2019

George and Eloise Zalucki empower others on their quest for success in life and business George and Eloise Zalucki are the kind of power couple that run on a clean-burning engine that never shuts off. They are in a constant state of…
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Advances in breast cancer screening, treatment put Knoxville ahead of many cities When it comes to breast cancer detection and treatment, Knoxville outpaces many cities many times larger. At two centers in the Dowell Springs medical…
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Dear Knoxonomist: What’s the deal with the new ban against using cell phones while driving? I understand distracted driving is an issue, but why single out cell phones? If we’re going to outlaw driving distractions, why not outlaw…
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Once upon a time…there were more passenger pigeons in the world than any other bird species. Some experts estimated the total population at between three and five billion when Europeans discovered the Americas. In 1813, French-American…
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A Man of Love and Light In July of 2017, we had the privilege of interviewing Knoxville-native Chris Blue when he returned as champion of season 12 of NBC’s The Voice. Fast forward two years and here we are again in the same studio,…
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Creating a Community of Advocates Fatima Ahdaouil has always loved working with the community. But it wasn’t until she began working with the YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley that she realized how powerful her ability to connect…
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Transforming the humble picnic into an affair to remember With the dog days of summer firmly planted in our rear view, the gentle arms of autumn beckon us outside. Oppressive heat and humidity hold us hostage no longer. It’s an annual…
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Walnut Kitchen combines a neighborhood feeling with farm fresh cuisine In its 100-year history, the two-story red brick building on High Street in Maryville has been a hotel, bawdy house, laundromat, and market. Thanks to…
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Making memories on Lake Michigan The weather is near perfect as we leave the marina. Guide Eric Haataja has the boat fueled up and loaded with rods. In the giant body of water that is Lake Michigan, I wonder just how you pinpoint…
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It’s time to dust off the checkered overalls and belt out your best rendition of “Rocky Top.” It’s officially Football Time in Tennessee! Heading into year two under Jeremy Pruitt, Vols fans can hope for improvement. At SEC Media Day…
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