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Be on the lookout for this invasive plant species

A local nature organization has found a new invasive plant in Knox County. The Knox County Cooperative Invasive Species Management Area took to social media today to warn of the plant called Lesser Celandine. They say this

Why we will no longer be a welcoming church

We’ve decided to quit being a welcoming church. No kidding. We’re giving it up. Like so many congregations, we’ve sunk an amazing amount of time and energy into becoming a welcoming church. We changed worship styles, trained greeters and ushers, wore name tags, brewed coffee, went to workshops on hospitality and put our friendliest people …

Where Are Lower-Income Renters Supposed to Live?

While more Americans across all income levels and in all cities are choosing renting over buying, apartments are increasingly only being built for high-income renters.

Can your hairdresser save your life?

Your hairdresser could save you from more than just a bad hair day.

Self-Healing Asphalt Could Change Your Driving Experience [VIDEO]

Could potholes go the way of the Ford Pinto? Engineering professor Erik Schlangen may have created a way to make that happen with self-healing asphalt.

Test your knowledge of how county government works

How much do you know about your county government?

6 Signs that Invite Burglars to Target Your Vacant Home

Despite how thorough you are about making sure all of your doors and windows are locked each time you leave your home

Why We Should Be Pairing Wine With Mexican Food, According To Rick Martinez

During an exclusive interview with Mashed, Rick Martinez described what everyone overlooks about Mexican wine.

Two lessons we can all learn from Dr Richard Harris

There are many heroes involved in the Thai cave rescue but I think medicine could learn a lot from the conduct of Harris

Courthouses So Gorgeous, You’ll Want To Get Sued

Photographer Lica Sironi reveals the serene beauty of courthouses after the court proceedings have ended and the spaces are empty.

Why We Fly by Mike Harris on Apple Podcasts

Download past episodes or subscribe to future episodes of Why We Fly by Mike Harris for free.

Sam Harris’ Strategy for Supporting His Work Is Smart (and It’s Working)

In an audacious move that defied conventional “keep it short” wisdom, Harris took the most uncomfortable task among content creators and proved that the era of click-bait is beginning to end.

Joshua Harris' 3D Clothing Printer Recycles Old Garments to Create New Apparel

Joshua Harris's Clothing Printer is conceived as a wall-mounted personal appliance that could be connected electronically to retailers.

Martinez boy with OCD wants to help others

Martinez resident Thomas Rehder, 12, has created a Facebook page, O.C.D. War, to help others afflicted with the disorder.

Martinez: Inversions to increase haze