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Free Flu Shot Saturday is here to protect you - and benefit our Empty Stocking Fund
Created: Wed, 22 Sep 2021 14:04:02 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley and Tee Willis, Knoxville News Sentinel
Shots will be administered in drive-thrus at seven locations.
More details: Free Flu Shot Saturday is here to protect you - and benefit our Empty Stocking Fund
Parents, do you have questions about school this year? Join our reporter live
Created: Tue, 21 Sep 2021 19:41:14 +0000
Author: Isabel Lohman and Kelli Krebs, Knoxville News Sentinel
From the search for a new superintendent to COVID-19 protocols, join children's issues reporter Isabel Lohman at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday.
More details: Parents, do you have questions about school this year? Join our reporter live
Police identify 19-year-old who died in a shooting in Knoxville's Morningside neighborhood
Created: Tue, 21 Sep 2021 18:11:35 +0000
Author: Tee Willis, Knoxville News Sentinel
A man was shot in the 1700 block of Hazen Street, the Knoxville Police Department reports.
Knox County COVID-19 case counts and vaccine numbers
Created: Thu, 23 Sep 2021 18:42:30 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley and Tee Willis, Knoxville News Sentinel
A look at the latest coronavirus numbers, including positive tests, isolations and hospitalizations.
More details: Knox County COVID-19 case counts and vaccine numbers
Tennessee schools chief: 'We're in a really difficult time in public education'
Created: Wed, 22 Sep 2021 11:00:53 +0000
Author: Meghan Mangrum, Nashville Tennessean
Tennessee Education Commissioner Penny Schwinn called it "a really difficult time in public education" during a speech in Lebanon on Tuesday.
More details: Tennessee schools chief: 'We're in a really difficult time in public education'
Tennessee recommends vaccinated residents lose access to monoclonal antibody treatment
Created: Tue, 21 Sep 2021 20:18:09 +0000
Author: Brett Kelman, Nashville Tennessean
Tennessee health officials recommend medical providers no longer provide monoclonal antibodies to vaccinated residents to preserve supply for the unvaccinated.
More details: Tennessee recommends vaccinated residents lose access to monoclonal antibody treatment
Gov. Bill Lee joins 25 GOP governors to request meeting with Biden to discuss surge in border crossings
Created: Mon, 20 Sep 2021 20:03:41 +0000
Author: Yue Stella Yu, Nashville Tennessean
The Republican leaders, who hope to meet with Biden within 15 days, are calling for federal actions to control crossings along the southern border.
REPLAY: Join our next virtual Storytellers Project show and help No Kid Hungry
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 00:25:04 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley, Knoxville News Sentinel
We've hand-picked incredible storytellers and inspiring people to bring you a show about the meaning of Home.
More details: REPLAY: Join our next virtual Storytellers Project show and help No Kid Hungry
How the News Sentinel scrambled to bring news to street corners hours after 9/11 attacks
Created: Wed, 08 Sep 2021 09:00:37 +0000
Author: Ryan Wilusz, Knoxville News Sentinel
The Knoxville News Sentinel worked hard to provide the latest details to readers, even hawking an extra edition downtown hours after the 9/11 attacks.
Tracking the number of COVID-19 vaccinations in Knoxville and East Tennessee
Created: Wed, 10 Feb 2021 16:16:51 +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?
More details: Tracking the number of COVID-19 vaccinations in Knoxville and East Tennessee
Downtown Knoxville streets are closed because of 'structural concerns' at Pryor Brown Garage
Created: Mon, 20 Sep 2021 19:42:16 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
The Pryor Brown Garage is considered one of America's oldest garage buildings.
Where are new Knoxville residents coming from?
Created: Mon, 20 Sep 2021 02:00:08 +0000
Author: Brenna McDermott, Knoxville News Sentinel
You've heard the anecdotes. Turns out, people really are moving from California to Knoxville, according to one report.
More details: Where are new Knoxville residents coming from?
Family demands justice in fatal hit-and-run crash involving former sheriff's office employee
Created: Mon, 20 Sep 2021 02:00:35 +0000
Author: Angela Dennis, Knoxville News Sentinel
"We would like to see manslaughter or vehicular homicide on the table. We don't want to see a slap on the wrist," said Dwight Woods' sister.
Knoxville cops skip civil service hearing after receiving subpoenas to testify
Created: Sun, 19 Sep 2021 21:20:20 +0000
Author: Tyler Whetstone, Knoxville News Sentinel
The civil service case is conducted by a hearing officer who will ultimately determine whether he agrees with KPD's ruling.
