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Monday, March 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Reporter Lexi Lepof is practicing her dance routine with partner Tye for the Dancing for the Horses event on May 9 that will support Horse Haven of Tennessee and care for neglected horses—she is dancing in honor of Malcolm, a 15-year-old rescue from a hoarding case in Middle Tennessee whose adoption is pending. WVLT 8
- ➤ Members of the Farragut community built beds for Knox County children in need this past weekend—led by Sleep in Heavenly Peace and the Rotary Club. Volunteers said their work was rewarding and helped ensure children had a safe place to sleep. 10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation is helping the Morgan County Sheriff’s Office investigate the deadly shooting of 51-year-old Brian Burton—whose body was found at a home on Big Mountain Hollow Road in Oliver Springs around 10 a.m. Saturday, March 29. WVLT 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Meteorologist Kyle Grainger visited West Valley Middle School’s 7th grade to talk about weather and climate (showing how local changes cause early flower blooming in Great Smoky Mountains National Park) after a climate change lesson. He answered student questions on hurricanes and tornadoes (giving a real view of his job and work skills). WVLT 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Rural Metro Fire in Knox County outside Knoxville will charge nonsubscribers a $600 fee for emergency medical calls starting in April or early May—residents can avoid the fee by signing up for service subscriptions that vary with home size. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ On Saturday afternoon, roughly 50 protesters gathered outside the Townsend entrance of Great Smoky Mountains National Park to support staff facing termination amid federal budget cuts. The demonstrators said the layoffs risk visitor safety — wildlife protection and the local economy — and vowed to continue protesting until further staffing changes occur. 6 News
- ➤ Today, local officials will vote at 5 p.m. in the main assembly room at the City-County Building on a property agreement that will swap school sites and transfer two school buildings to Knox County while a petition urging Mayor Indya Kincannon to run for county mayor has been circulated but she is not running + this week, the city council will meet on April 1 at 6 p.m. to consider proposals to expand festival beer permits and to approve a $75,000 traffic control contract + residents can sign up to speak before the meetings ahead of the Smokies' April 15 opening. Knoxville News Sentinel
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Tennessee men’s swim team broke NCAA records on Saturday in the 100 free and 400 free relay at the NCAA Division I Men's Swimming & Diving Championships in Washington and finished fifth overall—their highest finish since 2001. 10 News
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Cory Branan Concert
8-10 p.m. — Open Chord Stage — Ticket prices vary — Experience the soulful melodies of singer-songwriter Cory Branan in an intimate setting.
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Corb Lund & Hayes Carll Concert
7-9 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — VIP experience available — Enjoy a night of live music featuring Corb Lund and Hayes Carll.
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Comedy Night with Jeff Arcuri
7-9 p.m. — Tennessee Theatre — Check for ticket prices — Experience the humor of Jeff Arcuri, hailed as 'a joke machine' by The Chicago Tribune.
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Masta Killa Concert in Knoxville
10 PM – 1 AM — Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria — Ticket prices vary — Experience an electrifying performance from Wu-Tang Clan member Masta Killa.
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Knoxville Ice Bears vs. Roanoke Rail Yard Dawgs
7:05-11:05 p.m. — Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Watch an exciting ice hockey match as the Ice Bears face off against the Rail Yard Dawgs.
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Experience Hendrix Tribute Concert
7 PM-1 AM — Tennessee Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the legendary Jimi Hendrix with an all-star tribute concert featuring outstanding musical performances.
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Mama Said String Band Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Laurel Theater — Cost info not provided — Enjoy a lively night with the grassroots sounds of Mama Said String Band.
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Orange and White Game
2-6 p.m. — Neyland Stadium — Free entry — Experience a thrilling showcase of Tennessee football talent during this annual spring game.
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2025 Knoxville Smokies Season Tickets
3:30 a.m. — Covenant Health Park — Various prices — Secure your season tickets for an exciting lineup of regular home games.
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Juliet Lloyd Live Performance
12-6 p.m. — WDVX — Check for ticket prices — Experience the evocative storytelling of folk-pop singer-songwriter Juliet Lloyd from her new album, Carnival.
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