Calling all trolls.. or things to be thankful for.

[jed]

I don't like Knoxville and would never live there. However, I can't compare it to the other SEC towns (never been to any of them).

 

[DownTheField]

Well, that's not much to brag about in my opinion.

You are absolutely right- I have grossly understated the case: Boston is a world class city that outdoes most cities in this country.

 

[JT4TN]

There are pobably greater cities than Knoxville but as far as football stadiums, culture, and beauty.....there is no place like Ol Rocky Top.epper:

 

[Ulysees E. McGill]

Knoxville has its shortcomings, for sure, but there are plenty of positives to make it a great place to both visit or to live and raise a family.

I love the sense of "family" that Knoxvillians seem to share. It's a very friendly place and there is a great deal of stability in the population...polar opposite of Florida, for example, where everyone is either coming or going. The people here belong here, and we are proud of that.

It's also hard not to fall in love with the outdoor attractions. Multiple lakes with a lively watersports and fishing culture, the mountains in view and only a short drive away for a weekend getaway or a day hike, and more than a few great golf courses (with the variety to fit every golfer's game and/or wallet).

When you add the above to a decent-sized city with abundant restaurants and shopping, an average music scene, and the enormous draw of the University and our storied football program, it's easy to see why so many of us are happy to call Knoxville home.

Dang It. I miss home.:cray:

 

[BearCat204]

If you count the smokies and Gatlinburg, yes I would agree with the OP, but without Knoxville isnt that impressive imo

 

[SpaceCoastVol]

You are absolutely right- I have grossly understated the case: Boston is a world class city that outdoes most cities in this country.

Ewwwww Boston SUCKS.. People are mean.. All of 'em are bandwagon red sux, patriots fans... weather is atrocious... yuck..

 

[ugotamber]

I have been to most of them.. Most recently Auburn, Ark, and Ole Miss this year. I graduated in 83, so it has been awhile since I have been to some of the others, but in coming back to Knoxville 4-5 times/year after having NOT been here really makes me appreciate how great this place is. Ark is a beautiful campus.. and it's location in the Ozarks make it somewhat comparable to the Smokys.. the music there is OK.. not as good bluegrass... Ole Miss was really beautiful.. nice campus.. great food.. people.. all that.. I live in Florida, and I have been to gainesville.. Tallahassee is a much better town when it comes to non college related stuff.. closer to the beach and all... I dunno.. I just thought I'd see what kind of thoughts I'd get from other fans..

I for one, hate Tally! The kids drive like maniacs, half of them don't take their academics seriously, and other than the bars and clubs, there's not much left to do. You can drive 2 1/2 hours to Panama City Beach or whatever beach close by, but in my opinion, it's humid most of the time and the people are young and rude! Go Vols!!