Event Brief
Knoxville's beloved McKay's leaves behind a cultural legacy
Filed: Mar 03, 2026 at 10:00 AM ET
Summary: McKay’s, a Knoxville icon for used books and media, will close in May after over 40 years, marking the end of an era.
WHO: McKay's Used Books & CDs
WHAT: Closing of the store
WHEN: Mar 03, 2026 at 9:04 AM ET
WHERE: Knoxville, TN
WHY: End of an era for the community
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