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Elst Brewing Company to Become The Black Dog
On July 6th, Elst Brewing Company, located at 2419 North Central Street, made this announcement on their social media platforms:. “It is with mixed emotions that we share some important news about the future of Elst. After five wonderful years of serving this incredible community, we have decided to sell our building and transition to new ownership. We will continue to operate as Elst through August 5th. After that, the space will be handed over to new ownership.
Eastman and University of Tennessee Fans Break Records With 44,950 Pounds of Recycling
In 2022, Eastman set a world record with the University of Tennessee’s “Good Sports Always Give Back” program by recycling 38,452 pounds of waste. In 2023, they challenged the University of Michigan, pitting Neyland Stadium against The Big House. Tennessee fans competed to recycle the most game day waste in a single day, resulting in an impressive 44,950 pounds of waste recycled.
2024 SEC Football Preview: Tennessee Volunteers Expectations and Updates
The Tennessee Volunteers are aiming for a strong comeback in the 2024 college football season, following a dip in performance last year. Under Coach Josh Heupel, the team saw inconsistency in quarterback play with Joe Milton, but hopes for renewal rest on redshirt freshman Nico Iamaleava's potential to lead a more effective offense. With key returning players and newly acquired talent, optimism is high, although the defense faces challenges due to significant player losses. The Vols' schedule presents opportunities, potentially allowing them to vie for playoff contention if they can overcome a few tough matchups.
Inspiring the Next Generation of Female Athletes with Dana Hart
In this episode of Connect the Knox, host Julia Hurley is joined by Dana Hart, Executive Director of the Women's Basketball Hall of Fame. Dana shares her compelling journey from Missouri to Knoxville and her deep involvement in the Hall of Fame. They... In this episode of Connect the Knox,...
SmashCity owner charged with food hall theft has a pattern of stealing from restaurants
SmashCity owner Paul Moody, who is charged with stealing more than $250,000 from Marble City Market during his time as manager, previously pled guilty to stealing on a smaller scale from other restaurants that employed him. Court records show Moody was working at (or had just been fired from) Hurricane Grill &...
Traveling exhibit on history of education for Black Tennesseans opens at Clinton 12 museum
Green McAdoo Cultural Center in Clinton presents "Building a Bright Future: Black Communities and Rosenwald Schools in Tennessee," a new traveling exhibition, on display Aug. 1-Sept. 13. Created by the Tennessee State Museum in partnership with The John Hope and Aurelia E. Franklin Library at Fisk University, the exhibition traces the history of education for Black Tennesseans from the Reconstruction period, through the development of the Rosenwald program, and into the present day. ...
Espernberger Earns Spot in 200 Fly Final Behind Personal-Best Effort
PARIS – It was a busy day at París La Défense Arena for Tennessee swimming, as junior Martin Espernberger advanced to the 200 fly final to highlight six Vols and Lady Vols competing on day four of the 2024 Olympic Games. After posting the fifth-fastest time during...
Bill Monroe’s Historic $12 Million Tennessee Estate for Sale — See Inside! [Pictures]
The stunning Tennessee estate that belonged to country music icon Bill Monroe is currently for sale, and the buyer will be getting a piece of history. Bluegrass Today reports that the pioneering bluegrass legend's 244-acre estate in the affluent Nashville suburb of Goodlettsville, Tenn., is currently for sale. The massive property is listed for $12 million.
Tim Banks excited to coach deepest defense he's had at Tennessee
Tennessee football will open preseason camp Wednesday morning, and Tim Banks had plenty to say about it. football will open preseason camp Wednesday morning, and Tim Banks had plenty to say about it. Banks spoke with reporters Tuesday afternoon at Anderson Training Center to discuss the state of his Tennessee...
Report: Cities in Middle, East Tennessee best for relocating
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--A new report ranking the best and worst cities for new residents to relocate finds cities to the east of Nashville are most favorable. The report, created by USA Today Homefront, ranked 20 cities on 16 metrics, including life expectancy, median income, typical rent, typical home value, and unemployment rate. Their analysis resulted in Johnson City taking the #1 spot thanks to high marks in health care, public safety, second-lowest rent, good education options, and the second-most restaurants per 1,000 residents.
Governor Visited YEP Participants at Buffalo River Resort
Governor Bill Lee was in Perry County last Friday, July 26, 2024, to visit Tennessee’s Youth Employment Program (YEP) participants at Buffalo River Resort which hired seventeen youth and young adults to work various jobs during the peak summer vacation season. Gov. Lee met with the resort’s owners, talked with YEP participants, and saw firsthand the positive impact YEP has on Perry County’s economy.
McDonald Tennessee’s ‘Farmer of the Year’
(Submitted by University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture) If you have eaten a watermelon from Kroger or purchased Chattanooga Whiskey, there is a good chance you have already experienced some of what one Tennessee farm, Catesa Farms, has to offer. George McDonald, owner and operator of that exceptional farm, has been named as the 2024 Tennessee Farmer of the Year.
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