Knoxville parks as pictured on KGIS | Image via KGIS Maps
Real legends.GIS (geographic information system) is a tool for gathering, managing + analyzing data. Maps are created through GIS software (like ArcGIS, Google Earth + more) to analyze physical locations and organize layers of info into visualizations in the form of maps + 3D scenes.
How is it used locally?
Knoxville has its own dedicated GIS site, KGIS, which is supported by information from the City of Knoxville, Knox County and the Knoxville Utilities Board. On the KGIS site you’ll find mapping of historical aerials, planning and zoning maps, political districts, school districts, and more. There’s even a video tutorial that shows you how to navigate the tool.
The Tennessee Department of Finance & Administration also has a site with a variety of GIS applications — including a property map viewer, maps of the state’s recreation data (parks, greenways, trails, etc.), and a TNMap application of historical sites and structures.
Zooming out
Across the country, GIS is used by thousands of organizations — think National Parks guiding visitors or environmental organizations sharing climate data. GIS is also used by cities to help their community learn about trends, specific locations + more. These maps allow people to communicate, perform analysis, share information, and even solve problems on a local to global level.
Efforts are underway in East Tennessee rivers to help bring one of North America’s most endangered species, the rockshell mussel, back from the brink of extinction. The Tennessee Valley Authority recently released 100 of these mussels into the Powell and Clinch rivers. (WATE)
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The University of Tennessee at Knoxville has a few multimillion-dollar renovations on the roadmap, including a new outdoor plaza and food truck park at the Student Union and an esports complex. (Knoxville News Sentinel)
Inskip Grill announced on Facebook earlier this week that they would be closing their Powell location. Don’t fret burger fans — they also promised they’re “cooking up something big” for the location, and you can still stop by their Fountain City spot. (WVLT)
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Last night’s Thursday Night Football matchup was only the second game in NFL history to feature two quarterbacks over the age of 40. Maybe those professional athlete dreams are still alive. A local adult rec league could be your first stop en route to the Hall of Fame.
Seasonal
If you’re still on the hunt for the perfect Halloween costume, Frightgeist put together a list of the top trending costume ideas in Knoxville. Topping the list: Rumi and Mira from “KPop Demon Hunters,” Pebbles Flintstone, and Johnny Appleseed. (Frightgeist)
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The Tennessee Titans will welcome a familiar face, Mike Vrabel, back to town this week. Hear from the local experts on the Tennessee Titans with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
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Fall foliage is expected to peak in Knox County on Oct. 20. Take this as your sign to plan a leaf peeping adventure. Here’s everything you need to know about our fall foliage season plus a few prime leaf viewing spots to add to your list.
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