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5 Great Outdoor Field Trips for Homeschooling Families
1. Museum of Appalachia, Norris
The Museum of Appalachia is a pioneer mountain farm-village that lends voice to the people of Southern Appalachia through the artifacts and stories they left behind. Self-guided tours are offered daily.
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5 Things that Happened in August
1. The first telegram was sent across the world.
The first telegram was sent from the New York Times office on Aug. 20, 1911. The message, which travelled more than 28,000 miles, read “This message sent around the world." It took 16 and!-->!-->!-->…
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5 Facts About the Dog Days of Summer
1. The Dog Days run from July 3 to Aug. 11.
This period of sweltering heat coincides with the year’s rising of Sirius, the Dog Star. Not including our own Sun, Sirius is the brightest star in the sky.
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5 Delicious Ways to Flavor Fresh Corn
Here are five ways to add extra flavor to a fresh ear of corn. Go to the Food Network for a lot more.
1. Maple-Chipotle Corn
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5 Virtual Things to Do Around Knoxville
1. Take a tour of Blount Mansion.
2. Tour historic Ramsey House on Wednesdays at 1 pm.
3. Take a virtual tour of the Beauford Delaney exhibit at the Knoxville Museum of Art.
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5 Things to Know About Getting Paid to Hike the AT
1. Devils Backbone Brewing Co. is looking for a hiker to tackle the Appalachian Trail next year.
The brewery is located in Virginia, not far from the trail.
2. The chosen hiker will get $20K.
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5 Things to Know About Grainger County Tomatoes
1. First, don't go to the Tomato Festival.
This year's tomato festival has been canceled due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Check back in 2021! It's usually held the last weekend in July.
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5 Facts About Comet NEOWISE
1. The rest of this month is your only chance to see it -- unless you live another 6800 years.
The comet will be visible to people in the northern hemisphere for the rest of the month. (The photo with this article is of a shooting!-->!-->!-->…
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5 Wineries in East Tennessee
1. Cades Cove Cellars, Townsend
Cades Cove Cellars is located in Townsend at the base of the Smoky Mountains. The winery has 16 wines visitors can try, and while you sip, you can watch it being made.
2. Stonehaus Winery, Crossville
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5 Scenic Drives in East Tennessee
Too hot to hike? Enjoy the views from the air-conditioned comfort of your car.
1. US 129 -- The Tail of the Dragon
The Tail of the Dragon takes you on a twisting, turning 318 curves in 11 miles that border the Great Smoky Mountains!-->!-->!-->!-->!-->…
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