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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — One student who has seized every opportunity Project Grad offers represented his graduating class at Fulton High school at the Celebration of Stars recognition dinner April 14 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Jose Lucas Francisco is on his way to achieving his dreams of becoming a doctor. He was introduced to the clarinet in the sixth grade.
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Project Grad Helps Fulton Scholar Plan for Medical School
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — He's a shining star at Austin-East Magnet High School. Leonard Weaver is this year's Valedictorian, Class President, President of the National Honor Society, just to name a few. He even entertained us with an impromptu song. This all-around success appreciates the community's support. "It feels wonderful to finally be here and to finally be in the final year," Leonard said.
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Austin-East valedictorian hails support from his mother and Project Grad
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleLOUISVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A planned Tennessee Department of Transportation road project has been met consternation from Town of Louisville officials. The project, slated for 2027, would widen a section of Louisville Road between the Smith & Wesson facility and Topside Road. Mayor of Louisville Jill Pugh said the town's Board of Mayor and Alderman did not get an opportunity to provide input before plans for the project were made.
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Mayor pushes back on TDOT project plans to widen Louisville Road
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleCLAIBORNE COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — Firefighters with the Cumberland Gap Volunteer Fire Department are raising funds for a new fire truck, all while attending medical school. The volunteer department, which is completely surrounded by the Cumberland Gap National Park, has a single fire engine that is capable of extinguishing fires, according to Chief Jordan Jones. "That's our biggest issue right now. There was a fire last summer, that we had our en…See the Story
Cumberland Gap Volunteer Fire Department raising funds for fire truck
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — A Knoxville man has made it his mission to help families receive organ donations after his son, who died in 2018, saved three lives through donation. Mike Wells has turned a tragedy into a new purpose by helping those receive the same gift his son offered in 2018. This month is very important to Wells as it is National Donate Life Month. “Good does come out of bad things sometimes,” he said. Wells now educates nurses …See the Story
Father finds purpose in organ donation after death of son
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — For the better part of two decades, the possibility of a pedestrian bridge connecting the South Knoxville waterfront to the University of Tennessee campus has been a major talking point. With the project appearing closer to fruition than ever before, City of Knoxville leaders held an informational meeting in Market Square on Thursday. Many in attendance spoke in favor of the project. Those who live in the area of South…See the Story
Knoxville hosts community meeting as pedestrian bridge project progresses
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The restaurant with the low score this week is usually busy from the time it opens until it closes. The inspector marked down more than half a dozen critical violations in his report. The grade is a 71 at Texas Roadhouse, the one on Turkey Drive in West Knoxville at Turkey Creek. That 71 is a passing score. A grade of 69 and below is considered failing. Texas Roadhouse, 11001 Turkey Drive, Knoxville — Grade: 71, Follow-…See the Story
Dirty food slicer found during West Knoxville restaurant inspection
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Knoxville, Tennessee · KnoxvilleKNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — The 2024 Rossini Festival is on April 20 and 21 in Knoxville and there will be several road closures that drivers should be aware of. The City of Knoxville shared that several downtown streets and on-street parking spaces will be closed to vehicles for the event.
Splash pads opening around Knox County for 2024 season The following roads will also be closed from midnight on Saturday, April 20, and reopen at 11:5…See the Story
Which roads will be closed for the 2024 Rossini Festival?
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