Thousands of honeybees relocated from Maryville College press box before football season.

A pre-season inspection at Maryville College revealed a significant honeybee colony in the football press box, necessitating a live extraction. This action is important as it safeguards both people and the building while ensuring the bees are relocated rather than exterminated with pesticides.

The bees will be integrated into Honey Bee Tennessee colonies in Nashville, which are set to be placed in schools next year. Staff believe the colony had been developing within the structure for over a season, likely expanding during the offseason.