East Tennessee Now

Several organizations are teaming up to put on the first Urban Family Festival at Chilhowee Park on Saturday, October 30th. Knoxville Police Officer, BK Hardin tells us about all of the exciting and free activities they have planned. 

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The Kerbela Shrine Circus is back this year from October 22-24 at Thompson Boling Arena. It's three rings of excitement and so much more!

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Human Trafficking is a major issue here in Tennessee and every county is affected, according to the Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking.

Tara Davis, the Community Relationship Coordinator is our guest. She explains what the coalition does, who is affected by human trafficking, and ways to help.

Be sure to vote in their Halloween costume contest here.

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Interfaith Health Clinic is hosting its annual Trick or Trivia event On Oct 21st at Brookside on Central St. You can register as a team or solo to play. There will be a costume contest, food, drink, and auction.  Deadline to sign up is the 14th. Interfaith Health Clinic provides medical, dental and even mental health care to people who are working, based on a sliding scale.  

Guest: Beth Farrow  

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Have your allergies been bad recently? It's Ragweed Season! Dr Nicholas Kolinsky with The Allergy, Asthma and Sinus Center explains how long it will stick around,how the pollen can travel far, and what to expect next. 

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There are specific birds you will see in your yards that love East Tennessee. Learn how to attract more of them and not the critters with Liz Cutrone of Wild Birds Unlimited. It could be as simple as changing your seed or feeder. Liz also knows the birds you might see while migrating and why your neighbors are attracting different birds than your yard.  

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This year's Greekfest is on after the pandemic caused organizers to pivot last year. In 2020, people could only drive up and pick up food. 

This year, you can expect to head to St. George Greek Orthodox Church on October 1-3,2021, for food, music, church tours, dancing and more. 

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Kids can get free books and bikes at a special event on September 25th, sponsored by two non-profit organizations, Kickstand and Friends of Literacy. 

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If you have a pet that has crossed the Rainbow Bridge, the Small Breed Rescue of East Tennessee has come up with a way to help memorialize them. It's a spin-off from the Wall of Rescues. 

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More than 40 events set to fight hunger and create awareness, through the XHunger Tour the next two months.

Executive Director, Terry Mauk and Founder, Jimmy Buckner explain how to get involved and how one philanthropic teen could be the owner of a new car, thanks to Beaty Chevrolet! 

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