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- Inside of Knoxville Downtown dweller “The Urban Guy” makes this blog his full-time job. 0
- Instapundit Legendary blog of law professor Glenn Reynolds on technology & freedom. 0
- JackLail.com Blog of Jack Lail, director of innovation at the Knoxville News Sentinel. 0
- KnoxViews Admittedly liberal-leaning community space about Knox issues. 0
- Southern Foodways Alliance Southern food all the time! 0
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Category Archives: Knoxville
If New Year’s Eve is any indication, 2025 will be great!
J.C. Holdway, Knoxville’s only restaurant owned by a James Beard Award-winning chef, is great on any day, of course. But Chef Joseph Lenn‘s eatery really excels when it comes to making special occasions even more special! And what’s more special … Continue reading
Filed under: Downtown, Food, Knoxville
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Fete salutes innovation at Mercedes — and United Way
What does Mercedes-Benz of Knoxville have in common with the United Way? Turns out to be a lot more than you might think. Both organizations, it seems, are using innovation to maximize their results. The two concerns recently came together … Continue reading
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Merry Christmas from the 18th century!
Two historic homes in downtown Knoxville held holiday open houses last night and it sure was fun — even from a 21st century perspective! James White’s Fort, at 205 E. Hill Ave., and Blount Mansion, at 200 W. Hill Ave., … Continue reading
Filed under: Events, Historic preservation, Knoxville
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Animals win as Young-Williams celebrates 20 years!
This was a special month for animals in our community — and their human friends — as Young-Williams Animal Center celebrated its 20th anniversary serving Knoxville and Knox County. In addition, supporters of the official animal shelter came together for … Continue reading
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Jim Haslam: “East Tennessean of the Century!”
The East Tennessee Historical Society bestowed its “East Tennessean of the Year” award for the tenth time earlier this week and it went to Jim Haslam, a well-known community leader and founder of Pilot Company, headquartered in Knoxville and employing … Continue reading
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Garden takes “fall break” to raise funds
It was a packed house — or tent! — last month as the Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum held its 15th annual Green Thumb Gala, the largest fundraiser of the year for the horticultural gem located less than five miles … Continue reading
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Marnie Page: a life to be grateful for
The Episcopal Church of the Ascension was packed on Sunday with friends of Marnie and Bob Page for one of the most touching memorial services I’ve ever attended. Marnie passed away Oct. 12 after a 10-year battle with Alzheimer’s Disease. … Continue reading
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Friends remember Todd Cramer by raising a toast — while supporting one of his favorite local causes
Summer Swing, a popular fundraiser for Positively Living and Choice Health Network, was held as usual this year, and the mood was still festive. But everyone paused for a few minutes to remember Knoxville business executive Todd Cramer, a tremendously … Continue reading
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“Bubbles & Bird Night:” finger lickin’ good!
In a way, I wish I’d never had the delicious sweet tea-brined fried chicken I had for the first time last week at J.C. Holdway in downtown Knoxville. It was the most delicious chicken I’ve ever tasted. So, what’s my … Continue reading
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