East Knoxville Business and Professional Association meets Thursday, March 19

by | Mar 18, 2026 | The Daily Focus | 0 comments

~ from the East Knoxville Business and Professional Association

WJBE – Jammin’ 99.7 FM Featured at the March East Knoxville Business and Professional Association Meeting

Join us for our March gathering as we highlight one of East Knoxville’s most historic media voices.

Date: Thursday, March 19, 2026

Time: Networking at 7:45 AM | Meeting begins at 8:00 AM sharp

Location: Knoxville Area Urban League, 1514 E 5th Ave, Knoxville, TN 37917

Featured Speakers: Joe Armstrong, owner, and Gene Thomas, station manager, of WJBE – Jammin’ 99.7 FM

This month, we welcome the leadership of East Knoxville’s own WJBE – Jammin’ 99.7 FM. Joe Armstrong and Gene Thomas will share the story behind the station, including the history of WJBE and the legacy it has built as an important voice in the community. They will also talk about the role local radio continues to play in connecting, informing, and uplifting Knoxville.

Breakfast provided by Allison Comer and The Muse.

Come ready to connect, collaborate, and celebrate a piece of East Knoxville history.