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Saturday, January 25th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Upcoming construction projects across East Tennessee will lead to road closures and potential traffic disruptions from January 24 to 29, including a two-week closure of Old Highway 68 in Madisonville for sewer line installation. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The University of Tennessee Police Department alerts parents about scam calls requesting money for fake bail payments, emphasizing such requests are not from them. WVLT 8
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The ancestral home of Beauford Delaney, a renowned Knoxville-born artist, is being renovated into a museum by the Beck Cultural Exchange Center to honor his legacy and family. Knoxville News Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Tennessee System President Randy Boyd aims to secure a bonding authority for the university to finance its $3.5 billion backlog in construction projects and facilitate growth, alongside other strategic initiatives for 2025. 10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is representing the family of David Batts, whose death after a brief jail stay at Roger D. Wilson Detention Facility involves controversy over the circumstances and medical findings leading to his passing. Knoxville News Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine temporarily halts the treatment of wild birds to prevent the spread of bird flu. 6 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The basketball game between No. 17 Tennessee and No. 7 Texas has been rescheduled to 8 p.m. EST at the Moody Center and will be televised by ESPN, after scheduling changes due to Winter Storm Enzo. 10 News
- ➤ The University of Tennessee has extended Tim Banks' contract as defensive coordinator through January 2028, increasing his annual compensation to $2.15 million. 10 News
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Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Mozart & More
Experience a performance by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra featuring works by Mozart at the Bijou Theatre.
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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.
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Knoxville Bitcoin Meetup
The Knoxville Bitcoin Meetup invites participants to discuss Bitcoin while enjoying food and drinks in a relaxed setting.
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Tinca Tinca Concert at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus
Tinca Tinca will perform live at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus in Knoxville on January 29, 2025.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Robert Jon and The Wreck Live Concert
Southern California's Robert Jon & The Wreck bring their signature Southern Rock style to the Bijou Theatre, showcasing powerful songs and electrifying guitar solos.
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Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show
The Dogwood Arts House & Garden Show features over 10,000 sq. ft. of gardens, local art, and expert DIY demonstrations for home and garden enthusiasts.
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