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Communications Director

Jesse Fox Mayshark
jmayshark@knoxvilletn.gov
(865) 215-3710

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

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

2018 Peace Officers Memorial Service Honors Sacrifices, Dedication
Posted: 05/18/2018
A large crowd gathered Friday, May 18, 2018 at the Knoxville Civic Coliseum for the annual Knoxville-Knox County Peace Officers Memorial Service to honor the service and sacrifices of local law-enforcement officers. Read More
Groundbreakings Anticipate More Affordable Housing
Posted: 05/18/2018
Two groundbreaking events held Monday set wheels in motion for the creation of a total of 252 units of affordable housing in Knoxville. Read More
New Golf Cart Fleet at Whittle Springs
Posted: 05/18/2018
As of last week, the beat-up golf carts at the City’s Whittle Springs Golf Course are gone. Now, a fleet of 60 new carts are motoring over the course’s three-year-old new cart paths – a combined investment of almost $700,000 since 2015. Read More
Ribbon-cutting for W. Jackson Ave. Projects
Posted: 05/17/2018
On Thursday morning, May 24, 2018 Mayor Rogero will cut a ribbon to celebrate the more than $2 million in streetscape upgrades along West Jackson Avenue in the Old City, between North Broadway and North Central Street. Read More
Merchants, Volunteers to Tidy Up Cumberland Ave.
Posted: 05/16/2018
The Cumberland Avenue Merchants Association (CAMA), Keep Knoxville Beautiful and the City of Knoxville will host a Cumberland Avenue Cleanup event from 9-11 a.m. on Tuesday, May 22. Read More
Surplus City Properties Being Sold Online Now Through May 23, 2018
Posted: 05/15/2018
After a successful first round earlier this year, the City of Knoxville is again auctioning surplus City-owned property through an online bidding process. Read More
Community Band to Perform Free Concert May, 20, 2018
Posted: 05/15/2018
The Knoxville Community Band will perform a free concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, May 20, at the Tennessee Amphitheatre at World’s Fair Park. Read More
Short-Term Rental Update: Enforcement Software, Tax Collection Agreement
Posted: 05/10/2018
Beginning this month, it will be easier for the City of Knoxville to track short-term rental hosts in neighborhoods across the city and ensure that they are operating legally. Read More
Henley St. Lanes Closed During Light Maintenance
Posted: 05/10/2018
This weekend, contractor crews will be doing maintenance work on and upgrading the decorative lighting on the pedestrian bridge that spans Henley Street at the Convention Center, prompting night-time temporary lane closures. Read More
Community Invited to Recode Knoxville Open Houses
Posted: 05/10/2018
A series of open houses for the Recode Knoxville zoning code update will be held May 16-19. Read More
Ribbon Cutting for Staircase Mural Set May 23, 2018
Posted: 05/09/2018
On Wednesday, May 23, 2018 Mayor Rogero and other supporters of public art will cut a ribbon and officially reopen the historic metal staircase that connects the Gay Street Viaduct to Jackson Avenue below. Read More
Knox County Students Present Latitude 35 Poetry Reading
Posted: 05/08/2018
More than 50 students from 20 Knox County elementary, middle and high schools presented original poetry work at the Latitude 35: Student Poetry Reading on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at the World’s Fair Park Amphitheater. Read More
Zoo Offers Free Admission to Moms on Mother's Day
Posted: 05/08/2018
Zoo Knoxville celebrates Mother’s Day with free admission for all moms on Sunday, May 13, 2018. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint May 12, 2018
Posted: 05/07/2018
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, May 12, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Purple Cities Alliance Hosts Celebration May 11, 2018
Posted: 05/04/2018
The Purple Cities Alliance, which works to create happy, safe and compassionate environments for those with dementia, will mark its fourth anniversary at a celebration on Friday, May 11, and wants all Knoxville-area residents to wear purple in a show of support and awareness. Read More
City Celebrates Older Americans Month
Posted: 05/04/2018
May is Older Americans Month, and this year’s theme is “Engage at Every Age,” which the Parks and Recreation staff at the City’s senior centers sets out to do every day. In fact, AARP just designated Knoxville an Age-Friendly Community. Read More
Street Markings in West Knoxville to Begin May 7, 2018
Posted: 05/04/2018
If you want the painted yellow striping on your street to look crisp and not muddled, give the City paint crew a few minutes to finish the markings. These City efforts enhance the safety of Knoxville motorists. Read More
Knoxville Parks & Recreation Launches K.O.R.E. Summer Camp
Posted: 05/03/2018
Knoxville youth will have the chance at a daily adventure this summer break with the City’s recently revamped K.O.R.E. Summer Camp, administered by Knoxville Parks and Recreation. Read More
City's 311 Center Named CS Week 311's Awards of Excellence Finalist
Posted: 05/02/2018
Two cities with progressive 311 customer service organizations were announced today as winner and finalist of CS Week 311’s Awards of Excellence. Read More
City's 10th Annual Business Breakfast June 13, 2018
Posted: 05/01/2018
The City of Knoxville’s 10th annual Business Breakfast will be held 7:30-11:30 a.m. on June 13, 2018 at the Knoxville Coliseum at 500 Howard Baker Jr. Ave. Read More
New Science Museum, Police/Fire HQ Announced in Mayor Rogero's State of the City
Posted: 04/27/2018
Mayor Rogero presented her State of the City Address today at Mary Costa Plaza at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum. Read More
City's New Public Works Building Receives Architecture Award
Posted: 04/24/2018
The City’s Public Works Service Center has received a design award from the East Tennessee Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), presented at the 2018 Design Awards Gala. Read More
Public Hearing Set May 7, 2018 for Annual Action Plan
Posted: 04/24/2018
A public hearing on the City of Knoxville’s 2018-19 Draft Annual Action Plan for Community Development will be held at 5:30 p.m. on May 7, 2018 at the John T. O’Connor Center, 611 Winona St. Read More
Endangered Mountain Zebra Arrive at Zoo Knoxville
Posted: 04/23/2018
Three endangered Hartmann’s mountain zebra arrived at Zoo Knoxville on Friday, April 20, 2018. Read More
City-Owned Volunteer Landing Dock Opens
