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Big Slate Expands Possibilities of Media Production in Knoxville

K.W. Leonard·June 12, 2025

As Big Slate Media celebrates 10 years, the company is expanding its capabilities to help brands and groups better tell their story. Co-owner Jonathan Halley recently gave me a tour of their facility off Broadway, next...

The Revival Vintage and Art Shop Opens at 825 Locust Street

Knoxville Urban Guy·June 6, 2025

Just last week I mentioned that downtown used to have several things it has lost. I specifically stated that where guitars were once for sale in downtown Knoxville, they are no longer available. In an illustration...

XÜL Beer Company Announces Big Change to Kill The Lights Beer Festival for 2025

Heather Ryerson·May 31, 2025

XÜL Beer Company opened in October 2020. But no pandemic would keep partners Brad, Tara and Bentley from achieving their dream of providing quality beer, sours and a great atmosphere for the community. The brewery...

Sweet P’s Downtown Dive to Close

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 29, 2025

According to a press release this afternoon, Sweet P’s Downtown Dive will close June 15, while Sweet P’s Uptown Corner will continue operations at the Tazwell Pike location. Catering operations will also continue. The restaurant opened...

Babalu Set to Close at the End of June

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 28, 2025

Earlier today, Babalu, at 412 South Gay Street, announced its pending closure with posts on its social media sites: It is with deep appreciation and sadness that we share this difficult news: After nearly a decade...

High Resolutions Grows, Adapts, and Celebrates 30 Years

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 22, 2025

In 2016 large banners were placed on the side of the Langley Garage on Walnut Street. The massive project was a marvel to watch (literally) unfold. I had questions about the process and the company behind...

Amulet Parlor: A Sacred, Safe Space for Slowing Down and Showing Up

Heather Ryerson·May 21, 2025

When Summer Shelton opens the doors to Amulet Parlor on August 1 — just one day before her birthday — she’s not just launching a new salon. She’s creating a haven rooted in Appalachian care, Indigenous...

Business Updates: One Moves, Another Stays Put, Two Close, Another Expands

Knoxville Urban Guy·May 20, 2025

MOVING: LOX SALON We’ll start unpacking all that by announcing that Lox Salon, after fifteen years at their current location and nineteen total years in the Old City, is moving to 900 East Hill Avenue. They...

Production Studio, Knoxville Community Media, May 2025

Funding Cuts and Legislation Threaten to Silence Knoxville Community Media

K.W. Leonard·May 14, 2025

Yesterday, we covered the fifty year history of Knoxville Community Media’s work to capture local voices and stories. Today, we will look at reasons the next 50 years may not happen. Due to shifts in consumer...

Astra Aesthetics Welcomed into the Old City

Heather Ryerson·May 8, 2025

You may have noticed a new sign hanging outside 111 E. Jackson Ave., one of the most recognizable entryways in the Old City. Astra Aesthetics med spa opened for business earlier this year. Molly Muecke (last...

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Big Slate Expands Possibilities of Media Production in Knoxville

The Revival Vintage and Art Shop Opens at 825 Locust Street

XÜL Beer Company Announces Big Change to Kill The Lights Beer Festival for 2025

Sweet P’s Downtown Dive to Close

Babalu Set to Close at the End of June

High Resolutions Grows, Adapts, and Celebrates 30 Years

Amulet Parlor: A Sacred, Safe Space for Slowing Down and Showing Up

Business Updates: One Moves, Another Stays Put, Two Close, Another Expands

Funding Cuts and Legislation Threaten to Silence Knoxville Community Media

Astra Aesthetics Welcomed into the Old City

Look What’s Returning! (More Than You Might Realize)

Whist Court Getting a Modern Makeover Adding to Development on Magnolia

One Downtown Business Closes and Another is Sold

Mood Ring Vintage Opens Today at 906 Sevier Avenue

Fly By Night Bringing the 70s to South Knoxville