More details: Knoxville cops skip civil service hearing after receiving subpoenas to testify
News Sentinel's Free Flu Shot Saturday protects the community and raises over $10,000 for charity
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 19:08:58 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley, Knoxville News Sentinel
This was our 30th year helping vaccinate the community. Thank you to everyone who donated to Empty Stocking Fund!
30th Annual Free Flu Shot Saturday
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 16:49:11 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Flu shots were given out at the 30th Annual Free Flu Shot Saturday at area schools on Saturday, September 25, 2021.
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What we know about the Collierville Kroger shooting: 10 employees, 5 customers shot
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 03:19:23 +0000
Author: Memphis Commercial Appeal
One person was killed in a mass shooting at a Kroger in Collierville TN and 15 were injured. The gunman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound.
More details: What we know about the Collierville Kroger shooting: 10 employees, 5 customers shot
A candy wonderland awaits in Market Square! Rocket Fizz has funky, retro and global treats
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 02:00:17 +0000
Author: Ryan Wilusz, Knoxville News Sentinel
Thousands of types of new and nostalgic candy and sodas are available in a shop that's all "about making people happy."
Rocket Fizz candy shop now open in Market Square
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 02:00:15 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Rocket Fizz soda pop and candy shop recently opened between Oliver Royale and Soccer Taco in downtown Knoxville's Market Square
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Take a look inside Rocket Fizz candy shop now open in Market Square
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 02:00:14 +0000
Author: Brianna Paciorka, Knoxville News Sentinel
Take a look inside Rocket Fizz soda pop and candy shop now open in downtown Knoxville's Market Square
More details: Take a look inside Rocket Fizz candy shop now open in Market Square
Frustrated over lack of action in her case, community sets out to find Desheena Kyle
Created: Sat, 25 Sep 2021 02:00:08 +0000
Author: Angela Dennis, Knoxville News Sentinel
Desheena Kyle was reported missing June 28. Knoxville police named a suspect in the case this week but have not charged him in her disappearance.
More details: Frustrated over lack of action in her case, community sets out to find Desheena Kyle
Federal judge orders Knox County Schools to implement mask policy with no opt-out
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 22:20:43 +0000
Author: Isabel Lohman, Knoxville News Sentinel
A judge ordering a Knox County Schools mask mandate also blocked Gov. Bill Lee's executive order allowing parents to opt out of the mask mandate.
More details: Federal judge orders Knox County Schools to implement mask policy with no opt-out
COVID-19 boosters and third doses: What the difference is, where to find one in Nashville
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 20:29:22 +0000
Author: Rachel Wegner, Nashville Tennessean
Millions now qualify for third shots of Pfizer and Moderna and COVID vaccine boosters. Here's who qualifies and where you can get a shot in Nashville.
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee: No decision yet on renewing school mask opt-out order, set to expire Oct. 5
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 19:46:45 +0000
Author: Yue Stella Yu, Nashville Tennessean
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee's remarks come as federal judges blocked the opt-out order in both Shelby and Knox counties from going into effect.
Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine boosters are available for Knox County residents who qualify
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:54:27 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley, Knoxville News Sentinel
How to get your booster shot in Knoxville: This week, a Centers for Disease Control and Prevention panel recommended Pfizer boosters.
More details: Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine boosters are available for Knox County residents who qualify
What we know on COVID-19 booster shot guidelines: CDC's Pfizer approval, who can get it
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:51:47 +0000
Author: Molly Weisner, Nashville Tennessean
Here's what we know about who can get booster shots, CDC approval and how they work as the delta variant threatens hospitals and cases nationwide.
Tennessee judicial community mourns death of state Supreme Court Justice Connie Clark
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:11:12 +0000
Author: Mariah Timms, Nashville Tennessean
The Tennessee Supreme Court announced Justice Cornelia Clark's death Friday morning at the age of 71. Clark served on the court for 16 years.
More details: Tennessee judicial community mourns death of state Supreme Court Justice Connie Clark
Happy birthday, Smokey! The University of Tennessee mascot is 68 years old.
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 16:11:56 +0000
Author: Becca Wright, Knoxville News Sentinel
Here are some fun facts about Smokey, who was picked on Sept. 26, 1953, as the official mascot of the University of Tennessee-Knoxville.
More details: Happy birthday, Smokey! The University of Tennessee mascot is 68 years old.
Knoxville teen who was shot earlier this month has died and the suspect turned himself in
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 15:26:45 +0000
Author: Sarah Riley, Knoxville News Sentinel
On the day of the shooting, police said early information showed the suspect and victim knew each other.
Community searches for Desheena Kyle
Created: Fri, 24 Sep 2021 13:02:07 +0000
Author: Knoxville News Sentinel
Community searches for Desheena Kyle
