Lula Powell Drive in East Knoxville. Read More
City Offices Closed Apr. 19, 2019
Posted: 04/15/2019
Due to the Good Friday holiday, City offices will be closed on Friday, April 19, 2019. Read More
Milling, Paving of N. Central Street Begins Apr. 16, 2019
Posted: 04/12/2019
The City’s North Central Streetscapes project enters another phase of construction as milling and paving of the street begins Tuesday, April 16, and continues 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily for approximately three weeks, weather permitting. Read More
100 Block of S. Gay St. Closed to Vehicles Apr. 16, 2019
Posted: 04/12/2019
To accommodate work being done on the roof of Sterchi Lofts and the deployment of a large crane, the 100 block of South Gay Street, between Jackson and Vine avenues, will be closed Tuesday, April 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Read More
Concerts on the Square Series Begins May 2, 2019
Posted: 04/10/2019
The City of Knoxville’s Office of Special Events is excited to announce the lineup of performers for this year’s Concerts on the Square, presented by First Century Bank. The live music series begins Thursday, May 2, on Market Square. Read More
Parks and Recreation Accepting Challenge Grant Applications
Posted: 04/09/2019
The City of Knoxville Parks and Recreation Department is now accepting applications for its 2019 Challenge Grant Program, which offers grants to nonprofit projects associated with public parks or recreation facilities within the City limits. Read More
Annual Rossini Festival to Bring Unique Sights & Sounds to Downtown
Posted: 04/09/2019
Knoxville Opera’s 18th annual Rossini Festival International Street Fair is Saturday, April 13, 2019 from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. in downtown Knoxville. Read More
Next KPD Drug Overdose Support Group Meeting Set for Apr. 12, 2019
Posted: 04/09/2019
The next support group meeting for parents, children, siblings or other family members who have lost a loved one due to the drug overdose epidemic will be held on Friday, April 12, 2019. Read More
Mayor Rogero's State of the City Address Set for April 26, 2019
Posted: 04/09/2019
Mayor Rogero will present her annual State of the City Address at 12 noon on April 26, 2019 at the end of James White Parkway. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Apr. 13, 2019
Posted: 04/05/2019
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Apr. 13, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
City's 2019-20 Annual Action Plan Available for Public Comment
Posted: 04/05/2019
The City of Knoxville is in the process of drafting its 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan. Read More
Police Advisory & Review Committee Meeting Apr. 24, 2019
Posted: 04/05/2019
The Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) will hold their next meeting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at the Regal Headquarters located at 101 E. Blount Avenue. Read More
Open Streets Knoxville is Returning to West Knoxville on May 19, 2019
Posted: 04/05/2019
On Sunday, May 19, 2019 from 2 to 6 p.m., Knoxvillians are invited to walk, bike, jog or dance their way through town at Open Streets Knoxville. Read More
Health Dept.'s Next Diabetes Management Series Starts April 11, 2019
Posted: 04/03/2019
The Knox County Health Department’s (KCHD) next Diabetes Management Series takes place Thursdays, April 11, 18 and 25, from 6 to 7 p.m. at KCHD, 140 Dameron Ave. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Apr. 15, 2019
Posted: 04/01/2019
The sale will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on Apr. 8, 2019. Read More
KPD Lt. DeBow Awarded the Mike Waggoner Leadership Award
Posted: 04/01/2019
For his leadership and dedication to the men and women of the Knoxville Police Department, Lt. Keith DeBow was awarded the Mike Waggoner Leadership Award at the Knoxville Police Department Recognition Luncheon on Monday, April 1, 2019. Read More
KPD Officer Hardin Named Purple Heart Recipient
Posted: 04/01/2019
Officer Barry B.K. Hardin was named the Purple Heart recipient at the Knoxville Police Department’s Recognition Luncheon on Monday, April 1, 2019. Read More
