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The last president to skip his successor's inauguration was Tennessee's Andrew Johnson
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 13:10:08 +0000
Author: Travis Dorman, Knoxville News Sentinel
When President Andrew Johnson skipped his successor's inauguration in 1869, he didn't announce it on Twitter.
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Knoxville entrepreneur and prison reform advocate Josh Smith among Trump's pardons
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 15:38:06 +0000
Author: Brenna McDermott, Knoxville News Sentinel
"You buy the $2 lottery ticket so at least there's a chance. But you send that (pardon application) in, anybody tells you it's just so rare."
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What could Biden's COVID-19 vaccination plan mean for Knox County?
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 03:00:10 +0000
Author: Allie Clouse, Knoxville News Sentinel
Joe Biden is expected to make changes to the country's COVID-19 vaccinations. Here's how Biden's proposal could play out in Knox County.
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University of Tennessee, Knox County Schools and Knox County COVID-19 case counts
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 21:27:19 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley and Monica Kast, Knoxville News Sentinel
A look at the latest coronavirus numbers, including positive tests, isolations and hospitalizations. Updated daily.
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COVID-19 vaccine distribution in Knoxville: What we know about when you can get it
Created: Thu, 17 Dec 2020 01:01:46 +0000
Author: Allie Clouse, Knoxville News Sentinel
Vaccine distribution will occur in six phases over months, with frontline health care workers and nursing home residents first up.
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Knoxville Biz Ticker: Accountable Care Coalition of Tennessee generates $21.2 Million in shared savings over two years under Next Generation
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 14:10:04 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Knoxville Biz Ticker: Get the latest updates on Knoxville business happenings
Man convicted in Tennessee fraud plot that bilked $14 million is pardoned by Trump
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 15:08:52 +0000
Author: Jamie Satterfield, Knoxville News Sentinel
Johnny D. Phillips of Bowling Green, Kentucky, was convicted fraud scheme that bilked $14 million from 164 investors in four states.
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How we got here: A timeline of COVID-19's impact on the University of Tennessee
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 03:00:18 +0000
Author: Monica Kast, Knoxville News Sentinel
Here's a timeline of the major events and changes that were announced this year by the University of Tennessee.
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Police arrest man suspected of spray-painting 'death' on Mayor Kincannon's garage
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 23:41:42 +0000
Author: Travis Dorman, Knoxville News Sentinel
Christopher Greg Fortner, 44, of Sevierville, faces charges of vandalism and resisting arrest, the Knoxville Police Department announced.
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Tracking the number of COVID-19 vaccinations in Knoxville and East Tennessee
Created: Wed, 13 Jan 2021 18:32:02 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
COVID-19 vaccine inoculations began last month to the most at-risk groups and those on the front lines. How long before it's available to everyone?
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee pushes for all schools to return in-person as legislature begins special session
Created: Wed, 20 Jan 2021 06:38:04 +0000
Author: Natalie Allison and Meghan Mangrum, Nashville Tennessean
The House and Senate on Tuesday began a special legislative session on education with a focus on returning all schools to in-person learning.
What you need to know about Knox County's COVID-19 vaccination plans
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:57:20 +0000
Author: Allie Clouse, Knoxville News Sentinel
Let's be clear, this will be a long process that will likely change often.
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Meet the Knox.biz 40 Under 40 class of 2020
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:12:16 +0000
Author: Brenna McDermott, Knoxville News Sentinel
Meet the 2020 class of Knoxville leaders who are changing the face of East Tennessee
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REPLAY: Officials give a coronavirus update after two additional deaths reported
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:00:55 +0000
Author: Angela M. Gosnell, Knoxville News Sentinel
The Knox County Health Department will provide updates and answer questions regarding the novel coronavirus today at 12:30 p.m. ET.
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Watch live: Gov. Bill Lee addresses legislature to kick off special session on education
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 18:00:28 +0000
Author: Nashville Tennessean
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee is scheduled to kick off a special legislative session focused on education with a speech to General Assembly members Tuesday.
