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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Tennessee law now requires doctors report Alpha Gal, meat allergy disease caused by tick bites

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

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - You usually think about Lyme disease from a tick bite, but another condition called Alpha Gal Syndrome is now making headlines, thanks to a new state law. It’s an allergy to red meat, usually caused by a lone star tick bite. Those ticks primarily lives in the Southeast. It’s been hard to find out exactly how often people get diagnosed, but that’s about to change. Dr. Corinne Tandy is the Division Director of Epidemiology for Knox County Health Department.
Tennessee testing automated TCAP essay scoring with special AI

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

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The Tennessee Department of Education (TDOE) is looking into an automated scoring system to help get test scores back faster. The algorithm would grade Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP) written tests, not just multiple choice. It’s not really a new concept, though; the state has been looking into this algorithm for years now. Assistant Commissioner of Assessment, Accountability and Research Dr. David Laird said it can only score essays in the Tennessee.
Senior centers can now apply for state grant funds to update facilities

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

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - The older American population is growing in Tennessee, meaning senior centers will need more resources. Department of Disability and Aging (DDA) Commissioner Brad Turner said that’s especially true for East Tennessee. Because of that, the department has opened a $5 million grant program for senior centers. Centers can apply for a one-time grant that ranges from $10,000 to $50,000.
Knox County Commission looks into the impacts of new state laws

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

KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WVLT) - A round of new Tennessee laws can mean changes for local governments, and Knox County Commission is looking into how they will impact East Tennessee. The commission is looking for ways to boost the county budget, including taxes. Some of this has to do with fees the counties pay. Some of these changes come from Nashville, meaning more money could go to county projects that can impact residents.
Numerous crashes on I-75 in Loudon County causing concerns for sheriff’s office

1 month 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 month 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 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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

1 month 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.