KPD Sgt. Shaffer Selected as 2018 KPD Officer of the Year
Posted: 04/01/2019
For dedication to his profession and continuing the fight to end drug related deaths, Sgt. Josh Shaffer was presented with the 2018 KPD Officer of the Year award on Monday, April 1, 2019 at the Knoxville Police Department Recognition Luncheon. Read More
KPD Lt. Evans Selected as 2018 KPD Officer of the Year
Posted: 04/01/2019
For his dedication to the citizens of Knoxville and its visitors, Lt. Brian Evans was selected as the 2018 KPD Officer of the Year on Monday, April, 2019 at the Knoxville Police Department Recognition Luncheon. Read More
Small Selected as 2018 KPD Employee of the Year
Posted: 04/01/2019
For her hard work and dedication, KPD Technical Services Supervisor Julia (Julie) Small was named as the 2018 KPD Employee of the Year on Monday, April 2019 at the KPD Recognition Luncheon. Read More
KPD Explorer Goldman Selected as 2018 KPD Explorer of the Year
Posted: 04/01/2019
For his commitment to the community and the Knoxville Police Department, KPD Explorer Teddy Goldman was selected as the 2018 KPD Explorer of the Year at the Knoxville Police Department Recognition Luncheon on Monday, April 1, 2019. Read More
Tennessee River Grand Slam Cleanup Continues in Knoxville
Posted: 04/01/2019
Keep the Tennessee River Beautiful (KTNRB) will continue its “Tennessee River Grand Slam Cleanup” in Knoxville, Tennessee on its third installment of the four-part cleanup campaign. Read More
Legacy Parks Opens New Water Stations within Urban Wilderness
Posted: 03/29/2019
Legacy Parks Foundation will hold a ribbon cutting for the new water fountains at Anderson School on Friday, March 29, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. Parking available at 4808 Prospect Lane. Read More
Fort Kid Reopens; Future Upgrades Planned
Posted: 03/29/2019
The Fort Kid playground off World’s Fair Park Drive reopened Thursday, March 28, after Public Building Authority workers made necessary repairs in response to a citizen complaint and a Knox County Health Department report citing hazards. Read More
Dogwood Arts Chalk Walk Brings Color to Knoxville Sidewalks
Posted: 03/28/2019
Chalk Walk returns to Downtown Knoxville on Saturday, April 6, 2019. Read More
Health Dept. Sees Increase in Hepatitis A Cases
Posted: 03/28/2019
The Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is seeing a rise in hepatitis A cases related to the ongoing statewide outbreak. Read More
KAT Announces Real-Time Bus Tracker App
Posted: 03/27/2019
Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) is pleased to announce the long-awaited availability of KATbus Tracker – a real-time bus tracking and trip planning app now available for Android and iPhone users. Read More
Registration Now Open for 2019 Neighborhood Conference
Posted: 03/27/2019
Knoxville residents interested in maintaining or improving the quality of life in their neighborhoods are invited to attend this year’s Neighborhood Conference, which will be held Saturday, May 18, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Knoxville Convention Center. Read More
Save Our Sons Positive Engagement with Law Enforcement Workshop Set for Mar. 30, 2019
Posted: 03/27/2019
The City of Knoxville’s Save Our Sons (SOS) initiative is again partnering with the Knoxville Police Department, Knox County Attorney General’s Office and the City’s Police Advisory & Review Committee to host a Positive Engagement with Law Enforcement Workshop on Saturday, March 30, 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m. at KPD’s Training Center, 6838 Cement Plant Road. Read More
Temporary Rolling Street Closures and a New Finish Line for this Weekend's Knoxville Marathon
Posted: 03/26/2019
Sunday morning’s Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon will bring together more than 8,000 runners, hundreds of cheering volunteers and race fans, and 29 bands playing along the course. Read More
Electric Scooter Pilot Program Launches in Knoxville
Posted: 03/20/2019
On March 20, 2019, the City of Knoxville launches an electric scooter pilot program with the first of two companies selected through a competitive process. Read More
City to Hold Neighborhood Safety Workshop Series
