Arts + Culture

Honoring Local Historians for Their Significant Contributions to Knoxville History

Article by Paul James and Jack Neely | Photography by Knoxville History Project Through its popular annual luncheon, the Knoxville History Project recognizes local historians who through research, public programs and published books and articles, have increased our collective knowledge of and appreciation for the city’s past. Known as the William Rule Award for Lifetime Achievement in Knoxville History, this recognition also honors the legacy of Captain William Rule, a major figure in the...

Arts + Culture

Art of Alchemy: Blending Community and Spirit

East Tennessee Native Roy Milner and a Collective of Master Makers Collaborate to Do Something ‘Different, Disruptive, Delicious’ – and Definitely Fun Article by Chelsea Babin | Photography by Shawn Poynter Co-founder of multiple beverage ventures, Roy Milner has been in and around the spirits industry for the better part of two decades. Roy shares his latest adventure with friends to create Art of Alchemy, an enterprise whose mission he says is rooted in friendship, community, and...

Food + Beverage

Summer Grilling Series

Owner and Executive Chef David Rule of The Appalachian Kicks Off Series on Pitmaster-Level Grilling Tips Article by Patricia Storm Broyles | Photography by Beau Branton Join us for a three-part Summer Grilling Series with three of East Tennessee’s premier executive chefs , Jeff Carter (Dancing Bear Lodge and Appalachian Bistro), Joseph Lenn (J.C. Holdway), and David Rule (The Appalachian). All three are alums of the acclaimed Blackberry Farm kitchen. Yet each brings something unique to the...

Life + Culture

A ‘Dog-Forward’ Story from Blackberry Farm

Meet Jim Sanford who Trains Lagotti Romagnoli – So Smart They Can Find Truffles, So Adorable They Can Steal Hearts Article by Patricia Storm Broyles | Photography by Shawn Poynter An acclaimed breeder and trainer of Lagotto Romagnolo truffle dogs (lag-oh-toe roman-yolo), Jim Sanford has followed a career path that reads a bit like Forrest Gump. Before working at Blackberry Farm, Tennessee’s world-renowned luxury resort, Jim spent twenty years traveling in North America, even to Australia...

Finance + Legal Services

Wealth Redefined

Article by Bill Waltman, CFP®, CPA | Photography by Ben Finch When one ponders the concept of wealth, it is often tied to a number. How much is my net worth? Is the total of my investments enough to provide the income I need to live a comfortable life? Will I run out of money if I live well into my '90s? All logical questions and worthy of consideration. But this often leads to an inordinate focus on only money and ignores the other aspects of wealth which can be just as important. I recently...

Arts + Culture

Twelve Brand Newt Ambassadors

Downtown Knoxville Alliance Debuts “Newts in Knoxville” – A Permanent Art Installation and Scavenger Hunt – June 6 Article by Patricia Storm Broyles | Photography by Shawn Poynter Formed in 1993 as a Central Business Improvement District, the Downtown Knoxville Alliance (DKA) encompasses a 0.67-square-mile area, from Volunteer Landing to the Southern Railway tracks north of Jackson in the Old City, and 11th Street west of the Knoxville Museum of Art to Hall of Fame Drive. The core of the...

Arts + Culture

Knoxville: A Walking Music Guide Part II

Article by Paul James and Jack Neely | Photography by Knoxville History Project, Shawn Poynter, and the Calvin M. McClung Historical Collection This is the second part of a look at the city’s deep and endlessly fascinating musical history based on the publication of a new educational booklet by the Knoxville History Project. For years now, local historians and journalists have described Knoxville as the “Cradle of Country Music” for the multitude of songwriters and performers who got their...

Finance + Legal Services

I’ll Bring the Snacks

Article by Melissa Ballard, CFP® | Photography by Ben Finch I recently happened upon a box of stationery at a bookstore by “Em & Friends” simply called “Empathy Cards.” (Google them!). The cards include messages like, “There is no good card for this. I’m so sorry.” And my personal favorite, “I know there’s no normal to go back to. But I’m here to help you build a new one (and I’ll bring snacks).” I bought the set and imagine I’ll buy more when these run out. I think they send the reminder that...

Shopping

Elevating Personal Style at “Mellow”

Two Knoxville Entrepreneurs Have Created a Fresh Local Retail Concept Article by West Knoxville Lifestyle Staff | Photography by Shauna McCoy Photography Jessica Wang and Lauren Fenske met through their husbands’ long-term friendship, developed their own friendship, and found a shared connection for creativity, design, and beautiful spaces.   They’ve merged their shared passions to create a new welcoming, calming, and inspiring retail space that helps people elevate their home and personal...

Health + Wellness

Bonds of Love

Children’s Hospital celebrates one year of success stories with the first NICU “Milk Drops” program in East Tennessee Article by Patricia Storm Broyles | Photography by Shawn Poynter In the spring of 2024, East Tennessee Children’s Hospital debuted a program for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) that would help their parents bond sooner and more easily with their tiniest patients.   “Our whole team had the opportunity to take a course specifically geared toward very premature babies,”...