Press Releases

Knoxville to Host 2023 Governor’s Conference On Tourism

Nashville, August 28, 2023: Annual conference for hospitality and tourism industry to be held in Knoxville, Tennessee September 13-15, 2023. “We are really excited to host the Governor’s Conference…

Zoo Knoxville Invites Community to Celebrate 75th Anniversary by Sharing Memories

Knoxville, Tenn. (August 24, 2023) – Zoo Knoxville is celebrating its 75th anniversary this month by inviting the community to share their cherished moments from Zoo visits over the years. Zoo…

STIR Knoxville to Revolutionize Dining Experience in Old City Knoxville

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE STIR Knoxville to Revolutionize Dining Experience in Old City Knoxville Knoxville, TN - July 13th, 2023 - STIR, the acclaimed restaurant concept is announcing the opening of its…

Visit Knoxville Announces Partnership and Elev8or Pitch Registration Details for FILM FEST KNOX

KNOXVILLE, TN (July 13, 2023) FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Visit Knoxville announces partnership with KnoxMedia to produce the Elev8or Pitch, a major component of FILM FEST KNOX. Knox Media is a…

A Southern State Full of Surprises

Brandon McNulty and Chloe Dygert Win Elite Time Trial National Titles

On Day 1 of the Professional Road National Championships, McNulty, Dygert, and Hasse win National Titles. KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – The first day of the 2023 USA Cycling Professional Road National…

KAT Reimagined Recommended Bus Network Plan Introduced

The Knoxville Transportation Authority (KTA) was introduced to the recommended bus network for the KAT Reimagined project on Thursday of last week at its regular monthly meeting. The board voted to…

Sharp’s Ridge Overlook to Close Temporarily as Safety Precaution during Tower Takedown

The J.B. Owen Overlook on Sharp’s Ridge will be closed during the middle of summer, as contractor crews hired by WBIR Channel 10 methodically dismantle the station’s nearby 701-foot-tall backup tower…

Dogwood Arts Unveils New ‘Art in Public Places’ Outdoor Sculpture Exhibition

Over the weekend, Dogwood Arts began installing the 2023-2024 Art In Public Places Sculpture Exhibition. The exhibition includes twenty-six new sculptures selected by jurors Andrea Bailey (Aslan…

Jolene's A Dolly Parton Popup Bar

Brother Wolf, Tennessee’s only Italian aperitivo bar and Esquire Best Bar 2022 recipient, today announces Jolene’s, its first-ever Dolly Parton themed pop-up. Conjuring an Appalachian saloon, it…