Finance + Legal Services

Dad Strength

Article by Caden Mumford, CFP® | Photography by Cameryn Mae Photography “Let’s take a break here for a second,” I said nonchalantly, as if it were for both our benefit. It wasn’t. My muscles were on fire, and I was out of breath and soaked in sweat—despite it being 40 degrees outside. I took a wobbling step out of the canoe onto shore, my headlamp illuminating the condensed warm air rising from the river and my body. My dad and I were 2 miles into a 3-mile canoe trip upriver. It was 4 a.m....

Arts + Culture

Historic South Knoxville: A New Book to Capture the Rich History Across the River

Article by Paul James and Jack Neely | Photography by Knoxville History Project The Knoxville History Project is nearing completion on Historic South Knoxville , a new community history book to be published late this year. The book will broadly cover all of South Knoxville, but here is a brief look at a few of the district’s notable individuals, industries and communities.   Twenty years ago, it would have been hard to find a good place to buy a fancy cup of coffee or a decent draft beer...

Life + Culture

Brian Worley’s Antiquities: Addison’s Bookstore

Anchoring Community in Downtown Knoxville With Bricks and Books One Rare Edition at a Time Article and Photography by Chelsea Babin For most, a 37-year career in nuclear engineering at Oak Ridge National Laboratory and owning a data analysis company would be the crowning achievement of a lifetime. For native Knoxvillian Brian Worley, it was simply the analytical foundation for a long-held dream. Today, instead of overseeing data sets, Worley oversees a different kind of history at Addison’s...

Auto + Marine

Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan

2026 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan From Mercedes-Benz of Knoxville: Always the Measure of What Matters Article by KCL staff | Photography by Mercedes-Benz USA The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has long been a standard-bearer for full-size luxury sedan elegance and refinement . East Tennessee executives value the top-tier S-Class Sedan for its prestige and performance, tech-rich interior engineering, Burmester® surround sound, spacious rear cabin with climate zones and driver assists in the S-class...

Health + Wellness

Gallaher Plastic Surgery and MedSpa

Dr. Tom Gallaher Addresses Anti-Aging: An Elevated, Comprehensive Approach to Aesthetics for Women and Men Article by KCL Staff | Photography by Shawn Poynter Under the leadership of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Tom Gallaher, Gallaher Plastic Surgery and MedSpa serves patients in Powell, Bearden, Tellico Village, Maryville and Florence, Alabama. Considered one of the Southeast’s premier plastic surgery and medical spa practices, his team provides a comprehensive breadth of surgical...

Arts + Culture

The Plaid Apron Celebrates 15 Years

Drew and Bonni McDonald Build a Restaurant From ‘Scratch’ in the Heart of Sequoyah Hills Article by Amy Campbell | Photography by Shawn Poynter, Amy Campbell In 2011, Bonni and Drew McDonald decided to make a big move. They created a refined neighborhood café focused on seasonal, farm-driven cuisine. Sourcing as many ingredients as possible locally to support the East Tennessee farming community was a non-negotiable for them. The vision from the beginning was elevated comfort food, made from...

Life + Culture

The ASTROrdinary Dobbs Foundation Inc.

The Sky Is Not the Limit for Joshua Dobbs, Host of 5th Annual Golf Classic Article by Chelsea Babin | Photography by Chelsea Babin Photography, ASTROrdinary Dobbs Foundation Inc., Big Slate Media Joshua Dobbs—NFL quarterback and aspiring aerospace engineer—known for his Vol for Life spirit, recently traded his football gear for golf clubs to support the ASTROrdinary Dobbs Foundation Inc.'s 5th Annual Joshua Dobbs ASTROrdinary Golf Classic. Founded in 2022, this nonprofit inspires and empowers...

Food + Beverage

Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro Honored

Executive Chef Jeff Carter’s Brunch Named One of OpenTable’s Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America Article by KCL Staff | Photography by Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro Congratulations to Dancing Bear Appalachian Bistro in Townsend and its talented team, led by Executive Chef Jeff Carter, on being named one of OpenTable’s Top 100 Brunch Restaurants in America. Selected through OpenTable diner reviews and dining metrics, the annual list recognizes restaurants that deliver exceptional brunch...

Food + Beverage

Toasting Dads!

Kick Off Your Father’s Day Celebration With Beverages That Make It a Top-Shelf Day Article by KCL staff | Photography by Company Distilling, Oldham Hospitality, Adobe Every June, we get a chance to thank the big guy on Father’s Day! And every June, we look around for new ways to tell the fathers and father figures in our lives just how appreciated they are for all the wonderful things they do and all the remarkable ways they inspire us every day.   For Father’s Day 2026, we were inspired to...

Health + Wellness

Rewiring the Brain, Restoring Lives

Meet the Team at Horizons Neurofeedback and Counseling, Guiding Clients Toward Balance, Clarity and Renewal Article by KCL staff | Photography by Shawn Poynter For Karlene Howie, MS, MAC, LPC, her journey to East Tennessee was a long-time premonition. Raised on a farm in Montana, she felt drawn toward the Volunteer State—a quiet certainty that she would one day call Tennessee home. In 2023, that vision became a reality when she brought her family to explore the region. The moment she stepped...