Reader's Eye 2021: Knoxville area photographers share their photos
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 17:53:32 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Reader's Eye 2021: Knoxville area photographers share their photos
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Knoxville Marathon postponed until fall 2021 due to COVID-19, gathering restrictions
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 15:41:24 +0000
Author: Brittany Crocker, Knoxville News Sentinel
This year's Knoxville Marathon has been postponed due to surging COVID-19 cases and local gathering restrictions.
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Dolly Parton turns 75: Here are 75 reasons to love the hitmaker and humanitarian
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 12:31:59 +0000
Author: Allie Clouse, Knoxville News Sentinel
A reason to love Dolly Parton for each year of her life as she celebrates turning 75 in 2021.
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40 Under 40: Tyler Roy, also known as The Vol Piper, has a heart for social causes
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 10:00:42 +0000
Author: Brenna McDermott, Knoxville News Sentinel
Get to know Tyler, one of Knox.biz's 40 Under 40 recipients!
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What if? Trump concession would have saved lives, preserved GOP power | Victor Ashe
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 10:00:29 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Victor Ashe also weighs in on UT's legal help and a potential pick for US attorney in Middle Tennessee. And, of course, birthdays!
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Moonshine, shotguns, buried cash: Bruce Campbell on 'The Evil Dead' in East Tennessee
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 03:00:16 +0000
Author: Ryan Wilusz, Knoxville News Sentinel
Knox News caught up with Bruce Campbell ahead of his virtual screening of "The Evil Dead," which was filmed at a cabin in East Tennessee.
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Students return to University of Tennessee this week, with COVID-19 restrictions in place
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 03:00:05 +0000
Author: Monica Kast, Knoxville News Sentinel
UT has reinstated some of the restrictions from last semester, including making all dining carryout and not allowing visitors in on-campus housing.
University of Tennessee holds press conference after Coach Jeremy Pruitt firing
Created: Mon, 18 Jan 2021 20:54:07 +0000
Author: Brianna Paciorka, USA TODAY NETWORK – Tennessee
The University of Tennessee held a press conference regarding the firing of football coach Jeremy Pruitt and other athletics leadership changes
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COVID-19 in Tennessee: Latest updates, charts and maps on outbreak and vaccinations
Created: Tue, 19 Jan 2021 20:05:28 +0000
Author: USA TODAY NETWORK - Tennessee, Nashville Tennessean
The COVID-19 pandemic is spreading through the nation and Tennessee. Here are the latest numbers on the spread and vaccination efforts in state.
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The Scruffy Stuff: Parking problems and living like Gatsby in downtown Knoxville
Created: Mon, 18 Jan 2021 19:06:38 +0000
Author: Ryan Wilusz, Knoxville News Sentinel
"The Scruffy Stuff' talks Vida, The Vault and parking problems in South Knoxville. Plus, have you heard about water taxis?
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'We have to get back to nonviolence': The Rev. Harold Middlebrook on his friendship with MLK
Created: Mon, 18 Jan 2021 18:48:30 +0000
Author: Angela Dennis, Knoxville News Sentinel
He says that King's legacy was one of bringing people of all backgrounds to the table, even when they disagreed.
Knoxville Mayor Kincannon confronts vandal at her home, police investigating
Created: Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:10:22 +0000
Author: Tyler Whetstone, Knoxville News Sentinel
According to the Knoxville Police, a man spray painted the word "death" in black on the back side of a detached garage at the mayor's home.
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Martin Luther King Jr. parade through the years
Created: Mon, 18 Jan 2021 15:08:41 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Commission's MLK Parade through the years
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The Rev. Dr. Harold Middlebrook through the years
Created: Mon, 18 Jan 2021 03:00:13 +0000
Author: Calvin Mattheis, calvin.mattheis@knoxnews.com
Knoxville civil rights leader Rev. Dr. Harold Middlebrook through the years
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