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Knox County graduates celebrate with an eye on the future
Fri, 18 May 2012 14:34:57 -0700
Thousands of Knox County students are celebrating their graduations, and many have a plan to continue their education at a college or university.
Ex-Knox County Judge Richard Baumgartner arrested on federal felonies
Tue, 15 May 2012 14:24:26 -0700
Richard Baumgartner, the ex-Knox County Criminal Court judge at the center of a pill addiction and sex scandal, was arrested Tuesday afternoon on seven federal felony counts. They stem from an ongoing probe by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.
Body discovered along road in East Knox County
Thu, 17 May 2012 07:09:26 -0700
An East Knox County resident discovered a body Wednesday evening while walking home.
Body found in East Knox County was apparent suicide victim
Thu, 17 May 2012 11:55:05 -0700
The sheriff's office says Wiley Chester Carpenter, 59, whose body was found in East Knox County Wednesday evening, is an apparent suicide victim.
Body found in Turkey Creek field
Sun, 20 May 2012 14:04:57 -0700
The Knox County Sheriff said a body had been found in a field in Turkey Creek Sunday afternoon.
Knox County high school graduations set for this week
Thu, 17 May 2012 13:38:41 -0700
This week, hundreds of Knox County high school seniors are celebrating a milestone they'll never forget.
Distance learning brings unique programs to 5 Knox County schools
Thu, 17 May 2012 16:54:26 -0700
Knox County Schools has found a way to teach specialized courses to more high school students, using one teacher for multiple schools. All of it is done without busting the budget.
Ruling delayed on Knox County candidate's eligibility
Wed, 16 May 2012 10:54:26 -0700
After weeks of questions concerning the residency of Tennessee House hopeful Shelley Breeding, another issue came up Wednesday that delayed the decision.
As Scott County Hospital prepares to close, new options emerge
Sun, 20 May 2012 16:49:57 -0700
The Scott County mayor says three medical groups have shown strong interest in taking over Scott County Hospital. It's scheduled to close on Thursday.
Ex-Knox County Judge Richard Baumgartner arrested on federal charges
Tue, 15 May 2012 13:09:26 -0700
Richard Baumgartner, the ex-Knox County Criminal Court judge at the center of a pill addiction and sex scandal, was arrested Tuesday afternoon on federal charges. They stem from an ongoing probe by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation.