Why do smart people become nurses, physicians, dentists or pharmacists?
Most times it’s because they have a high degree of empathy and a desire to serve others. One Oak Ridge pharmacist …
OR pharmacist ‘prescribes’ oral contraceptives
An overview of Seven Islands Park
Seven Islands State Birding Park is the only park in Tennessee that primarily focuses on managing habitat for birds. In addition to creating a premier birding destination, the park provides …
Love birds? Spare the bugs
Every bug has a purpose. Did you know that very few caterpillars reach their mature size because birds gobble them down? It is estimated that one pair of chickadees must find 6,000 …
Secret City Improv needs a little help from friends
The Secret City Improv Festival is seeking additional fundraising through the crowdfunding site Kickstarter. The Secret City Improv Festival will be featuring 18 professional improv troupes from across America and …
Summer fun at Norris Dam State Park
There’s a bunch of activities going on this weekend at Norris Dam State Park, from a clean-up to guided hikes to a fly-tying class and the chance to sign up …
The Butterfly Festival returns
Mark your calendar. The Butterfly Festival is back this year in person.
The University of Tennessee Arboretum Society will present its seventh annual Butterfly Festival on Saturday, September 17, from 10 …
Lee A. Cate: The vastness of 98 years
The Rev. Lee Albert Cate passed away on July 12, 2022, after turning 98 on Father’s Day, June 19. His obituary writer said it best: “It is so hard to …
Freshwater mussels: Restoring Virginia’s bivalve bounty
Join the University of Tennessee Arboretum Society for a virtual program on Zoom Tuesday, July 19, 7 p.m. EDT as we learn from Tim Lane why mussels are important to …