Posted: 03/19/2019
The City of Knoxville’s Office of Neighborhoods (OON) and Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) are collaborating with the Knoxville Police Department to host a series of workshops designed to inform residents about neighborhood-specific safety practices and how they can partner with City departments to make neighborhoods safer. Read More
Next PARC Meeting Scheduled for April 24, 2019
Posted: 03/18/2019
Members of the Police Advisory & Review Committee will hold their quarterly meeting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, April 24, 2019 at Regal Cinemas Headquarters at 101 E. Blount Ave. Read More
Over 220 Volunteers Expected for 2019 South Knoxville Community Cleanup
Posted: 03/18/2019
On Saturday, March 30, 2019 Keep Knoxville Beautiful will be hosting its third annual community-wide South Knoxville Cleanup from 9:00 am-12:00 pm. The event will be kicking off from Sam Duff Park located at 4060 Chapman Highway. Read More
Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to Present Gift to The Change Center on Skate for Zae Day
Posted: 03/15/2019
The Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation will be presenting a grant of $10,000 to the Change Center on Sunday, March 17 at 3:30 p.m. Read More
Seven Projects Receive Historic Preservation Funds
Posted: 03/14/2019
This week, Knoxville City Council approved the City’s proposal to allocate $595,158 in Historic Preservation Funds to seven projects focused on the renovation and restoration of historic properties within city limits. Read More
City Crews Resume Brush Collection
Posted: 03/12/2019
As part of Spring cleanup and beautification, City crews started bi-weekly brush pickup on Monday, March 11, 2019. Read More
Temporary Closure of South Gay Street Scheduled Mar. 17-18, 2019
Posted: 03/12/2019
As part of the downtown redevelopment of the new Embassy Suites Hotel, 507 South Gay Street, parts of several downtown streets will be temporarily closed Sunday, March 17, at 2 a.m. and will reopen Monday, March 18, no later than 6 p.m. Read More
Keep Knoxville Beautiful Earns Keep America Beautiful Award
Posted: 03/12/2019
Keep America Beautiful, the nation’s iconic community improvement nonprofit organization, presented Keep Knoxville Beautiful with its 2018 President’s Circle Award recognition at Keep America Beautiful’s recent National Conference, which took place in Baltimore, Maryland. Read More
Downtown Streets Close Temporarily for St. Patrick's Weekend Events
Posted: 03/12/2019
Knoxville residents have multiple opportunities to get in touch with their Irish roots this weekend as downtown hosts two festivals, two road runs and a parade. Read More
East Tennessee Purchasing Association Announces 2018 Award Winners
Posted: 03/11/2019
The East Tennessee Purchasing Association (ETPA), during its February meeting in Knoxville, announced the three winners of its prestigious annual awards for 2018. Read More
Health Department Releases Report on Naloxone Deployment
Posted: 03/11/2019
In support of the Harm Reduction Coalition, the Knox County Health Department (KCHD) has released its second report on naloxone deployment by first responders. Read More
Portion of Third Creek Greenway to Close for Repairs Mar. 11-14, 2019
Posted: 03/08/2019
The Zig Zag Bridge on Third Creek Greenway will be closed temporarily for repairs, beginning Monday morning, March 11, 2019. The bridge was damaged during the Feb. 23 floodings. Read More
Mayor Rogero Honors City Employees & Retirees on Mar. 6, 2019
Posted: 03/06/2019
At a special luncheon held on Mar. 6, 2019 at Calhouns along Volunteer Landing, Mayor Madeline Rogero honored City Employees who have 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service or have retired from the City in the past year. Read More
Drug Overdose Support Group Meeting Mar. 8, 2019
Posted: 03/06/2019
The Knoxville Police Department will hold its next support group meeting on Mar. 8, 2019 for parents, children, siblings or other family members who have lost a loved one due to the drug overdose epidemic. Read More
Rhythm N’ Blooms Music Festival Releases Full 2019 Lineup
Posted: 03/05/2019