Posted: 04/20/2018
By the end of today (Friday, April 20, 2018), the new 360-foot-long Volunteer Landing boat dock near Calhoun’s restaurant will reopen for public use. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Announces Unexpected Death of White-Handed Gibbon
Posted: 04/18/2018
Zoo Knoxville is saddened to announce the unexpected death of Naomi white-handed gibbon. Read More
Knoxville Area Transit wins North American Safety Award
Posted: 04/18/2018
Keeping people safe – whether it is a passenger or an employee – is always the underlying first priority for Knoxville Area Transit (KAT). Read More
Urban League, SEEED to Promote Community Engagement
Posted: 04/17/2018
Planners want to make sure everyone’s voice is heard as the City’s zoning code undergoes its first major update in nearly 60 years. Read More
Open Streets Knoxville Returns May 20, 2018
Posted: 04/17/2018
On Sunday, May 20th, 2018 from 2-6 PM, Knoxvillians are invited to walk, bike, jog or dance their way through town at Open Streets Knoxville. Read More
KUB Lane Closures on Union Ave.and State St.
Posted: 04/16/2018
Due to utility maintenance, KUB will have lane closures on Union Avenue on April 17 and on State Street April 17-20, 2018. Read More
Section of Church Ave. to Close for Crane Removal
Posted: 04/16/2018
You’ve probably noticed the large tower crane and crews that for months have been erecting a new hotel at the intersection of Church Avenue and State Street. Read More
TDOT Lane Closures on I-40 Near Exits 380 & 381
Posted: 04/13/2018
Motorists traveling on I-40 in Knoxville should be alert for lane closures that will have a significant impact on travel again this weekend. Read More
'What Real Courage' Program Includes Movie & Panel Discussion at Tennessee Theatre
Posted: 04/13/2018
On Sunday, April 15, 2018 at 3 p.m., the Tennessee Theatre, Beck Cultural Exchange Center and Knoxville Area Urban League have partnered to host a free event in recognition of the 50th anniversary of the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and the 55th anniversary of the desegregation of the Tennessee Theatre. Read More
Get Off Your Glass this Earth Day Apr. 22, 2018
Posted: 04/13/2018
Sierra Nevada Brewing Co. has partnered up with Keep Knoxville Beautiful to host a new event to Get Off Your Glass! On April 22, 2018, the first Get Off Your Glass event will be held in celebration of Earth Day 2018. Read More
Rossini Festival Pitches Tents Downtown Apr. 14, 2018
Posted: 04/12/2018
Knoxville Opera’s 17th annual Rossini Festival International Street Fair on Gay Street is this Saturday, April 14, 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Read More
Concerts on the Square Series Begins May 1
Posted: 04/12/2018
The City’s Concerts on the Square live music series on Market Square begins the second week of May. Read More
Mayor Announces City's Commitment to MLB 'Play Ball' Initiative
Posted: 04/12/2018
Mayor Madeline Rogero announced Thursday, April 12, 2018 that the City will continue its commitment to the “Play Ball” initiative, a national effort led by Major League Baseball, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of America, to encourage youth to play baseball and softball. Read More
City Renovations Underway to Bring One-Stop Shop for Permits
Posted: 04/11/2018
Renovations are now underway at the City County Building to bring a one-stop shop for City permitting services, which will offer one counter for all development needs in the City. Read More
Knoxville To Host 2019 Bassmaster Classic On The Tennessee River
Posted: 04/11/2018
For the first time in its 49-year history, the GEICO Bassmaster Classic presented by DICK’S Sporting Goods will be held on the Tennessee River out of Knoxville, it was announced today by B.A.S.S. and the host organization, Visit Knoxville. Read More
KAT Receives $3.6M Federal Grant for Electric Buses
Posted: 04/11/2018
The Federal Transit Administration has awarded Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) a $3.6 million grant to purchase electric buses and charging equipment. Read More
Principal Secretary Named Employee of the Year For Her Dedication, Teamwork, and Performance
Posted: 04/10/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch named Janice Woodard the 2017 Employee of the Year for the Knoxville Police Department. Ms. Woodard has been with KPD since November 1998. Read More
Sgt. Sammy Shaffer Named Officer of the Year for Outstanding Service and Dedication to KPD and Citizens of Knoxville
Posted: 04/10/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch named Sgt. Sammy Shaffer the 2017 Officer of the Year. Sgt. Shaffer has been with KPD since October 2001. Read More
KPD Explorer Sheppard Honored for Dedication, Dependability, and Service
Posted: 04/10/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch named Joseph Sheppard the 2017 Explorer of the Year for the Knoxville Police Department. Read More
Officer Jay Williams Presented Purple Heart after Being Shot During January Traffic Stop
Posted: 04/10/2018
Officer Jay Williams Presented Purple Heart after Being Shot During January Traffic Stop Read More
Lt. Vince Ayub Honored for Dedication and Contribution to Law Enforcement
Posted: 04/10/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch honored Knoxville Police Department Lieutenant Vince Ayub for his selfless dedication to the Knoxville Police Department and the law enforcement profession. Read More
Investigator Booker Named Recipient of Mike Waggoner Leadership Award for 2017
Posted: 04/10/2018
Knoxville Police Department Investigator Jason Booker was named the 2017 recipient of the Mike Waggoner Leadership Award. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Apr. 14, 2018
Posted: 04/09/2018
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Apr. 14, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
KUB Lane Closures on State Street Apr. 10-13, 2018
Posted: 04/09/2018
KUB crews will implement intermittent lane closures as needed on State Street between Cumberland Avenue and Union Avenue overnight from 8 p.m. – 5 a.m., on Tuesday, April 10 through Wednesday morning, April 11, and again Thursday, April 12, through Friday morning, April 13, to allow safe access to manholes. Read More
City's 2018-19 Annual Action Plan Available for Public Comment
Posted: 04/06/2018
The draft of the City's Annual Action Plan for the 2018-2019 program year is available for public comment beginning April 6, 2018. Read More
Music Festival Closes Block of Jackson Ave., Old City Parking
Posted: 04/05/2018
