Inside of Knoxville

Construction Updates: 125 East Jackson Avenue and Stockyard Lofts

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 6, 2021

Development on any scale is almost always a challenge. Some challenges are anticipated, while others are unpleasant surprises. From a simple bathroom renovation to a renovation of an old building or construction from the ground up,...

Climate Change Prevention and Response on Display as Mayor Presents Budget

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 4, 2021

Tonight Mayor Kincannon will formally present her proposed budget to City Council. That budget includes significant commitments to reducing or fighting climate change, as we as strategies to mitigate the impact. At the center of her...

Downtown Knoxville Ten Day Planner (5/2 – 5/11/2021)

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 2, 2021

As events are opening up, we’re listing a combination of virtual and live events. The rules are the same – if you want your event included, please make a Facebook event, invite me (Alan Sims –...

COVID-19: 4/30/2021 Update (International, National, State, and Local)

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 30, 2021

Even as it feels very much like we are on the mend from this global plague, there is no shortage of news. While Americans increasingly take their vaccinations and tentatively remove their masks, much of the...

Artists Find a Home at West Fifth Studios

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 30, 2021

Two local artists, Gabrielle Barnhart, and Kate Turnbull have teamed to provide private studio space for other artists. The collection of studios at 211 West Fifth Avenue is situated primarily on the 3rd floor of the...

Mayor’s Proposed Budget Announced for Fiscal Year 2022

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 29, 2021

The Mayor of Knoxville gets one chance each year to make clear his or her priorities. The moment when the budget is presented, a statement is made. The moment after it is made, the critics set...

It’s Almost Time for Tennessee’s 225th Birthday! Let’s Celebrate!

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 27, 2021

Blount Mansion is leading the way toward celebrating the 225th anniversary of Tennessee’s statehood. In 1795, territorial Governor William Blount, who had been appointed by George Washington, began the effort that would lead to a constitutional...

Jacks’ Second Location is Open at 854 North Central

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 27, 2021

Just over two years ago, Logan and Katherine Higgins opened Jacks on at 133 South Gay Street with an eye toward offering their own goods, as well as those of other makers. They soon added coffee...

Dogwood Arts Festival Returns (Carefully)

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 26, 2021

When I learned earlier this year that the Dogwood Arts Festival would return to a live setting, I had mixed feelings. Picturing past festivals, it was hard for me to imagine holding the event in the...

Downtown Knoxville Ten Day Planner (4/25 – 5/4/2021)

Knoxville Urban Guy·April 25, 2021

As events are opening up, we’re listing a combination of virtual and live events. The rules are the same – if you want your event included, please make a Facebook event, invite me (Alan Sims –...