During this last week of October, Knoxville is in full swing of the spooky season, with its downtown area decorated with spooky art and decor.
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With the invention of e-books and an uptick in customers ordering books from Amazon, the number of local bookstores has declined significantly in recent years. The COVID-19 pandemic has also understandably contributed to this downturn.
The scene in Fountain City Peddler in Sept. 2021 is similar to that of most bike shops around the country this fall: empty racks where new bikes belong, a few boxes containing bikes that the shop managed to get in, a mechanic working tirelessly at a bike on a stand and a backroom full of bik…
While living in the south, it can be challenging to find safe spaces where all individuals are free to express themselves in a genuine and unapologetic manner. Given that the city of Knoxville is so large and diverse, there’s many places that openly welcome members of different backgrounds, …
After one year, South Press Coffee has become a staple coffee shop and sober gathering place for the LGBTQ community in Knoxville and in the country.
For those new to the area, those not wanting to brave Gay St. traffic or those simply looking for something interesting to do on a Friday afternoon, the Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) trolley is a city staple not to be ignored.
Sean Casey is an undergraduate student with a passion for transportation. When he noticed over the summer that only students in Knox County schools have access to Youth Freedom Passes on the KAT bus system, Casey wanted to make some changes and start a petition.
The wait’s over folks. Spooky season is officially upon us.
The Saint George Greek Orthodox Church gave a hearty “Opa!” as it welcomed Knoxville to its 42nd Annual Greek Fest this past weekend.
Last Days of Autumn Brewing steps into fall with a slew of events, including a shrimp boil every Friday starting at 4:30 p.m.
Did you know you can get a “Super Groovy Extra Funky Party Waffle” filled with Fruity Pebbles cereal delivered at 2 a.m. when you’re in the midst of studying for an exam? You might be even more surprised to find out that college-aged students are the ones making your party waffle and deliver…
Streaming subscribers are getting spoiled this October! From cozy anime to chilling true-crime, there is something for everyone. Here is just a small taste of the upcoming releases you should keep an eye out for.
Maple Lane Farms in Greenback, Tennessee, has been hosting their traditional corn maze for 23 years and counting. This year, the fall festivities continue with a new addition.
Hello Tea House opens its doors to bring boba tea and baked treats to Knoxville.
A hardworking mother, a farmer father and a half-child, half-lamb. A picture-perfect family.
While living in the south, it can be challenging to find safe spaces where all individuals are free to express themselves in a genuine and unapologetic manner. Given that the city of Knoxville is so large and diverse, there’s many places that openly welcome members of different backgrounds, …
After one year, South Press Coffee has become a staple coffee shop and sober gathering place for the LGBTQ community in Knoxville and in the country.
Tuesday evening, the walkway between the Haslam College of Business and the Student Union Plaza became an open air art market for two hours in the latest installment of the Campus Event Board’s recurring “Artist’s Alley” event.
For those new to the area, those not wanting to brave Gay St. traffic or those simply looking for something interesting to do on a Friday afternoon, the Knoxville Area Transit (KAT) trolley is a city staple not to be ignored.
UT President Randy Boyd withdrew his support from a fundraiser for conservative Tennessee state Senator Mark Pody on Sunday night after facing backlash from students and faculty.
COIN performed at the first Sunsphere Sunday, a four-part series of concerts hosted by Visit Knoxville, the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development and Born and Raised Productions beginning on Oct. 10. The concert drew a sizable crowd of dedicated fans.
Daniel Craig has no time to die in his final performance as James Bond.
Sean Casey is an undergraduate student with a passion for transportation. When he noticed over the summer that only students in Knox County schools have access to Youth Freedom Passes on the KAT bus system, Casey wanted to make some changes and start a petition.
The wait’s over folks. Spooky season is officially upon us.
It is currently impossible to do any sort of web-surfing without running into South Korean horror-drama series “Squid Game.”
“Venom: Let there be Carnage” is like a roller coaster with no twists or turns.
The Saint George Greek Orthodox Church gave a hearty “Opa!” as it welcomed Knoxville to its 42nd Annual Greek Fest this past weekend.
One of the year’s best films also happens to be the single hardest film to recommend this year. There will also never be another film that forces the audience to hold their breath during the “Macarena.”
Hallelujah, glory be to Tammy Faye!
American rock band X Ambassadors released their third album, “The Beautiful Liar,” on Friday, Sept. 24. If you have ever listened to this band before, even if just a few of their most popular songs, you would never expect them to release an album like this.
Last Days of Autumn Brewing steps into fall with a slew of events, including a shrimp boil every Friday starting at 4:30 p.m.
