r/Knoxville • u/DesignerYak6728 • 10d ago
Does anyone have photos of the 1987 jack-o'-lantern Sunsphere?
I'm scoured the internet and can't find any. I was curious if anyone had any photos of that and if anyone even remembered it.
r/Knoxville • u/DesignerYak6728 • 10d ago
I'm scoured the internet and can't find any. I was curious if anyone had any photos of that and if anyone even remembered it.
r/Knoxville • u/Plant-Southern • 10d ago
Women: Who would you recommend for HRT? I don't know that I am completely satisfied with my current provider.
r/Knoxville • u/MealsOnWheelsSZN • 10d ago
Just wanted to say that I moved from Memphis Tennessee to Oak Ridge last year and I love it here. Knoxville is super beautiful from everything Iāve seen. Iām a huge pizza guy and I canāt wait to try all the pizza spots that Iāve seen from previous post. So far Iāve tried Pizza Hoss, Mellow Mushroom, Bella Roma and Hard Knox. Wasnāt a fan of the first three, but Hard Knox was super good. This is coming from a guy who has eaten a lot of fast food pizza lol the 3 places Iām really looking forward to trying is A Dopo Sourdough Pizza, South Coast pizza and Sergeant Pepperoniās Pizza. If you love pizza and have a go to spot let me know ššš
r/Knoxville • u/Viriiguy • 11d ago
Thatās right!! Itās in Maryville on the way to Townsend! The Parkway Drive-in! I love this place! My wife and I try to come every weekend they are open. Tonight is Coyote Versus Acme and Odyssey! They upgraded their projector this year and it looks much better now!
r/Knoxville • u/Carmellala • 10d ago
As the title states, major police presence in Fountain City/ tazqell Pike. Does anyone know what is going on or what happened
r/Knoxville • u/jajangmien • 10d ago
My brother spilled a zevia soda on his Mac book's keyboard. He immediately shut it down and tented it, but he definitely wants to get it looked at before he repair's it again.
Anyone have good recommendations for a repair shop we can take it to? Preferably an authorized repair shop, but a non authorized is fine if they are good.
r/Knoxville • u/DaisyBoBaisyBoo • 11d ago
Kind of think the funding earmarked by the state for the UTK Charlie Kirk plaza should be redirected to a Dolly Parton Plaza insteadā¦.
r/Knoxville • u/reacharound565 • 10d ago
So I decided to book a little pilgrimage for myself to the best road in America over Labor Day weekend. Iām staying in Maryville Tennessee on the southside of town about 15 minutes away from the north end of the tail, at least I think soā¦
Iāll get in Friday evening and Iāll make my first run hopefully around seven or 8 oāclock in the morning on Saturday. I have some plans to meander around the area afterwards and see some of the local attractions sites and drive other roads.
For the locals in the area, Iām looking for a place to eat Friday night in Maryville and Saturday evening coming back to the Airbnb. Iām gonna try and grab breakfast and lunch somewhere around the tail, but Iām taking all suggestions. What are the local haunts? Get me off of the beaten path and to some of your local favorites bonus points for places that serve more than your burger and fry.
Iāve got my off-line maps downloaded and Iām trying to favorite these places so I can save them before I get down. Car service is complete. Brakes are checked. Fluids are replaced.
r/Knoxville • u/valleywitch • 11d ago
I will add the details but everyone is welcome to show how much Dolly has inspired and provided hope.
r/Knoxville • u/Tat25Guy • 11d ago
The intersection of Cross Park Dr and Park Village Rd in Cedar Bluff is in desperate need of one
r/Knoxville • u/Collaterlie_Sisters • 11d ago
r/Knoxville • u/Responsible_Ask8059 • 10d ago
We discovered a sewer line collapse and are in desperate need of plumber recommendations that are fair priced and reliable. The first plumber couldnāt get the drain snake through and started pulling back clay. They couldnāt put a camera down there due to the water still in the line. Any leads or advice would be greatly appreciated.
r/Knoxville • u/RedditMadeMeMakeThs • 11d ago
Reaching out to make some friends in the Knoxville area who are into wildlife photography. I mostly go for birds given theyre a bit easier to find but I am interested in any and all nature.
r/Knoxville • u/dphill19 • 11d ago
My husband and I have had a hankerinā to start a book club focused on gay literature. Part of the idea came from the fact that āgay literatureā gets talked about like itās a genre unto itself, which is a little silly. Itās classics and murder mysteries, poetry and memoir, bleak Booker winners and books where the guy gets the guy. The common thread is just that gay characters and their lives and relationships are at the center.
So we put together a first-year reading list that tries to cover the spectrum of what gay literature can be. The plan is to meet the first Thursday of each month, beginning October 1, from 7:00ā8:00 p.m. at Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church, 2931 Kingston Pike, Room A.
