Category Archives: Knoxville

“Cabaret:” An over-the-top blast! Until it’s not.

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Cynthia Moxley

The first theatrical show in the brand new Jenny Boyd Theatre on the University of Tennessee campus opened on Friday night and it is a dazzling production of the musical “Cabaret.” The music, singing, dancing, acting, staging, costumes, and lighting … 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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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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“Artsclamation!” dazzles in new downtown digs

Posted on December 5, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

“Artsclamation!” has moved to downtown Knoxville! What a great move, as Friday’s preview party proved! More artists, more art, and more room! Continue reading →

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Leadership Knox Class of ’93 reunites — again!

Posted on November 25, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

The Leadership Knoxville Class of ’93 has done it again! Another fun gathering — almost every year since we “graduated” 32 years ago! Yay us! We did miss gathering in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic. But we came … Continue reading →

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“Cause for Paws:” extraordinary generosity — and fun!

Posted on November 21, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

  Young-Williams Animal Center had its most successful “Cause for Paws” fundraiser ever last week, CEO Janet Testerman said, with a capacity crowd celebrating the “fairy tail” endings many of its charges experience. Whimsical entertainment, a delicious dinner, a lively … Continue reading →

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New Jenny Boyd Theatre: flexible, “cutting edge”

Posted on November 7, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

This is a big week for the Jenny Boyd Theatre over on the University of Tennessee’s Knoxville campus. At the former location of the beloved but grossly outdated Carousel Theatre, the replacement building is closing in on completion of its … Continue reading →

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Girl Scouts rally to recover from ruinous year

Posted on October 16, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

The local council of the Girl Scouts has experienced its toughest year in the organization’s history due to Hurricane Helene which devastated communities in our area last fall. But if an enthusiastic (and festive) gathering of supporters earlier this week … Continue reading →

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Larsen Jay’s message resounds with downtown crowd

Posted on August 15, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Besides being an excellent candidate for Knox County Mayor next year, I appreciate Larsen Jay for another important reason: he’s a great excuse for a really fun party! Alan and I — with the support of an impressive host committee … Continue reading →

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Downtown Home Tour takeaway: more choices than ever

Posted on July 15, 2025 by Cynthia Moxley

Every year when the Blue Streak reports on the Downtown Home Tour — whether when it was sponsored by the City People organization or its current sponsor, East Tennessee Historical Society — the thing that’s been most striking is the … Continue reading →

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