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Listening to your body could save your life
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Do you know your heart’s warning signs? | Photo provided by Prisma Health
When most people think of a heart attack, they picture sudden, crushing chest pain or pain radiating down the left arm. While those symptoms are well known, they’re actually more common in men.
Chest discomfort, sometimes described as feeling like “an elephant sitting on the chest”
Persistent or potentially even mild chest pain that may feel like heartburn
Abdominal pain, indigestion, or nausea
Unexplained sweating
A sudden feeling of anxiety or “impending doom”
A sense that something feels off, even if it’s hard to explain
Because these symptoms can be mild or mistaken for stress or digestive issues, many women delay seeking care. If any of these signs occur — especially together — it’s critical to call 911 and get help immediately.
Heart health isn’t one-size-fits-all
Understanding personal risk factors is an important part of prevention. Family history, physical activity, smoking, blood pressure, and cholesterol levels all play a role in heart health. Regular check-ups with a primary care provider can help track these indicators and catch concerns early.
Prisma Health offers tools to help individuals take charge of their cardiovascular health, including blood pressure and cholesterol screenings and easy access to care teams when needed.
Take the first step
Checking in on heart health doesn’t have to be complicated. Prisma Health’s free, fast Heart Health Assessment helps users understand their “heart age” and assess risk in just minutes. It’s a simple way to start listening to the body — and protecting the heart for the long term.
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The updated amphitheater will also include a motorized stage curtain. | Photo courtesy City of Knoxville
Announced
The Tennessee Amphitheater at World’s Fair Park has officially closed for a year-long renovation. Upgrades include a new roof, structural repairs, fresh paint, new LED lighting, and stormwater repairs. The venue is set to reopen in March 2027.
Edu
Knoxville Preparatory School will permanently close after this academic year, following a board vote. The school cited “lower-than-expected enrollment” as the culprit of the closure and plans to invest more than $300,000 to support student transitions. (WBIR)
Sports
Get ready, Vols fans. Tennessee football’s 2026 Orange & White Game is set for Saturday, April 11 in Neyland Stadium. Admission is free.
Coming Soon
Knox Smocks is preparing to open its first storefront in Franklin Square. The upscale children’s consignment shop will celebrate its grand opening with a sale Thursday, March 19-Saturday, March 21.
Closing
Sunshine Industries, a Sunshine Services program that employs locals with intellectual disabilities, will close at the end of this month due to federal regulations. (WBIR)
Watch
Did you catch Budweiser’s Super Bowl 60 commercial? The bald eagle soaring alongside the iconic Clydesdale is named Lincoln, and he’s from Sevier County. (WBIR)
Environment
19,595 pounds. That’s how much food waste the Knoxville Compost Project composted in 2025, and this year, the goal is to break the 20,000-pound mark. Get involved.
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Stuck at home for Valentine’s Day? Want to have a special meal, but don’t want to deal with the inevitable crowds at your favorite restaurants? Or just prefer cozying up to your special someone (or your cat) in your pajamas?
We see you — and raise you these options for celebrating Valentine’s Day from the comfort of your own home.
💐 Let love bloom
Order a bouquet from Flourish Flowers — or pick one up at Cultivate Coffee + Flowers — to set the tone for your date night.
🍓 Cozy up with charcuterie
Snacking on a themed board from Amazing Graze will feel just as fancy as going out to dinner. Pro tip: Add some chocolate-covered strawberries for a sweet treat.
🍿 Plan a movie night
Pick up a Valentine’s grab-and-go box from Proper Popcorn and watch your favorite rom-com. If you’re looking for something super local, try one of these movies filmed in and around Knoxville.
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