Downtown visitors should keep in mind a few road closures and detours before traveling for this weekend’s festivities. Read More
City Recognizes Community Development Partners with Equity Awards
Posted: 04/03/2018
Mayor Madeline Rogero and Becky Wade, the City of Knoxville’s Community Development Director, recognized partners and projects that prioritize fair and affordable housing, job creation, and access and inclusion of persons with disabilities at today’s Equity Awards ceremony. Read More
Construction at Knoxville Station Platform Starts Apr. 9, 2018
Posted: 04/03/2018
Starting April 9th and for approximately three weeks, the Knoxville Station platform at 301 E. Church Ave. will undergo some construction work. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Set for Apr. 9, 2018
Posted: 04/02/2018
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. 9, 2018. Read More
New First Creek Greenway Segment Connects Fulton High School and Edgewood Park
Posted: 04/02/2018
City of Knoxville officials and community stakeholders cut the ribbon Monday for a new 0.6-mile segment of First Creek Greenway, connecting Fulton High School at Woodland Avenue to Edgewood Park. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Offers Big Egg Hunt Mar. 31, 2018
Posted: 03/29/2018
Zoo Knoxville’s Big Egg Hunt will take place Saturday, March 31, 2018. Easter eggs-some for guests and some for animals-will be hidden throughout the zoo and quite a few will have surprises inside. Read More
Unwanted Medication Collection to be held Mar. 31, 2018
Posted: 03/28/2018
The Knoxville Police Department along with the Knox County and City of Knoxville Solid Waste Offices, the Knox County Health Department and other members of the East Tennessee Regional Medication Collection Coalition will be on hand to collect and properly dispose of unwanted medicines on Saturday, March 31, 2018 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in the South Knoxville Food City parking lot at 7608 Mountain Grove Dr. Read More
Interstate Construction Halted for Easter Holiday
Posted: 03/28/2018
The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all interstate construction work this Easter weekend in anticipation of increased holiday travel. Read More
"Art of Recycling" Sculpture Exhibition on Display April 5-22 at Knoxville Convention Center
Posted: 03/28/2018
Sculptures created by nine University of Tennessee art students that incorporate materials provided by steel recycler Gerdau will be on display April 5-22 at the Knoxville Convention Center on its Clinch Concourse. Read More
Stormwater Utility Installation to Close Intersection at Broadway & Central St.
Posted: 03/28/2018
As part of the City’s $5.8 million North Central Street streetscapes project, the intersection of North Central Street and North Broadway will be closed for 12 days, beginning at 6 a.m. on Monday, April 2. Read More
Public Meeting on Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project Set for Apr. 5, 2018
Posted: 03/28/2018
City staff and design and right-of-way acquisition consultants will hold a public meeting on the Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project at 6 p.m. on Thursday, Apr. 5, 2018 at South Knoxville Elementary School, 801 Sevier Ave. Read More
Ribbon Cutting for First Creek Greenway Apr. 2, 2018
Posted: 03/28/2018
Mayor Madeline Rogero, City Council, Fulton High School Principal Speas, and officials will cut the ribbon for a 0.6-mile segment of First Creek Greenway that connects Fulton High School to Edgewood Park. Read More
Massey to Retire, Mayor Appoints Sharp as Neighborhood Coordinator
Posted: 03/27/2018
With two full-time staff, big changes are in store for the City of Knoxville’s Office of Neighborhoods. Read More
Knoxville to Hold U.S. Pro Road & ITT Championships for Second Year
Posted: 03/27/2018
The 2018 USA Cycling Professional Road, Individual Time Trial and Criterium National Championships will be held in Knoxville, Tenn. from June 21-24. Read More
KUB Lane Closures for Mar. 27-20, 2018
Posted: 03/26/2018
Due to utility work, KUB will have lane closures on State St., S. Northshore Dr. and Glad Hill Dr. Read More
Kirk Anderson Named Good Neighbor of the Year
Posted: 03/24/2018
Timbercrest resident Kirk Anderson was named this year’s Diana Conn Good Neighbor of the Year before a crowd of approximately 600 people at Saturday’s 2018 Neighborhood Conference, held at Hotel Knoxville (formerly Knoxville Marriott). Read More
Section of Eastbound Lane of Cumberland Ave. to Close for One Day
Posted: 03/23/2018
A section of the eastbound lane of Cumberland Avenue between 19th Street and 17th Street will close for one weekday during the week of March 25, to accommodate work by private developers in the public right-of-way. Read More
East Tennessee Childhood Obesity Coalition Convenes for Kickoff Event Mar. 23, 2018
Posted: 03/23/2018
On Friday, March 23, from 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. members of the East Tennessee Childhood Obesity Coalition will convene for a kickoff event under new leadership from the University of Tennessee. This meeting will be the start of strategic planning for new initiatives for the region that will help to combat childhood obesity. Read More
City Services Schedule for Good Friday Mar. 30, 2018
Posted: 03/23/2018
City of Knoxville offices will be closed Friday, March 30, 2018 for the Good Friday Holiday. Read More
Recode Knoxville First Draft of Zoning Update Published, Meeting Mar. 22, 2018
Posted: 03/22/2018
The first draft of a comprehensive update of the City of Knoxville zoning ordinance has been published online, and it will be presented for public feedback at a community meeting at 5:30 p.m. tonight, March 22, at the Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave. Read More
Save Our Sons Positive Engagement with Law Enforcement Workshop Mar. 31, 2018
Posted: 03/22/2018
The City of Knoxville’s Save Our Sons initiative is partnering with the Knoxville Police Department (KPD), Knox County Attorney General’s Office, the City’s Police Advisory and Review Committee (PARC) and The Change Center to host a Positive Engagement with Law Enforcement workshop Saturday, March 31, from 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. at KPD’s Training Center (6838 Cement Plant Road). Read More
Temporary Street Closures, No Parking Zones Accompany 2018 Knoxville Marathon
Posted: 03/21/2018
This weekend’s Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon events will bring together as many as 9,000 participants, dozens of cheering volunteers and hundreds of fans urging runners toward the finish line. Read More