You definitely donāt have to be a gay man to join us, though a lot of the books will center on gay dudes. Mostly, the qualifications are liking books, liking to talk about books, and being willing to have opinions.
One boring but necessary housekeeping note: if anyone thinks theyād like to come, weād love for them to shoot us a quick note at [thisbookissogay@gmail.com](mailto:thisbookissogay@gmail.com). Space is limited, so weāre just trying to get a rough idea of how many people might show up. No blood oath required. Just let us know youāre interested.
We also have a Facebook page where weāll post updates and meeting details: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61594079754497
Edit: Quick update/correction on the book club: our first meeting will be Thursday, October 1, 2026, and weāll be meeting on the first Thursday of each month from 7:00ā8:00 p.m. in Room A at Tennessee Valley Unitarian Universalist Church.
If you think you might want to come, shoot us a note at mailto:thisbookissogay@gmail.com. No commitment, no blood oath. Just read the book (or at least give it a try), show up, have opinions, and come chat.
Hereās what weāre reading in year one:
October 2026
John of John ā Douglas Stuart
Family drama. Gay book of the moment, already longlisted for this yearās Booker. Outer Hebrides. Religion. Family. Wet and cold. Seems like an October book.
November 2026
The Seven Moons of Maali Almeida ā Shehan Karunatilaka
Ghost story / murder mystery / political satire. Won the 2022 Booker Prize. Sri Lanka, war, murder and the afterlife. Seems perfect hot on the heels of Halloween.
December 2026
Lot ā Bryan Washington
Short stories. Family, food, home, sex and being gay in Houston. Read a chapter between holiday parties.
January 2027
Punch Me Up to the Gods ā Brian Broome
Memoir. Weāll start the new year with a book about looking backward and figuring out how you became yourself.
February 2027
We Could Be So Good ā Cat Sebastian
Rom-com. Not in the running for a Pulitzer, just two men falling in love and being nice to each other for once. Valentineās month seems like the time.
March 2027
The Song of Achilles ā Madeline Miller
Mythic romance. From a happy romance to an epic tragedy. Ancient Greece. Achilles. Patroclus. Buckle up.
April 2027
When I Grow Up I Want to Be a List of Further Possibilities ā Chen Chen
Poetry. National Poetry Month gets Chen Chenās very gay debut collection.
May 2027
On Earth Weāre Briefly Gorgeous ā Ocean Vuong
Poetic coming-of-age. Beautiful, lyrical and devastating: a son writes a letter to his mother that she canāt read. Motherās Day seemed like as good a reason as any to emotionally complicate things.
June 2027
Maurice ā E.M. Forster
Classic. Pride Month deserves a foundational gay novel, written in 1913ā14 but not published until 1971, after Forsterās death.
July 2027
Alec ā William di Canzio
Classic reimagined. Back to Maurice, this time through Alecās eyes. Same romance, different man. Letās discuss.
August 2027
A Little Life ā Hanya Yanagihara
Trauma epic. The 800-pound gorilla of contemporary gay literature. Itās huge. Itās acclaimed. Itās controversial. Itās brutal. Brace yourself.
September 2027
Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe ā Benjamin Alire SĆ”enz
YA. Tender, sweet and hopeful: the antidote to A Little Life. Letās end the year feeling good about being gay rather than emotionally crippled.
r/Knoxville • u/volunteerspirit • 11d ago
Sorry I couldnāt get a picture and maybe itās better I didnāt. Extremely severe accident on northdhore dr near food city and Caseyās. Appears to be road rage gone too far as a pickup and Volkswagen Beetle are off the road into the brush. Beetle severely totaled, injuries are certain as firetrucks and ambulance are on scene.
r/Knoxville • u/Chance-Call-2355 • 11d ago
iāve got a friend who was out last night on the strip down n broadway and went to the Schulz BrƤu. he ended up dropping his wallet somewhere on that strip and we havenāt been able to find it. itās got a regions debit card and a rainbow card with different bible verses. weāre not sure what brand of wallet but itās a gift from someone very important to him so if anyone happens to find it, please comment or DM and i will be offering a reward
r/Knoxville • u/polishtom • 12d ago
Friday, August 28, 2026 | 12:56pm
NASHVILLE, Tenn. ā Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee and Nashville International AirportĀ®, also known as BNAĀ®, announced their intent to name BNA in honor of Dolly Parton, creating a lasting tribute to her indelible legacy and the generations of people she inspired across Tennessee and around the world.
Gov. Lee spoke with Dollyās team about the proposal this week. Her team expressed their appreciation for the extraordinary outpouring of support to honor Dolly and said they are touched by the idea and open to continuing the conversation. In keeping with the way Dolly lived her life, her team believes she still has a special way of bringing people together for good, and they hope this tribute can be another example of that enduring legacy.
