Friday, February 14th, 2025

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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Knoxville Fire Department responded to a box truck fire at Sam’s Club West, ensuring the safety of the area. 6 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man charged with rape of a child and aggravated sexual battery in Alcoa was arrested in Kentucky and will be extradited to Tennessee, with potential deportation following a conviction. WVLT 8
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Recent heavy rainfall in East Tennessee might not sufficiently saturate the ground, potentially leading to lower crop harvests. 10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville's historic Gay Street Bridge, closed since June due to severe damage, will permanently cease car traffic but may open for pedestrians and cyclists by 2025/2026, pending a $2 million repair approval. Knoxville News Sentinel
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Erick Baker Live at Bijou Theatre
Erick Baker will perform live at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville, offering an evening of music entertainment.
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Community Walking Club at Walker Springs Park
This event encourages community members to improve their fitness and socialize while walking along the scenic Greenway trails in Knoxville.
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Mobile Telehealth Services in Knoxville, Tennessee
Free telehealth services provided by RAM's Mobile Telehealth Unit with on-site nurses, available to the public on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Born of Osiris with Special Guests Within Destruction and Entheos Concert in Knoxville
The concert features Born of Osiris alongside special guests Within Destruction, Entheos, Axty, and Lost in Separation at the Open Chord Music Shop.
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Ty Myers Live at The Mill & Mine
Ty Myers will perform live at The Mill & Mine in Knoxville, offering an evening of music entertainment.
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Rusty Steel Live Performance
Rusty Steel will perform live at Twisted Mike's Tap Room in Knoxville, offering a night of music and entertainment.
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KB Concert at Thompson-Boling Arena
KB will perform live at the Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville, providing an evening of engaging music and entertainment.
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Tennessee Volunteers vs. Samford University Bulldogs Baseball Game
The Tennessee Volunteers Baseball team is set to compete against the Samford University Bulldogs at Lindsey Nelson Stadium in Knoxville.
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June Star Concert
June Star will be performing live at Preservation Pub in Knoxville, showcasing their musical talents.
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June Star Concert at WDVX
June Star will perform live at WDVX in Knoxville, offering an engaging musical experience for attendees.
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