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Court Appointed Special Advocates walk with children through trauma, one visit, one report, one hug at a time. When we hear about kids who’ve been abused or neglected, the first thing we think is: bad parents. “Most of us start out with…
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Knox Makers builds community with creativity Andrew Gibbs was stuck in a desk job he did not enjoy. It was 2017, and he had recently moved to Knoxville from California. An outdoors enthusiast, he joined Knox Makers to learn woodworking.…
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Amanda Scott fights for her perspective on the world Though her earlier career as a dental hygienist surely contributes to Amanda Scott’s vivid smile, the passion she feels toward her current one adds energy and enthusiasm to it. …
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Maryville's Pinkie Mistry brings nature to life in canvas and murals Pinkie Mistry can measure the progress of her art not only in its development but also in its size. Originally working as a graphic designer after completing that…
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Girl Talk Inc. Shapes Knoxville’s Future Women Sometimes, just talking helps. That’s the premise behind Girl Talk Inc., a Knoxville-based nonprofit aimed at helping Knoxville’s young females grow into their best selves. The talking…
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How a dream came true for a Knoxville animal rescue Until recently, Horse Haven, a nonprofit that rehabilitates horses that have been neglected or abused, occupied 15 acres of leased property in Loudon County. When Cityview featured…
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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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A visit to the University of Tennessee led watercolorist Kate McCullough back to art It seems buildings can make a first impression as strongly as people can. Because the first time Kate McCullough laid eyes on the Art and Architecture…
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Debbie Corley finds inspiration and challenges in artist communities Debbie Corley sees herself as a ceramics hobbyist, but her professional connections tell a different tale. She was juried into the Art Market Gallery last year and was…
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Knoxville Dream Center began 'under the bridge' but has spread help throughout Knoxville Every Tuesday at about 4 pm, Becky Wells arrives at Beaver Creek Cumberland Presbyterian Church ready to work. Already there are other diehard…
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