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FOLKS AND FACTS / ABOUT US
Our Story. Our Community.
Discover the people, purpose, and passion behind Folks & Facts.
Welcome to Folks & Facts
Every community has stories worth telling. Sometimes they’re found in extraordinary people. Other times, they’re hidden in familiar places, local traditions, small businesses, or everyday experiences.
Folks & Facts is a regional publication and podcast dedicated to discovering and sharing the people, places, and life that make East Tennessee unique. Through articles, photography, and audio and video conversations, we aim to inform, inspire, entertain, and encourage meaningful connections throughout our region. Our approach is simple: stay curious, listen to people, explore our surroundings, and share stories that deserve to be heard.
More Than Just Headlines
We believe a community is defined by more than the news of the day. It’s shaped by its people, history, culture, creativity, challenges, and achievements. That’s why Folks & Facts goes beyond traditional news coverage to explore the experiences and perspectives that give our region its character.
Real people. Meaningful stories. Stronger communities.
Our Mission
Our mission is to discover, document, and share the stories that connect the people and communities of East Tennessee.
We believe local storytelling has the power to bring people together, celebrate achievements, preserve memories, and introduce new perspectives. From inspiring individuals and remarkable places to businesses, culture, and everyday experiences, we want to highlight what makes our region worth knowing.
Folks & Facts is committed to curiosity, authenticity, and meaningful storytelling. We strive to approach every subject with respect, provide useful and engaging information, and give people an opportunity to share their experiences and perspectives.
Above all, we want Folks & Facts to be more than a publication. We want it to become a place where our community can discover, participate, and connect.
What We Cover
East Tennessee is full of stories waiting to be discovered. From the familiar streets of our communities to the mountains, businesses, traditions, and people that shape our region, Folks & Facts explores the many sides of life around us. Our coverage brings together local information, personal stories, useful discoveries, and entertaining experiences.
Culture & Lifestyle
Explore the traditions, music, arts, food, entertainment, history, and everyday experiences that give East Tennessee its distinctive character.
Places & Experiences
Discover local destinations, restaurants, attractions, hidden gems, outdoor adventures, and interesting places worth exploring throughout the region.
Local News & Happenings
Stay connected with developments, community initiatives, upcoming activities, and events affecting life in East Tennessee, with special attention to the Tri-Cities.
People & Community
Meet the individuals, organizations, entrepreneurs, artists, and everyday neighbors making a difference. We share their experiences, accomplishments, ideas, and perspectives.
Conversations & Perspectives
Through interviews, personal stories, and thoughtful discussions, we bring different voices and experiences into the conversation, encouraging curiosity, understanding, and community connections.
Whether you’re a lifelong resident, a newcomer, or simply curious about East Tennessee, there’s always something new to discover.
More Than a Website: The Folks & Facts Podcast
Some stories deserve more than a headline or a written article. They deserve time, conversation, and the opportunity to hear directly from the people behind them.
The Folks & Facts Podcast expands our storytelling through interviews and conversations with interesting people from East Tennessee and beyond.
From personal experiences and inspiring journeys to community issues, creative pursuits, culture, and everyday life, our conversations are driven by curiosity and the belief that everyone has a story worth hearing.
Produced in audio and video formats, the podcast gives audiences the freedom to listen or watch and discover the personalities, perspectives, and experiences behind the stories.
Real conversations. Interesting people. Stories worth sharing.
East Tennessee in Focus
Explore the people, places, and moments that bring our stories to life.
Our People
The faces and stories behind our communities
Our Places
Discovering the character and beauty of our region
Our Heritage
Explore traditions and history that shaped East Tennessee.
YOUR COMMUNITY. YOUR VOICE.
Help Tell East Tennessee’s Story
Know an inspiring person, an interesting place, or a story worth sharing? Folks & Facts is built around our community, and we’d love to hear from you.