Welcome to the South! I am from Louisiana, and I believe I am a more open-minded type of “Southerner”. I felt the same way when I moved to the North for a year. I was treated like I was an outsider. To each their own though correct? It’s called segregation and stereotyping. We are all guilty. This guy should have know better than to move to TN from New York. I live in Texas and there is a movement of Californians coming to this area. Texans have a saying, “don’t California my Texas”. I am will in to bet Tennessee has a saying, “don’t New York my Tennessee”.
Carly | Tyler, TX | Report Abuse

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE move back to NY. My wife and I are both from Los Angeles and have lived in Knoxville for 10 years. LOVE it. The more north eastern azzwipes we can get to go back home the better
Todd | Knoxville, TN | Report Abuse

PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE move back to NY. My wife and I are both from Los Angeles and have lived in Knoxville for 10 years. LOVE it. The more north eastern azzwipes we can get to go back home the better
Todd | Knoxville, TN | Report Abuse

Actually, this review is dead-on accurate. Meaning, I love Knoxville. This is _ _ EXACTLY _ _ the type of Northern Yank attitude I hope to never have to live around up north, ever ... again ...
Dan | Knoxville, TN | Report Abuse

Fake review to shake a bee hive . I'm from Long Island. There are jerks there butI'm fairly certain this is a fake review but no one as over the top as this guy. He means to be stereotypical with the foul language and southern people insults to sit back and laugh at the replies. If this guy is for real he needs to be quarantined. I have live in the South Midwest NW SW and everywhere in between and I came with my NY accent but put the attitude in the trash can where it belongs. Southerners have been nothing but friendly to me, It helps if you smile and are pleasant . People take to that no matter where you're from. I have never had a go back to NY moment in 40 years. Embrace the culture wherever you go or stay put. We're all not like this guy.
Edmund | Spring Valley, NV | Report Abuse

One can see the problem with this guy.....it's him! I haven't lived in Knoxville, but was there for several weeks some years ago, and the people were some of the friendliest, most down home Southerners you would ever want to meet.
steve | Albuquerque, NM | Report Abuse

And by the way, no one, ever, anywhere, has used the word "Yank" in the South. It's Yankee, and after reading this guy's stupid rant, you will readily understand why there is usually a curse word beginning in D when it's used with the Y word.
steve | Albuquerque, NM | Report Abuse

Spot on!
Greg | Knoxville, TN | Report Abuse

Hi - I too am from Long Island - Nassau Cnty and moved to knoxville primarily due to my daughter wanted to go to college here and you can't make enough money on Long Island any more... We live in Wooded Acres and I've honestly had a much different experience then you - I find all friendly and embracing while we do like our privacy - My biggest complaint? Food - coming from NY we've been used to it all and that is what I miss especially pizza and chinese food - Im not sure where in knoxville you're in - sounds more of the country? but give it a try - we'll always be yankees and Lord knows I'll never lose the accent but I can honestly say we haven't had a bad experience - I actually find everyone lovely - One place I will firmly say doesn't embrace yankees is SC - we lived there for awhile and my main 'crime' was being from NY as well as being Catholic. Maybe a move in neighborhood might be something to think about?
judi | Knoxville, TN | Report Abuse

Let’s be friends. I only have a “Chicago” accent although not from Chicago, just Illinois. My family and I moved here two-ish months ago.
K | Knoxville, TN | Report Abuse

Looks like this comment hit a raw nerve with all the cretans in Knoxville. Evidently their closed-mindedness is a sore topic with them. Maybe they should get with the times!
Ryan | Watauga, TX | Report Abuse

The problem IS this guy. Between the hostile attitude and vocabulary skills so limited that he resorts to foul language that's not fit to spell out, he'd make any place uninhabitable. I grew up in Knoxville and live in Nashville now. Nashville has the edge on culture and opportunity, but Knoxville has the lake, walking trails, beautiful scenery, a quirky and fun downtown, dogwood trails in the spring, gorgeous mountain views, and good solid people. You can get to the beach in 6 hours or the mountains in less than 1. Nashville and Atlanta, and Asheville are 2-3 hours away; Chattanooga less than that - so day trips and long weekend are doable, yet there's plenty to do at home. And if you like college football? Win or lose, nobody dies it like Big Orange.
Holly | Hendersonville, TN | Report Abuse

