Cross-country walk for awareness: Entrepreneur Tim Perreira has trekked 2,450 miles and counting, stopping in Knoxville on day 134 to shine a light on men’s mental health stigma and suicide prevention — learn what drives his journey.
Knoxville tops disability rankings: A new 2025 analysis by Trajector Medical names Knoxville the nation’s best city for residents with disabilities, highlighting its top accessibility scores, affordable living, and strong health-care network — find out why.
Tween thespians run wild: Knoxville Children’s Theatre’s Alice in Wonderland Jr. brings zany, breakneck fun to its new Foundry home through July 28, with a fearless young cast wielding flamingo mallets and nonstop silliness — learn what makes this Wonderland spin unforgettable.
Knoxville’s ice cream dynasty: Immigrant-founded Pela Ice Cream grew from a handful of trucks on a South Knoxville lot into a multi-route, family-run frozen-treat empire that powers events, wholesale orders, and neighborhood stops — learn what fuels their success.
Community unites for greenway: Belle Morris residents are urging Knoxville to transform a utility corridor into a linear park and safer route to schools, transit, and neighborhood amenities — find out how to get involved.
Other Knoxville headlines this week
- Wellpoint Tennessee offers Knoxville families free supplies
- Raulston Road will reopen Aug. 27
- School district delays school year start
- Chicken Librarian serves up breakfast charcuterie board
- KCHD offers free classes
- 3D imaging company plans Knox County facility
