KNOXVILLE, TN (Dec. 30, 2020) – On Christmas Eve, Community Television of Knoxville celebrates 45 years of service to the residents of Knoxville, including many of the people who live in your neighborhood! As…
MAYORS UNVEIL COVID-19 MEMORIAL
KNOXVILLE, TN (Dec. 30, 2020) – Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon and Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs held a brief, private ceremony unveiling a COVID-19 memorial on the front lawn of…
Michael McMeel, Rock Band Drummer is Drum Major for Children
KNOXVILLE, TN (December 2020) – COVID didn’t stop the spirit of Christmas. Despite the hardships of 2020, it came. Despite a pandemic, it came. The celebration of the reason for the season,…
Wreaths Across America Decorated 3 Knoxville Veteran’s Cemeteries
REMEMBER the Fallen. . . HONOR those who Serve. . . TEACH our children the value of Freedom. KNOXVILLE, TN (Dec. 2020) – December 19th, was the wreath-laying day for Wreaths…
The Links, Incorporated Knoxville, Celebrate 50 years of community service
The Knoxville, Tennessee Chapter of The Links, Incorporated Celebrated its Golden Anniversary KNOXVILLE, TN (Dec. 2020) – The Links, Incorporated-Knoxville, Tenn. Chapter celebrated 50 years of service to the local community….
SCAM ALERT: Targeting KUB Customers
KUB has experienced an increase in customers reporting scam attempts. A call with a threat of shutoff within hours or that day, etc., WILL NOT come from KUB. KNOXVILLE, TN (Nov….
Bronze Kingdom Museum offers event, retreat space in Orlando
The Bronze Kingdom is home to the world’s largest collection of Bronze African Art, and the home of a premier African diaspora event space in its new 27,000 square-foot facilities. …
The Maker City Local Gift Guide
For unique gifts, Shop Small throughout the holiday season! (December 2020) – The clock is ticking for gifting! Don’t wait till the last minute to check off everyone on your gift list!…
WALLS: A Play for Palestine by Knoxville artist Summer Awad
A Zoom reading of a semi-autobiographical political play by Knoxville playwright Summer Awad. WALLS: A Play for Palestine is a play written by Summer Ghasan Awad. Based on the playwright’s life, WALLS tells…
Chilhowee Park Neighbors Praise Long Awaited Speed Humps
The City of Knoxville budget for 2020 allowed for 6 neighborhood traffic calming projects – with one in East Knoxville. Knoxville, TN (September 2020) – As recently as a few months ago, day…
Get Up, Get Out, Get Online Local events
Don’t succumb to the drama of 2020! There are many safe ways to let your hair down, relax and enjoy some much needed adult recreation. Some events are live streamed, and most…
Senior Drive-thru Expo today at O’Connor Center
Knoxville, TN (Nov. 3, 2020) – Aging a Family Affair will kick-off its 36th year with a Senior Expo Drive-thru from 9 am to noon on Thursday, Nov. 5 at O’Connor Senior…
CARES Relief Funds for utility, rent and mortgage payments for East Tennessee residents
People across East Tennessee, and the country, are reeling from the impact of Covid-19, unable to pay bills and struggling to find employment. East Tennessee (October 2020) – COVID-19 Emergency…
Farmers To Families Food Boxes of Meat, milk, and cheese continues on Fridays
UPDATE: This program of the Federal government was stopped in October after 3 weeks. KNOXVILLE, TN (October 2020) – This Friday, October 23rd, a “Farmers To Families Food” truck will again deliver…
YMCA Free Y-STRONG Virtual Home Workout Challenge for all ages
YMCA invites you to join a free challenge to reenergize spirit, mind and body during the ongoing coronavirus suppressions and restrictions. For all ages – We got this! KNOXVILLE, Tenn. (Oct….
Virtual Town Hall IV: Local Elected Officials on Social Justice
Beck is hosting its fourth Virtual Town Hall Meeting on Racial Justice with Public Officials on Friday September 25 at 4:00 p.m. and concluding at 6:00 p.m. This Beck event is proudly supported and sponsored by Pellissippi…
Cal Johnson Recreation Center Gets Upgrades
KNOXVILLE, TN (Sept. 23, 2020) – Mayor Indya Kincannon, City Council members and community advocates officially cut a ribbon and dedicated the rejuvenated Cal Johnson Recreation Center, 507 Hall of Fame…
Free Movies on the Midway at Chilhowee Park
KNOXVILLE, TN – This fall, the silver screen is coming to the Midway at Chilhowee Park for three nights: Friday, October 9, 16, & 30. And you get to pick the flicks!…
9/11 Memorial events in East Tenn cities
City of Knoxville and Knox County 9/11 ceremony on Friday. City of Knoxville and Knox County officials will gather this Friday to honor the victims of September 11, 2001. The ceremony will…
PARC 2nd Quarter public meeting via Zoom
KNOXVILLE, TN (Sept. 9, 2020) – The City of Knoxville Police Advisory & Review Committee (PARC) will hold its 2nd Quarter meeting on Thursday, Sept. 10, at 6 p.m. via the Zoom…
Local author David Hunter’s new book coming soon
THE BOOK CONTRACT HAS BEEN SIGNED! From David Hunter There are inevitable stages in the development of a novel: usually an author has an idea for a book, which is pitched to…
KAUL’s Shoes for School provides shoes, supplies and mask
Knoxville, TN (August 2, 2020) – The Knoxville Area Urban League’s 18th annual Shoes for School program became a drive-through and pickup event…
East Knoxville Safely Moves Forward
By Patricia Williams KNOXVILLE, TN (June 2020) – East Knoxville buzzed with activities last Saturday, June 27th – all while following mandated coronavirus safety and social distancing protocols. Events held in a…
Highlander Center Summer Youth Program Accepting Applicants
Every year, Highlander’s Seeds of Fire youth organizing program has hosted an in-person week-long gathering, bringing together youth living and organizing across the US South to skill-build, and develop deep relationships across regions. This…
JUNETEENTH Events: Freedom Rally & Town Hall
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration commemorating the ending of slavery in the United States. Dating back to 1865, it was on June 19th that the union soldiers, led by major general Gordon…