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Some of the best East Tennessee views are the ones we almost miss. We’re usually on our way somewhere – driving home, running an errand or thinking about the next thing on the list – when a familiar scene suddenly looks different. Maybe the light is just right, the mountains are especially clear or an […]
Tennessee notched another win Thursday night by unleashing four goals, three of which came in the second half, in front of a record crowd of 5,489 at Regal Soccer Stadium. “Shout out to our fans for packing the house at Regal,” head coach Joe Kirt said. “It was an incredible environment from them. Hopefully we […]
Summer paints Collier Preserve in multiple shades of green. We all got a tour on Saturday, August 15, 2026, as three Master Gardeners talked about plants in the watershed. Collier Preserve is on W. Emory Road adjacent to the Powell Branch Library. The area has changed since Bob Collier and his brother sat on their […]
Here’s what’s happening around East Tennessee today, along with helpful community resources and interesting things to discover beyond our backyard. Friday High Five End the week by noticing something that went right. Progress deserves recognition, even when it arrives one small step at a time. Weekend Highlights 1964: The Tribute Friday, 8 p.m., Tennessee Theatre. […]
Football season is right around the corner, and Zoo Knoxville is getting into the Big Orange spirit with All Vol Day on Saturday, Aug. 22. The two-hour celebration runs from 10 a.m.-noon at the zoo, 3500 Knoxville Zoo Drive, and offers plenty of ways for Tennessee fans of all ages to kick off the season. Visitors […]
Some hikes are about reaching the destination. Others give you plenty to see along the way. My recent hike on the Abrams Falls Trail in Cades Cove offered both. The trail begins off Cades Cove Loop Road, about five miles from the start of the loop. From there, it is 2.5 miles to Abrams Falls, […]
Sometimes a good weekend getaway doesn’t require reservations, an overnight bag or hours on the interstate. This Saturday, the road trip can lead straight to a field of sunflowers. Riceville is about 65 miles southwest of Knoxville, roughly a one-hour drive, making it an easy destination for a Saturday day trip. Thousands of bright yellow […]
The University of Tennessee Arboretum Society will present its 11th Annual Butterfly Festival on Saturday, August 29, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the UT Arboretum Auditorium and surrounding grounds, 901 S. Illinois Avenue in Oak Ridge. Activities include the UT Insect Zoo, two butterfly viewing tents, educational speakers, children’s activities, local artisans, food trucks […]
Food City is celebrating the young professionals who spent their summer learning the business from the inside out — and the company’s internship program has earned national recognition. National Intern Day was observed Thursday, July 30, a day set aside each year on the last Thursday in July to recognize interns and the contributions they […]
Energy storage is front and center at this year’s gathering of the Tennessee Solar Energy Industries Association in Chattanooga. Professionals in all facets of the solar energy business will be discussing what’s next for energy storage technology’s practical applications in this state and the Tennessee Valley Authority region. The Tennessee Valley Solar + Storage Conference […]
Every antique store has at least one object that makes us stop, pick it up, and ask, “Now, what in the world did they use this for?” This pretty little piece certainly qualified. At first glance, it looks a bit like a small covered dustpan — although one far too attractive for sweeping the floor. […]
Brad Redding has achieved something most golfers only dream of. He’s made a living playing and teaching the sport he loves. Redding now is a teaching instructor at Target Golf, a practice and driving range at 5311 W. Beaver Creek in northwest Knox County. He travels for weekend sessions at courses in South Carolina and […]
Here’s what’s happening around East Tennessee today, along with helpful community resources and interesting things to discover beyond our backyard. Throwback Thursday Before online maps and GPS, a road trip often began with a folded paper map, handwritten directions, and the hope that somebody remembered the right turn. Today’s Highlights for August 20 Market Square […]
The goal to reach the top of Craggy Pinnacle in the Great Craggy Mountains north of Asheville had already turned into a negotiation by the time the leading edge of a blustery August storm rolled in. What began as a promising Badger afternoon hike under scattered clouds quickly became a study in patience and local […]
Adding color to outdoor spaces is easy – or not. I’m always a bit starstruck at the plant nursery- such vibrant colors, such potential! Let’s plant a big potful of variety.You would think this is an easy task, but considering how well they coexist and where they will reside can be a puzzle. This pot […]
I once walked into a gathering where I knew exactly two people, and both disappeared into other conversations within minutes. I did what many of us do: studied the snack table as if I were considering a major investment. Eventually, someone beside me said, “Have you tried that dip?” It wasn’t brilliant. It wasn’t profound. […]
A longtime dream has become a stylish new reality with the opening of Blush Boutique and Merle Norman Cosmetics, bringing fashion and beauty together under one roof. Owner Tracy McAllen recently celebrated the business with a Knoxville Chamber ribbon-cutting surrounded by family, friends, staff and community supporters. “Blush Boutique is a fashion-forward ladies boutique, and […]
The week ending August 14, 2026, was very similar to the prior week in terms of recording statistics in the Register’s Office. We recorded 1,518 new instruments, just 30 fewer than the prior week. Both financing and transfer activity closely mimicked the week of August 7th. We recorded 346 new trust deeds on land worth […]
We thank our friends at Hippie Dippie Doggy for generously donating their time and skill set to get our sweet Obie boy groomed and ready for his forever home! Obie had been adopted and then lost for 9 months. When he was finally found, he was severely matted, dirty, and desperately needed some TLC. He […]
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a timely reminder to make sure vaccinations are on the back-to-school and fall health checklist. With flu season approaching, Vaughn Pharmacy is making one important step especially easy. Walk-in flu vaccines are available with no appointment needed, allowing customers to stop by when it fits their schedule. Annual flu […]
Your weekly guide to East Tennessee arts, music, theater, and entertainment: Aug. 20-27, 2026: Arts & Community. On Stage The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe– Knoxville Children’s Theatre, Aug. 20-23. Performances are 7 p.m. Thursday and Friday, 1 and 5 p.m. Saturday, and 3 p.m. Sunday. Tickets are $14-$18. The Music of Adele: Under […]
