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Free Literacy Class Launches in Rockwood

ROCKWOOD, Tenn. — The community is invited to take part in a free Literacy Class starting Wednesday, November 5, at 117 N. Front Avenue in Rockwood. The class will be held weekly (Wednesday’s) from 4 to 5 p.m. and is open to all ages. The program focuses on improving reading …

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Statement from Oak Ridge Police Chief Robin Smith

Update on May 25 Shooting in the Scarboro Community In the early morning hours of May 25, during a large block party in the Scarboro neighborhood over Memorial Day weekend, nine people were shot and one person was stabbed. All ten victims survived. This unacceptable act of violence is deeply …

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OAK RIDGE COMMUNITY BAND CHRISTMAS CONCERT

December 10, 2023 Time:  3:30 p.m. Place:  Historic Grove Theater, 123 Randolph Road, Oak Ridge Cost:  FREE Info:  www.orcb.org, 865-202-2773 The Oak Ridge Community Band’s Christmas Concert and Sing-along is the perfect time to enjoy familiar Christmas music and sing Christmas carols.  This is a family-friendly event, it’s free, and is …

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Forgety leaving Chamber for new opportunity

(Submitted) Amada Senior Care is proud to announce Jared Forgety, Membership Coordinator of the Anderson County Chamber of Commerce, will be joining their team as the new Community Liaison for the Knoxville region. Forgety’s extensive experience in community engagement and his love for people make him the ideal candidate for …

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Area Hospital Organizations Urge Community to Donate Blood

Knoxville, Tenn. – Knoxville-area hospital organizations including Blount Memorial Hospital, Covenant Health, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital, Tennova Healthcare, and The University of Tennessee Medical Center are urging community members to donate blood, platelets, and plasma at MEDIC Regional Blood Center in the coming weeks.   Each year, area hospitals transfuse …

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Claxton youth football forced to shut down

Officials with the Claxton Community Sports League said on Facebook Tuesday that they will be ending their long-running football program due to the loss of their football field. The post indicates that Anderson County’s Director of Schools, Dr. Tim Parrott has “informed us that the school will be adding on …

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