In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Christmas Eve! Cloudy with a High of 64

📰 Health & Wellness Expo: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit

📰 ORNL R & D Associate Among SME's 2023 '30 Under 30' Manufacturing Industry Leaders

📰 UT Grad Student Launches Innovative 'Bed and Barn' Rental Experience

🗓️ Upcoming Events? Send us the Details!

🐕‍🦺 Pets: Training Tip of the Day

📅 Upcoming December Events

💡 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!
 

ORNL R & D Associate Among SME's 2023 '30 Under 30' Manufacturing Industry Leaders

Emma, a R&D Associate Staff at Oak Ridge National Laboratory is among the distinguished honorees in SME's 2023 "30 Under 30" list. This recognition highlights her significant professional impact and community engagement in the manufacturing industry.

The "30 Under 30" list, featured in a special supplement of the November issue of Manufacturing Engineering, celebrates future leaders in various sectors including aerospace, mobility, semiconductors, and energy. The honorees, including high school students, community college instructors, and entrepreneurs, are chosen for their notable contributions to both their professions and communities.

Health & Wellness Expo: Nurturing Body, Mind, and Spirit

Shop Farragut, in collaboration with the Town of Farragut, is excited to present the 4th edition of the Farragut Health & Wellness Expo, sponsored by Turkey Creek Medical Center/Tennova. This event will showcase over 24 local businesses dedicated to nurturing the human body, mind, and spirit.

The expo will be held on Saturday, January 13th, from 10am - 3pm.

UT Grad Student Launches Innovative 'Bed and Barn' Rental Experience

Katy, a University of Tennessee graduate student, is creating a "Bed and Barn" rental experience named The Henry BnB. Located near Seymour, this farmhouse, subject to funding and renovations, might be rentable in the next two years.

She has secured some funding for this project by winning the Graves Business Plan Competition at UT's Haslam College of Business.

Upcoming Events? Send us the Details!

Do you know of upcoming January events? Or, are you hosting upcoming January events? Send us the details! Let’s get them showcased in the Knoxville Insider! [email protected] 

Pet Training Tip of the Day

Tip: Only say the cue ONCE. Give your dog time to think on their own and work out what you are asking for.

Today’s Pet Training Tip of the Day is brought to you by Faith Michaux of Zoom Room Knoxville-Hardin Valley.

Upcoming December Events

Have an event to add? Let us know! [email protected] 

Multi-Date Events:

• Downtown Peppermint Trail: Now through 1/7/2024. More Info

• Ice Skating in Market Square: An open-air ice rink, Now through 1/2/2024. More Info

• Santa & the Grinch: Have your photo made with Santa & the Grinch every Sunday until Christmas, 2pm - 5pm at Painting with Friends Studio, 4301 East Emory Road 1st come 1st serve. Cost: $3.00/person. More Info 

Expanding Small Business Saturday into Small Business December

As the holiday season approaches, we have a unique opportunity to transform the success of Small Business Saturday into a broader, more impactful initiative: Small Business December. This initiative is more than just a campaign; it’s a community-driven movement to support our local economy and the small businesses that are its backbone. Small businesses give our community its unique character, create jobs, and invigorate our local economy. By choosing to shop locally throughout December, we not only find unique gifts for our loved ones but also contribute to the prosperity and resilience of our neighborhood.

Our collective efforts can make a significant difference. We encourage each of you to be ambassadors for this cause. Share your local shopping experiences on social media, recommend your favorite small businesses to friends and family, and consider buying your holiday gifts from local artisans and shopkeepers. Local businesses often offer beautifully crafted, unique items that make thoughtful and memorable gifts. Remember, every purchase you make at a small business is an investment in our community’s future.

Let’s come together to make Small Business December a new tradition that supports and celebrates the heart of our community - our local businesses. It’s more than just shopping; it’s about building a stronger, more connected community. Your support can help turn a challenging year into a brighter season for our small business owners. Let’s show them how much they mean to us and make this December a month of local love and community spirit.

We Want To Spotlight Your Business!

Would you like us to spotlight your local business in front of thousands of Knoxville area residents in an upcoming issue of Knoxville Insider?

We ❤️ Local Businesses!

We know our community is brimming with businesses that have fascinating stories and big hearts. If you're a local business owner making waves, crafting unique experiences, or simply putting a smile on our faces, we want to chat with you! "Knoxville Insider" is eager to shine a light on the unsung heroes of our town. Let's collaborate and let the community know what makes your business special. Send us a message to [email protected] and let's celebrate the spirit of Knoxville together! Not a business owner, but love a local business? Tell us all about it at the email address above!