City of Maryville Recycling Centers will be closed Saturday, January 11, 2025.

10 a.m. Saturday update: The main roads are in good shape, but secondary roads are still being managed. The process is slow, but crews continue to chisel away at all the City's streets.

11 p.m. update: EPW updated that it has finally stopped snowing, but progress on the main roads has been slow. Crews will work until 1 a.m. concentrating on the main roads. After a short rest, they'll return at 5 a.m. to continue the effort.

7 p.m. update: Engineering & Public Works updated that main roads will continue to be treated and they will now begin working the remainder of the city's secondary roads through the evening. They anticipate they will be at it for at least 6 hours. They report the salt is working well with current temperatures. 

3 p.m. Update: The phone lines for utility payments will close at 3 p.m. so that staff can get home safely. Public Works, Electric, and Water phone lines will remain open until 4 p.m. If you do not reach your intended department, and it is an emergency, please use the normal "after hours" numbers. www.maryvillegov.com/phone-numbers.html. Medical emergencies always call 911.

2 p.m. Update: Road conditions are rapidly worsening. City of Maryville employees in positions that are not critical to emergency and infrastructure response will be going home. Development Services phones will close at 2 p.m. ​

​Due to the expected winter weather and safety concerns associated with travel and icy conditions, City of Maryville offices will close at 1:00 p.m., Friday, January 10.

Other than in-person transactions, all services will continue as normal, along with emergency weather response. Utility payments can be made online at maryvillegov.com or by phone at 865-273-3456 until further notice.
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As you've heard before, if you don't have to travel, it's best to stay home. Responders will be grateful. Please be safe!

​City of Maryville Engineering and Public Works
 
A new traffic signal has been installed at the intersection of Robert C. Jackson Drive and Big Springs Road. City of Maryville Engineering and Public Works initiated the signals on flashing operation December 23. Flashing operation is a state-required operational mode for new traffic signals and allows motorists to become aware of the new light and make appropriate adjustments to driving habits.

The light is flashing yellow on the Robert C. Jackson Drive approach and is intended to signal drivers to proceed with caution through the intersection. On the Big Springs Road sides of the intersection, the signal is flashing red. This requires drivers to use the normal stop sign protocol and wait for traffic to clear before entering Big Springs Road.

Traffic Operations Manager Jason Chai explained, “It takes some adjustment time for drivers to be aware of new signaling devices. Some drivers have interpreted the yellow flashing lights as a four-way stop, however, the yellow lights mean to proceed – but with caution.”

The lights will be on flash operation until January 6 and will operate as a regular traffic signal at that time. For more information, contact Engineering and Public Works at 865-273-3500.

The City of Maryville Engineering and Public Works Department will close the E. Harper Ave. Parking Garage on Monday, January 6, 2025. The garage will remain closed to the public for approximately four months while contractors make repairs to the structure.

During the time that the garage is closed, residents and visitors will have many other options available for parking in the downtown area. Please see the map provided for locations and the number of spaces each lot or garage has to offer. 
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For more information, contact the Engineering and Public Works Department at 865-273-3500. 

The City was abuzz with the holiday spirit Nov. 30 for the Holiday Kickoff in Downtown Maryville. It was a day full day of festivities, including the holiday market, photos with Santa and the annual Christmas tree lighting. But this was more than just a fun community event; it was another successful example of our community coming together to create something special in Maryville. It was a true labor of love for the volunteers, city staff and community organizations who came together to celebrate the magic of the season.
 
We want to extend our heartfelt thanks to all those who made this event possible, reminding us that the spirit of the season shines brightest when we come together as a community:

Making the magic happen
Truly, this event could not have been possible without the coordinating efforts of Maryville Multimedia Communications Specialist Mary Bristol. Her creativity and attention to detail were evident in every corner of this event! David Graves, the city Risk Manager, plays a huge roll in preparing for Christmas starting in July and wrapping things up in late January. He and Mary work together planning, decorating, making sure all goes well when the curtain goes up, and then putting everything away in the warehouse afterwards. 

Decorating the lobby of the Municipal Building
This year the Finance department took on the roll of decorating the lobby of the Municipal Building. Cristy West, Jane Ellis, Kim Parker, Kim Walker, Chandra Pickering, and David Graves made the lobby look like a winter wonderland.

Candy Cane Lane Signs
Ron Nugent and Kevin Whitehead created several Candy Cane Lane signs in the Sign Shop at the city. The signs were placed at all the free activities for kids so parents could easily identify a place for their kids to enjoy while they also time to shop all the vendors.   
 
Kids Craft Table
Sarah McCroskey did an amazing job overseeing the kids' craft station, helping kids create fun and free holiday mementos. Jana Brown from EPW and her sons, along with many students, helped out at the table, spreading cheer and crafting joy throughout the day.  
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Volunteers
A huge thank you to Sarah for coordinating a wonderful group of volunteers from Maryville High School and Pellissippi State. Many thanks to Pellissippi Dean Anna Graham and Rachel Minzyk from MHS for their help gathering volunteers. Their hard work and enthusiasm were essential to making this event run smoothly.
 
Trackless Train
The trackless train was a big hit with kids of all ages! Special thanks to Star’s Lil’ Choo Choo Express Trackless Train for providing the ride and to Glenda Brinley and Kim Walker from the Finance Department for volunteering their time to help run the train.

