It’s hard to believe, but 2024 is halfway over, and summer has officially arrived! We’ve got some delicious recipes for you to try and exciting events happening near downtown Knoxville.
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Philly Cheesesteaks
Prep Time: 5 minutes; Cook Time: 15 minutes; Total Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil, divided
- 2 green bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, thinly sliced
- 2 red bell peppers, seeds and ribs removed, thinly sliced
- 1 large yellow onion, sliced
- Kosher salt
- 1 1/2 lb. sirloin steak, thinly sliced
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 8 slices provolone
- 4 hoagie rolls
Instructions:
Step 1 In a large skillet over medium heat, heat 1 tablespoon oil. Add bell peppers and onion; season with salt. Cook, stirring often, until caramelized, 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer bell peppers and onion to a plate.
Step 2 In same skillet over medium-high heat, heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Cook steak, turning occasionally, until desired degree of doneness, about 5 minutes; season with salt and pepper.
Step 3 Return veggies to skillet and toss to combine with steak. Top with provolone. Cover and cook until cheese is melted, about 3 minutes more.
Step 4 Using a serrated knife, cut into long side of each roll, being sure not to cut all the way through. Divide cheesesteak mixture among rolls.
Appalachian Roller Derby & Smoky Mountain Rollergirls

Marble City Mayhem vs Appalachian Roller Derby (Boone, NC) HKRD Brawlers vs Smoky Mountain Rollergirls (Bryson City, NC)
When: Saturday, June 1, 2024, 4:00 – 9:00 PM
Where: 935 Worlds Fair Park Drive Knoxville, TN, 37916 United States
4:00 PM – Doors Open
5:00 PM – Mayhem Game 7:00 PM – Brawlers Game
Tickets are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Kids 6-12 are $10. Kids 5 and under are free. Or, buy a season pass for big savings!
Concessions available! (Beer, snacks, hot dogs, nachos and more.)
How to Keep Your RV Cool in Summer

Keep your RV cool on the hottest days to enjoy sunny summer weather no matter how high the temperature rises.
1. PARK IN THE SHADE
2. CREATE SHADE
3. GO WITH THE FLOW
4. BUY A PORTABLE FAN (OR TWO)
5. PROTECT YOUR WINDOWS
6. CLOSE YOUR WINDOWS EACH MORNING
7. USE REFLECTIVE INSULATION
8. KEEP YOUR COOLING SYSTEM EFFICIENT
9. COOK OUTSIDE
10. COVER SKYLIGHTS
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