Naturalists lead foragers, experienced and inexperienced alike, on a mushroom-hunting expedition at Ijams Nature Center.
No Roads, No Kings
Two different walks — a hike in Roan Highlands and a march in Asheville — offer expressions of what it means to be an American.
KCS Report: Initiatives Making Progress
A review of the school system’s performance under its 2024-25 Action Plan shows gains in student performance, teacher retention and other metrics.
Touching Grass
Finding a refuge for ‘brain-grazing reflection’ during tumultuous times by taking a walk through Collier Preserve in Powell.
In the Belly of the Mountain
A tour of Tuckaleechee Caverns: slippery steps, stalactites and stalagmites, a waterfall, and maybe a mastodon tooth.
Staying on the Air
Despite funding losses and U.S. Rep. Tim Burchett’s scorn, East Tennessee PBS and WUOT-FM remain determined to continue their missions.
Paddling Through History
A memorable spill at an elusive ledge colors a recent run through storied Sycamore Shoals on the Watauga River.
UT Trustees Approve Maplehurst Deal
Residents will remain in place as the University of Tennessee-Knoxville develops a long-term plan for the 6.5-acre enclave between campus and downtown.
Dog Overboard
Unexpected adventures — including impromptu swims, wildlife encounters and surprise car chases — with canine companions on outdoor excursions.
Delayed Freedom
The legacy and meaning of Juneteenth, 160 years after news of emancipation reached the enslaved people of Galveston, Texas.