Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Local eatery gains acclaim: Downtown favorite Pete’s in Knoxville is up for a USA Today 10Best award for Best Roadside Diner, competing with spots like The Arcade Restaurant in Memphis. Voting is open daily -- see who's in the running.

Plan ahead, Knoxville drivers: Overnight closures continue on I-275 as TDOT repaves from I-40 to near I-640. Work happens nightly from 7 p.m. to 6 a.m., so expect delays and consider alternate routes -- get all the details.

Grant backs agricultural recovery: Applications are now open for Tennessee's $34 million Hurricane Helene relief fund to help farmers and forest landowners. Enrollment opened April 22 and stays open through July 21 -- get key dates and info.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you’ve been on the same plan for years, you might be paying way more than you need to. It’s an easy one to forget about, but switching could save you up to $600 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium in half — this free comparison tool makes it easy.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Cooler way to recover: Whether your legs are toast after House Mountain or you’re just over creaky mornings, bioworX offers cryotherapy that takes the edge off and resets your mood. Breathe, freeze, and step back into the day feeling a little more human... and a lot less sore.

Yarn fix, found: Loopville is the welcoming, project-saving spot to squeeze skeins, get quick help decoding patterns, and slide into a low-key stitch session. When your WIP pile needs a nudge or a fresh color, the vibes and fiber here keep you making.

Make it a show night: Tennessee Theatre brings that big-night-out energy, from touring acts to can’t-miss local performances, in a setting that still feels like a Knoxville treasure. Check the calendar, pick a seat, and let the velvet-curtain vibes upgrade your week... zero travel required.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🛍 Patricia Nash Spring 2026 Sample Sale @ Patricia Nash Flagship Store | Wednesday (4/29) at 10:00 AM – Whether your trusty tote’s held up since Sundown in the City, or it’s time for an upgrade, Patricia Nash’s flagship on North Sixth has a Spring Sample Sale, 60-70% off. Reserve a slot midweek, stroll in Saturday, all sales final, and 5% benefits YWCA Knoxville.

🎸 First Friday: Epiphone Exhibition + Auction @ Dogwood Arts | Friday (5/1) at 5:00 PM – First Friday at Dogwood Arts brings 20 Epiphone guitars designed by East Tennessee student artists, on display before an online auction that funds youth arts. Skip a lap around Market Square, browse the gallery, then bid like a cool aunt, uncle, or secret rock star.

🛍 Spring Rummage Sale @ Bearden United Methodist Church | Saturday (5/2) at 7:30 AM – Ready to treasure hunt without the yard work? Bearden UMC hosts a massive rummage sale, then the famous $5 bag sale, where you cram a provided sack full. Score deals, support local, national, and international missions, and feel smug about it.

🏃 Luau 5K, 10K, & 13.1M @ Holston River Park | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Only in Knoxville do we throw a luau, then make you run 5K, 10K, or 13.1 before the pineapple. Expect leis, friendly faces, and scenic paths, plus that signature East Tennessee humidity doing its best island impression. Register ahead, then earn your post-race bragging rights.

🌱 North Hills Plant Sale 2026 @ North Hills Park | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Ready to trade big-box begonias for the good stuff? Then roll over to North Hills Park’s beloved plant sale, stocked with neighbor-grown natives, hardy perennials, herbs, veggies, and bright annuals. Shop local makers, score shed bargains, and help Knoxville’s only neighborhood arboretum shine.

🐝 Spring Pollinator Walk @ Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum | Saturday (5/2) at 10:00 AM – Take a slow stroll at Knoxville Botanical Garden with Master Gardener and board member Susan Kiss, learning what makes a yard irresistible to bees, butterflies, and moths. Think less lawn, more native plants, and guilt-free eavesdropping on pollinator drama. Registration required at knoxgarden.org/events.

🥖 The Basics of Artisan Bread Baking @ The Cutting Edge Classroom | Saturday (5/2) at 1:00 PM – Whether your 2020 starter is still lurking in the fridge, or you’ve only proofed resumes, this hands-on artisan bread class with Chef Kaitlyn delivers focaccia, a Dutch-oven boule with EVOO dip, and honey buns. You’ll learn, snack shamelessly, and leave with a loaf, pride intact.

On Arcadia’s gated waterfront peninsula, this Keith Summerour designed, Charles Atkins built retreat pairs oak siding, a zinc roof, and Old Edwards Inn stone accents. French windows frame water views, while the great room features beams, wet bar, and fireplace. Chef’s kitchen plus butler’s pantry, dual main-level suites, bunk room over garage, pool with spa, and dockable frontage.