Knoxville Biz Ticker: Major project begins at Y-12 to shrink high-security footprint
The Knoxville News-Sentinel 2 hrs ago Knoxville News Sentinel
Major project begins at Y-12 to shrink high-security footprint
Oak Ridge, Tenn. National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) and Consolidated Nuclear Security, LLC, officials broke ground on the West End Protected Area Reduction project (WEPAR) at Y-12 National Security Complex, which, when completed, will reduce the size of the high-security protected area on the site by approximately 50%. The project supports efforts to modernize Y-12’s high-security boundary and includes the installation of new sections on the perimeter intrusion, detection, and assessment system (PIDAS) as well as a new entry control facility.
Knoxville Biz Ticker: Pilot Flying J introduces new breakfast sandwiches worth stopping for
The Knoxville News-Sentinel 28 mins ago Knoxville News Sentinel
Pilot Flying J introduces new breakfast sandwiches worth stopping for
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Apr. 6, 2021) – Pilot Flying J, the largest network of travel centers in North America, is introducing four new premium breakfast sandwiches to its unexpectedly awesome breakfast menu. Available now at more than 300 participating travel centers across the country, Pilot Flying J’s newest creations are chef-approved and made in-house daily with quality ingredients for a delicious, on-the-go breakfast.
Paired with the best coffee on the interstate, Pilot Flying J is the ultimate stop for a quick, freshly made breakfast with more than 10 options on its morning menu. Its newest breakfast sandwiches are prepared with fresh savory eggs, rich natural cheeses, and a selection of Tennessee-made Goolsby Sausage patty or Tys
Knoxville Biz Ticker: Chick-fil-A announces new Maryville restaurant to open on April 7
The Knoxville News-Sentinel 1 hr ago Knoxville News Sentinel
Chick-fil-A announces new Maryville restaurant to open on April 7
MARYVILLE, Tenn. (April 5, 2021) – A new Chick-fil-A restaurant is slated to open for business in Maryville on Wednesday, April 7. Chick-fil-A Ò, Inc. has selected Frankie Turner as the independent franchised Owner/Operator of Chick-fil-A West Broadway Avenue. Turner will be responsible for all day-to-day activities of the business, including employing approximately 100 full- and part-time Team Members, cultivating relationships with local organizations and neighboring businesses, and serving guests. Chick-fil-A West Broadway Avenue is located at 1767 W Broadway Ave, at the intersection of U.S. Route 129 and U.S. Route 411, and will be open from 6:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
All the students Boone Dixon taught or coached will have graduated from Maryville City Schools in a few years, but his family, former students and colleagues are ensuring his legacy lives on.
This spring a female and a male student graduating from Maryville High School will receive the first Boone Dixon Memorial Scholarships of $2,500 each, and fundraising is continuing to be able to endow the scholarship fund.
The Maryville City Schools Foundation announced this month that the scholarships will go to âwell-rounded, determined, and compassionate students graduating from MHS who exemplify many of the qualities that made Boone Dixon so special. He had an insatiable curiosity for the world around him, a passion for being active in nature, and a sincere care for people near and far.â