High Gas Prices and City Tax Dollars

Recent surges in the price of gasoline are costing taxpayers about $7,500 more per day to keep police cruisers, fire engines, and Knoxville Area Transit buses running.

Mayor Jacobs Weekly Update - April 3

During his weekly update, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs talked about Wrestling Night with the Knoxville Ice Bears.

Burchett Bulletin

6:07 pm, Apr 2, 2026
Burchett says that if the public knew what he knows about UAPS and aliens, the country would come unglued and "the world would be on fire". He further said if the American public saw the reports and information he has seen in classified briefings, people would be unable to sleep at night because they would worry and think about it constantly. Burchett also said that people who are briefed on these issues sometimes disappear or die; that several defense scientists have allegedly gone missing or died during the past year. He added: "For the record, I'm not suicidal," implying that if anything happens to him it should not be considered as a suicide.

7:28 pm, Mar 26, 2026
As the House DOGE Chairman, Tim Burchett launched his FIRST DOGE hearing to immediately begin destroying billions of dollars in waste, fraud and abuse. Today, a bill was passed in Congress to accomplish that.

Zoo Knoxville Welcomes Birth Of New Lion Cub

Zoo Knoxville welcomes the birth of a male African lion cub to first-time mother Zahra (ZARA) and father Maji (MAW-GEE).

New Zig Zag Bridge Reopens

The City of Knoxville is set to reopen one of the most iconic sections of the Third Creek Greenway on Friday, April 3.

Ijams River Rescue Cleans Waterways

The annual Ijams River Rescue brought together 584 volunteers to clean up 39 sites, removing an estimated 34,800 pounds of trash.

Trucking Permits Face Significant Delays

Tennessee’s new permitting process for overweight industrial and infrastructural equipment loads—including critical military transports—is causing substantial delays for truckers.

Man Charged With Aggravated Arson

Knoxville fire investigators have worked to identify a suspect in a fire at Store Space on March 24, 2026.

War on Iran Updates & Helps

3:19 pm, Apr 1, 2026
The Pentagon will deploy 18 additional attack aircraft to support U.S. ground forces near the Strait of Hormuz. -Polymarket Intel

2:50 pm, Apr 1, 2026
Iran’s New Regime President ... has just asked the United States of America for a CEASEFIRE! We will consider when the Hormuz Strait is open, free, and clear. Until then, we are blasting Iran into oblivion... -President Trump

7:45 pm, Mar 31, 2026
USS George H.W. Bush and escort ships are deploying to the Middle East, becoming the third U.S. aircraft carrier in the region.

2:19 pm, Mar 27, 2026
Iran has officially declared the Strait of Hormuz "closed" to all international shipping. This formal declaration effectively ends the "toll booth" system and marks a total blockade of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoint. Tehran claims this move is a direct response to the continued positioning of 10,000 additional U.S. ground troops in the region and persistent strikes against its proxy assets. By shutting the Strait, Iran is executing its ultimate strategic leverage, directly challenging the "maximum impact" campaign led by Washington and its allies.

11:57 am, Mar 27, 2026
Over one million Iranian fighters have been prepared for a possible ground war with the United States.

8:24 pm, Mar 26, 2026
The Pentagon is considering sending an additional 10,000 ground troops to the Middle East.

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Rocky Top Ford / Whaley Lawsuit Flips

Rocky Top Ford Lincoln has secured a significant appellate victory in the Court of Appeals of Tennessee.

Yardley Flats Is A Home Run

Yardley Flats’ recognition as the 2026 Multifamily Development of the Year underscores its significant contribution to Knoxville’s Old City district.

Spring Awakens at TVA Facilities

As the chill of winter melts away, the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) is thrilled to announce that five of its six beloved campgrounds have reopened.

WID Program Begins at Detention Center

A Reentry DL/ID Program has begun assisting individuals incarcerated at the Roger D. Wilson Detention Center in obtaining valid ID's before their release.