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Cityview Editor Rebecca Whalen began working with Cityview back in 2014, then as the publication's Managing Editor. She later moved back to New York State, but continued to write about and remain connected to Knoxville, her former home. Today, as Cityview's Editor, she is thrilled to once again share the stories of East Tennessee with readers. When not working, Whalen spends her days with her husband and two children on outdoor adventures.

Arts

Floral Portraits

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Sarah Moore finds an artistic home among the wildflowers When ironweed first blooms in late summer, its vivid fuchsia cannot be missed. As the autumn shifts into winter, tanned, fluffy seed heads make their appearance. The plant…
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Around Town

Country Stuff

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Walker Hayes makes his way to the Marble City this spring We all remember the first time we heard “Fancy Like” on the radio. That classic guitar riff opens up to a song you can’t help but sway to. And now you’ll get to sway to it…
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Features

Notable in Knoxville

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If there’s one thing I know for sure, it’s that East Tennesseans know a thing or two about hard work and hospitality. Regardless of where you look, you are sure to find those in leadership positions leading with a sense of pride for our…
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Features

Elaine Streno

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At the helm of Second Harvest for more than two decades, Elaine Streno has led the charge in providing food for the most in need in East Tennessee. And while this executive director has much to feel proud of, she admits she’s far from…
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Features

Joel Farmer

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Joel Farmer spent much of his life working in the paper industry, but found a new career on his cattle ranch about a decade ago. A proud steward of Longhorn and Black Angus cattle, this once-UT football player has grown into a farmer who…
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Arts

A Calming Palette

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Michelle Barillaro draws viewers in with abstract cold wax art Michelle Barillaro can still vividly remember receiving her first set of oil pastels when she was seven, along with a special coloring book she designated only for them. She…
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Reba Returns

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Reba McEntire returns to the Thompson-Boling Arena on January 29 at 8 p.m. after postponing her tour last spring due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But to the delight of East Tennessee fans, McEntire announced back in October that she would be…
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Music

Jim Brickman

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Behind the music with 'America's New Romantic Piano Sensation' If you’ve ever seen him on stage, you know that Jim Brickman is a light hearted performer. He appears genuinely happy to be there, happy to share his music with the…
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