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Knoxville businesses react to possible expansion of smoking ban

Once the smoking ban went into effect in Tennessee restaurants and bars had the option of going smoke-free or serving patrons 21 and older, but soon they might not have that choice. “We’re here to take care of the people, not to take away their rights in privileges. That’s what they’re trying to do and that’s wrong,” says Paul Osterbrink, owner of Paul’s Oasis in West Knoxville. Osterbrink is concerned a ... Jump to full article >>