Daily Knoxville Logo Daily Knoxville

Thursday, January 23rd, 2025

SHARE
SPONSORED BY
Advertiser Logo

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Knoxville.

Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Knoxville offers a variety of events this week including ChocolateFest, a Japanese New Year Celebration, and the Polar Plunge.  10 News
  • Lulu's Tea Room in Powell, Tennessee, decides to remain open due to strong community support, overcoming concerns about rising operational costs.  10 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • A visual journey through Knoxville from 1950-1959, showcasing significant events, developments, and everyday life through historic photographs.  Knoxville News Sentinel

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Knox County Schools' decision to hold classes amidst the season's coldest temperatures leads to parent concerns over student well-being due to unheated classrooms and extended school bus wait times.  WVLT 8

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • The City of Knoxville is seeking public feedback to shape its Five-Year Consolidated Plan for allocating U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development funds.  WVLT 8

SPORTS NEWS

  • Tennessee's basketball games against Florida and Alabama feature themed fan dress codes, with sold-out games and limited tickets available for select other matches.  WVLT 8

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • ZG Smith Live Performance

    ZG Smith will perform live at Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria in Knoxville.

    Fri, 1/24/25

    View event
  • 9th Annual ChocolateFest

    The ChocolateFest features delicious tastings from local chocolatiers and vendors, along with live music and entertainment, perfect for chocolate lovers and Valentine’s Day gift shopping.

    Sat, 1/25/25

    View event
  • Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Mozart & More

    Experience a performance by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra featuring works by Mozart at the Bijou Theatre.

    Sun, 1/26/25

    View event
  • Tennessee Lady Volunteers vs. South Carolina Gamecocks Women's Basketball Game

    The Tennessee Lady Volunteers will compete against the University of South Carolina Gamecocks in a women's basketball match at Thompson-Boling Arena.

    Mon, 1/27/25

    View event
  • Knoxville Bitcoin Meetup

    The Knoxville Bitcoin Meetup invites participants to discuss Bitcoin while enjoying food and drinks in a relaxed setting.

    Tue, 1/28/25

    View event
  • Tinca Tinca Concert at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus

    Tinca Tinca will perform live at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus in Knoxville on January 29, 2025.

    Wed, 1/29/25

    View event
  • AHEE Concert in Knoxville

    Chris Adams, known as AHEE, will perform a multi-genre concert at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus for attendees aged 18 and over.

    Fri, 1/31/25

    View event
  • Florida Gators vs. Tennessee Vols Men's Basketball

    The Tennessee Volunteers will host the Florida Gators in a men's basketball game at the Thompson-Boling Arena.

    Sat, 2/1/25

    View event
  • Remembering Balloons: An Intergenerational Tale

    This event presents a heartwarming story focused on the importance of sharing memories and the challenges of memory loss across generations.

    Sun, 2/2/25

    View event
  • Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Concert in Knoxville

    Concertmaster William Shaub presents two delightful works by Schubert and Mozart, along with Grieg's Holberg Suite, at the Knoxville Museum of Art.

    Wed, 2/5/25

    View event

REAL ESTATE

SUBMIT LISTING

No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

SUBMIT JOB

No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

SUBMIT

No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger

Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.

Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.

Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.

Get started with The Buy today

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Knoxville.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

People will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.

Know who said this? Send us an email!

Reveal the author
About Daily Knoxville

Welcome to the Daily Knoxville, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Knoxville, Tennessee community. If you like the Daily Knoxville, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Knoxville.

Advertising Opportunities

Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Knoxville and across Tennessee. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.

Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.

Community, delivered

Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.

You can unsubscribe at any time.

Subscribe to Daily Knoxville

A free Knoxville community newsletter.

Daily local news
We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
6AM City
A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here