City Council Adopts 2026-27 Budget

Knoxville City Council adopted Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon’s proposed $499 million net budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27.

Rep. McKenzie Praises Return of Roots to School Libraries

When I heard about the banning of Roots, I was extremely disappointed

Burchett Bulletins

10:00 am, May 9, 2026
The UFO files released thus far are just a drop in the bucket. The 'holy crap' part is still yet to come.

2:55 pm, Apr 15, 2026
Burchett kicked off the Oversight Committee roundtable and SLAMMED the IRS: "We're not here today to talk about what folks owe the IRS. We're here today to talk about what the IRS owes them. It's time to reform the whole system."

12:23 pm, Apr 14, 2026
Thank you, Mr. President. No more tax dollars to the Taliban.

2:25 pm, Apr 10, 2026
47 years ago today, the Taiwan Relations Act established the foundation of U.S.-Taiwan relations. Today, more than ever, we stand with our ally as they face ongoing pressure from the Chinese Communist Party.

First New Prosthetic Thumb Surgery In East Tennessee

A surgeon with Knoxville Orthopaedic Clinic is the first in East Tennessee to perform a revolutionary prosthetic thumb surgery that treats arthritis with minimal downtime.

Kairos Power Celebrates Hermes 2

On April 17, Kairos Power held a groundbreaking ceremony for the Hermes 2 Demonstration Plant in Oak Ridge, Tennessee.

Tennessee Wine Industry Hits New Milestone

Tennessee is now home to four American Viticultural Areas, further establishing the state as an emerging leader in the Southeast’s wine industry.

Mayor Jacobs Weekly Update

During his Weekly Update, Mayor Jacobs talked about graduating seniors, the Children’s Festival of Reading, and more.

War on Iran Updates & Helps

5:23 pm, May 28, 2026
Treasury Secretary Bessent laid out Trump's conditions for any Iran deal: hand over highly enriched uranium, end all nuclear weapons efforts, and guarantee free transit through the Strait of Hormuz. Trump will not accept a bad deal, Bessent said.

5:42 am, May 26, 2026
The Strait of Hormuz opens, one way or the other. No tolls, no restrictions. Russia, China, the whole world wants it open. Only the Iranian regime wants it closed. That's not acceptable. -Marco Rubio

11:35 am, May 24, 2026
I have informed my representatives not to rush into a deal in that time is on our side. The Blockade will remain in full force and effect until an agreement is reached, certified, and signed. Both sides must take their time and get it right. There can be no mistakes! -President Trump

6:11 pm, May 23, 2026
Al Jazeera: Sources say the Iran draft proposal includes ending the war on all fronts, including Lebanon, unfreezing billions in Iranian funds, lifting the U.S. naval blockade, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, and pulling U.S. forces away from Iran’s vicinity. -Open Source Intel

5:40 pm, May 23, 2026
I am in the Oval Office at the White House where we just had a very good call with President Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud...

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81 Million lbs. of Debris Removed from Alpha-2

Oak Ridge Office of Environmental Management (OREM) crews have cleared the 2.5-acre footprint of the former Alpha-2 facility at the Y-12 National Security Complex.

Roots Returns to School Library Shelves

Today, the Knox County Board of Education ruled to return Roots to the school library shelves immediately. Strong opposition to the book's removal from Knoxville school libraries has been overwhelming.

45L Carry-On U-Zip Rolling Duffel Bag with Wheels, Medium Durable Travel Duffle w/Toiletry Bag, Heavy-Duty, Packable, Foldable w/Shoulder Straps- Use as Luggage or Backpack, Men/Women

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