Submitted by WBIR Web Staff on Friday, September 28th, 5:18 pm
The Webb School of Knoxville honored a member of the WBIR family on Friday. The school presented Jim Hart its Distinguished Alumnus award for his extensive work in television and the community.
Hart served as general manager and vice president for two stations, including our very own during the '80s until 1994. He spent more than 35 years in television, working in various leadership roles, including Scripps Howard Broadcasting and the E.W. Scripps Company.
Submitted by WBIR Web Staff on Sunday, September 23rd, 10:37 pm
People celebrated "Oktoberfest" at the Bearden Beer Market, while supporting a worthwhile cause at the same time on Sunday night.
All the money raised during this event benefited the UT Medical Center's cancer unit. Event organizers said they sold more than 150 tickets for this cause.
UT Medical Center said partnering with the Bearden Beer Market provided a unique opportunity for their fundraising.
Submitted by WBIR Web Staff on Thursday, September 20th, 10:52 pm
A veteran rehabilitation program is hoping to add a Knoxville branch.
Project Healing Waters, a fly fishing program dedicated to helping veterans and disabled military personnel heal, held a volunteer drive at Three Rivers Angler Fly Shop in Bearden on Thursday.
Organizers are hoping to start a local chapter, but first need people willing to help.
Project leader Steve Thompson says the group is about more than just casting a line.