Festival producers Dogwood Arts and Attack Monkey Productions are pleased to announce the full lineup for the 10th Annual Rhythm N’ Blooms Music Festival, returning to Knoxville’s Historic Old City May 17-19, 2019. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Mar. 9, 2019
Posted: 03/04/2019
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Mar. 9, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Winners of the 37th Annual Orchid Awards Announced
Posted: 03/01/2019
On Thursday, February 28, 2019 Keep Knoxville Beautiful hosted the annual Orchids Beautification Awards at The Press Room, 730 N. Broadway, Knoxville TN. Read More
Mardi Growl Brings Dogs to Downtown Mar. 2, 2019
Posted: 02/28/2019
The 12th annual Mardi Growl pet parade and party, to benefit Young-Williams Animal Center, presented by Merchants of Beer, will be held in downtown Knoxville Saturday, March 2, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read More
TDOT Construction to Affect Traffic at I-640 West Interchange
Posted: 02/28/2019
Motorists traveling in Knox County should be aware of upcoming construction that will affect traffic along North Broadway at the I-640 West Interchange. Read More
Flood Damage Assessment and Assistance
Posted: 02/28/2019
Flood damage assessment and cleanup continues throughout the region. Property owners in Knoxville and Knox County are encouraged to contact 3-1-1 (or 865-215-4311) to report significant flood damage to their personal or commercial property. Read More
Zoo Knoxville's Beloved Giraffe Patches Euthanized Due to Declining Health
Posted: 02/28/2019
Zoo Knoxville is saddened to announce that beloved giraffe Patches has been humanely euthanized due to declining health caused by advanced age. Read More
Let’s Read, Knox County!
Posted: 02/27/2019
Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs will host a school-wide assembly with Knox County Schools Superintendent Bob Thomas at 8:15 a.m. on Friday, Mar. 1 at New Hopewell Elementary (727 Kimberlin Heights Rd.) to help kick off Read Across America Day in Knox County and introduce his ReadCityUSA initiative. Read More
Floodwaters Close City Facilities
Posted: 02/26/2019
A number of City facilities and streets remain closed today until further notice following last weekend’s record-setting rains and flood damage. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Mar. 4, 2019
Posted: 02/25/2019
The sale will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on Mar. 4, 2019. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Announces New Event "Wild Vine"
Posted: 02/25/2019
Zoo Knoxville and Rhizome Productions will host the inaugural Wild Vine wine sampling event on Friday, April 26, 2019, from 6:30 until 10:30 p.m. at the zoo. Read More
KCDC to Hold Second Community Open House on Austin Homes Revitalization
Posted: 02/25/2019
On Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 from 4:30-7 p.m., Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) will hold an open house to share input gathered so far in the master planning process and gather additional community input about the proposed revitalization of Austin Homes. Read More
Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Kick Off Celebration of Orchids Feb. 28, 2019
Posted: 02/25/2019
This Thursday, February 28, Keep Knoxville Beautiful will be hosting its 37th annual Orchids Beautification Awards from 6:00pm to 8:30pm. Read More
Call 311 to Report Flood Damage
Posted: 02/24/2019
This week, public employees with the City of Knoxville and Knox County, as well as private fire and ambulance personnel, will be documenting damage to houses and businesses caused by this weekend’s flooding. Read More
PARC Director Clarence Vaughn to Speak at Books Sandwiched in Program
Posted: 02/15/2019
Knox County Public Library invites the public to join Clarence Vaughn for a consideration of The Black and the Blue: A Cop Reveals the Crimes, Racism, and Injustice in America’s Law Enforcement by Matthew Horace, at noon on Wednesday, Feb. 27, 2019 in the East Tennessee History Center auditorium (601 South Gay Street). Read More
Business Owners Sought for Advisory Council
Posted: 02/14/2019
The City of Knoxville’s Office of Business Support seeks applications from local business owners to join the Business Advisory Council (BAC), an entity established in 2013 to promote regular and open communication between City government and members of the business community. Read More
Public Invited to Black History Month Presentation at the Bijou Theatre
Posted: 02/13/2019
Join Knox County Public Library and the Beck Cultural Exchange Center to observe the centennial of the 1919 Knoxville Race Riots at 6:30 p.m. on Feb. 25, 2019 at the Bijou Theatre. Read More
Registration Now Open for March 14, 2019 Diversity Business Expo
Posted: 02/12/2019
The 2019 Diversity Business Expo will beheld at 12 p.m. on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at Overcoming Believers Church located at 211 Harriet Tubman St. Read More
211 Social Services Hotline Celebrates 2/11 Day
Posted: 02/11/2019
Today, the City of Knoxville’s 311 Center for Service Innovation (CSI) joins 211 service centers nationwide in celebrating National 211 Day and hosting an open house to share its mission to connect residents with the social services available in our community. Read More
Knoxville Fire Department Adds 32 New Firefighters
Posted: 02/11/2019
The Knoxville Fire Department's 2018 Firefighter Recruit Class Graduation Ceremony was held on Friday, February 8, 2019 at Sevier Heights Baptist Church. Read More
Mayor Rogero, Senior Staff, City Council Meet for Mid-Year Budget Review
Posted: 02/08/2019
On Friday, February 8, 2019, Mayor Madeline Rogero, senior City staff and City Council met for a mid-year budget review, which included updates on major City initiatives. Read More
Applications Now Available for Homeless Grant Funding
Posted: 02/07/2019
The City of Knoxville is accepting applications from non-profit agencies seeking funding for programs that work to reduce and end homelessness in Knoxville. Read More
KPD Offers Drug Overdose Support Group Meeting Feb. 8, 2019
Posted: 02/05/2019
The next support group meeting for parents, children, siblings or other family members who have lost a loved one due to the drug overdose epidemic will be held at 6:00 p.m., on Friday, February 8, 2019. Read More
TDOT Grant to Create Pedestrian, Bike Path on Chapman Hwy.
Posted: 02/04/2019
The Tennessee Department of Transportation has awarded the City a $950,000 grant for creating a pedestrian and bike path on Chapman Highway, giving a safe option for pedestrians walking, biking and taking transit. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Feb. 9, 2019
Posted: 02/01/2019
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Feb. 9, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
All4Knox Substance Misuse Epidemic Website Goes Live
Posted: 02/01/2019
All4Knox (All4Knox.org) is a joint effort of Knox County and the City of Knoxville with facilitation and coordination support from Metro Drug Coalition, the Knox County District Attorney General’s Office and the Knox County Health Department that hopes to bring together governments, businesses, nonprofit organizations, faith-based communities and many others in a coordinated effort to address the substance misuse epidemic. Read More
City of Knoxville Budget Retreat Set for Feb. 8, 2019
Posted: 02/01/2019
The City's Annual Budget Retreat will be held at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, February 8, 2019 at the City's Public Works Service Center located at 3131 Morris Ave. Read More
Keep Knoxville Beautiful to Host 37th Annual Orchid Awards
Posted: 01/31/2019
On Thursday, February 28, 2019, Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host the annual Orchids Beautification Awards at The Press Room, 730 N. Broadway from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. Read More
Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center Stakeholder Input Being Gathered
Posted: 01/31/2019
As part of a strategic study of possible future uses of Chilhowee Park and Exposition Center, a consulting team will be talking with stakeholders, concluding with a community meeting, on Tuesday, Feb. 5. Read More
Public Hearing Jan. 31, 2019 for City's Annual Action Plan
Posted: 01/29/2019
The City of Knoxville’s Community Development Department will hold a public hearing on Jan. 31, 2019 for the 2019-2020 Annual Action Plan. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Feb. 4, 2019