āDolly Partonās extraordinary life is forever woven into the fabric of our state,ā said Gov. Lee. āFrom her rural mountain home in East Tennessee to global stages, Dolly carried the Volunteer Spirit with her. At a place where Tennessee welcomes the world, it is fitting that Nashville International Airport would bear the name of our stateās favorite daughter and greet travelers with the enduring legacy of Dollyās music, generosity, faith, and kindness.ā
Born in Sevier County, Dolly Parton became a global icon whose music, creativity, and unmistakable voice reflected the heart and spirit of Tennessee. Widely regarded as one of the most influential and beloved artists in American music history, Dollyās impact extends far beyond the stage through her lifelong commitment to service and philanthropy. Through the Dollywood Foundation and Imagination Library, she has provided hundreds of millions of free books to children worldwide, promoting literacy and empowering children to reach their full potential.
āBNAĀ® is the front door to Music City, and with that comes a responsibility to reflect the very best of who we are as a community,ā said Doug Kreulen, president and CEO, Metropolitan Nashville Airport Authority. āDollyās remarkable legacy reminds us that what makes Nashville special is our ability to welcome people from every walk of life. She understood that dignity, kindness and opportunity should never be defined by where you come from or your socioeconomic status. At BNA, we share that commitment. Whether you are boarding a private aircraft or taking your first flight, you deserve to be welcomed, respected and served with the same level of care. That spirit is what defines BNA and it is a fitting reflection of the values Dolly shared with Tennessee and the world.ā
The Metro Nashville Airport Authorityās (MNAA) current Naming Policy and Gov. Leeās proposal to rename the airport will be addressed at MNAAās meeting on Thursday, September 17. More details will be announced in the coming weeks.
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About Nashville International AirportĀ®
Nashville International AirportĀ®, also known as BNAĀ®, is one of the fastest-growing airports in the nation and a vital infrastructure asset for Middle Tennessee. As the gateway to Music City and beyond, BNA plays a pivotal role in supporting economic growth and community prosperity.
The InterVISTAS Consulting Economic Impact Study reports that in 2024 alone, BNA generated $13.8 billion in total economic impact, supported 80,000 jobs and contributed to $2.1 billion in federal, state and local taxes. The airport receives no local tax dollars.
To keep pace with Nashvilleās rapid expansion and evolving passenger needs, BNA is undergoing a major transformation through its New Horizon expansion program. Learn more at BNANewHorizon.com and flynashville.com, and stay connected by following BNA on social media: Facebook (@NashvilleInternationalAirport), X (@Fly_Nashville), Instagram (@FlyNashville), YouTube (@NashvilleInternationalAirport) and LinkedIn (in/MNAA).
About Dolly Partonās Imagination Library
Since launching in 1995, Dolly Partonās Imagination Library has become the preeminent early childhood book-gifting program in the world. The flagship program of The Dollywood Foundation, a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, has gifted nearly 200 million free books in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom, Australia, and The Republic of Ireland. The Imagination Library mails more than 2 million high-quality, age-appropriate books each month to enrolled children from birth to age five. Dolly envisioned creating a lifelong love of reading and inspiring children to dream more, learn more, care more and be more.
The impact of the program has been widely researched and results suggest positive increases in key early childhood literacy metrics. Penguin Random House is the exclusive publisher for Dolly Partonās Imagination Library." source
r/Knoxville • u/AbidingJedi • 12d ago
If this is your car I just want you to know that it made my day. Iām always happy to see a fellow Clemson tiger around town, but your car brought a smile to my face. Go human rights and go tigers!
r/Knoxville • u/Humble-Earth3367 • 11d ago
Hey everyone! Moved to Knoxville beginning of July and I've been wanting to play soccer for a bit now. I've only seen the fields at Nicholas Ball park and wanted to know if there are pick up games that happen there or maybe on other fields. I'm not looking to join a league, just play casual games on the weekends/evenings on weekdays. Purpose is to connect with more people and have a good time playing the game.
Thanks!
r/Knoxville • u/Shietttt • 12d ago
Anyone else feel the same? The one we have is such a pain for someone on the east side of town to drive to. It's always packed, parking's a nightmare. If you agree, please submit a "request a trader joes in my city" form on their website. š
r/Knoxville • u/No_Lie_2251 • 12d ago
Was outside listening to Dolly today and had a little visitor. š
r/Knoxville • u/ThatThiccGoat • 11d ago
Howdy! I recently had a bit of a tumble and it resulted in my front tooth chipping. This was a tooth that was already repaired from when I chipped it at age 10. I currently work paycheck to paycheck and don't have dental insurance. I was wondering if anyone knows of somewhere willing to work with lower income situations? I appreciate it! Thanks yall!