Category Archives: Events

Big Ears: Crush of global guests, many local friends

Posted on April 3, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

Everybody talks about the throngs of national and international visitors attracted by the Big Ears music festival and the numbers are quite impressive. You’ve heard the stats, I’m sure, for the amazing annual event which was held in 20 downtown … Continue reading →

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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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Natalie Haslam: “A gift to all of us”

Posted on February 2, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

A celebration of life was held for Natalie Haslam January 21 at St. John’s Episcopal Cathedral in downtown Knoxville. The some 500-seat sanctuary was standing room only and the services were live-streamed into an overflow space for those who couldn’t … Continue reading →

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It’s 2026: Let’s get this party started!

Posted on January 5, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

There is no more festive location in which to ring in the new year each December 31st, than the downtown restaurant called J.C. Holdway. Located at 501 Union Avenue, it’s owned and operated by Joseph Lenn, Knoxville’s only James Beard … Continue reading →

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Chamique Holdsclaw: ‘No one heals alone.’

Posted on December 16, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Former Lady Vol basketball star Chamique Holdsclaw, an Olympic gold medalist and WNBA Hall of Famer, opened up to a large luncheon crowd at the Knoxville Convention Center last week about her own mental health struggles.  In the process, she … Continue reading →

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