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Dear Knoxonomist:Every Christmas our kids, grandkids, and their dogs arrive at our house for what always turns out to be a full-fledged bacchanalia. The grandkids shake the walls with their rough housing and yelling, the parents drink too…
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Chris Blue is no stranger to the camera, or stopping traffic for that matter, so this cover shoot came naturally for our Knoxville-native artist turned national household name with his 2017 winning of The Voice. …
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With the retirement of Joe DiPietro from his position as president of the University of Tennessee System, the UT Board of Trustees were saddled with some very important shoes to fill. The board chair had his sights on one man to fill…
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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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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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There are, perhaps, no greater caretakers of the law than those who dedicate their lives to uncovering the intricacies contained in its meaning. They demonstrate an unwavering reverence to the rule of order. They seek to creatively…
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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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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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It's About Thyme It was a magical evening. Seven great chefs, eight wonderful wines, a delightful three-piece jazz ensemble, and close to 300 happy guests sampling it all. Representatives of The Chairman’s Club, in their brightly colored…
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Anthony Ploof – The Drawing Room at The Tennessean With 15 years of culinary excellence, Anthony Ploof is already setting the bar high in Knoxville.  His former position as chef de cuisine at a luxury resort and spa in Vermont prepared him…
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