East Tennessee Now

Fundraiser to benefit Safe Harbor Child Advocacy Center in Sevierville. Guest: Logan Baker, a board member and organizer of tournament on June 24th.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Downtown Madisonville will filled with loads of fun- this weekend. You can enjoy entertainment, activities and vendors for all ages, as well as southern food.  Admission and parking is free. Dann Black tells us about the cook-off competition which 5 winners in 3 categories will win a golden ticket to the World Food Championships! The Tennessee Valley Food Festival & Cook Off Sat, Jun 11, 2 – 8 PM See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Attorney Julia Price with Elder Law of East Tennessee See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Boating safety and new laws going into effect this summer. Guest: Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency's public relations spokesperson: Matt Cameron See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Got a boat, kayak or canoe? If not, hitch a ride to Gizmo Jam 2022 on Watts Bar Lake, benefiting the Disabled Veterans of America.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's back...after a two year hiatus due to the pandemic. Bloomn' BBQ Music and Food Festival is jam packed with fun. Amanda Marr, with the Sevierville Chamber tells us everything they have to offer, and it's free!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A wine tasting event May 13th to benefit the Leukemia Lymphoma Society of East Tennessee.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Guest: Matt Gordon, organizer for the charity softball game on Saturday, May 7th. America's amputee softball team, made up of military veterans, will be playing a double header at Smokies Stadium. Their opponents are some of our local heroes who are veterans too and work for police and fire departments in the area.   The USA Patriots raise money for children with physical limitations. The fun starts at 11am with an expo and its all free. Twenty-two charities and service providers for veterans will be present at the expo.     See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Emerald Youth is Emerald Youth Foundation's Annual Prayer Breakfast is on Friday, May 6, 2022. John Crooks with Emerald Youth Foundation is our guest.  The foundation works to help young people build a lasting relationship with Jesus Christ and connect with caring adults who can inspire their future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

More than 100 artists from 18 different states are coming to Knoxville for the Dogwood Arts Festival April 22-24, 2022.You can shop and even watch artists work. The festival will also feature several musical performances on two stages, food trucks, dessert trucks and adult beverages.  Guests: Amy Curran, Visual Arts Director and Shannon Herron, Marketing and Creative Director for Dogwood Arts.    See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several members of our local law enforcement will be taking part in the annual bike ride from New Jersey to Washington in May. The goal is to raise awareness and honor the men and women who have died in the line of duty. The secondary purpose is to raise funds for the National Law Enforcement Officer’s Memorial. Guests:Knox County Sheriff’s Office Lt. Deborah Rogers, Sgt. John Edgar with the KCSO and Jill Keiser, wife of the late Toby Keiser of the KCSO.  Team East Tennessee will ride in memory of Toby Keiser. Each person participating must raise $1950.00.                                                                               See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Current and former atomic workers who have suffered a chronic condition such as skin or lung cancer, hearing loss, might be eligible for free health care. Michele Silva talks to Nuclear Care Partners about their upcoming luncheon in Oak Ridge on April 12, 2022. The community is invited to attend.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Forget Me Knot Race to benefit the Pat Summit Foundation is coming up! This year, organizers even added a 10k!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Junior League of Knoxville is bringing back the ball after taking a hiatus due to the pandemic. President, Millie Hodge, says it’s cocktail attire with a cocktail hour, silent auction, dinner and dancing to a DJ. Money raised goes to the Junior League’s service projects they provide for numerous nonprofit organizations in the community and provide education and training for women in the league to be better volunteers.   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Do you live in Tennessee? Have you received a written eviction notice? Are you late on your mortgage payments? Assistance is available!  In recent months, Clinch-Powell has been awarded grants and contracts to provide housing counseling, financial coaching, and related supportive housing services to both homeowners and renters in East Tennessee. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Tennessee Smokies need to hire approximately 100 seasonal, part time employees for the upcoming season. Hear about the exciting positions and perks of working at the stadium.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Several events that could use volunteers coming up include Weed Wrangle Knoxville and a River Rescue through Ijams Nature Center. IJAMS.org See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's back! The Village Mercantile Crafter's Market in Fountain City. Organizer, Teresa West says the series begins March 5th and runs the first Saturday of every month through October 2022. Expect 30 or so vendors selling jewelry, clothing, food, pet items, and much more.  (Photo courtesy of Abigail Kinsey of Hometown Accessories Co.) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Students who may not be able to afford a tux, gown, shoes, hair, make-up and accessories when it comes to proms and formals, can shop at the Second Chance Prom Ministry. It's FREE! But you have to register!   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Knoxville Police Department's Internet Crimes Against Children investigators Phyllis Tonkin and Tom Evans share the dangers of internet crimes and what parents need to do to keep their kids safe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.