– Tilling common ground today . . . Harvesting enduring relationships tomorrow.

Quarterly Assoc Meeting

January 20, 2022 0

Because of the high levels of COVID Omicron infections in Knox County, at this time, our quarterly Neighborhood Association Meeting will be on Zoom only this time. Topic: SWFT Neighborhood Assoc Quarterly Mtg Time: Jan 31, 2022 06:00 PM Eastern […]

Accepting Nominations Now

September 30, 2021 0

In just 3 years, SWFT has achieved many milestones as one of Knoxville’s newest neighborhood organizations. Much of our success can be attributed to the level of neighbor engagement through communications via our Grapevine Newsletter and Butterfly Habitat Project, Game […]

One Riverwalk closed

August 2, 2021 0

At the beginning of July, Southeastern Development Corporation closed the riverwalk from the Henley Bridge to the Gay Street Bridge. Southside Waterfront Neighborhood Association is in constant contact with City Officials, namely Tommy Smith, District 1 Councilman, and Rick Emmett, […]

4th of July

July 2, 2021 0

Sunday, July 4 Under the “Big Tent” | Riverwalk Terrace | 1 pm – 9 pm Bring a Dish | Bring your favorite beverage Join Us. It’s Free!

Memorial Day 2021 Party

May 18, 2021 0

Join us for our SWFT MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATION Monday, May 31 Under the “Big Tent” | Riverwalk Terrace | 1 pm – 9 pm Bring a Dish | Bring your favorite beverage Join Us. It’s Free!

Accepting Nominations Now

September 30, 2021 0

Happy VOLentine’s Day

January 31, 2021 0

Your Southside WaterFronT Neighborhood Association (SWFT) membership committee would like to invite you to get a little closer to your neighbors during this time when we are all practicing physical distancing. So, we have designed some very special Neighborhood Volentine’s Day […]

SWFT Board Meeting

January 11, 2021 0

Monday, January 25, 2021 the SWFT Neighborhood Association will meet at 6:00 – 7:00 pm via Zoom. All CityView & 303 Flats residents are invited to attend. Agenda items will include: membership report, financial report, treasure hunt, 2021 Neighborhood grant […]

Student Ambassadors

November 5, 2020 0

The Southside Waterfront (SWFT) Neighborhood Association is committed to enhancing the quality of life for everyone who resides at CityView and 303 Flats, regardless of whether they rent or own. The unique blend of working & retired professionals and university […]

2021 Board of Directors

October 27, 2020 0

The Southside Waterfront Neighborhood Association is happy to announce its new administration for 2021. The officers are: Drew Jeske-Polyak, President Alan Cheatham, Vice President Debbie Mallard, Secretary/Treasurer Welcome them by sending an email to editor@southsidewaterfront.org

Blount Ave Road Closure Update

February 26, 2021 0

Norfolk Southern Railroad is now requiring the the developer of Kern’s Bakery restoration to get a permit from them that allows the construction underneath their railroad trestle. The developer of Kern’s has applied for the closure of Blount Avenue to […]

Art Wraps

October 27, 2020 0

The above picture is just one of Russell Briscoe’s work that is being considered. Downtown Arts Wraps take plain traffic engineering boxes and turn them into stunning canvasses portraying the artwork of some of the important Knoxville artists from the […]

One Cup at a Time

October 14, 2019 0

SWFT held its second ‘One Cup at a Time’ coffee hour at 303 Flats, Monday, October 14, 2019. This time we partnered with 303 Flats and participated in their ‘Breakfast On The Go’ concept. They provided donuts and water and […]

They’re Coming . . .

September 26, 2019 0

Patience comes to those who wait! During the preliminary research and planning process, we were instructed not to expect too much in regards to seeing butterflies during the first year. In the past one month, multiple people have reported seeing […]

What Will Be Dredged Up Next?

July 23, 2019 0

Have you ever wondered why the boat docks at CityView get all bent out of shape in the wintertime? Every winter, the TVA drops the river water level by 10 feet in anticipation of winter snow and spring rain. The depth […]

Riverwalk Reopens

January 20, 2022 0

A legal dispute between the City of Knoxville and One Riverwalk Apartments led to a fence blocking the popular pathway. The City of Knoxville and a private apartment developer have signed a $2.5 million deal to resolve a dispute that […]

Status, Riverwalk Closure

October 1, 2021 0

WBIR has obtained documents that indicate a deal has been reached between the City and One Riverwalk Apartment Complex to re-open the riverfront walk. It is not final, and still needs to be approved by the Knoxville Community Development Corporation […]

One Riverwalk closed

August 2, 2021 0

COVID Vaccines Phase IV

May 17, 2021 0

The vaccine will first be given to priority groups as outlined in Tennessee’s statewide plan. The vaccine will arrive in small batches, trickling in over the upcoming weeks and months. KCHD will move to Phase IV, vaccinating all people 12 years […]

TN COVID-19 Vaccination

December 4, 2020 0

In advance of the arrival of the vaccine in Tennessee, we wanted to share information with you about the expected timeline, available resources, and frequently asked questions. In October, Tennessee’s State Pandemic Vaccination Plan was submitted to the Centers for […]