2025 marks the 50th anniversary of the cult classic featuring Tim Curry as Dr. Frank-N-Furter — celebrate with a screening or performance with a shadow cast. | Photo provided by The Rialto Theater
We see you shiver with antici...pation. Fall is here, which means “The Rocky Horror Picture Show” is about to make its way through Knoxville, bringing live performances + screenings to enjoy.
Take it from us, you don’t want these events to sell out before you get a ticket:
Our annual Holiday Gift Guide is making a comeback, and we want to feature your business.
We know, we know — it’s only September. But the early bird gets the worm, right?
That’s why we’re offering 20% off inclusion in our 2025 guide now through Wednesday, Oct. 1. Secure your spot to promote your business’ one-of-a-kind gift, festive product, or unique service.
Sundown tonight marks the beginning of Rosh Hashanah. The celebration runs until sundown on Wednesday, Sept. 24. Celebrate the new year by attending Chabad of Knoxville’s festivities + services.
Plan Ahead
Donut panic, but the day has come — after three years, The Sugar Queen Doughnutry will make its return on Chapman Highway. You can expect a soft opening Tuesday, Sept. 30-Friday, Oct. 3 + a grand opening celebration on Saturday, Oct. 4. Get full details while its hot.
Mansion Monday
Living atop an iconic landmark in Marble City? Yeah, we can’t get enough of this 1970s estate on Cherokee Bluff — just look at the views.
Asked
How many lights are on the Tennessee Theatre sign + marquee? See if any Knoxvillians got it right and find out the answer.
One of the most-streamed movies on Netflix, “The Wrong Paris,” has interesting ties to Knoxville. Longtime viewers of 10News might remember Nicole Henrich, an anchor in the early 2000s who went on to write this movie. Tune in with WBIR reporters to find out about how she got there. (WBIR)
Pumpkin spice. You know it, you love it, and according to Google, this seasonal blend is being searched more now than ever before. Whether you’re looking for a classic PSL or something more unique, get your autumnal beverage fix at these local coffee shops.
State
Talk about taking the cake. The Butter Milk Ranch in Nashville was crowned the best bakery in Tennessee by The Takeout. Luckily, you don’t knead to go that far for delicious baked goods — Knoxville’s bakery scene is pretty sweet, too.
Read
Arthur Sze has been appointed the 25th US poet laureate by the Library of Congress. He will start in the fall, which is also the perfect time of year to read a poetry collection, classic novel, or romantasy tale in Knoxville’s great outdoors. (The Guardian)
Sports
Tim Tebow talks Lagway and Arch Manning. Hear from the local experts on the SEC with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
From the latest news to what nonstop flights you can catch, this guide will help you be a travel pro. | Photo provided by McGhee Tyson Airport
Airport Theory may be the latest trend, but take it from us, your new travel experts, catching a flight doesn’t have to be stressful.
To help make your time at the McGhee Tyson Airport as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s 37 nonstop flights.
Current airport updates
Since the beginning of 2025, TYS has taken off with quite a bit of news. This includes the announcement of nine additional destinations, from Allegiant adding Sarasota, FL to the introduction of Southwest Airlines in 2026 with five nonstop flights.
Most notably, however, is TYS’ Flight Plan — a major renovation + development project that will continue over the course of a decade. The plan’s first phase launched in November 2024: the parking garage expansion. Let’s take a look at the overview.
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.
Last week, we quizzed you all on Munich’s Oktoberfest. Prost to the 35.7% of our readers that guessed correctly — over the 16-day festival, 5 million liters of beer is served from only six breweries. Now, it’s time to see how much you can take down at Knoxville’s Oktoberfest.
