In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Cloudy with a High of 63

📰 Knoxville Considers Tax Deal for $30.7M Golf Entertainment Complex

📰 Bridging Knoxville - A New Era of Urban Connectivity

📰 Scam Calls Claiming to Be From UT Medical Center

📣 Business Spotlight: Lil Yogi's Children's Blessings - Affordable Quality for Knoxville's Little Ones

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Knoxville Considers Tax Deal for $30.7M Golf Entertainment Complex

The Knoxville City Council will soon review a proposal for a Payment In-Lieu of Taxes (PILOT) agreement to facilitate the development of a $30.7 million golf-themed entertainment complex by Knox OnCore, LLC.

Planned for the former PSC Metals site near Happy Holler in North Knoxville, the 40,000-square-foot facility aims to open in 2026, offering food and beverage services and expecting to generate about $13.2 million in revenue in its first year.

The project will potentially revitalize the area, creating jobs, and involving cleanup efforts under the state's Brownfield Program. The agreement, crucial for the project's feasibility, would result in annual payments to the city and county post-construction.

Bridging Knoxville - A New Era of Urban Connectivity

The "Reconnecting Knoxville" project aims to transform transportation in the city, focusing on improving access for bicyclists and pedestrians, especially benefiting historically isolated East Knoxville communities.

Beyond bridging physical distances, the project will enhance citywide amenities, infrastructure, and job opportunities. Supported by $42.6 million in federal funds, the project will unfold in seven phases, creating nearly 10 miles of connectivity improvements to link South Knoxville, East Knoxville.

Scam Calls Claiming to Be From UT Medical Center

The University of Tennessee Medical Center is alerting the public to be cautious of fraudulent phone calls and text messages pretending to be from the hospital and soliciting funds for medical procedures.

These deceptive communications, which might appear to originate from the hospital's primary phone number of (865) 305-9000, are in fact scams and have no affiliation with the medical center. The technique known as "phone spoofing" allows scammers to mask their identity by making it seem as though the call is coming from a reliable source.

The medical center emphasizes that these solicitations for money are false and urges anyone with concerns about their medical appointments or procedures to directly contact their healthcare provider for accurate information.

Lil Yogi's Children's Blessings - Affordable Quality for Knoxville's Little Ones

Today, we're excited to introduce Lil Yogi's Children's Blessings, a charming store located at 6923-A Maynardville Hwy. Though it's been in operation for less than a year, Lil Yogi's has quickly become a go-to destination for affordable children's clothing, toys, and nursery items, both new and used.

Founded by Christina Bogart, a young mom with a vision to support her family and help others in the community, Lil Yogi's embodies the principle that quality doesn't have to come with a high price tag. Christina was raised with the belief that buying used is a perfectly viable option, especially considering how quickly children grow out of their clothes. This philosophy is at the heart of Lil Yogi's, offering an affordable alternative for parents.

Lil Yogi's stands out for its commitment to affordability and sustainability. The store offers a wide range of sizes, from preemie to kids' 16/18, ensuring that parents can find what they need for their children at every stage of growth without straining their budget. This approach not only supports families financially but also encourages sustainable consumption.

Beyond its business, Lil Yogi's is dedicated to community engagement. In its initial months, the store has sponsored local dance and cheer teams, and is looking to expand its support to more community initiatives. This commitment underscores Lil Yogi's role as an active and caring member of the community.

Recently, Lil Yogi's expanded its store to accommodate a larger inventory. The future looks bright with plans to include more extensive items and cater to larger children's sizes, aiming to meet the growing needs of their customers.

For those interested in exploring what Lil Yogi's has to offer or to learn more about their community initiatives, you can contact Christina Bogart at [email protected] or call (865) 705-3839. Also, be sure to check out their Facebook page for the latest updates and offerings.

Join us in supporting Lil Yogi's Children's Blessings, a business that's quickly becoming a beloved part of our Knoxville community, for providing quality and affordable options for our littlest residents.

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Community:

Farm Animal Baby Cuddling: from 3pm - 5pm every Saturday in March (March 16th, 23rd, 30th), at the Friendly Farm, 1104 Rebel Hollow Rd in Tazewell, Get your tickets

St. Patrick’s Day Parade: Downtown on Saturday, March 16th at 1pm, starts at Gay Street and ends at Gay Street / West Magnolia after passing key downtown landmarks

Pancake Breakfast to Benefit Tennessee Children’s Home: Pancakes, eggs, bacon, and a drink for $5 at Aubrey’s Cedar Bluff, 9208 Middlebrook Pike on Saturday, March 16th from 8am - 10am. Tickets

Used Book Sale at Powell Branch Library: on Saturday, March 16th from 10am - 5pm, 330 W Emory Rd

Game Nights at Fountain City Social: on Mondays, March 18th and 25th from 6pm-8pm, 4842 Harvest Mills Way, Everyone welcome, More Info

Pancake Fest 2024: on Friday, March 22nd from 7am - noon at the O’Connor Senior Center, 611 Winona St. More Info

Used Book Sale at Farragut Branch Library: on Friday-Saturday, March 22nd-23rd from 10am - 5pm, 417 N Campbell Station Rd

Spring Has Sprung Shopping Event at the Painted Perch & Co: shop sales and win prizes on Friday-Saturday, March 22nd-23rd from 10am - 6pm, 9715 Kingston Pike, More Info

Successful Seed Starting in Six Easy Steps: hosted by Knox County Master Gardners, on Saturday, March 23rd from 10am - 11:30am at the Bloom Center, Attendance is free, but registration is required Register Here, space is limited to 20 registrants, at The Bloom Center, 6228 Anderson Drive

46th Annual CFA Cat Show: Over 200 pedigreed cats + household pets judged in 10 rings, Cost: Adults: $10, Kids & Seniors: $7, Family of 4: $30, Saturday-Sunday, March 23rd-24th at the Jacob Building, Chilhowee Park, 3301 Magnolia Avenue

Crafts:

Embellished Cold Process Soap Making with Elizabeth: at Creative Spark Studio, 2009 East Broadway Ave in Maryville, Sunday, March 17th at 2pm, More Info

Food & Drink:

Tea Tasting Workshops: at the Spice & Tea Exchange - Green & White Teas on Tuesday, March 19th at 6:30pm, 522 S Gay St. Cost: $30 per person per workshop. Call (865) 985-0913 to reserve your spot!

Easter Afternoon Tea: with teas, finger sandwiches, scones, sweets and guitar music, at the Spice & Tea Exchange on Sunday, March 31st at 3pm or 5pm, 522 S Gay St. Cost: $55 per person. Call (865) 985-0913 to reserve your spot!

Music:

Big Ears Festival: Music, Film, and Visual Arts Festival, Downtown, Thursday-Sunday, March 21st-24th,  More Info

Theatre:

Mary Poppins: at the Lighthouse Youth Theatre, Historic Grove Theatre at 123 Randolph Road in Oak Ridge, Thursday-Friday, March 16th at 1pm and 6pm. Cost: $15 and up. Get Tickets/More Info

Theatre 23 Presents ‘As it is in Heaven’ by Arlene Hutton: set in the 1830’s Shaker society, at the Old City Performing Arts Center, 111 State Street, showing Friday - Sunday, March 15th - 17th, About, Tickets

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