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Tennessee Rep. Gloria Johnson doesn’t want the Knox County Sheriff’s Office to take over the county’s juvenile detention center, instead saying the state should handle operations.

He also said the county is planning to take over the detention center.

The 20-oz. metal cans of “Dinty Moore Beef Stew” may contain pieces of wood.

Documents obtained by WVLT News show that Whataburger ordered two site investigations late last year, signaling the company’s intent to build not just one, but three locations in the Knoxville area.

Chief Meteorologist Heather Haley tracks rain at times through the end the week, then for some this weekend.

Kincannon first announced her pitch Friday, saying Knoxville’s growing population has created a need for infrastructure improvements.

This update comes as Appalachian Bear Rescue is working with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to get back up and running after a pneumonia outbreak late last year.

Visitors to the Cherokee National Forest just outside of Tellico will soon be able to visit a major hot spot for waterfall watchers.

The business made the announcement Wednesday via social media, saying “we are deeply grateful for the memories, friendships, and meals we’ve shared with the Knoxville community.”