2024

Pasta alla ruota headlines a Tuscan-inspired menu in downtown Maryville. We began our Tuscan journey at Bella in Maryville with one of what would be several specialty cocktails, this one the Venetian Old Fashioned, made with Old…
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Two tragic endings, one forgotten story At 2:20 a.m. on Sunday, April 14, 1912, the RMS Titanic of the White Star Line struck an iceberg in the North Atlantic. In its maiden voyage, only four days after departing the English port at…
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For a man better acquainted with sidewalks than saddles, nature has been a source of endless comedy—and bruises. As I read the latest Garden & Gun magazine, I am again reminded how out of touch I am with nature. I have never been…
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East TN Historical Society strives to preserve our past and connect us to it Country music. Sports. The Smokies. All three contribute largely to the identity of the region known as East Tennessee. That’s why all three are subjects of…
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US Marine Chris Bryant stands ready to protect, to serve—and to help save the lives of his fellow military warriors Chris Bryant is not one to seek the limelight, so it’s no surprise that he is most animated when talking about the…
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Lady Vols Coach Kim Caldwell took five portal transfers and installed a high-octane pressing defense and up-tempo offense shooting plenty of threes Midway through the second quarter of a December game against Florida State, the Lady…
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There is no greater gift we leave than to help ensure the preservation of nature and our wildlife for future generations It was the 75th annual Tennessee Wildlife Federation meeting in Chattanooga, and I sat next to Earl Worsham in the…
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The Power of Companionship Shangri-La Therapeutic Academy of Riding brings hope, love,and purpose to those in need through the help of the innovative programs N o, no, horses don’t belong in the house!” Lynn Petr, the executive…
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Earl and Margit Worsham share a journey of ambition, love, and resilience Walking up to the main house atop the Norton Creek preserve, I am excited to see my friends. Earl’s warm smile and friendly chuckle are enough to brighten…
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Building a business is a skill, and a skill can be learned. Take it from them. How often do you think about the battery in your pocket right now? And I mean really think about it – where it comes from, how it works, and what it means…
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