Meet Easter Bunny, Hunt Candy-Filled Eggs at Beardsley Community Farm Mar. 31, 2018
Posted: 03/19/2018
Easter egg hunters ages 2 to 10 are invited to CAC Beardsley Community Farm’s 2018 Community Egg Hunt from 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, March 31. (The rain date is April 7.) Read More
City Solid Waste Management Facility Closed Mar. 16, 2018
Posted: 03/16/2018
Due to a fire that occurred Thursday evening, the City’s Solid Waste Management Facility, 1033 Elm St., will be closed Friday, March 16. Read More
Solid Waste Management Facility to Reopen Mar. 17, 2018
Posted: 03/16/2018
The City of Knoxville’s Solid Waste Management Facility will reopen at 8 a.m. tomorrow, March 17, after a fire in one of its garbage pits Thursday night. City crews have been on site today cleaning and assessing the damage from the fire. Read More
KUB Lane Closures Through Mar. 27, 2018
Posted: 03/16/2018
Due to utility work, KUB will have lane closures at S. Northshore Dr., Kingston Pike, Central Ave. Pike Rd., Granda Dr., Henry Haynes Rd., and Ferd Hickey Rd. Read More
First Draft of Updated Ordinance to Be Presented at Community Meeting Mar. 22, 2018
Posted: 03/15/2018
A community meeting for the Recode Knoxville zoning ordinance update will be held at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 22, at the City of Knoxville’s Public Works Service Center, 3131 Morris Ave. Read More
Knoxville Celebrates Transit Driver Appreciation Day Mar. 16, 2018
Posted: 03/14/2018
Mayor Madeline Rogero will be joined by State Representative Rick Staples in celebrating our city’s unsung transportation heroes with Transit Driver Appreciation Day on Friday, March 16th. Read More
2018 St. Patrick's Day Celebrations to Impact Downtown Streets, Parking
Posted: 03/14/2018
St. Patrick’s Day gets the full-weekend treatment this year, mixing Irish music and festivities with two road runs and a parade. Read More
KUB to Close N. Broadway and W. Jackson Avenue Intersection
Posted: 03/13/2018
KUB will implement a closure of the N. Broadway and W. Jackson Avenue intersection to perform water and electric distribution system work in support of new development continuously from 2:30 p.m. Saturday, March 17, through midnight Friday, March 23. Read More
New Safety Requirements for Festivals, Special Events
Posted: 03/12/2018
Organizers of festivals and other public events are invited to a March 22 meeting to learn details of new City safety and security measures. Read More
Purchase Tickets Now for Knoxville’s First-Ever Dragon Lights Festival
Posted: 03/12/2018
Knoxville’s first-ever Dragon Lights Festival is just two weeks away, and tickets are available now for the spectacular display of larger-than-life lanterns at Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center. Read More
Partial Closure of Lakeshore Park Greenway Mar. 14-15, 2018
Posted: 03/12/2018
KUB will close a section of the Lakeshore Park Greenway from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. on Wednesday, March 14, and Thursday, March 15, 2018 to facilitate safe conditions as work is performed on the utility infrastructure in the park. Read More
PARC Meeting Set for Apr. 19, 2018
Posted: 03/09/2018
PARC Executive Director Clarence Vaughn and members of the Police Advisory & Review Committee will hold their quarterly meeting at 6 p.m. on April 19, 2018 at Lonsdale Community Center, 2700 Stonewall Street. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Offers $2 Off Admission Mar. 12-16, 2018
Posted: 03/09/2018
To celebrate Spring Break, Zoo Knoxville is offering $2 off general admission tickets Monday, March 12 through Friday, March 16, 2018. Read More
Officer Honored with Life Saving Award for Response to Shooting Victim
Posted: 03/08/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch awarded the Life Saving Award to Knoxville Police Department Officer John Stevens. Read More
Attempt to Solve Cold Case Homicide Though Video Reenactment Earns Employee Honors
Posted: 03/08/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch named Greg Whitaker the December 2017 Employee of the Month. Read More
An Arrest of Multiple Home Burglary Suspect Earns Officers Award
Posted: 03/08/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch named Knoxville Police Department Officers Jeff Damewood and John Pickens the December 2017 Officers of the Month. Read More
KPD’s Mobile Field Force Commended for Outstanding Dedication to Safety and Security of Community Events
Posted: 03/08/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch awarded the department’s Mobile Field Force a Unit Commendation for their dedication to safety and security during multiple events in 2017. Read More
Central Business District Officers Awarded Unit Commendation for Quick Action in Arrest of Multiple Vehicle Theft Suspects
Posted: 03/08/2018
On December 6, 2017, six vehicles were reported stolen from a downtown hotel. Read More
Life Saving Award Presented to Officers After Response to Vehicle Crash
Posted: 03/08/2018
Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch presented the Life Saving Award to five officers after their response to a vehicle crash resulted in saving the life of a trapped victim. Read More
Continued Efforts to Save a Life Earns Officer Honors
Posted: 03/08/2018
Knoxville Mayor Madeline Rogero and Police Chief David Rausch presented the Life Saving Award to Knoxville Police Department Officer James Williams. Read More
Mayor Rogero Honors City Employees & Retirees
Posted: 03/07/2018
At a special luncheon today held 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
Fire Department Provides 'Stop the Bleed' Training
Posted: 03/07/2018
City firefighters, paramedics and Emergency Medical Technicians typically reach an emergency scene in a matter of minutes. But when seconds count, that might be too late. Read More
Executive Director of Centro Hispano, to discuss The Far Away Brothers by Lauren Markham
Posted: 03/07/2018
Knox County Public Library invites the public to join Claudia Caballero, Executive Director of Centro Hispano de East Tennessee, for a discussion of The Far Away Brothers: Two Young Migrants and the Making of an American Life by Lauren Markham at noon on Wednesday, March 28 in the East Tennessee History Center auditorium. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Mar. 10, 2018
Posted: 03/05/2018
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Mar. 10, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Public Meeting on Brownfield Clean-up Projects, Mar. 19, 2018
