Knoxville Outdoor Tours Thrives and Grows
Just over two years ago I wrote about Alex Clark’s new company, Knoxville Outdoor Tours. I recently caught up with him to get an update on the status of the company and learned it has done...
Business
Three Businesses Moving From Downtown (and one announced)
The ebb and flow of businesses from any area is a constant, and downtown is no exception. While three businesses announcing their departure at the same time might seem indicative of something larger at work, it...
The Bark: Open and Growing Rapidly
In early March I reported plans to open a dog park and daycare at 601 Lamar Street. The Bark opened May 14 and has seen business steadily grow during the last two months. I met with...
Loyal’s Barbershop Opens for Business; Grand Opening Celebration Today
Loyal’s Barbershop at 204 West Magnolia celebrates its Grand Opening today and opens for regular business hours tomorrow. Owner Nick Kitsos (pictured here with his son Finn) has worked very quickly since getting his certificate of...
New Moon Rising Gifts and Goods Celebrates Grand Opening
New Moon Rising Gifts and Goods at 206 Randolph Street (right behind Mark Nelson Denim) is open for business today and celebrating with a wide range of events. Owner Lee Yarnell has long anticipated this dream....
Kopita Expanding, Moving to Larger Space in the Embassy Suites
The wait to see which restaurant would move into the space soon to be vacated by Knox Mason at Embassy Suites was not a long one. Avi Zenatti and spouse Ilana Brodt will move Kopita just...
Vine Furniture and Property Sold; Store to Close
A journey that began in 1944, will soon come to a close. After 78 years, Vine Furniture will close its doors before the end of summer. The business provided for four generations of one family and...
Knox Mason to Close Its Doors July 2
Businesses have a lifespan and restaurants often have a shorter one. It’s easy to get used to the ebb and flow, but it is important to realize that every business that closes ends an important chapter...
Addison’s Books and Events Has Officially Opened
Addison’s is a new antiquarian and used bookstore and event space that opened this week at 126 South Gay Street. I first spoke to owner Brian Worley about his plans last March and his excitement and...
Local Collective is Planned for 104 East Fifth Avenue
A year-and-a-half ago I introduced you to Nick Moran. He opened Riverside Tattoo Company at 224 North Central Street at just about the height of the pandemic. The gutsy move paid off and the business continues...