Dear Evan Hansen, today isn’t going to be a great day and here’s why: The movie wasn’t very good.
Did you know you can get a “Super Groovy Extra Funky Party Waffle” filled with Fruity Pebbles cereal delivered at 2 a.m. when you’re in the midst of studying for an exam? You might be even more surprised to find out that college-aged students are the ones making your party waffle and deliver…
As UT settles into the sixth week of the semester, students may find themselves in need of a cinematic escape to recharge from classes. We’ve got you covered with the best new movies and shows being released this week on streaming platforms and in theaters.
On Aug. 2, Firebirds Wood Fired Grill jumped into Knoxville’s restaurant scene.
For most students at the University of Tennessee, classes, clubs and social events are more than enough to keep the calendar full. But for TikTok star and UT senior Gabby DePietro, also known as @gibz_, life as a college student is just a little extra busy.
How do you make Nicolas Cage seem like the most normal part of a film? Place him within a Sion Sono movie.
Knoxville is full of great food. In fact, you can’t walk more than a few yards downtown without passing a local restaurant. However, these restaurants are not the only places you can find some of the best food in the city.
Whether you’re a Knoxville native or brand new to town, there is no shortage of places around the city to snap a picture worthy of Instagram. From Tennessee legends to Knoxville landmarks, each mural captures a different side of the city’s unique culture.
Your next favorite coffee house might just be down the street.
The word that perfectly encapsulates “MONTERO” is authenticity. Titled after his birth name, “MONTERO” is a direct view of Lil Nas X’s world.
It takes a lot to be a cowboy, but you don’t need to be overly macho to fit those boots.
First Presbyterian Church in Downtown Knoxville hosted former Mayor of Knoxville and Governor of Tennessee, Bill Haslam, on Sept. 16 as he met with retired Tennessee Supreme Court Justice Gary Wade to discuss his new book, “Faithful Presence: The Promise and the Peril of Faith in the Public …
The best catharsis can come from pouring yourself into your art, and Kacey Musgraves does that here.
Knoxville is home to a variety of restaurants, catering to just about every culinary desire. Whether you’re craving Mediterranean, Hispanic, Korean or Japanese food — you name it and Knoxville probably has it.
For many people coming to Family Weekend, the peak of their time here is the UT football game. Yet just a little farther outside of campus, the city of Knoxville has much to offer as well.
There’s nothing a college student loves more than free stuff. It doesn’t matter how something is considered free — whether it’s from a tabling event, a friend or sent from home. Not spending money is the best feeling in the world.
Nothing can compare to the atmosphere of a college campus on game day. The tailgates, excitement and school spirit are something you can’t understand until you’ve experienced it. And in that experience, there is a strong desire to participate — regardless of your age or affiliation. What’s a…
In a White House speech on Sept. 9, President Biden announced a plan to require every employer in the U.S. with more than 100 employees to ensure that their workforce is either vaccinated against COVID-19 or provides weekly negative COVID-19 tests. The plan could affect 80 million workers an…
Sometimes a roaring trip through the infinite cosmos is all you need to realize that the life you’re leading isn’t what you want.
This past Friday, popular concert venue The Mill and Mine hosted Colony House, an indie rock quartet from Franklin, TN. It was the band’s first time back to Knoxville since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, and their debut show of the “Back Before You Know It” tour.
The true horror is having to watch this mess of a film.
It can be difficult to know the best way to commemorate Sept. 11, the day of the deadliest terrorist attacks in history. You could get on YouTube and watch the news reels of the attacks or make the day into its own kind of Fourth of July, but the gravity of the event seems to demand somethin…
For a large number of UT students, the Cumberland strip is a regular destination for quick lunches, sit-down dinners, Friday night entertainment and nearly everything in between. From Raising Canes to Mellow Mushroom, Walgreens to Tropical Smoothie, nearly anything a dorm room stricken or fi…
This weekend there will be tons to do all over the city of Knoxville. This article will give readers a starting point and inform local residents about some events this coming Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
UTK has faced numerous challenges this semester, and one would have to be living under Volunteer Boulevard’s rock to not be aware of the recent dining complications. For nearly a month, UT students have been subjected to early closings of dining halls, long lines, limited time to eat and out…
Oh Sonic, you lovable mess.
As COVID-19 cases skyrocket to higher than they’ve ever been in Knox County Schools, the debate over whether or not students and teachers should be required to wear masks has become more charged.
After this movie, Simu Liu could lead the rest of the Marvel films and there wouldn’t be a complaint.
