Follow the glow of Litton’s neon sign. | Photo by Thomas Hawk via Openverse
You’ve likely heard someone say they “miss the old Knoxville.” It’s no secret that we’ve lost beloved restaurants and businesses that shaped our city over the years.
Still, there are local spots where K-Town feels frozen in time, if you know where to find them. From old-school dive bars to retro restaurants, these establishments are living pieces of Knoxville’s history. 1946 | Litton’s Market & Restaurant, 2803 Essary Dr.
Visit this time-honored joint for award-winning American food, thick slices of pie, and friendly service — just as Knoxvillians have for the last 79 years.
1961 | Pizza Palace, 3132 Magnolia Ave.
This retro pizzeria was founded by the Peroulas brothers, who immigrated to the US from Greece in the early 1950s with just a few dollars in their pockets. After working as cooks and dishwashers at local restaurants, they saved up enough money to open Pizza Palace, and the rest is history.
Who says summer can’t last forever? | Photos provided by Visit Alabama’s Beaches
As the leaves change in Knoxville, beach weather is still going strong in the Gulf Coast.
Alabama’s Beaches are the perfect spot for changing up your fall escape: trade chilly weather and leaf peeping crowds for sunny beaches, sugar-white sand, and fresh seafood.
Explore all there is to do on AlabamasBeaches.com. Whether you’re planning a girls weekend or family trip for fall break, the Gulf coast has something for everyone.
Talk about a curveball. Tennessee’s Tony Vitello is leaving Rocky Top to become the new manager of the San Francisco Giants, marking the first time an MLB team has hired a manager from a college team without any professional coaching experience. (ESPN)
Open
Let the flockin’ party begin.Flock Beer & Wine has made its debut on Sutherland Avenue, offering a new gathering spot for lovers of local libations, patio hangs, and live music. Expect a menu of shareables, flatbreads, sandwiches, salads, draft beer flights, and more.
Eat
Dulcie’s Cafe, the mother-daughter-owned Jamaican favorite, has opened a second restaurant on South Gay Street. For now, it’s running as a commissary while the full kitchen gets built out ahead of its grand opening. Pro tip: Grab a beer next door at Ian’s Market to enjoy with your meal. (Inside of Knoxville)
Pets
The Knoxville Fire Department and Young Williams Animal Center have formed a new paw-tnership to help lost pets find their way home. Locals who find a wandering furry friend can now bring them to Stations 3 and 17 to have their microchip scanned.
Show
Seniors Got Talent Knoxville will return to the Bijou Theatre at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, bringing a stellar lineup of performances from K-Town’s most talented older adults. Tickets to the showcase are available now and cost $15.
Award
A round of applause for SouthEast Bank, which was just recognized in the Knox Stars Community’s Choice Awards for a third consecutive year. With local decision-making, personalized customer service, and four area branches, see why SouthEast Bank is consistently named one of Knoxville’s best banks.*
Tuning in tomorrow to watch the Vols take on the Wildcats? Of course you are. Go beyond the scoreboard with the local experts on the Tennessee Volunteers with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Tech
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Listen
With fall comes local-favorite festivals + live music (catch us at Lainey Wilson tonight). Luckily, these hearing aids are the world’s first with multi-stream processing, designed to help you engage in conversations effortlessly (even in noisy environments). Explore a no-risk trial.*
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Ever tried a Japanese-style hot dog? Now’s your chance at Nama Izakaya, the new Asian tapas and cocktail lounge on South Gay Street from the team behind local favorites like Nama Sushi Bar and New Haven Pizza Pie.
Here’s more to look forward to at the new hot spot:
Each month, the kitchen will spotlight a different Asian cuisine, so there’s always something new to excite your taste buds.
Beginning in November, guests can enjoy chef-curated omakase experiences with limited seating.
A voice-led trainer tool that helps you speak a new language with confidence, thanks to Babbel’s Fall Sale. Get 60% off today and practice real conversations at your own pace.*
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.
I’ve been binge-watching Glen Powell’s new show “Chad Powers” on Hulu — and if you haven’t hit play yet, you should. One episode takes place right here in Knoxville and features a scene with a Vols fan inside a local Spirit Halloween.
