Leave it to us to get nostalgic about Knoxville trash. Check out this 1954 ad for the Depmster Dumpster. | Photo via University of Tennesee, Knoxville Digital Collections
The unwrapping frenzy has passed. The party is over. And now you’re holding a trash bag, wondering what goes in the landfill and what can get a second life. Here’s a quick cheat sheet.
Recycle:
Wrapping paper
Tissue paper
Gift bags
Cards + gift tags
Cookie tins
Holiday lights can also be recycled — but don’t put them in the bin. Drop them off at any City of Knoxville Recycling Drop-Off Center, County Convenience Center, or Goodwill.
Benton Roofing offers 24/7 maintenance + repair, so you don’t have to wait to fix leaks or damage. | Photos provided by Benton Roofing
The first day of winter is less than a week away: now isn’t the time to ignore that leak in your roof. Lucky for us, Benton Roofing offers free commercial roof inspections to identify potential issues.
The Southeast has trusted Benton Roofing for commercial roofing solutions for more than 40 years, and the veteran-owned company is now bringing Knoxville business owners the same high-quality service.
The Gay Street Bridge is officially open again. In case you missed it, the bridge closed earlier this year due to structural concerns. It will serve as a pedestrian and cyclist bridge — but will cars ever return?
Gallery
A historic home in the Knoxville Botanical Garden is getting a second life. After years on Knox Heritage’s Fading and Fragile list, the Jim Howell Family Home has been stabilized. Get a look at all that dirt. (The Knoxville Focus)
Eat
If you have a Hanukkah party coming up, we’ll say this to you gently: You don’t have to cook. Check out Potchke’s catering menu. Any party is better with babka.
Speaking of the reindeer landing pad... Do you have a message for Santa? Drop it off at this festive mailbox on Market Square.
Sports
Can you imagine George MacIntyre or Faizon Brandon as quarterback? The local experts at Locked On have thoughts.
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Have you seen Harrison Ford around the Scruffy City? The actor comes to town occasionally while visiting his wife’s parents — and last week he was spotted at the Tennessee Theatre for the Allman Betts Family Revival.
Our favorite way to stay warm in the winter? With a little added heat. We love this heated vest that provides up to 12 hours of continuous heat with a battery that doubles as a power bank. We pair it with these top-rated rechargeable hand warmers on extra chilly days.
