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Sparklers, firecrackers and Roman candles are a traditional part of Fourth of July and Independence Day celebrations and gatherings. But fireworks also are dangerous explosives that cause millions of dollars in property damage and nearly 10,000 emergency room visits nationally

Regarded as one of the most unique and eagerly anticipated cultural gatherings in the world – “a music festival with a rare vision” (The New York Times) – Big Ears Festival will return in 2019 with its 8th edition, taking

When Big Ears Festival returns to Knoxville, Tennessee, March 21-24, 2019, attendees will have their choice of dozens of curated artists and performances to experience. Big Ears has announced seven of those artists: Nils Frahm Mary Halvorson: Code Girl Lonnie

YWCA Knoxville & the Tennessee Valley (YWCA) has named Alizza Punzalan-Randle chief executive officer (CEO), effective August 1, 2018. Punzalan-Randle will replace retiring CEO Marigail Mullin, who has served in this capacity since 2006 and will assume a key capital

Young-Williams Animal Center has hired experienced fundraiser Stephanie Eastman Vozar as its new development director. Vozar, who previously served as a major gift officer for the American Red Cross in the Florida and Michigan regions, started her new position June

To recognize and thank dads, Pilot Flying J is offering a free cup of Pilot coffee during Father’s Day weekend from June 15-17. Guests who download or open the myPilot app beginning Friday, June 15, will find a coupon to

Pilot Flying J, one of the largest privately held companies in North America, is expanding its team this summer by more than 5,000 as it prepares for the influx of travelers throughout the company’s busiest time of the year. With

Mark your calendars: Big Ears Festival returns to explore the most innovative experiences in music, film and art on March 21-24, 2019, in Knoxville, Tennessee. Tickets for the internationally acclaimed event go on sale Friday, June 1, at 10 a.m.

As East Tennesseans flock to area pools and lakes this Memorial Day weekend, Knoxville-based Priority Ambulance reminds everyone to recognize the signs of drowning and always watch children during water activities and sports. While the perception is that drowning victims

National Endowment for the Arts Chairman Jane Chu has approved more than $80 million in grants as part of the NEA’s second major funding announcement for fiscal year 2018. Included in this announcement is an Art Works grant of $20,000