Free Hot Chocolate
Thanks to Audrey Haynes from the Salvation Army for coordinating the delicious, warm cups of hot chocolate. Nothing warms the heart like a hot drink on a cold day, and the Salvation Army volunteers did an excellent job serving the crowds

Petting Zoo
A big shout-out to CW Farms from Clinton, Tennessee, for bringing the petting zoo to Maryville. Maryville Training Coordinator Denise Kirkwood volunteered to help care for the animals and make this a fun and educational experience for our youngest visitors.

Face Painting
​Duranimo Facepainters provided festive face designs throughout the day, with the help of student volunteers who kept all the little faces in orderly lines while they waited patiently for their turn in the painter’s chair. 

Free Cookies
The Parks and Recreation team, headed up by Missey Wright, made sure that everyone could enjoy a sweet treat. Free cookies are always a favorite!

Photos with Santa
A big thank you to Kevin Bailey from IT for capturing memories for local families through free photos with Santa. Special thanks to Jane Groff, Leslie Crawford, and Jessica Briggs, who volunteered to help kids get the perfect holiday photo with the Big Man himself.

Touch-A-Truck
The Touch-A-Truck exhibit, which allowed kids to explore the equipment used by our city’s emergency services and public services, was another highlight. Special thanks to all the volunteers from the Maryville Fire Department—Sarah Harris, Bryson Dykes, Josh Richards, Greg Endsley, Joseph McCall—and the Electric Department's Eric Bailey. Brad Hurst, and Holden Fuller of Engineering and Public Works for their time and effort in making this a fun and interactive experience.

Security Team
A huge thank you to Officer Steven Dotson, Lt. Rod Fernandez, Officer Campbell Ferguson, Officer Brent Loveday, Officer Kamron Moats, Sgt. Travis Brown, Sgt. Travis Hill, Officer Chris Meyers, and David Graves for ensuring the event was safe and secure for all attendees. David’s guidance and coordination played a key role in ensuring everything ran smoothly this year and we can’t thank him enough!

Decorating the Downtown Area
The decorations that lined Broadway were made possible by several dedicated teams, especially EPW and Grounds Maintenance, including Matthew Stewart, Evan Melhorn, John Thompson, Owen McCall, Noah Beasley, Justin Payne, and Ethan Benson.

The Newman Family, of Newman Renovations, added a lot of extra sparkle and shine with the addition of light-up structures, decorations and the Christmas tree on the plaza.

Special thanks to the Traffic Operations team—Jason Chai, Derek Hilbert, Jared Belcher, Kyle Newman, and Jayson Alexander—for assisting with the star placement on the Blount Memorial Building and the Municipal Building tree setup.

We also want to thank the City Electric crews for the installation of our beautiful wreaths and garlands, and getting the Sam Houston statue dressed up for the season.

Live Nativity
A heartfelt thank you also goes out to Broadway United Methodist Church, First Baptist Church of Maryville, and Saint Paul AME Zion Church for presenting the live nativity, as a beautiful reminder of the season’s true meaning.

Sound and Music
DJ Porter from the Maryville Police Department kept the energy high with festive tunes all day long, with the sound support help of Dillon Davis at Murlin's Music World.

Tree Lighting
Mayor Andy White did an excellent job emceeing the tree lighting ceremony, leading the crowd in the final countdown and making the evening feel extra special.

Downtown Holiday Market
And, of course, we couldn’t forget the tireless work of Amanda Gillooly and the Downtown Maryville Alliance in organizing and promoting the Downtown Holiday Market. This event brought together more than 140 unique vendors, creating a vibrant, bustling atmosphere that highlighted the creativity and talent of our local community.

Together, we shine…
This event is more than just a new holiday tradition—it’s a testament to what can be accomplished when our community comes together to celebrate and support one another. Behind every smiling face, every twinkling light, and every festive activity were the hands and hearts of so many people working to make the day special. Thank you to everyone involved for making this year’s event a great success. We can’t wait to see what next year will bring!

​The City of Maryville Engineering and Public Works Stormwater Department will close Ellis Avenue from Leblanc Street to College Street on Saturday, December 14, 2024, starting at 7 a.m. and ending at approximately 5 p.m. Crews will be working on Stormwater construction during this time. 
 
For more information, contact the Stormwater Department at 865-273-3500.

​The annual Jaycees Christmas Parade will take center stage in Alcoa and Maryville on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at 11 a.m. The parade route begins at the staging area on Joule Street in Alcoa, crossing Calderwood Street into New Midland Plaza Shopping Center and exiting at Gill Street. Turning right at Calderwood and Gill, the route enters Maryville on Cusick Street and turns right onto Broadway Avenue. Another right at the intersection of Broadway and Lamar Alexander Parkway the parade ends at Simmons Street near New Providence Presbyterian Church. All side streets connected to the parade route will be closed to traffic.
 
Parade viewing is encouraged along the sidewalks through the parade route. Parking lots along the parade route on Broadway will be unavailable while the parade is running through. Please plan accordingly whether you are watching the parade or need to avoid parade traffic.

​McGhee Street will be closed from Winter Street to Lord Avenue today, Wednesday, December 11, 2024. Crews will be working on a water main break repair from 8 a.m. until approximately 5 p.m. 
 
For more information, call the Water and Sewer Department at 865-273-3300.

​The City of Maryville Water and Sewer Department will close Wright Road from Monroe Avenue to Madison Avenue today, November 5, 2024. Crews will be working on sewer construction from 10 a.m. until approximately 4 p.m. 
 
For more information, contact the Water and Sewer Department at 865-273-3300.