Brent Waugh went from being Eli's "big brother" to becoming the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of East TN. Now, he leads efforts to create meaningful relationships between kids and volunteers from Knoxville and beyond. COVID-19 times have been tough, but the organization is adjusting its roles in the community and with the families it serves.

<p>Brent Waugh went from being Eli's "big brother" to becoming the CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of East TN. Now, he leads efforts to create meaningful relationships between kids and volunteers from Knoxville and beyond. COVID-19 times have been tough, but the organization is adjusting its roles in the community and with the families it serves.</p>

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.

<p>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.</p>

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.