Knoxville’s new affordable rentals: Two apartment complexes will add over 200 low-income and senior units—First Creek at Austin rolls out 160 one- to four-bedroom homes with rental aid for incomes up to $1,788/month plus 50 service-enriched senior apartments opening this August, and The Overlook at Baumont debuts in December with one- to three-bedroom units and assistance up to 60% AMI — find out if you qualify.
Mission District healthcare boost: A new Knox Area Rescue Ministries and Global Medical Response partnership will soon add a licensed practical nurse and a physician assistant on weekdays, easing 911 calls and widening primary care access — learn what this means for local residents.
Maryville’s future green space: Billy Minser Park, set to open later this year, will offer hiking and walking trails along a scenic creek on 23 acres protected forever by Catherine Gilreath’s donation — find out.
Memory Cafe brings families together: The Memory Cafe program gives families facing dementia a chance to socialize, enjoy activities and access support in a welcoming environment — find out how to join.
Pleasant Ridge Road overhaul: Knoxville’s $18.9 million plan will widen lanes, add turn lanes at Walnoaks, Sullivan and Moss Creek, install new sidewalks and a 1.25-mile greenway. Join City staff at Northwest Middle School gym tomorrow, 5:30–7 p.m. — learn what’s planned.
Other Knoxville headlines this week
- 12th Knox Asian Festival returns this August
- 865 Fest spotlights Knoxville startups and entrepreneurs
- ETCH offers essential back-to-school success tips
- EPA completes cleanup of Clinton Superfund site
- Children’s hospital offers free car seat checks
- Zoo unveils new Downtown Knoxville mural