It sounds like you needed to make more trips there first before moving there. Tennessee people are awesome but they aren’t going to open up to you right away. Especially if you’re a Yankee with an attitude. It’s hard to move from a large Metro Area on the East Coast to the South. I liked in Johnson City and loved it and the area but I came from a really small town. Religion is a Big deal in Middle and Eastern Tennessee and so if you come here with no beliefs then it’s not surprising you wouldn’t get a warm welcome. Perhaps a more “Progressive” Resort Town in the South would have been a better choice? Charleston, Myrtle Beach or Hilton Head would have been a better choice. You can’t honestly move to a new area and expect it’s going to be like where you came from.
Rick | San Diego, CA | Report Abuse

As a person also from NY (upstate) I can provide a balanced view here, as this post focuses only on negatives. First off, NY state has some of the highest taxes, utility rates, and housing prices (NYC at least) in the country. The higher wages "up north" get eaten up by higher costs of living. There is no income tax in TN. I'd rather have less sidewalks and have more money in my pocket. If you want nicer neighborhoods, they are there, just have to spend more money for it in newer communities, which can also have sidewalks. Regarding schools, this is always relative to the district your are in. Towns like Farragut, Karns, Powell, Oak Ridge (mainly West side) have good schools. Same applies to the "meth" problem. If you live in crappier parts of town, you will deal with crappier aspects of crime etc. If you live in nice parts of town, you wont. This applies to the rest of the country. I find TN people to be some of the nicest people I have encountered and most I know have no issues with where you are from. I will say though, there are certain people who make these complaints and vocalize it, and naturally that doesn't sit well to hear people tear up your town, when you chose to move down here. For people who like the outdoors, this place is like heaven, with the Smoky Mountains just outside the city. What you consider paradise is relative to whats important to you. This city is perfect if you want smaller city living at a reasonable cost, with access to bigger cities (Nashville/Atlanta) just 2-3 hours away. NC beaches are also not too far away.
Kelly | Powell, TN | Report Abuse

I am a northerner originally from Michigan and the last 40 years Chicago, so I guess that makes me a “Yankee”. The guy from NY state should be ashamed leaving a review like he did, especially with foul language and insulting references and name-calling. He obviously, has a bad attitude and probably gives off negativity. I know it is very difficult adjusting and blending into a new place as I relocated with my family from Mich to IL and it is was difficult to make new friends. I also experienced it after I moved from Chicago to Vail and then came back to Chicago, which was very difficult and a major cultural shock after living in a place like Vail, CO. It can take years to adjust. I have never been to Knoxville, but I met a few wonderful people from Knoxville through my former corporate, national employer. These people are some of the friendliest, nicest people I know and I am happy to have them as friends. I love their accent which gives off a happy, friendly vibe. I am considering moving from Chicago and researching Knoxville, Nashville, Charlotte and a couple western cities. BTW, Chicago has alot to offer, but the winters are harsh — summers are awesome!
Lea | Chicago, IL | Report Abuse

I am a northerner originally from Michigan and the last 40 years Chicago, so I guess that makes me a “Yankee”. The guy from NY state should be ashamed leaving a review like he did, especially with foul language and insulting references and name-calling. He obviously, has a bad attitude and probably gives off negativity. I know it is very difficult adjusting and blending into a new place as I relocated with my family from Mich to IL and it is was difficult to make new friends. I also experienced it after I moved from Chicago to Vail and then came back to Chicago, which was very difficult and a major cultural shock after living in a place like Vail, CO. It can take years to adjust. I have never been to Knoxville, but I met a few wonderful people from Knoxville through my former corporate, national employer. These people are some of the friendliest, nicest people I know and I am happy to have them as friends. I love their accent which gives off a happy, friendly vibe. I am considering moving from Chicago and researching Knoxville, Nashville, Charlotte and a couple western cities. BTW, Chicago has alot to offer, but the winters are harsh — summers are awesome!
Lea | Chicago, IL | Report Abuse