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KCDC elevates Taylor-Allen to vice president of rental assistance

Sep. 11, 2020
Knoxville’s Community Development Corporation (KCDC) has elevated Debbie Taylor-Allen to the position of vice president of rental assistance. “Debbie has done an excellent job managing Section 8 programs for KCDC,” said Ben Bentley, executive director and CEO of KCDC. “This
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Tennessee Theatre to host ‘Stars on Stage’ with limited guests, free streaming

Sep. 11, 2020
92nd birthday celebration features Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors The Tennessee Theatre will hold its first semi-public event since the pandemic closed the venue six months ago with the screening of a concert by Drew Holcomb and the Neighbors to
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Statement from Bill Riley, president of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Board

Sep. 03, 2020
We regret the union has turned down our most recent offer to keep the musicians on payroll and continue to bring music to Knoxville. We have made several offers and concessions that would have kept the orchestra afloat during this
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2020 Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon shifts course to virtual format

Sep. 03, 2020
Prioritizing community health and safety, the 16th annual Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon events are moving to a virtual format to avoid the potential spread of COVID-19 and allow runners to safely participate while achieving their personal goals in 2020. “The
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Pilot Company Founder Jim Haslam authors memoir on leadership lessons, learning and luck

Sep. 03, 2020
Pilot Company Founder James “Jim” Haslam II has written “Co-Piloting: Luck, Leadership, and Learning That It’s All About Others,” a book that takes readers inside the journey from owning a single gas station in Gate City, Virginia, to starting one of the
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Gastrointestinal Associates welcomes Dr. Hannah Jones

Sep. 03, 2020
Dr. Hannah Jones has joined Gastrointestinal Associates, one of the leading GI practices in the Southeast. Jones is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) and a member of the American College of Gastroenterology, American Society for
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Groundbreaking makes new behavioral health hospital in Knoxville a reality; milestone celebrated virtually

Sep. 02, 2020
Covenant Health and Acadia Healthcare held a “virtual groundbreaking” on Sept. 2 announcing the start of construction for East Tennessee Behavioral Health, a new psychiatric inpatient hospital in West Knoxville. The virtual webinar was attended by more than 100 community
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U.S. Cellular hiring for Customer Care positions in Knoxville

Sep. 01, 2020
U.S. Cellular is looking to fill 200 open positions across its five Customer Care Centers, including the one located in Knoxville. Full and part-time customer service positions for all shifts are available in a high-energy, professional environment, and interested applicants
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Cherokee Distributing Company partners with E-Z Stop and KenJo Markets to donate $7,500 to Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley

Aug. 31, 2020
Cherokee Distributing Company teamed up with E-Z Stop and KenJo Markets to make a total donation of $7,500 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley to assist the nonprofit’s efforts during COVID-19. The Knoxville-headquartered distributing company, a
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More than $4 million available for utility bill assistance

Aug. 31, 2020
KUB to resume service disconnections Oct. 19 As our community navigates a new normal, some may find themselves in need of financial assistance. Funds are available through community agencies to help residents who are unable to pay utility bills. More
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