Posted: 01/28/2019
The sale will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on Feb. 4, 2019. Read More
KCDC to Hold Community Open House on Feb. 5, 2019
Posted: 01/28/2019
Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) plans a revitalization of its Austin Homes site with the goal of replacing the existing affordable housing on the site, while creating a mix of housing choices for families and individuals of varied income levels. Read More
City Ready for Winter's First Possible Significant Snow
Posted: 01/28/2019
With the National Weather Service forecasting the season’s first potentially troublesome snowfall to begin before dawn on Tuesday, Knoxville crews this morning began brining streets. Read More
Boat Ramp Expansion to Begin at Gov. Ned McWherter Park
Posted: 01/24/2019
Knoxville’s only city park with public access to the Tennessee River will soon expand its boat access, thanks to a $237,245 grant from the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency. Read More
Endangered African Painted Dog Pups Born at Zoo Knoxville
Posted: 01/22/2019
Eleven endangered African painted dog pups were born at Zoo Knoxville on January 2, 2019. Read More
State St. Garage Expansion Moves Into Second Phase
Posted: 01/18/2019
A reminder: As the $11 million State Street Garage expansion work heads into the planned second phase, South Central Street will reopen and State Street will close, beginning Monday, Jan. 21. Read More
City Accepting Community Agency Grants
Posted: 01/17/2019
The City of Knoxville is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations interested in receiving Community Agency Grant (CAG) funding for Fiscal Year 2019-20, which begins July 1, 2019. Read More
Investigation Into Stolen Check Earns Officer Award
Posted: 01/16/2019
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas today named Knoxville Police Department Officer James Gadd the October Officer of the Month. Officer Gadd has been with KPD since March 1995. Read More
Investigator Honored for Work In Drug Investigation
Posted: 01/16/2019
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas named Investigator John Holmes the December Co-Officer of the Month. Investigator Holmes has been with KPD since October 2001. Read More
Arrest of Suspects Wanted For Multiple Jewelry Store Heists In Several States Earns Officers Honors
Posted: 01/16/2019
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas named Knoxville Police Department Officers John Pickens and Amy Boyd Co-Officers of the Month for December. Officer Pickens has been with KPD since June 2006 while Officer Boyd has been with the department since July 2011. Read More
Safety City Summer Maintenance Project Earns Employees Unit Commendation Award
Posted: 01/16/2019
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Chief Eve Thomas presented a Unit Commendation Award to several employees for their hard work over the summer months repairing and updating Safety City. Read More
Commitment, Diligence, Team Work Earns Violent Crimes Unit Special Commendation
Posted: 01/16/2019
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief Eve Thomas presented a special commendation award to the Violent Crimes Unit. Read More
Zoo Hiring for 98 Variable Hour Positions
Posted: 01/15/2019
Zoo Knoxville will be accepting applications and interviewing candidates to fill 98 seasonal, variable hour positions on Friday, January 18, 2019. Read More
Depot Avenue Area Water Main Project Completed Ahead of Schedule
Posted: 01/15/2019
KUB and its contractor, Garney Construction, have completed the project to install 8,500 feet of new 36-inch water transmission main along Blackstock Avenue, Van Street, W. Fifth Avenue, Williams Street, E. Depot Avenue, Morgan Street, E. Jackson Avenue, Patton Street, Willow Avenue, and connecting to an existing main at E. Summit Hill Avenue. Read More
City Schedule for 2019 MLK Holiday
Posted: 01/14/2019
City of Knoxville offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 21, 2019 for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. Read More
Covenant Kids Run Set for Jan. 26 at Zoo Knoxville
