Trevor Bayne, a 20 year-old NASCAR Sprint Cup driver from Knoxville, Tenn., became the youngest winner of “The Great American Race” Sunday. Bayne survived a record setting race which included more wrecks and lead changes than any other Daytona 500 race in history. Leading only six laps, Bayne was able to secure his first NASCAR Sprint Cup victory of his career.
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TNJN: Furries: an anthropomorphic culture thrives in Knoxville
Furries are everywhere. Their culture and lifestyle have remained under the radar since their start in the ’80s, but through conventions and online networking, furries find friendship and sometimes romance, maintaining their commitment to this unique existence.
TNJN: Dr. Death reveals tools of the trade
The founder of UT’s Body Farm gave a presentation Tuesday evening on forensic body study at the Cox Auditorium. He discussed the investigation of “Four Deadly Cases” and the science behind each.
TNJN: No. 18 Kentucky fends of UT comeback, 73-61
Tennessee fell 73-61 to No. 18 Kentucky in Bruce Pearl’s return to the bench. The Vols overcame a big first-half deficit, but fell behind again and couldn’t come back. Melvin Goins led UT with 16 points, and DeAndre Leggins led UK with 19 points.
TNJN: Students gather in humanities amphitheater to support democracy in the Middle East
Six campus groups organized the event. Professors, students, community members and Egyptian-Americans spoke about the uprising in the Middle East.
TNJN: UT pre-med major doubles as jewelry designer
University of Tennessee student Lindsey Crosnoe designs jewelry in her free time to escape the stress of student life. Using beautiful stones and careful wire technique, Crosnoe crafts one unique piece after another.
TNJN: Cover Two: Roethlisberger or Rodgers?
Super Bowl XLV will feature two of the elite quarterbacks in today’s game: Ben Roethlisberger for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers for the Green Bay Packers. Each leader possesses a different type of quarterbacking skill set that will make or break their his chances to win the big game in Dallas. But, by looking at the years they have posted and their individual careers, who’s better?
TNJN: UT’s anthropology department provides unique look into humanity
The University of Tennessee’s anthropology department debunks myths about the field and offers unique learning opportunities to students.
TNJN: Chemistry teacher doubles as Boxcar bluegrass band member
A chemistry teacher in Tennessee doubles as a member of a songwriter and member of a bluegrass band.
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