Posted: 03/05/2018
There will be a public meeting on two brownfield cleanup projects (former McClung Warehouses site and former Sanitary Laundry site) at 6 p.m. on Monday, March 19, 2018 at St. John’s Lutheran Church, 544 N. Broadway. Read More
Storm Drain To Be Installed Across Lyons View Pike
Posted: 03/02/2018
Wet February weather twice postponed a week-long storm drain installation across Lyons View Pike near Harley Drive, but the project is back on schedule, set to begin this weekend. Read More
S&P Affirms City's High Bond Rating
Posted: 03/02/2018
Citing the City of Knoxville’s “very strong management” and “strong budgetary performance,” Standard & Poor’s has affirmed the City’s AA+ bond rating. Read More
Wetlands Being Planted at Fountain City Lake
Posted: 03/02/2018
This week, contractor crews have been planting two wetlands at Fountain City Lake – one of the last steps in the City’s ongoing commitment to improve the lake’s water quality. Read More
KUB Marks Tennessee Arbor Day By Planting Trees at Habitat for Humanity Homes
Posted: 03/02/2018
The first Friday in March is designated as Tennessee Arbor Day, and since 2008, KUB has marked this day planting trees at Habitat for Humanity homes. Today, KUB and its contractor, Volunteer Erosion Control (VEC), planted 15 dogwood trees in the neighborhoods with Habitat for Humanity homes built over the past year within KUB’s service territory. Read More
Bridge Repairs to Impact Travel on I-40 This Weekend, Mar. 2-5, 2018
Posted: 03/02/2018
Motorists traveling on I-40 in Knoxville should be alert for lane closures that will have a significant impact on travel this weekend. Read More
Mardi Growl Brings Dogs to Downtown March 3, 2018
Posted: 03/01/2018
Hundreds of puppers and their people will take to the streets of downtown Knoxville Saturday, March 3, for the 11th annual Young-Williams Animal Center’s Mardi Growl Parade and Festival, presented by Old City Wine Bar. Read More
Zoo Knoxville's New Gibbon Trails and Langur Landing Opens Mar. 2, 2018
Posted: 03/01/2018
Zoo Knoxville will host the official ribbon-cutting ceremony for Gibbon Trails and Langur Landing, a $6 million multi-acre habitat for white-handed gibbons and silvered leaf langurs, on Friday, March 2, 2018, at 10:30 a.m. Read More
Lane on Chapman Hwy. at Henley Bridge Closed for a Week
Posted: 03/01/2018
Beginning Friday morning, March 2, one northbound lane of Chapman Highway between Blount Avenue and the Henley Bridge will be closed as a contractor builds curb, gutter and sidewalk for the One Riverwalk apartment complex under construction. Read More
KUB Lane Closures on State St. and Market St.
Posted: 02/27/2018
KUB will have lane closures on State Street and Market Street. Read More
City Crews Resume Brush Collections Mar. 5, 2018
Posted: 02/26/2018
With spring weather upon us, and hundreds of Knoxville residents getting an early start on their gardening and landscaping tasks, City crews will be resuming bi-weekly brush pickup on Monday, March 5, 2018. Read More
KUB Lane Closures on Chapman Hwy. Feb. 27, 2018
Posted: 02/26/2018
KUB contract crews will continue to implement a lane closure of a short section of the curbside, northbound lane of Chapman Highway at Gwinfield Drive from 9 a.m.- noon on Tuesday, February 27, and work is performed on the streetlights in the area. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Invites Public to Name Baby Langur
Posted: 02/26/2018
Zoo Knoxville invites the public to help choose the name for the baby silvered leaf langur that surprised everyone with his birth in late 2017. Read More
Portion of Third Creek Greenway Closed Monday, Feb. 26, 2018
Posted: 02/23/2018
A portion of Third Creek Greenway will be closed for about a week, beginning Monday, Feb. 26, as crews do repair work to the “zig-zag bridge” near Safety City and Concord St. Read More
Latex Paint Can Be Solidified and Discarded Starting March 1st
Posted: 02/23/2018
City of Knoxville officials are reminding all residents that beginning March 1, 2018, the Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) drop-off site located within the Solid Waste Management Facility, 1033 Elm St., will no longer be accepting latex paint. Read More
Winners of the 36th Annual Orchid Awards Announced
Posted: 02/21/2018
On Tuesday, February 20, 2018, Keep Knoxville Beautiful hosted the annual Orchids Beautification Awards at the Standard, 416 West Jackson Avenue, Knoxville, TN. The event honored Knoxville’s most beautiful properties by presenting awards in six different categories: redesign/reuse, outdoor space, new architecture, public art, restaurant/café/bar/brewery, and environmental stewardship. Read More
311 Center for Service Innovation Wins Teamwork Award
Posted: 02/20/2018
The City of Knoxville’s 311 Center for Service Innovation has won the 2018 Teamwork Award bestowed annually by the Government Contact Services Community of Practice, an organization that promotes networking and the exchange of effective practices among customer-service oriented governmental entities. Read More
City Names Recipients of Historic Preservation Funds
Posted: 02/16/2018
The City of Knoxville’s Community Development Department has selected six projects to receive funding from the Historic Preservation Fund for the 2018-19 budget year. City Council voted to approve the spending on Tuesday, Feb. 13. Read More
Registration Now Open for 2018 Neighborhood Conference
Posted: 02/15/2018
Neighborhood leaders, supporters and residents who want to learn more about the value of strong neighborhoods are invited to The Neighborhood Conference, being held Saturday, March 24, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Marriott, 501 E. Hill Ave. Read More
Storm Drain Installation Rescheduled on Lyons View Pike
Posted: 02/14/2018
Because thunderstorms, drizzle or at least a chance of spotty showers are predicted over 10 of the next 12 days, a planned storm drain installation across Lyons View Pike near Harley Drive has been postponed. Read More
Love Kitchen's Helen Ashe passes
Posted: 02/13/2018
Below is a statement from Mayor Madeline Rogero on Helen Ashe, co-founder of the Love Kitchen, who died today after 32 years of service to the community through the nationally acclaimed East Knoxville food pantry. Read More
Mardi Growl Set for March 3, 2018
Posted: 02/12/2018
Young-Williams Animal Center will celebrate the 11th annual Mardi Growl Parade and Festival downtown on Saturday, March 3, 2018. Read More
Last Week to Purchase Orchids Awards Tickets
Posted: 02/12/2018