Posted: 01/14/2019
Children from across East Tennessee will kick off the Covenant Kids Run with a 1-mile event at Zoo Knoxville on Saturday, Jan. 26, 2019 to start their personal marathon. Read More
Open House for North Central Street Landscape Plans
Posted: 01/14/2019
Stakeholders in the North Central Street streetscaping project, including area residents, business and property owners, staff from the City’s Office of Redevelopment and representatives from landscape architects Hedstrom Design will meet for an Open House 5:30-7:30 p.m. on Jan. 22, 2019 at All Occasions located at 922 N. Central St. Read More
MLK Commemorative Celebration Jan. 16-21, 2019
Posted: 01/11/2019
This year's MLK celebration runs from Jan. 16, 2019 to Jan. 21, 2019. Read More
KUB Plant Upgrades Require Neyland Dr. Lane Shifts & Greenway Closures
Posted: 01/11/2019
KUB and its contractor will shift the two eastbound lanes of traffic flow on a short section of Neyland Drive starting Monday, January 14, and lasting through February 2021 as part the Kuwahee Wastewater Treatment Plant upgrade project. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Jan. 12, 2019
Posted: 01/10/2019
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Jan. 12, 2019 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Keep Knoxville Beautiful Announces 2019 Orchid Awards Nominees
Posted: 01/10/2019
On February 28th, 2019 Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host its annual Orchid Awards dinner, honoring Knoxville’s most beautiful properties, public spaces, and public art. Read More
World's Fair Park Performance Lawn to Close for 5 1/2 Months for Major Upgrades
Posted: 01/09/2019
A $3 million project to improve the World’s Fair Park Performance Lawn gets underway next week. Read More
Stop For School Buses Loading or Unloading Children, It's The Law!
Posted: 01/08/2019
On Friday January 4, 2019, leaders from Knoxville Police Department, Knox County Schools, Knox County Schools Security Division, Knox County Sheriff’s Office, Tennessee Highway Safety Office and the Knox County District Attorney General's Office held a joint press conference to remind drivers of their duties as it pertains to safely operating their vehicle around a stopped school bus that is loading or unloading a child. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Sets New Attendance Record for Fourth Consecutive Year
Posted: 01/07/2019
Zoo Knoxville welcomed 512,112 visitors in 2018, setting a new attendance record for the fourth consecutive year and marking the first time the number of guests exceeded more than half a million in the zoo’s history. Read More
KUB’s Project Help Spreads Warmth During Cold Winter Months
Posted: 01/07/2019
With the cold winter months ahead, many families will struggle with the cost of heating their homes. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Set for Jan. 7, 2019
Posted: 01/03/2019
A public auction will be held at the Vehicle Impound Lot on Vice Mayor Jack Sharp Road (formerly BMX Blvd) beginning at 10:00 A.M on Jan. 7, 2019. Read More
Cumberland Avenue Traffic Analysis
Posted: 01/02/2019
The City's Communications Department periodically has been asked questions about traffic flow, statistics on collisions and private investment along the Cumberland Avenue Corridor since the Cumberland Avenue reconstruction project was completed in August 2017. Read More
McKenney to Speak at Library’s Books Sandwiched In Series
Posted: 01/02/2019
Knox County Public Library invites the public to join Dr. Zach McKenney for a consideration of Janesville: An American Story by Amy Goldstein, at noon on Wed., Jan. 23, 2019 in the East Tennessee History Center auditorium (601 South Gay Street). Read More
Knox County Health Dept. Offers Guidance This Flu Season
Posted: 01/01/2019
With cold and flu season upon us, the Knox County Health Department (KCHD) is encouraging the public to follow some basic precautions to reduce the spread of disease and avoid unnecessarily overburdening hospital emergency departments. Read More
Dogwood Arts Festival Returns to Heart of Downtown Knoxville
Posted: 01/01/1800
Dogwood Arts Festival Returns to Heart of Downtown Knoxville Apr. 26-28, 2019. Read More

