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Welcome to the City Blog! Here you will find news and notes about City of Knoxville services, updates on ongoing projects, links to community events, and much more. If you have questions or comments about the Blog, please email citywebmaster@knoxvilletn.gov. If you would like to peruse our Blog Archives please click here.

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What's Your Solid Waste I.Q.? - Curbside Trash Pickup 
1. Which of the following photos depicts a cart that will not be emptied due to overflow? a. Lid slightly propped up – INCORRECT. According to the policy outlined in the City’s contract wit ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Aug 15, 2018 at 4:06 PM
  
Waterfront Amenities Latest Additions to Lakeshore Park 
Though Lakeshore Park has long boasted spectacular views of the Smoky Mountains and the Tennessee River, patrons visiting the 185-acre riverside park have never experienced actual access to the wa ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Aug 15, 2018 at 4:02 PM
  
Flenniken Landing Residents Host Inaugural Art Show 
Flenniken Landing residents displayed their artistic talents at an inaugural art show July 31.  Dorretha Greenlee’s table featured her crocheted scarves, coloring book pages and poetry. She sto ... more» 
Posted by ptravis  On Aug 03, 2018 at 3:00 PM
  
Free After School Program Offered Citywide at 10 Recreaton Centers 
Youth at Deane Hill Recreation Center participate in a jump rope skills session as part of the After School Program. As children head back to school next week, City recreation centers will open u ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Aug 02, 2018 at 12:50 PM
  
What's Your Solid Waste I.Q.? - Bulky Waste 
1. When is bulky waste collected? a. At the same time as weekly curbside pickup. INCORRECT. If a Waste Connections driver is able to collect a bulky waste item at the time of trash collectio ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Jul 30, 2018 at 12:10 PM
  
More Than 150 Naturalized Citizens from Nearly 50 Countries: Watch a Video of 13 Citizens' Stories 
More than 150 citizens originating from nearly 50 countries around the world recited the Pledge of Allegiance for the first time as U.S. citizens after becoming naturalized in Knoxville on Tuesday, Ju ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Jul 27, 2018 at 4:10 PM
  
Residents Attend Public Meeting for Cal Johnson Recreation Center Renovations 
Residents attended a public meeting Monday, July 23, at Cal Johnson Recreation Center to hear and give feedback on architectural suggestions for the center’s renovation. Located at 507 Hall of ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Jul 27, 2018 at 12:46 PM
  
Police Motorcycle Officers: 'Great Job, 10 Months Out of the Year' 
Officer Jason Gardner Police Lt. Brian Evans grins when asked about what it's like for motorcycle officers to patrol during the hottest parts of summer. "Everyone thinks it's a great job, an ... more» 
Posted by evreeland  On Jul 25, 2018 at 5:07 PM
  
Emerald Youth, Local Officials Break Ground on Lonsdale Complex for Youth 
Last Friday, Emerald Youth Foundation broke ground for construction of a neighborhood complex that will serve the young people and residents of Lonsdale.   The complex will include two multipurp ... more» 
Posted by kgibi  On Jul 23, 2018 at 1:27 PM
  
Wednesday Markets Booming on Market Square 
Market Square started a place for local farmers to share their produce locally. Nourish Knoxville's Market Square Farmers’ Market is open every Wednesday and Saturday in May through November. Every we ... more» 
Posted by ptravis  On Jul 23, 2018 at 1:25 PM
  
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