In this Knoxville Insider Issue…

🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Mostly Cloudy with a High of 86

📰 Tonka the Elephant Placed in Hospice Care at Zoo Knoxville

📰 Jazz Up Mother's Day - A Celebration of Music and Arts at Ijams Nature Center

📰 From Convicts to Mentors: Knoxville Duo Inspires Youth

🗓️ Love Golf? Participate in the 20th Annual John Chavis Golf Classic on Friday, May 10th

🗓️ Event Showcase Section

🗓️ Upcoming Events 

🏡 Real Estate Section

🗓️ Know of Some Local Events not Listed? Send us the Details!

📣 We Want to Spotlight Your Business! Apply Here

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Tonka, North America's Largest Male Elephant, Placed in Hospice Care at Zoo Knoxville

Tonka, the largest male elephant in North America and the last elephant at Zoo Knoxville, is no longer visible to the public visiting the zoo, as he has been placed in hospice care due to severe pain and swelling in his leg. Despite all efforts by veterinarians, his condition necessitated the shift to hospice after treatments and pain management options were exhausted.

From Convicts to Mentors - Knoxville Duo Inspires Youth

Two Knoxville locals, Rashaad Woods and Pastor Jeremy Ruby, are channeling their past incarcerations into positive outreach, aiming to guide young people away from paths that could lead to prison.

After serving a combined total of 20 years, they now dedicate their efforts to promoting safety and success among the youth. As advocates for violence prevention, they actively participate in "Renounce Denounce," a gang intervention and violence prevention initiative in the Knoxville area.

Their work focuses on educating and mentoring young individuals, steering them towards better choices and brighter futures. Find more info on their local Facebook page or main website.

Jazz Up Mother's Day - A Celebration of Music and Arts at Ijams Nature Center

Celebrate Mother's Day in style this year at Ijams Nature Center on Sunday, May 12th!

Bring your mom, grab a picnic blanket or a lawn chair, and settle in for an exceptional lineup of entertainment. The festivities begin at 3:30 p.m. and will include performances by Brent Thompson with the Jazz Pioneers, Swingbooty, and special performances by the Knox K-Pop Dancers. The event concludes with a thrilling art auction.

Tickets are available starting at $10 and can be purchased online or at the door.

Are you a local realtor selling a home or property? Do you have an upcoming open house? Let us know at [email protected]! We can include them here.

Listings

Harriman, 4,7542 sq ft, 3 beds, 4 baths on 1.10 acres, lakefront, For Sale or Trade $1,099,000, call or text (865) 809-7049, David Horner Property Group

Knoxville 37921, 1,928 sq ft, 3 beds, 2 full baths, 1 ½ bath, $430,000 - ASSUMABLE MORTGAGE option, call or text (865) 705-1385 for more info, Julie Scheve, Knoxville Fine Homes Realty

Powell, 3,284 sq ft ranch (5 beds, 4 baths, 1 ½ bath) on 1.3 acres with 2 car heated & cooled detached garage with workshop area, For Sale or Trade $369,900, call or text (865) 809-7049, David Horner Property Group

Pigeon Forge, 9 acres with a modular home, great development areas for Rental Cabins, or Glamping Tents. For Sale or Trade $399,000, call or text (865) 809-7049 - off-market listing, David Horner Property Group

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Music:

Air Supply’s The Lost in Love Experience: I'm all out of love…I'm so lost without you… - Remember that song? Come listen to this and other hits, on Thursday, October 10th! Tickets available here

Theatre:

Author Erik Larson at the Bijou: Friends of the Knox County Public Library and Union Ave Books are excited to welcome author Erik Larson on Monday, May 13th at 7pm. Each $40 ticket includes a hardback copy of The Demon of Unrest, More Info

Veterans:

Free Veteran’s Breakfast: The United Veterans Council of East Tennessee presents 13 free breakfasts for Veterans and guests on four Saturdays, monthly, Coffee line starts at 8am, Chow line starts at 8:30am. Locations and Dates

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