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Zoo Knoxville's Newest Eatery Now Open

Free Fishing Day at Cove at Concord Park on June 8, 2019

City Operations Schedule for 2019 Memorial Day Weekend

Nikki Giovanni Historical Marker Unveiled on May 23, 2019

TDOT to Suspend All Lane Closure Activity for the Holiday Weekend

KCDC Launches Construction on Final Phase of Five Points Revitalization

Katy Hawley Named Good Neighbor of the Year

Old City Roads Close for Rhythm N' Blooms Festival Weekend

City to Highlight Public Works on Social Media During National Public Works Week

Concerts on the Square Live Music Series Continues

Bicycle Safety Campaign Early Data Shows Promising Results

KPD's Defensive Driving Program for Teens Set for June 7-8, 2019

KPD To Participate In Click It Or Ticket Campaign

KAT Operations Leadership Sees Changes

U.S. Census 2020 Kicks Off Local Effort

600 Block of Market St. Set to Close on May 8, 2019

Zoo Knoxville Celebrates Mother's Day with Free Admission for Moms

Child Safety Seat Checkpoint May 11, 2019

Knoxville ‘Got on Board’

Fifth Draft of Recode Knoxville Available on Website

City's Finance Dept. Honored for 30th Year with Award

Change Center Community Hiring Event Set for May 6, 2019

Vesser Named Officer of the Month for January 2019

Major Presented with Community Service Award

Mattina Presented with Community Service Award

Henard Presented with Community Service Award

Bush Presented with Community Service Award

KPD's Special Crimes Unit Presented with Unit Award

North Knoxville Fire Updates

Safety City Presented with Unit Award

Electric Scooters Launch Downtown

Traffic Pattern Switch Begins on East Blount Avenue

Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles May 6, 2019

Mayor Rogero Presents Final State of the City

Downtown Streets Closed for Upcoming Events

Ijams River Rescue Removes Close to 37 Tons of Trash From Area Waterways

City's Annual Teen Step Show Set for Apr. 27, 2019

Four Community Development Partners Win Equity Awards

Street Rod Nationals South Heading to Knoxville May 3-5, 2019

KAT Offers Free Rides for National Get On Board Day

Phase 2 Improvements to Civic Auditorium & Coliseum Begin Apr. 29, 2019

Annual Equity Awards Breakfast Set for Apr. 23, 2019

KCDC to Preview Draft Austin Homes Master Plan at April 30 Open House

City Offices Closed Apr. 19, 2019

Milling, Paving of N. Central Street Begins Apr. 16, 2019

100 Block of S. Gay St. Closed to Vehicles Apr. 16, 2019

Concerts on the Square Series Begins May 2, 2019

Parks and Recreation Accepting Challenge Grant Applications

Annual Rossini Festival to Bring Unique Sights & Sounds to Downtown

Next KPD Drug Overdose Support Group Meeting Set for Apr. 12, 2019

Mayor Rogero's State of the City Address Set for April 26, 2019

Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Apr. 13, 2019

City's 2019-20 Annual Action Plan Available for Public Comment

Police Advisory & Review Committee Meeting Apr. 24, 2019

Open Streets Knoxville is Returning to West Knoxville on May 19, 2019

Health Dept.'s Next Diabetes Management Series Starts April 11, 2019

Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Apr. 15, 2019

KPD Lt. DeBow Awarded the Mike Waggoner Leadership Award

KPD Officer Hardin Named Purple Heart Recipient

KPD Sgt. Shaffer Selected as 2018 KPD Officer of the Year

KPD Lt. Evans Selected as 2018 KPD Officer of the Year

Small Selected as 2018 KPD Employee of the Year

KPD Explorer Goldman Selected as 2018 KPD Explorer of the Year

Tennessee River Grand Slam Cleanup Continues in Knoxville

Legacy Parks Opens New Water Stations within Urban Wilderness

Fort Kid Reopens; Future Upgrades Planned

Dogwood Arts Chalk Walk Brings Color to Knoxville Sidewalks

Health Dept. Sees Increase in Hepatitis A Cases

KAT Announces Real-Time Bus Tracker App

Registration Now Open for 2019 Neighborhood Conference

Save Our Sons Positive Engagement with Law Enforcement Workshop Set for Mar. 30, 2019

Temporary Rolling Street Closures and a New Finish Line for this Weekend's Knoxville Marathon

Electric Scooter Pilot Program Launches in Knoxville

City to Hold Neighborhood Safety Workshop Series

Next PARC Meeting Scheduled for April 24, 2019

Over 220 Volunteers Expected for 2019 South Knoxville Community Cleanup

Zaevion Dobson Memorial Foundation to Present Gift to The Change Center on Skate for Zae Day

Seven Projects Receive Historic Preservation Funds