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Crews respond to drowning on Douglas Lake in Jefferson County
JEFFERSON COUNTY, Tenn. (WATE) — First responders are on the scene of a drowning on Douglas Lake. The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office said emergency crews were on the scene of the drowning around 2:50 p.m. Five charged after $500,000 worth of pure fentanyl seized in Knox County drug bust The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency said a 21-year-old man was missing after he reportedly jumped into the lake from a boat and did not resurface. 'Emergency crews are actively conducting search and rescue operations in a deep section of the lake near Point 7, in the Muddy Creek area. Further updates will be provided as more information becomes available,' a TWRA spokesperson told 6 News. This is a developing story. or for updates. According to the sheriff's office, the drowning happened on Douglas Lake near Lake Front Drive. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-06-2025
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Events planned across TN to celebrate Free Fishing Day
KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (WATE) — Tennessee will soon celebrate a day of free fishing for residents and visitors alike. For children ages 15 or younger, the festivities will continue for even longer. The 2025 Bobby Wilson Free Fishing Day will take place on Saturday, June 7. All residents and visitors can fish for free without a license in Tennessee's public waters. Children aged 15 or younger will be able to continue free fishing for the entire week through Friday, June 13. Pigeon River in East TN stocked with 10,000 walleye after Hurricane Helene concerns The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency, partner organizations, and communities across the state will hold special events to celebrate the day and encourage youth participation in fishing. Loudon will hold a fishing tournament at Riverside Park with prizes on offer for anglers of all ages. Free Fishing Day events for children will be held in Lenoir City and Clinton. Click here for a full list of locations and details. Free Fishing Day applies to all public waters, TWRA owned and operated lakes, and state park facilities. Little River Road, the Spur to temporarily closed in June for maintenance The event was renamed in honor of longtime TWRA employee Bobby Wilson in 2023. He retired in 2022 after more than 40 years of service. Wilson served in the Fisheries Division for 35 years, before being named TWRA Deputy Director in 2015 and Executive Director in 2020. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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02-06-2025
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Sweetwater Police: Bear spotted near North Main Steet
SWEETWATER, Tenn. (WATE) — The Sweetwater Police Department warned that a bear was spotted near Mayes Avenue and North Main Street. Police told people not to approach or feed the bear in their post from Monday at noon. They also recommended people in the area stay alert and keep a safe distance. SPD is working with the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency to monitor the situation and safely relocate the bear, if needed. Police asked people to call their non-emergency line at (423) 442-4357 if they believe the bear poses a threat or is behaving aggressively. 'It almost fell on my mom' Bear crashes through ceiling in Bell County, Kentucky 'Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our community and wildlife safe,' SPD wrote. TWRA shared guidelines meant to minimize potentially dangerous bear encounters: Never feed or approach bears! When camping in bear country, keep all food stored in a vehicle and away from tents, and dispose of food waste in the proper receptacles. If you see a black bear from a distance, alter your route of travel, return the way you came or wait until it leaves the area. Make your presence known by yelling and shouting at the bear to scare it away. If approached by a bear, stand your ground, raise your arms to appear larger, yell and throw rocks or sticks until they leave the area. Never run from a black bear! This will often trigger its instinct to chase. If a black bear attacks, fight back aggressively, and do not play dead! Use pepper spray, sticks, rocks or anything you can find to defend yourself. If cornered or threatened, bears may slap the ground, 'pop' their jaws or 'huff' as a warning. If you see these behaviors, you are too close! Slowly back away while always facing the bear. Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon introduces new challenges for 2026 TWRA also encourages people to contact them if they see aggressive behavior by black bears. To learn more about what to do when encountering a bear while hiking or camping, go to Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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30-05-2025
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Tennessee & Virginia announce free fishing days
JOHNSON CITY, Tenn. (WJHL) — Fishing in Tennessee and Virginia typically requires a license issued by each state's respective wildlife agency. However, to kickstart fishing in the summer, free fishing days for everyone are set aside in both states. Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) announced that the Volunteer State's free fishing day will take place on Saturday, June 7. Anyone can fish on the state's public waters without a license. The TWRA is also hosting numerous fishing events on June 7 to help introduce new anglers to the activity. A full list of free fishing day events can be found on the TWRA's website. While Tennessee sets free fishing aside for one day, Virginia allows free fishing for three days in June. Virginians can fish without a license on public waters from Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8. The free fishing applies to Virginia's trout-stocked waters as well. Other fishing regulations regarding size, season, catch limit and gear restrictions will remain in place during the free fishing days. Virginia Department of Wildlife Resources fee fishing areas will still require a fee June 6-8. More information on Virginia's free fishing days can be found online. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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23-05-2025
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Pigeon River in East TN stocked with 10,000 walleye after Hurricane Helene concerns
NEWPORT, Tenn. (WATE) — The Pigeon River was stocked with approximately 10,000 walleye earlier this week following concerns about potential impacts from Hurricane Helene on local fish populations. In partnership with State Rep. Jeremy Faison, Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency released the 5,000 in Newport and 5,000 in Cosby at Freeman Park. Were fish affected by Helene? Biologists conduct survey at Douglas Lake TWRA Chief of Fisheries Jason Henegar said in a release that while the most recent survey of the river indicated minimal changes in fish populations following Helene, the decision to stock the river aligns with their goals to support natural reproduction and provide quality angling opportunities to the public. The TWRA will continue to survey affected river systems to assess the long-term ecological impacts of the storm, Henegar added. Bassmaster Classic returning to Knoxville in Spring 2026 Tennessee's lakes, rivers, and streams are stocked with over 10 million warm and cold-water fish. 'The Pigeon River is healthier and more vibrant today than anyone alive can remember,' said Rep. Faison. 'I'm deeply grateful for the continued dedication of the TWRA in supporting the decisions that keep the Pigeon sustainable and thriving. The sight of 10,000 walleye growing and repopulating our river is truly exciting—and a powerful sign of progress.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
