2019

In August, perhaps November, Knoxville will welcome a new City Mayor.  Who it will be is anyone’s guess at this point; however, city voters have a vast array of personalities, backgrounds, and philosophies to choose from.  With six…
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Special Spaces creates dream bedrooms that put the fun in functional It was Saturday morning in early May when a crew of eight arrived at the Carmichael residence for a room redesign. Geared up in clothes for painting, tools galore,…
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Protect your income from Uncle Sam to maximize your cash flow If you drive a car, I’ll tax the street,If you try to sit, I’ll tax your seat.If you get too cold, I’ll tax the heat,If you take a walk, I’ll tax your feet. —The…
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The secret to a long and happy life We’ve all heard stories about how pets can help us feel better and how they’re good for both our physical and emotional well-being. But these are more than just stories…they’re science. According to…
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Dear Knoxonomist: My brother, wife, and kids are planning a beach trip. I think they asked me primarily because I have an SUV to haul a bunch of useless junk they don’t need–inflatable animals, beach chairs, bicycles, coolers, and…
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She never asked to become the center of our universe. She was, after all, just a baby when we met, and we were not sure we really wanted the aggravation of housebreaking a new puppy. The mistake we made was taking our young…
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Utilizing Knoxville's Greenways and Urban Wilderness It seems like every year more research is released stating the importance of physical activity and exercise to maintain a long and healthy lifestyle. There is a litany of ways to…
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Rebel Kitchen brings an Appalachian approach to French cuisine on West Jackson Avenue For starters, the name Rebel Kitchen is a misnomer. Chef Preston Williams is all about farm-to-table Appalachian cuisine, but his food and atmosphere…
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A blast from the past or a glimpse into the future? Knoxville is one of the most recent cities to receive scooter-share programs called Spin and VeoRide. According to Spin, they are “transforming cities and communities by offering…
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Reader’s Digest’s “Nicest Place in America” is no exaggeration. The high-spirited owner of Yassin’s Falafel House, Yassin Terou, outpours love and support to the Knoxville community because he is so grateful for receiving the same. Since…
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