Give Mom the gift of Saturday

Betsy PickleOur Town Arts

OK, kids, you’re going to have to come up with something super-awesome for Mother’s Day on Sunday because this weekend, Saturday is when everything’s happening.
For starters, there’s the oldest-established permanent …

Today marks end of Candoro tours

Betsy PickleSouth Knox

Fall is a time of endings, and today is the public’s last chance this year to tour the Candoro Arts & Heritage Center and enjoy the “Rock of Ages” exhibit …

Welch launch draws politicos, neighbors, dad

Betsy PickleSouth Knox

Stephanie Welch’s official launch to her campaign for the First District seat on City Council drew a healthy crowd of high-profile friends, supportive neighbors and far-flying family.
Welch, vice president of …

Big night for art show

Betsy PickleSouth Knox

The Candoro Dogwood Art Show wrapped up its month-long run during Vestival, but not before hosting a laidback artist reception the night before.
In addition to the juried – and varied …

Vestival = world-class fun

Betsy PickleSouth Knox

Vestival, South Knoxville’s annual arts and heritage festival, is known for promoting Appalachian culture and Vestal history. It tends to draw SoKno locals and lovers of old-time music and crafts …