Sunsphere Spotting
(Today’s article is by guest writer Luke Frazier.) I just moved to Knoxville, and I’m really loving it. I live downtown and get to explore cool streets, alleys, and parks whenever I care to. Three days...
Knoxville a Women’s Mountain Bike Mecca? Roam Fest Returns to Knoxville
Did you hear about Roam Fest last year? Did you realize that Knoxville hosted a major women’s mountain bike event? I didn’t either until the dust had settled and everyone had ridden home. I recently...
Marble City Market Introduces Major Changes
(Today’s article is by guest writer Heather Ryerson.) Marble City Market Food Hall has had many ups and downs since its opening in November 2021. Many wondered how they could survive multiple changes in vendors and...
Downtown Knoxville Ten Day Planner (3/12 – 3/21/2023)
Sunday, March 12 Accepting applications, Bailey Opportunity Grants for Individuals + Organizations, The Emporium Center, through deadline: midnight Mar 19 Downtown Knoxville Vendors / Outdoor Dining Options / Take-Out and Curbside Delivery Hours Knoxville Vegan Chef...
Knoxville Managed Band Son Lux Garners Oscar Nominations, Heads to Big Ears
Knoxville has a connection to the Academy Awards and to Big Ears that might not readily be apparent. Seymour native and Knoxville resident Hannah Houser, who worked her way up in the music industry while based...
Valley Medical to Bring Primary and Urgent Care to Downtown Knoxville
Valley Medical Downtown will bring both primary care and urgent care services to downtown. The new location will be in rear of the Phoenix Building at 418 South Gay Street, the space previously occupied by Covenant...
New Concert Series Announced to Raise Money for Local Charities
Aaron Snukals, founder of Concerts for Our Own, and long-time area concert promoter, has announced his latest series of concerts. Not surprisingly, they are to raise money for three local charities. It’s not the first time...
Fort Kid Park Comes Back to Life
My child was one of the first generation to enjoy the original Fort Kid built on the hill across from the Knoxville Museum of Art. We participated in the work days to help it come to...
Mardi Growl Brightens Up the City
There’s nothing quite like a mix of children, cute pups, and Mardi Gras colors to brighten up the end of winter and usher in spring in East Tennessee. Throw in the Fulton Band leading the way...
Downtown Knoxville Ten Day Planner (3/5 – 3/14/2023)
If you want your event included, please make a Facebook event, invite me (Alan Sims – you’ll have to friend me) and it will be included. I need enough lead time that the list can be...