After 10 teens achieved life-changing—and even life-saving—transformations, adults weren't about to let the pandemic stop recognition of their achievements.
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Maryville College will honor outgoing President William T. "Tom" Bogart and his wife, Mary Bogart, during the week of June 22-26.
A revised 2020-21 budget the Blount County Board of Education is scheduled to consider Thursday, June 4, would eliminate a staff raise, curriculum materials and other projects.
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The number of positive COVID-19 cases at Newell Brands in Maryville has doubled in less than a week — bringing the total number of cases to six.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added as of 3 p.m. Tuesday, June 2, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Monday, June 1, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Saturday, May 31, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Approximately 100 community members gathered Saturday on a farm across the street from Lanier Elementary School during a pep rally supporting the school.
The Tuesday Morning Corporation announced it will use Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection to reorganize the company and reduce outstanding liabilities and strengthen its overall financial position.
Starting Monday, June 1, limited visitation at Blount Memorial Hospital may be allowed Mondays through Fridays from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and weekends from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Saturday, May 30, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Shaking the principal’s hand while receiving a diploma has been a long-held tradition during graduation ceremonies — but the practice was noticeably absent from Maryville High School’s commencement Friday evening.
The Blount County Justice Center will reopen for court and other business Monday, June 1, although rules will be in place for an indefinite period to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Blount Memorial Hospital closed its coronavirus tent triage and treatment area on the hospital’s main campus outside the emergency department on Friday, May 29.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Friday, May 29, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
As Maryville High School prepares for the area's first graduation ceremony amid the COVID-19 pandemic tonight, May 29, it has eased earlier guidelines for seniors and guests to wear masks.
The CVS at 103 Foothills Mall Road in Maryville will be home to a COVID-19 drive-thru testing site beginning today, May 29.
The Maryville Board of Education unanimously passed a nearly $56.4 million budget for the 2020-21 school year Thursday, May 28, while noting that the coronavirus pandemic likely will lead to unexpected costs.
Many celebrations this spring became drive-thru parades because of the COVID-19 pandemic, but marking Randy Byrd's retirement from Heritage High School that way Wednesday, May 27, was particularly appropriate. Byrd has taught auto body and collision repair at HHS since 1982.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Thursday, May 28, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
The Blount County Health Department has reported “numerous calls” from people claiming businesses are not abiding by guidelines set in place by Gov. Bill Lee’s phased reopening plan.
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Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 27, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
The Alcoa Board of Education voted Tuesday, May 26, to give all employees a 1% raise next year, but without a step increase for teachers.
Newell Brands in Maryville confirmed Monday that three employees have tested positive for COVID-19.
Several county entities had to sacrifice additional requests in their 2020-21 budgets due to the COVID-19 pandemic. One, by the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, was the hiring of two child abuse investigators.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Tuesday,
A long line of decorated cars drove past Tony Mills’ house Saturday morning with many honking their horns, and passengers yelling encouraging words for his retirement.
Business owner Bhavesh Patel noticed the need for community assistance early on in the COVID-19 pandemic.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Monday, May 25, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Sunday, May 24, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Blount County Schools held individual graduation ceremonies Friday, May 22, for half a dozen seniors who will be joining the military.
In Blount County — and across the United States — large Memorial Day events at cemeteries were canceled because of the coronavirus pandemic.
The Parkway Drive-in Movie Theater and Cafe has been hosting drive-in movies since May 1 at half-capacity to adhere to social distance requirements of operating a business during the coronavirus pandemic.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Saturday, May 23, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
While air travel at McGhee Tyson Airport has decreased by 95% since March, the airport will receive CARES Act reimbursement funds to make up for the loss.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Friday, May 22, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Thursday, May 21, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Generally speaking, bringing up accidental anal odors in a public forum is a great conversation killer once the crowd gets past the age of, say, 14 or so. It’s somewhere around that magic age where the boys get taller than the girls and who ripped what where moves inside the locker room lest…
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Wednesday, May 20, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
At a time when school and county leaders agree tough decisions lie ahead, not enough people are interested in a role on the Blount County Board of Education. Three seats are on the ballot for the Aug. 6 election, but as of this week only two candidates can receive votes.
John Sevier Elementary still cheered for its third graders moving on to intermediate school, but with school buildings closed because of COVID-19 the celebration moved outside this year.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Tuesday,
Blount Memorial Hospital’s CONCERN and Counseling Center will close its doors July 3 — a shuttering that a hospital official said is the result of years-long financial losses.
Alcoa City Schools plans to open its STARS extended school program on Tuesday, May 26, with social distancing to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Monday,
The Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont has been connecting people with nature for decades, and this Memorial Day weekend it's offering families and friends a way to choose their own adventure while staying safe at home. The Great American Camp-In invites teams to complete challenges posted online to earn points for prizes.
Everyday life has changed during the coronavirus outbreak, and we’re inviting you to share your new reality. Snap a picture and email the full-size image to bc2020@thedaily times.com with BC COVID-19 in the subject line.
Elizabeth Stewart is looking forward to teaching English in Israel and sharing her love of photography, but with the Fulbright U.S. Student Program suspended because of the coronavirus, she's not sure when she'll be able to make the trip.
Confirmed Cases (New cases added by 3 p.m. Sunday, May 17, according to the Tenn. Dept. of Health)
Tonya Jones, 59, became the first patient at Blount Memorial Hospital to receive convalescent plasma on May 8 as part of her COVID-19 treatment. The hospital announced Saturday she has recovered from the coronavirus.
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President Donald Trump began Memorial Day by laying a wreath at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier at Arlington National Cemetery. (May 25)
Low demand due to the pandemic has caused farmers to destroy crops and euthanize livestock at a time when demand is soaring at food banks. However, some states and the federal government have begun finding ways to get that food to the needy. (May 25)
Police in New York kept a watchful eye over beachgoers Monday who ventured out to relax on the Memorial Day holiday. (May 25)
Texas bars, bowling alleys, skating rinks and even some strip clubs are set to reopen with restrictions over the Memorial Day weekend as the state continues to gradually restart one of the world’s largest economies amid the coronavirus pandemic. (May 22)
President Donald Trump deemed churches and other houses of worship “essential” and called on governors across the country to allow them to reopen this weekend, even as some parts of the nation remain under coronavirus lockdown. (May 22)
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Restaurant Brands International, which owns Burger King, Popeyes and Tim Hortons, has opened around 1,500 dining rooms, or 15% of its U.S. total. (May 21)
After nearly two months sidelined in Guam with a coronavirus outbreak, the USS Theodore Roosevelt has gone out to sea for training, in preparation to return to duty in the Pacific. (May 21)
U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Alex Azar visited a coronavirus testing site at Charlotte Motor Speedway in Concord, North Carolina on Thursday. He also met with local health care leaders to discuss how to safely reopen the state. (May 21)
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