Football season will kick off in a few short weeks, and we can already hear the excitement. On3 released its list of the loudest college football stadiums in the US, and Neyland Stadium rose to the top.
According to the study, games can reach 137 decibels — which is louder than a jackhammer or ambulance. That doesn’t mean we’re not amped to get back to Neyland Stadium, but we might bring some earplugs. UT’s first home game of the season is Saturday, Sept. 6 against East Tennessee State University.
Events
Events
Monday, August 11
Gentle Yoga | 5:30-6:30 p.m. | Blount County Public Library | Free | Yoga therapist + teacher Stephanie Jain leads this no-experience-needed flow.
KAULYP Kick Off Mixer | 6-9 p.m. | The Design Center by Design AF | Free | Mix, mingle, and meet the Knoxville Area Urban League Young Professionals as you enjoy complimentary appetizers and drinks.
Comedy Deception | 7-8:30 p.m. | Central Cinema | Free | A panel of comedians play “Knoxville’s degenerate game show” filled with zany stories, silly lies, and humorous banter.
Wednesday, August 13
Baseball and the Bomb: The Legacy of the Oak Ridge Bombers | 12 p.m. | East Tennessee Historical Society | Free | Historian and author Katatra Vasquez discusses the history of the Black baseball team and the challenges they faced in the context of American history.
Knoxville Career Fair | 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Knoxville Downtown | Free | Connect with local employers and search for a new job in industries like government, education, sales, or manufacturing.
Thursday, August 14
Rosé on the River | 6:30-8:30 p.m. | Cherokee Country Club | Free | Sip on cocktails and partake in a luxury auction to help benefit The Restoration House.
Two new UT residence halls will open their doors to students for the fall semester. Beacon Hall + Poplar Hall will house 1,959 students, primarily freshmen. The buildings also include study rooms, a podcasting room, and soundproof phone booths; there are also plans to build a pickleball court. (Knox News)
Tech
Two Knoxville schools have partnered with Yondr — a company that creates magnetic, phone-restricting pouches — to limit students’ access to devices. WBIR reporter Aaron Velasquez explores how the technology could be used to enforce the state’s new cell phone-limiting policy. (WBIR)
Eat
Are Gen Z cereal killers? Sales of the boxed breakfast have fallen by 13% in the US compared to 2021 — a decline attributed to changing preferences in young Americans. But who can blame them when they have local brunch options like this?
Number
81. That’s how many days there are until Halloween, but you can get your phalanges on this Ultra Skelly from Home Depot right now. (Engadget)
Trending
“Hot Girl Summer” ruled in 2019. “Brat” summer took over in 2024. Now, this summer has been dubbed “brain rot summer” — a season with no viral anthem, no clear vibe, and scattered cultural chatter. If that makes you want to unplug entirely, touch grass at a local outdoor spot. (Business Insider)
Shop
Nintendo recently announced a pricing increase for the original Nintendo Switch family of systems + products due to market conditions in the US — think: Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite, the OLED model, and accessories. Mamma mia, we’ll see what Play 2 Win Games has in stock first.
Mansion Monday
From the moment you drive into the rounded driveway, this Cherokee Boulevard home will stun you. The estate has three bedrooms, four bathrooms, a gallery-style foyer, and dazzling views. You’ll be able to see the Smokey Mountains, Tennessee River, and downtown Knoxville skyline without leaving your home.
Sports
Who are the players to watch based on the Vols’ fall camp? Hear from the local experts on the Tennessee Volunteers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
The kiddos can learn safety skills while enjoying hands-on play and pretend. | Photo via City of Knoxville
You don’t need major funds to have major fun in Knoxville. The city is full of free things to do, including these activities for kids that won’t strain your back-to-school budget. Girl Scout Museum at Daisy’s Place | From vintage uniforms that date back to 1920 and hands-on exhibits to the famous Mabel Pain doll that was originally in the Smithsonian Museums — there are more than just badges here.
Safety City | Take the kiddos out for a hands-on safety educational experience in this child-sized world that features buildings, paved streets + sidewalks, and working traffic signals and signs. Make sure to visit during community hours.
Charles Krutch Park | Pack a picnic and head to this downtown park that has a small falls + stream you can see from the picnic tables. During the hotter months, you’ll want to enjoy the park extension that leads to the water play fountains.
The fun doesn’t have to end here. After reading the newsletter, head over to our games page. Games refresh with new challenges every day at 6 a.m. from crossword puzzle to Sudoku to themed word search.
It’s still hot out and most kids have headed back to school. I was not a fan of this time of year as a kid, but thankfully, my mother was empathetic and sometimes took me to get ice cream after school. If you like this idea, I’d recommend a spot like Cruze Farm Dairy because I love soft serve.
