Monthly Archives: March 2026

Knox Symphony hits it out of the park with annual ball

Posted on March 31, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

When someone says the Knoxville Symphony hit a home run with its annual ball this year, it might be a lot more accurate than you imagine! The sold-out fundraiser was at Covenant Health Park, the home stadium of the Knoxville … Continue reading →

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A dozen local chefs join forces to honor Patricia Bible

Posted on March 24, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

Patricia Bible was honored this past Sunday by the Smoky Mountain Chapter of the American Culinary Federation and the University of Tennessee Culinary Institute and, as you might have expected, it was a delicious good time! Bible is the CEO … Continue reading →

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“Symphony Soiree:” A musical and culinary smorgasbord

Posted on March 20, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

The so-called “Symphony Soiree” was earlier this week in downtown Knoxville and, once again, it did not disappoint. This is the annual fundraising event where musicians of the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, as well as Knoxville Symphony League members, bring a … Continue reading →

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Chef Rick Bayless wows Knox art and wine crowd

Posted on March 17, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

One of the hottest chefs in America was in Knoxville a few days ago and our art and wine lovers were the happy beneficiaries. Chef Rick Bayless, who owns seven restaurants — mostly in Chicago with New York City, Las … Continue reading →

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Weather gods smiled upon 19th annual “Mardi Growl”

Posted on March 10, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

Downtown Knoxville, like the rest of our community, has really been through it with the weather recently. But, on Saturday, the weather gods bestowed a blessing as hundreds of canines and thousands of humans took over downtown Knoxville from the … Continue reading →

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Furrows named “Heroes;” party looks like hootenanny!

Posted on March 6, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

John Tolsma and his son, John II, were the emcees last week when his in-laws, Sam and Ann Furrow, were designated “Heroes of Southern Appalachia” at the Museum of Appalachia in Norris.  The award, in its fifth year, recognizes “individuals … Continue reading →

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