Local Dining Guide: With UT’s fall semester kicking in, a Knoxville roundup breaks down where you’ll want reservations near campus—and where you can still walk in—highlighting spots like Bistro at the Bijou. Movies & Media: Regal’s Knoxville push is tied to premium big-screen experiences, with “The Odyssey” getting an IMAX 70mm moment that shows how chains are leaning into event cinema. Sports Business: The Cowboys locked up defensive tackle Quinnen Williams with a three-year, $105.9M extension, keeping him in Dallas through 2030. Community & Arts: Greeneville’s August 8th Freedom Day Celebration kept rolling despite rain, with music, food, kids’ activities, and community support. Human Rights Awareness: The Boys & Girls Club and Tennessee Department of Health used the Red Sand Project to spotlight human trafficking across Tennessee. Education & Opportunity: Plates for a Purpose returns in East Tennessee to fund Pellissippi State’s hospitality program through hands-on culinary scholarships and experience. Health & Safety: A Salmonella recall hit multiple jalapeño dips, salsas, and prepared foods sold at major retailers. Science Spotlight (Memphis): St. Jude researchers unveiled a single-cell atlas of spinal neurons tied to rhythmic movement, aiming to improve understanding and recovery after injury. Music: The Hillbilly Thomists released their sixth album, “Strange Land,” blending roots storytelling with Dominican friars’ harmonies. Tech Policy (National): A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds strong bipartisan support for age-verification rules to keep kids under 16 off social media—while raising concerns about data privacy and reliability.