Press


2022


Knox Pride Interfaith Leaders

December 22, 2022 9:14 AM EST

'We proclaim love' | Knox Pride Interfaith leaders speak on anti-trans and anti-drag show protests

Several people said they were organizing a "vigil" outside the Tennessee Theatre Thursday night, in response to an annual Christmas-themed drag show there.

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November 23, 2022 10:55 AM EST

Knox Pride gives young unsheltered people joy during the holidays with Giving Tree program

The Giving Tree gives sponsors a chance to sponsor one of the hundreds of young people experiencing homelessness.

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November 20, 2022 11:02 PM EST

Knox Pride speaks on Colorado shooting during Transgender Day of Remembrance vigil

November 20 is a national holiday where people come together to honor those who face discrimination and stigma across the nation.

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September 26, 2022 7:15 AM EDT

Knox PrideFest to kick off with 3 days of community events

A celebration of East Tennessee’s LGBTQI+ community is happening later this week in Downtown Knoxville. Knox Pride organizers are calling the event “three days of equality, community, family and fun.”

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September 21, 2022 4:55 PM EDT

Knox Pride 2022 celebration will be first weekend of October with parade, more than 75 performers

Knox Pride said they made some changes this year, including getting rid of the VIP area and instead offering a special pass.

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Otis Smith, of Knoxville, smiles at the annual Knox Pridefest Parade in downtown Knoxville, Tennessee on Saturday, June 22, 2019. Calvin Mattheis/News Sentinel

September 21, 2022 10:47 AM EDT

Knoxville's Pride Fest is back! Here's everything you need to know

After two years, Pride Fest is back!

The event is hosted by Knox Pride and sponsored by Choice Health Network. This time, it will be a three-day event from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2 at the World's Fair Park in downtown Knoxville.

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September 15, 2022 11:53 PM EDT

Pints for Purpose helps local nonprofit raise money to fight homelessness

A local nonprofit is working to make a difference in the community by raising over $10,000 in funds and expanding its mission.

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July 25, 2022 5:10 PM EDT

Knox Pride hosts job fair to help LGBTQ+ community find safe and affirming work

Knox Pride brought together businesses and job-seekers to help them find work that would be both safe and affirming of their identities.

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July 20, 2022 7:05 PM EDT

East Tennessee LGBTQ+ groups condemn Rep. Burchett's tweet about a transgender woman

Knox Pride and Appalachian OUTreach are asking him to apologize and delete the tweet, emphasizing that he is supposed to represent all of his constituents.

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July 14, 2022 9:34 PM EDT

Knox Pride hosts first class in three-part series on how to buy a home

Knox Pride hosted a class where participants could learn more about buying a home, as well as all the paperwork and processes that go into it.

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June 26, 2022 11:21 PM EDT

Knox Pride hosts benefit bowling contest

Knox Pride hosted the event at Maple Hall as they competed for best team and individual scores. There was also a prize for the best outfit.

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Zoo Knoxville presents Pride Night

June 24, 2022 4:09 PM EDT

Pride Night at Zoo Knoxville kicks off Friday evening, benefiting Knox Pride

Pride Night starts at 5:30 p.m. Friday. It benefits Knox Pride, a nonprofit that organizes educational programs about the East Tennessee LGBTQ+ community.

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Zoo Knoxville presents Pride Night

June 22, 2022 3:40 PM EDT

Zoo Knoxville hosts Pride Night with new Soaring Eagle ride

Zoo Knoxville is hosting a Pride Night Friday, June 24, for people to see the animals and participate in fun activities. The event will be from 5:30-9 p.m.

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Knox Pride Vocational Suite

June 14, 2022 5:10 PM EDT

LGBTQ+ domestic violence support group coming to Knoxville

YWCA Knoxville and the Tennessee Valley are providing new services for the LGBTQ+ community.

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June 1, 2022 5:29 PM EDT

A look at the past, present, and future of Pride Month in Knoxville

June 1 is the beginning of pride month and there are a ton of events here in Knoxville celebrating the LGBTQ+ community.

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Rainbow Downtown Knoxville Gay Street

June 1, 2022 10:21 AM EDT

Pride Month events, resources in East Tennessee

With Pride Month kicking off June 1, there are events in East Tennessee that will celebrate the LGBTQI+ community as well as benefit local organizations.

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May 31, 2022 1:41 PM EDT

10About Town: Events happening during Pride Month

June is Pride Month! Here are some Pride events happening throughout the month in East Tennessee.

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March 19, 2022 4:14 PM EDT

Demonstrators gather in Oak Ridge against anti-LGBTQ legislation in TN General Assembly

One of the bills could prevent transgender youth from getting healthcare, and was introduced by a representative from Oak Ridge.

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