On Tuesday February 20, 2018, Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host the annual Orchids Beautification Awards at The Standard, 416 West Jackson Avenue, from 6:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. The deadline for purchasing tickets is Thursday, February 15th. Read More
City Holds Budget Retreat Feb. 9, 2018
Posted: 02/09/2018
Mayor Madeline Rogero and her staff today presented a mid-year budget review and status reports on major City initiatives to City Council. Read More
Improvements Planned at Civic Auditorium and Coliseum
Posted: 02/08/2018
Coming soon to the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum: New seats! New lights! New ice floor! Read More
2017 Year in Review Report Available Online
Posted: 02/08/2018
In 2017, City of Knoxville employees completed hundreds of projects and delivered a wide range of services – everything from patching potholes and building sidewalks and greenways, to coordinating more than 1,500 festivals, concerts and other special events, to police officers and firefighters responding to emergencies. Read More
Storm Drain Installation to Close Section of Lyons View Pike
Posted: 02/07/2018
Weather permitting, City Public Service Department crews will be installing a storm drain across Lyons View Pike near Harley Drive, beginning Saturday, Feb. 17. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Saddened by Death of Beloved Penguin
Posted: 02/06/2018
Zoo Knoxville is saddened to announce the death of beloved zoo ambassador “Gypsy” African penguin. Read More
Library to Host Eudora Welty Discussion Series
Posted: 02/06/2018
Knox County Public Library is pleased to present Daring Greatly: the life and short fiction of Eudora Welty. Led by Professor Edward Francisco, this three part weekly reading/discussion series runs February 13-27 from 6:30-8:00 pm at Lawson McGhee Library. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Feb. 10, 2018
Posted: 02/05/2018
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Feb. 10, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Grainger Ave. Bridge Work, Expect Intermittent Blasts
Posted: 02/02/2018
Residents in neighborhoods surrounding the Grainger Avenue Bridge, located near the intersection of Grainger Avenue and Sixth Avenue, can expect to hear short, intermittent blasts on Monday, Feb. 5, as crews move forward in the bridge replacement project. Read More
City Grants Boost Creation of Affordable Housing
Posted: 02/02/2018
The City of Knoxville has allocated two grants from its Affordable Rental Development Program to assist in the construction of rental housing for low- and moderate-income tenants. Read More
Construction Will Temporarily Limit Travel on Park West Boulevard
Posted: 02/02/2018
As part of an ongoing expansion and construction project for Parkwest Medical Center, travel on Park West Boulevard will temporarily be effected for two weeks. Read More
Pace Rolls Into Knoxville, Offering Modern Dockless Bike Sharing
Posted: 02/01/2018
Pace, the dockless bike share service of choice for America’s smart cities and colleges, launched today in Knoxville, Tenn., making 200 smart bikes available for residents, students and visitors to make on-demand trips with just a tap on their smartphones. Read More
Remote Area Medical Kicks Off Five Day Medical Clinic
Posted: 01/30/2018
Remote Area Medical - the largest nongovernmental provider of mobile medical clinics delivering free high-quality dental, vision and medical care to underserved and uninsured individuals, children and families is coming back to Chilhowee Park’s Jacob Building located at 3301 East Magnolia Avenue in Knoxville, Tennessee. RAM’s 900th clinic will operate from Wednesday, January 31 through Sunday, February 4. Read More
City Accepting Community Agency Grant Applications
Posted: 01/26/2018
The City of Knoxville is now accepting applications from non-profit organizations interested in receiving a Community Agency Grant (CAG) for Fiscal Year 2018-19, which begins July 1, 2018. Read More
City Seeks Grant Applications from Providers of Homelessness Services
Posted: 01/26/2018
Beginning Monday, Feb. 5, 2018, the City of Knoxville will begin accepting applications for grants to fund programs that work to reduce and end homelessness in Knoxville. Applications will be available at www.knoxvilletn.gov/development (under “Homeless Grant” at the top of the page), and completed forms are due to the City of Knoxville's Community Development Department by Friday, Feb. 23. Read More
Knoxville Wins U.S. Conference of Mayors Award, Grant
Posted: 01/26/2018
On Thursday, Jan. 25, the U.S. Conference of Mayors (USCM) announced Knoxville as the 2018 1st place medium-sized city winner in the Childhood Obesity Prevention Grant program, sponsored by the American Beverage Foundation for a Healthy America. Read More
Community Development Annual Action Plan Meeting Set for Feb. 5, 2018
Posted: 01/25/2018
The City of Knoxville is developing its Annual Action Plan Update to its Five Year Consolidated Plan for the proposed use of U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), HOME Investment Partnership Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds for program year 2018-2019. Read More
Next PARC Meeting This Week, Jan. 25, 2018
Posted: 01/23/2018
PARC Executive Director Clarence Vaughn and members of the Police Advisory & Review Committee will hold their quarterly meeting at 6 p.m. on Jan. 25, 2018 at Knox County Education Association (KCEA), 2411 East Magnolia Ave. Read More
Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Set for Feb. 5, 2018
Posted: 01/22/2018
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. 5, 2018. Read More
Scripps Networks Donates New Overlook at Lakeshore Park
Posted: 01/22/2018
The Lakeshore Park Board and Mayor Madeline Rogero announced today that Scripps Networks Interactive has donated $3,000,000 to Lakeshore Park for the construction of a new scenic overlook at Lakeshore Park to be named in honor of pioneering home and garden cable network HGTV. Read More
Nominations Sought for City's Next Poet Laureate
Posted: 01/22/2018
The Arts & Culture Alliance of Greater Knoxville is inviting nominations for the next Poet Laureate for the City of Knoxville. Read More
Dragon Lights Festival Expected to Bring Tens of Thousands to East Knoxville
Posted: 01/19/2018
Dragon Lights, Knoxville’s first-ever Chinese lantern festival, will be held at Chilhowee Park & Expostion Center from March 16 – April 22, 2018. Read More
New 2018 State Maps Now Available from TDOT
Posted: 01/19/2018
