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UPDATED Oct 16, 2026 at 10:20 PM ET
Oct 16, 2026 at 10:20 AM ET
WATE anchor Lori Tucker retires after 30 years
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WATE anchor Lori Tucker is retiring after more than three decades covering East Tennessee. October 16 is her final day at the Knoxville station; colleagues and community members have sent well wishes since she announced her retirement about six months ago.
WHO: WATE anchor Lori Tucker
WHAT: Lori Tucker is retiring from WATE after more than three decades as an anchor.
WHEN: Oct 16, 2026
WHERE: Knoxville, Tennessee
WHY: Reason not reported.
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