Help local farms feed their livestock with your leftover holiday decor. | Photo via Flickr
Not sure what to do with your pumpkin after Halloween this year? We’ve got the perfect recommendation for you. And the answer is a lot cuter than you might think — check out Pumpkins For Pigs.
What’s Pumpkins For Pigs?
This organization works to reduce food waste by bringing items like pumpkins to farms, sanctuaries, and rescues for feed and compost.
Tennessee State Parks is hosting a series of public meetings between November and January to detail their 10-year Comprehensive Strategic Plan and collect community input. See the schedule or share your feedback through this online survey. (WATE)
Award
Two Gatlinburg distilleries made the list of USA TODAY 10BEST Readers’ Choice Awards for their spirits — no, not the spooky kind. Sugarlands Distilling Company was recognized for their craft vodka and tasting room, and Ole Smoky Distillery was ranked for their distillery tours. (Knoxville News Sentinel)
Education
WVLT 8 detailed Knox County Schools plans to invest more than $70 million in security upgrades to local campuses, including physical security improvements like fencing and window protection. A new reporting system called Text-A-Tip is also in place for families and students to report concerns.
Coming Soon
A Knoxville Michelin star? Maybe. Three East Tennessee restaurants — J.C. Holdway, Potchke Deli and RT Lodge — have been invited to a Michelin American South Guide event on Monday, Nov. 3. The invitation indicates these restaurants will be included in the guide, and they may be eligible for additional recognitions announced at the ceremony. (Knoxville News Sentinel)
Eat
Local breakfast joint Ruby Sunshine is now offering a free meal to federal employees Monday-Friday. A valid government-issued ID is required to claim, and the value is capped at $20 per meal. (Knoxville News Sentinel)
The Tennessee Titans traded away cornerback Roger McCreary. Is it a sign of more moves to come before next week’s trade deadline? Hear from the local experts on the Tennessee Titans with Locked On’s daily, team-focused podcasts.
Seasonal
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The Buy
A set of versatile mixing bowls that are on sale for a limited time. The bowls feature easy-to-open, air tight lids, making the transition from prep to storage a breeze. Use them for everything from kneading bread dough to mixing batter to putting together a salad for a potluck crowd.
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