The official 2018 Tennessee Transportation Map is now available for travelers. Read More
Lakeshore Park & City to Announce Major Gift for New Project at Park
Posted: 01/19/2018
On Monday, January 22, 2017 at 11:30 a.m., Dee Haslam, Chair of the Lakeshore Park Board, and Mayor Madeline Rogero will announce a major corporate gift to Lakeshore Park and plans for a new scenic overlook that will be constructed with the gift. Read More
South Knoxville Town Hall Meeting Set for Feb. 3, 2018
Posted: 01/19/2018
Officials who represent South Knoxville at the state and local levels will hold a town hall meeting Saturday, Feb. 3, at South-Doyle Middle School, 3900 Decatur Drive. Read More
KUB Utility Work Closes Roads Through Jan. 24, 2018
Posted: 01/19/2018
Due to utility work, KUB will have road closures on Hollywood Rd., Kingston Pike, Walnut St. and Piney Grove Church Rd. Read More
Keep Knoxville Beautiful Announces Orchid Awards Nominees
Posted: 01/16/2018
On February 20th , 2018 Keep Knoxville Beautiful will host its annual Orchid Awards dinner, honoring Knoxville’s most beautiful properties, public spaces, and public art. Read More
KUB Utility Work Road Closures on Blackstock Ave. & Piney Grove Church Rd.
Posted: 01/16/2018
Due to utility work, KUB will have road closures on Blackstock Ave. and Piney Grove Church Rd. Read More
Streetscape Work Next Week to Close 1 Block of North Central Street
Posted: 01/12/2018
Next week, beginning Monday, Jan. 15, North Central Street will be closed to through traffic between Depot and Magnolia avenues. Read More
West High Graduate Returns to Speak About Racial Discrimination Faced 50 Years Ago
Posted: 01/12/2018
A West High School graduate who recently shared his story of racial discrimination as a student on StoryCorps, a series of audio interviews broadcast on National Public Radio and archived at the Library of Congress, will make his first visit to the school since graduating more than 50 years ago. Read More
City Services Schedule for MLK, Jr. Holiday 2018
Posted: 01/11/2018
City of Knoxville offices will be closed on Monday, Jan. 15, for the Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday. Read More
Construction at Solid Waste Transfer Station Begins Jan. 16, 2018
Posted: 01/11/2018
Upgrades will be made to the City’s Solid Waste Management Facility, 1033 Elm St., beginning Tuesday, Jan. 16. Construction is scheduled to be completed by Feb. 2. Read More
Zoo Knoxville Has Third Consecutive Record Attendance Year in 2017
Posted: 01/10/2018
Zoo Knoxville welcomed 495,055 visitors in 2017, setting a new attendance record for the third year in a row and exceeding the record set in 2016 by 21,376 people. Read More
A Fresh Perspective of City Parks with New Drone Footage
Posted: 01/10/2018
Online viewers can now observe spectacular East Tennessee landscape from higher vantage points, thanks to new drone footage of City of Knoxville parks. Read More
Join the Knox County Public Library to Celebrate Dolly Parton’s Birthday
Posted: 01/09/2018
Join the Imagination Library and Knox County Public Library to celebrate Dolly Parton’s birthday on January 19 at 10:30 a.m. Read More
KUB’s Project Help Spreads Warmth During Cold Winter Months
Posted: 01/09/2018
With the cold winter months ahead, many families will struggle with the cost of heating their homes. Read More
Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Jan. 13, 2018
Posted: 01/08/2018
The Knoxville Police Department will conduct a free child car seat checkpoint on Saturday, Jan. 13, 2018 from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at 917 E. Fifth Avenue. Read More
Police Chief Rausch Joins Top Leaders On Council to Curb Crime Through Investments in Kids
Posted: 01/08/2018
This month, Fight Crime: Invest in Kids, an anti-crime organization of over 5,000 police chiefs, sheriffs, prosecutors and violence survivors, announced the organization’s new National Leadership Council comprised of nearly 30 elite law enforcement leaders and violence survivors from around the country. Read More
Engaging Neighbors Class Filling Up Fast, Deadline Jan. 12, 2018
Posted: 01/08/2018
Applications for the Office of Neighborhoods’ “Engaging Neighbors to Develop Stronger Neighborhoods” are still being accepted through Jan. 12, but the class is filling up fast. Read More
Jan. 16, 2018 Deadline Is Approaching for Good Neighbor Nominations
Posted: 01/08/2018
Nominations for the Neighbor of the Year are open and will be accepted through Tuesday, January 16, 2018. Read More
Library Presents Dr. Fletcher for Books Sandwiched In Program Jan. 24, 2018
Posted: 01/08/2018
Knox County Public Library invites the public to join UT alumnus Dr. Jason Fletcher for a discussion of his book The Genome Factor: What the Social Genomics Revolution Reveals about Ourselves, Our History, and the Future at noon on Wednesday, January 24 in the East Tennessee History Center auditorium. Read More
Short-Term Rental Permits Now Available in Knoxville
Posted: 01/03/2018
Beginning this week, Knoxville residents wishing to operate a short-term rental unit can apply for a permit from the City of Knoxville, provided they meet the conditions in the City’s newly adopted short-term rental ordinances. Read More
KUB Lane Closures for January 3-12, 2018
Posted: 01/03/2018
KUB will have lane closures on Union Ave., W. Church Ave. and Piney Grove Church Rd. Read More
Cuccaro & Vaughan Selected to 40 Under 40
Posted: 01/03/2018
Congratulations to two great members of our City of Knoxville team for their selection to Knoxville Business Journal's "40 Under 40"! Read More
King Week Celebration Jan. 5-Jan 15, 2018
Posted: 01/02/2018
Since 1982, the MLK Commission has been organizing a special celebration each year for the Knoxville area to commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Read More
County Offers Winter Weather Safety Tips
Posted: 01/02/2018
As temperatures in the teens and single digits continue the next few days, please take time to check on homebound seniors and anyone who may not be able to easily care for themselves. Read More
North Central Street Project Stakeholders Meeting Scheduled Jan. 11, 2018
Posted: 01/02/2018
Representatives from the City of Knoxville, Amec Foster Wheeler construction engineering inspections services, Vaughn and Melton civil engineering firm, Southern Constructors Inc. general contractor, Hedstrom Design landscape architecture, and Central Street residents, merchants and property owners will meet on Jan. 11, 2018 at the City's Public Works Service Center (3131 Morris Ave.) at 5 p.m. Read More

