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How storyteller Bil Lepp re-interprets Oak Ridge prophet John Hendrix’s life story
I was pleased to introduce highly acclaimed storyteller, Bil Lepp, to Dennis Aslinger, John Hendrix’s great-grandson. I also provided Lepp a copy of Dennis’ book, "The Prophet of Oak Ridge Revealed."' It was exciting to know that Lepp had continued researching the John Hendrix story and he told me he thought he had a better ending than when he first told the story in 2023. ...
Log Cabins and Folk Art at the Museum of Appalachia
Step back in time to the early days of Tennessee’s pioneer history at the Museum of Appalachia. This charming museum provides a glimpse into settlers’ culture and daily life through a collection of over 250,000 artifacts and dozens of buildings. Since the late 1960s, this living history museum has grown to be a well-loved attraction in eastern Tennessee.
Oak Ridge Philharmonia presents two free concerts in August
The Oak Ridge Philharmonia will present two free POPS concerts in August in Oak Ridge and Knoxville. “We hope you can join us for a generous portion of very enjoyable and inspiring music,” a press release said. Musical performances will include:. Aaron Copland: Variations on a Shaker Melody (from...
Green tree frogs find love at Mayor Bob Leonard Park
Two decades ago, green tree frogs weren’t known to exist in Knox County. These bright green amphibians, typically 1.25” to 2.5” inches long, live throughout the central and southeastern U.S., but they had never been found in East Tennessee. Then, in 2011, green tree frogs were identified in Cades Cove, and they can now be found in several spots in west Knoxville—including the wetland in the center of Farragut’s Mayor Bob Leonard Park.
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