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Interns learn about East Tennessee Economic Council

UCOR’s interns attended a lunch and learn session today with guest speakers from community partner East Tennessee Economic Council (ETEC). ETEC’s Projects and Events Manager Hailey Lewis spoke about the group’s mission to harness East Tennessee’s federal resources to strengthen national science, security, energy, education, and environmental missions by fostering regional economic growth through strategic…

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Leadership team recognizes UCount/TeamsCount winners

UCOR senior leaders this morning hosted a UCount/TeamsCount recognition breakfast. The leadership team gathered with 11 UCount recipients and six TeamsCount teams to thank them for their day-to-day contributions to our mission success. UCount recipients: Harrison Boyd, Critical Projects Tesha Carmichel, Benefits John Clifton, Nuclear & Criticality Safety James Dunn, Beneficial Reuse & End State…

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Intern spotlight – Angel Peterson

Angel Peterson of Cedar Hill, Tenn., expects to graduate from the University of Tennessee, Chattanooga, in December 2025 with a master’s degree in environmental science. This summer she is supporting waste programs as an intern. Angel has previous experience with Green Steps and Volkswagen Chattanooga. In her free time, Angel is interested in political science,…

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Intern spotlight – Natalie Osorio

Natalie Osorio of Farragut, Tenn., expects to graduate from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, in December 2026 with a degree in accounting and finance. This summer she is working as a business and financial services intern. Natalie has previous experience with UT Federal Credit Union as an accounting intern. During her free time, Natalie enjoys…

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Heat wave taking temperatures into the 90s this week

High temperatures will remain in the 90s all week, with a high of 98 degrees expected tomorrow. The humidity will make these temperatures feel even hotter. Staying hydrated is important if you are performing activities outdoors. Rain chances are limited this week. The next good chance of rain comes Sunday with possible scattered thunderstorms.

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UCOR sponsors 25th Annual Lavender Festival in Oak Ridge

UCOR was proud to support the 25th Annual Lavender Festival held in historic Jackson Square this past Saturday. This year’s festival included 150 artisan vendors, live music, informative presentations, children’s activities, and a food truck park. The festival also hosted ticketed special events like the Nine Lakes Wine Tasting benefitting United Way of Anderson County,…