Knoxville, TN News Roundup (8/24/25)

Chapman Highway reborn: From European Bakery’s long-ferment pastries to KnoxFill’s community-driven refill hub and Thai Time’s comeback after a crash, three homegrown spots are breathing new life into Colonial Village — find out why they’re a must-visit.

Volunteers survey bumblebees: Community volunteers are partnering with Foothills Land Conservancy to monitor bumblebee populations across the preserve — learn what they’re finding.

Cherry Street flooding fix: Knoxville’s City Council approved a $2 million overhaul of the rusted pipe beneath North Cherry Street—installing a 1,100-foot reinforced concrete box to end those canoe-style flash floods — learn what this means for your commute.

Medical calls outpace fires: Knoxville and Anderson County crews now handle about 75% medical emergencies—ranging from strokes and crashes to overdoses—which has led to advanced training for firefighters — find out how crews are adapting.

Mystery artifact points to Earhart: UT archaeologist Richard Pettigrew’s study of the so-called Taraia Object suggests it could be the long-lost aircraft from Amelia Earhart’s 1937 flight, prompting a new expedition to Nikumaroro with TIGHAR and forensic experts — find out how they aim to solve Earhart’s final mystery.

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