How the Tennessee Valley Authority Morphed From a New Deal Miracle Into a Mega-Polluter
Jared Sullivan explores how the TVA has repeatedly downplayed the dangers of coal ash to the public’s detriment.
U.S. Coast Guard investigating after barge crashes into a bridge near downtown Knoxville
"Currently, there are no reports of pollution or injuries," Hague said ... much of which carried into the Tennessee River, ...
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Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee signs executive order to help protect the Duck River
Tennessee’s endangered Duck River now has another level of protection. Gov. Bill Lee on Wednesday signed an executive order establishing the Duck River Watershed Planning Partnership to help ...
Gov. Lee signs order to conserve Duck River, a ‘scenic treasure’ at risk
After years of advocacy from conservation groups, Gov. Bill Lee on Wednesday signed an executive order aiming to protect the ...
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University of Tennessee initiative using grant to make Tennessee River more accessible
Three developers bid for control of former Smokies Stadium in Sevier County As recreational use of the Tennessee river continues to grow, Collett said Tennessee RiverLine has created a first-of ...
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Students Aid Scientists In 24-Year Effort To Restore Ancient Fish To Tennessee River
Under slate gray skies laden with clouds, dozens of elementary school students gathered at the edge of the Tennessee River to assist biologists in saving an endangered fish that could potentially ...
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ZIllow just debuted a climate risk map. This East Tennessee town shows up as having a long-term air pollution risk
ZIllow's new climate risk maps show an East Tennessee city has an extreme air pollution risk. In September 2024, the online real estate site partnered with First Street, a company specializing in ...