Change your hair or leave: Knoxville anchor says she was fired by WATE for her appearance The Citizen 3 years ago Weather anchor Tabitha Bartoe started at Knoxville TV station WATE in February. It wasn’t long before her curly hair became an issue for management. Source: The Daily News Share this: Share on Facebook (Opens in new window) Facebook Share on X (Opens in new window) X Violent day in Tennessee: What we know about deadly shootings in Nashville, KnoxvilleDateApril 13, 2021In relation toLascassas1 dead, 3 escape after helicopter crashes into Tennessee River in Knoxville, authorities sayDateAugust 4, 2020In relation toLascassasCapitol riot defendant charged in plot to attack Knoxville FBI office, kill law enforcementDateDecember 17, 2022In relation toLascassas