Sha'de Ray

Pensacola

Reporter at WEAR-TV (Pensacola, FL)

General News Reporter. Towson University Alumna. Foodie. Dog Lover. Retweets aren’t endorsements.

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Numerous crashes on I-75 in Loudon County causing concerns for sheriff’s office

1 week ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

LOUDON CO., Tenn. (WVLT) - Thousands travel I-75 each day in East Tennessee, but there’s been more than 20 crashes in the last month on a particular stretch of Loudon County that’s causing concerns for officials. Loudon County Sheriff Jimmy Davis said his deputies are called out to that stretch nearly every day. To stay safe, he said patrols are on the rise, but he urges drivers to stay mindful on the road.
Knoxville Parks and Recreation push for community feedback ahead of deadline

1 week ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The deadline for the community to share their thoughts on the City of Knoxville’s Parks and Recreation Master Plan is May 31. The department is updating its master plan for the first time in 15 years. Parks and Recreation officials said Knoxville has grown quickly, especially in the last five years and that this is the time to get peoples’ opinion on how to improve parks around the city.
More than 6,300 fallen service members honored at World’s Fair Park

1 week ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A special service was held on Monday at the Veterans Memorial in World’s Fair Park. Dozens of people gathered to show their pride and honor for the men and women who laid down their life. The overall message from veterans was to not take anything for granted. Dr. Pat Polis is an eight year army veteran. He said Memorial Day is a sacred day. “I owe a debt of gratitude to the people that have served before and to those who I served with,” Polis said.
Lifeguards stationed at Knoxville public pools as they open Memorial weekend

2 weeks ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Lifeguards will be stationed at the Knoxville Parks and Recreation outdoor pools starting Memorial Day weekend. Director Sheryl Ely said they were able to hire lifeguards despite the national lifeguard shortage. The American Lifeguard Association said the shortage is an ongoing issue that could impact more than 300,000 public pools in the country. “We have enough to open and manage our pools,” Ely said.
‘It’s gone, it’s gone’ | EF-1 tornado damages homes, uproots trees in Cumberland County

2 weeks ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - An EF-1 tornado touched down in Cumberland County on Tuesday. The National Weather Service said wind speeds were 105 mph, lasting for nearly five miles. Previous Coverage: East Tennessee saw at least two tornadoes, National Weather Service saysA couple in the Big Lick community are left to figure out the next steps after their home was destroyed. They were inside when the storm rolled through. Terry Manning is cleaning up what’s left of his concrete garage.
Rafting ramps up in Hartford months after Helene devastation

2 weeks ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

HARTFORD, Tenn. (WVLT) - Rafting companies in Hartford are making a comeback after being devastated last year by Hurricane Helene. Rafting on the Pigeon River has been a big part of the Hartford community for nearly 50 years. Hurricane Helene destroyed rafting companies, the river and parts of I-40 last year. “And the water was maybe at the top of our heads where we’re standing right now,” Noah Bryant, a raft guide, said.
Cookeville tattoo coalition pushes for updated licensing system

3 weeks ago | wsmv.com | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Tattoo Alliance of Tennessee is a coalition created by tattoo professionals. The coalition is based out of Cookeville. Members said it was formed to advocate for updated legislation that creates separate licenses for permanent makeup artists and tattoo artists. In Tennessee, the current system requires both to have a tattoo license. This is because the state considers microblading as tattooing. Some professionals said that can be confusing.
Cookeville tattoo coalition pushes for updated licensing system

3 weeks ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - Tattoo Alliance of Tennessee is a coalition created by tattoo professionals. The coalition is based out of Cookeville. Members said it was formed to advocate for updated legislation that creates separate licenses for permanent makeup artists and tattoo artists. In Tennessee, the current system requires both to have a tattoo license. This is because the state considers microblading as tattooing. Some professionals said that can be confusing.
Knoxville City Council approves $1 million to improve portion of North Broadway

3 weeks ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - It’s an investment to improve part of North Broadway in Knoxville. This week, city council members approved $1 million to do just that. City leaders are putting dollars into this portion of North Broadway between Woodland and Cecil avenues. The goal is to make improvements for all users of the road. “I think it’ll be a great idea,” Renika Lowery, Knoxville resident said.
Child advocacy experts teach children how to spot abuse

3 weeks ago | wvlt.tv | Sha'de Ray

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The reported there were 66,497 child abuse cases reported in Tennessee in 2023. Child advocacy experts said it’s crucial for parents to keep these conversations going with their children so kids feel safe and heard when they do tell their trusted adult. It’s not a conversation parents want to have with their kids. “It is difficult.