Knoxville, TN News Roundup (7/16/25)

Thank you, stranger: A man posted a giant sign on Knoxville’s Will Skelton Greenway to honor Zach, who stayed with him during a heart attack and guided EMTs to the scene — find out how 10News is working to reunite them.

Knoxville’s build-to-rent breakthrough: Alden North Knoxville opened with over 100 single-family–style homes for rent, complete with fenced yards, private driveways and community amenities to fill the area’s housing gap — find out if this could be the answer you’ve been waiting for.

Doubling co-response teams: Knoxville’s six co-response units handled nearly 900 mental health and substance abuse calls in 2024, and city leaders now aim to expand to twelve to meet surging demand — learn what’s next.

Fake deed payment scam: Homeowners are getting letters demanding fees for copies of their own property deeds — learn what warning signs to look for.

Knoxville’s 20-year growth plan: City leaders will meet Thursday to map out redevelopment along KAT bus routes and key corridors, tackling housing and transit needs amid a surge of new residents — learn what it means for Knoxville’s future.

Back-to-school vaccine reminder: Knox County health officials are urging parents to update preschool, kindergarten and seventh-grade immunizations now to avoid last-minute exclusions at school — find out how to schedule an appointment.

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