More than 1,000 people have responded to the Facebook post inviting everyone to the Powell Station Celebration this Saturday, August 13, at Powell High School and Powell Station Park. The …
Spider web season
I consider August the beginning of spider web season. When my boys were young, we’d often go out in the mornings, looking for water-laden sparkling spider webs.
Not sure if this …
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 …
There’s still time for summer fun at Zoo Knoxville
The weather is still hot, and there is still plenty of time to spend at the Clayton Safari Splash at Zoo Knoxville. The splash pad is free with general zoo …
Y’all be careful now
Farm life is wonderful, but you must be careful. That fact was brought home to us last week. Hank, our 18-year-old great-nephew who has lived on a 1000-acre farm all …
Blackberry pickin’ time
Even though I can’t recall blackberry winter this year I suppose it happened. I have seen a few cars parked on interstate and highway shoulders with people next to brambles …
Storms bring extra work for EPW
Knox County Engineering and Public Works crews worked day and night through July to keep roads open and safe from 279 downed trees, 23 closed roads and 12 rock or …
Go on a sunset cruise at Big Ridge
Enjoy a Night Kayak Float at Big Ridge State Park this Saturday, August 6, at 8 p.m. The cost is $10 and includes kayak, paddle and life jacket. Meet Interpreter …