Just like the Scruffy City nickname born from the 1982 World's Fair, the event's signature monument, the Sunsphere, remains a divisive topic in Knoxville. 

Ryan and Calvin have their own thoughts about the golden globular structure, which they discuss on this week's episode. Their conversation goes beyond looks, as they also talk about the best possible uses for the landmark.

"The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com. 

Just like the Scruffy City nickname born from the 1982 World's Fair, the event's signature monument, the Sunsphere, remains a divisive topic in Knoxville.&nbsp;
Ryan and Calvin have their own thoughts about the golden globular structure, which they discuss on this week's episode. Their conversation goes beyond looks, as they also talk about the best possible uses for the landmark.
"The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com.&nbsp;

Every Tuesday, host Ryan Wilusz and expert guests bring you the latest news happening in and around downtown Knoxville. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com, part of the USA Today Network.

Every Tuesday, host Ryan Wilusz and expert guests bring you the latest news happening in and around downtown Knoxville. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com, part of the USA Today Network.

Each Monday, Ryan Wilusz and expert guests bring you the latest news happening in and around downtown Knoxville. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by Knox News, part of the USA Today Network.

The Scruffy Stuff

Kick back with Ryan Wilusz and Calvin Mattheis each Monday for the latest news happening in and around downtown Knoxville, and stay tuned on Thursdays for "Last Call" conversations with special guests. "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by Knox News, part of the USA Today Network.

Just like the Scruffy City nickname born from the 1982 World's Fair, the event's signature monument, the Sunsphere, remains a divisive topic in Knoxville.   Ryan and Calvin have their own thoughts about the golden globular structure, which they discuss on this week's episode. Their conversation goes beyond looks, as they also talk about the best possible uses for the structure.  "The Scruffy Stuff" is presented by knoxnews.com.