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Former Anderson Co. School Officer Takes Plea Deal in Inappropriate Conduct Case

Former Anderson Co. School Officer Takes Plea Deal in Inappropriate Conduct Case

Clinton, TN (WOKI) A former Anderson County school resource officer takes a plea deal Thursday after allegedly “engaging in inappropriate conduct” with high school students. Anderson County Sheriff’s Office officials say 36-year-old James Lawson was indicted on charges of solicitation of a minor and two counts of solicitation of a minor to observe sexual conduct…MORE

Upcoming Maryville Publix to Host Hiring Event

Upcoming Maryville Publix to Host Hiring Event

Maryville, TN (WOKI) A Publix will soon be opening in Maryville, and store officials are looking for employees. They will be hosting a hiring fair Friday and Saturday, September 8 and 9. The event is scheduled from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., both days, at the Life Event Center, 1404 Tuckaleechee Pike. Those interested in…MORE

Big Changes in the Works for Knoxville’s Iconic Sunsphere

Big Changes in the Works for Knoxville’s Iconic Sunsphere

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) Big changes are in-the-works for Knoxville’s most iconic structure: the Sunsphere. The showpiece in World’s Fair Park is getting a paint job and a visitors’ center. Beginning October 1st, the base of the Sunsphere, currently green, will be restored to its original PANTONE color Classic Blue 19-4052 TCX. The project should only…MORE

TDOT: Road Construction Expected to Cause Temporary Traffic Delays on Alcoa Highway

TDOT: Road Construction Expected to Cause Temporary Traffic Delays on Alcoa Highway

Knoxville, TN (WOKI) If you travel Alcoa Highway (US 129/State Route 115), plan for delays starting after Labor Day. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) warns that construction is scheduled to take place on Alcoa Highway beginning at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, September 5 with road closures expected until 3:00 p.m., every day, through Friday,…MORE

Free Tutoring in Knox County

Free Tutoring in Knox County

A Knox County teacher is taking on the biggest assignment on her own. She’s expanding her classroom hours to help struggling students, even offering free tutoring. Donya Walker runs the non-profit Community Tutoring for students in pre-k through high school. She says some students are still trying to make up for the lost classroom time…MORE

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