What We’re Reading: Knoxville is smart, afloat and social media savvy

What We’re Reading is a new weekly series highlighting local stories that we’re reading.

Who knew Knoxvillian’s were so smart? We did which is why we’re highlighting some good reads this week that put our local brainpower on display.

• UT MBA program creates social medial plan for Martina McBride. The country singer let MBA students create a vehicle for expanding her social media reach.
• Knoxville’s Brainpower Quotient. Jack Neely highlights a recent Portfolio.com list that puts Knoxville ahead of Chattanooga and even Memphis on the IQ chart.
• Boat dealers turning tides. Local boat dealers stay afloat during difficult times. And if you’re in the market, check out the Downtown Knoxville Boat Show coming up in March.