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All about that bass
Big bass, big bragging rights. | Photo provided by Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic
The Bass Pro Shops Bassmaster Classic, aka the “Super Bowl of Bass Fishing,” is casting off in Knoxville this weekend, Thursday, March 12-Sunday, March 15.
The championship tournament brings the sport’s top professionals to East Tennessee for three days of competition on the Tennessee River. Off the water, fans can take part in a lineup of free public events stretching from the riverfront to downtown to UT’s campus.
Here’s a rundown of tournament weekend + its biggest fan experiences.
Classic Media Day | Thursday, March 12 | 12-3 p.m.
Once an event strictly for credentialed media, this event is now open to fans. Make the ~30-min drive to Bass Pro Shops in Kodak for sponsor activations, food trucks, and meet-and-greets with the pros.
Daiwa Classic Kickoff Party | Thursday, March 12 | 5-8 p.m.
Tournament weekend officially gets underway with this fan celebration at Covenant Health Park. Expect live music, food vendors, and family-friendly activities before the first lines hit the water.
The Knoxville City Council formally endorsed a master plan to guide redevelopment of the South Knoxville Waterfront. Shaped by community feedback, the vision calls for a mix of housing, retail, and entertainment alongside new green space and recreational areas. (WVLT)
Transit
Three Knoxville Area Transit routes — 12, 17, and 20 — will return to a 30-minute frequency starting today, March 9. The change follows a recent hiring push that brought 27 new operators on board at KAT since November. (WATE)
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Last week, the Knox County Board of Education voted to rezone Powell Elementary School to ease overcrowding. The campus was built to serve about 600 students, but current enrollment has climbed to nearly 800. The rezoning changes will take effect in the 2027–28 school year. (WATE)
Open
Gato Peligroso Food Truck is back open at Trailhead Beer Garden five nights each week. Bonus: New menus with exciting specials drop every Tuesday.
Active
On Saturday, May 30, Zoo Knoxville will host its first-ever Red Panda Run 5K, a wild race that winds participants through the zoo on a three-mile journey in support of wildlife conservation. The overall winner will score a special meet-and-greet with the zoo’s red pandas.
Mansion Monday
Why vacation at a resort when you can live like you’re on one? Boating, waterfront dining, and sweeping views await at this four-bedroom, six-bath estate on Fort Loudoun Lake. The newly listed property also boasts an in-ground pool overlooking the water and two jet skis included in the price.
Event
Wanna play wingman? Fly By Night is hosting a Pitch-A-Friend party at 7 p.m. this Thursday, March 12. Create a slideshow hyping up your pal and give a three- to five-minute presentation to fellow singles.
The Word
Swiftie. The term is officially in the dictionary, defined as “a fan of the music of Taylor Swift.” While Swift isn’t set to perform in Knoxville anytime soon, there are plenty of other upcoming concerts to look forward to. (USA Today)
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Busting out new buses
All aboard. | Photo provided by the University of Tennessee
$10 million. That’s how much the University of Tennessee is set to receive through two federal grants aimed at improving campus transit and pedestrian safety.
The funding will expand the T bus fleet, install new pedestrian safety technology, and help identify areas for future safety upgrades.
As part of the project, the fleet will add 10 hybrid buses, with service expected to begin in fall 2027. Officials say the expansion will include at least one new route and should help reduce wait times on existing lines.
The new hybrid buses are also more environmentally friendly, delivering roughly twice the fuel economy of older models and cutting carbon emissions by about 30%.
The Buy
Travel-size mouthwash you can take anywhere. Perfect for vacations, tossing in your purse, or keeping in the glovebox, this TSA-approved, top-rated mouthwash comes in portable pouches so you can freshen up anytime, anywhere. Bonus: It’s alcohol-free and safe for sensitive teeth.
After losing an hour of sleep over the weekend, it’s time to make it worth it. Now that the sun is setting after 7 p.m. again, we can spend more time exploring Knoxville’s beautiful parks. If you need some inspo, our events calendar will be full of outdoor fun for the foreseeable future.
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