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New Golf Cart Fleet at Whittle Springs

Ribbon-cutting for W. Jackson Ave. Projects

Merchants, Volunteers to Tidy Up Cumberland Ave.

Surplus City Properties Being Sold Online Now Through May 23, 2018

Community Band to Perform Free Concert May, 20, 2018

Short-Term Rental Update: Enforcement Software, Tax Collection Agreement

Henley St. Lanes Closed During Light Maintenance

Community Invited to Recode Knoxville Open Houses

Ribbon Cutting for Staircase Mural Set May 23, 2018

Knox County Students Present Latitude 35 Poetry Reading

Zoo Offers Free Admission to Moms on Mother's Day

Child Safety Seat Checkpoint May 12, 2018

Purple Cities Alliance Hosts Celebration May 11, 2018

City Celebrates Older Americans Month

Street Markings in West Knoxville to Begin May 7, 2018

Knoxville Parks & Recreation Launches K.O.R.E. Summer Camp

City's 311 Center Named CS Week 311's Awards of Excellence Finalist

City's 10th Annual Business Breakfast June 13, 2018

New Science Museum, Police/Fire HQ Announced in Mayor Rogero's State of the City

City's New Public Works Building Receives Architecture Award

Public Hearing Set May 7, 2018 for Annual Action Plan

Endangered Mountain Zebra Arrive at Zoo Knoxville

City-Owned Volunteer Landing Dock Opens

Zoo Knoxville Announces Unexpected Death of White-Handed Gibbon

Knoxville Area Transit wins North American Safety Award

Urban League, SEEED to Promote Community Engagement

Open Streets Knoxville Returns May 20, 2018

KUB Lane Closures on Union Ave.and State St.

Section of Church Ave. to Close for Crane Removal

TDOT Lane Closures on I-40 Near Exits 380 & 381

'What Real Courage' Program Includes Movie & Panel Discussion at Tennessee Theatre

Get Off Your Glass this Earth Day Apr. 22, 2018

Rossini Festival Pitches Tents Downtown Apr. 14, 2018

Concerts on the Square Series Begins May 1

Mayor Announces City's Commitment to MLB 'Play Ball' Initiative

City Renovations Underway to Bring One-Stop Shop for Permits

Knoxville To Host 2019 Bassmaster Classic On The Tennessee River

KAT Receives $3.6M Federal Grant for Electric Buses

Principal Secretary Named Employee of the Year For Her Dedication, Teamwork, and Performance

Sgt. Sammy Shaffer Named Officer of the Year for Outstanding Service and Dedication to KPD and Citizens of Knoxville

KPD Explorer Sheppard Honored for Dedication, Dependability, and Service

Officer Jay Williams Presented Purple Heart after Being Shot During January Traffic Stop

Lt. Vince Ayub Honored for Dedication and Contribution to Law Enforcement

Investigator Booker Named Recipient of Mike Waggoner Leadership Award for 2017

Child Safety Seat Checkpoint Apr. 14, 2018

KUB Lane Closures on State Street Apr. 10-13, 2018

City's 2018-19 Annual Action Plan Available for Public Comment

Music Festival Closes Block of Jackson Ave., Old City Parking

City Recognizes Community Development Partners with Equity Awards

Construction at Knoxville Station Platform Starts Apr. 9, 2018

Public Auction of Impounded Vehicles Set for Apr. 9, 2018

New First Creek Greenway Segment Connects Fulton High School and Edgewood Park

Zoo Knoxville Offers Big Egg Hunt Mar. 31, 2018

Unwanted Medication Collection to be held Mar. 31, 2018

Interstate Construction Halted for Easter Holiday

"Art of Recycling" Sculpture Exhibition on Display April 5-22 at Knoxville Convention Center

Stormwater Utility Installation to Close Intersection at Broadway & Central St.

Public Meeting on Sevier Avenue Streetscapes Project Set for Apr. 5, 2018

Ribbon Cutting for First Creek Greenway Apr. 2, 2018

Massey to Retire, Mayor Appoints Sharp as Neighborhood Coordinator

Knoxville to Hold U.S. Pro Road & ITT Championships for Second Year

KUB Lane Closures for Mar. 27-20, 2018

Kirk Anderson Named Good Neighbor of the Year

Section of Eastbound Lane of Cumberland Ave. to Close for One Day

East Tennessee Childhood Obesity Coalition Convenes for Kickoff Event Mar. 23, 2018

City Services Schedule for Good Friday Mar. 30, 2018

Recode Knoxville First Draft of Zoning Update Published, Meeting Mar. 22, 2018

Save Our Sons Positive Engagement with Law Enforcement Workshop Mar. 31, 2018

Temporary Street Closures, No Parking Zones Accompany 2018 Knoxville Marathon

Meet Easter Bunny, Hunt Candy-Filled Eggs at Beardsley Community Farm Mar. 31, 2018

City Solid Waste Management Facility Closed Mar. 16, 2018

Solid Waste Management Facility to Reopen Mar. 17, 2018

KUB Lane Closures Through Mar. 27, 2018

First Draft of Updated Ordinance to Be Presented at Community Meeting Mar. 22, 2018

Knoxville Celebrates Transit Driver Appreciation Day Mar. 16, 2018

2018 St. Patrick's Day Celebrations to Impact Downtown Streets, Parking