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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 3rd of May.

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • The Tennessee National Guard rescued an injured hiker in Great Smoky Mountains National Park on Wednesday around 3 p.m.—they flew from McGhee Tyson Airport to Derick Knob Shelter and then to the University of Tennessee Medical Center in Knoxville in less than 90 minutes.  WVLT 8

CULTURE NEWS

  • Cheese Week is underway in Knoxville and runs from April 28 until May 4—residents can enjoy various cheese-themed events during the festival.  WVLT 8
  • Yesterday, Dollywood celebrated its 40th anniversary with a live stream event at 11 a.m.—Dolly Parton and park officials reflected on the park's history. The weekend celebration runs through May 4 and features park upgrades as well as plans for a new night themed ride set to launch in 2026.  6 News
  • Dolly Parton spent Friday at Dollywood celebrating 40 seasons of the park—fans waited along the parade route for a glimpse of the country music icon.  10 News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Tennessee football added Colton Hood to its team on Friday morning; the Georgia native played at Colorado under Deion Sanders and began his career at Auburn and has three years of eligibility remaining & brings SEC experience to Knoxville.  10 News

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • The Wailers Concert

    7:30-9 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 30th anniversary of 'Natural Mystic' with legendary reggae sounds.

    Sun, 5/4/25

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  • Midnite Hellion

    6 PM - 12 AM — Open Chord Stage — $10 — Experience the thunderous sounds of heavy metal rock 'n roll with Midnite Hellion.

    Tue, 5/6/25

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  • Grateful Shred Concert

    6:30-9 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the laid-back vibes of Grateful Shred, a Los Angeles band channeling the essence of the Grateful Dead.

    Wed, 5/7/25

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  • Sunny Sweeney Live

    7-11 p.m. — Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria — Check for ticket prices — Experience the genre-bending sounds of singer-songwriter Sunny Sweeney with her latest work, Married Alone.

    Thu, 5/8/25

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  • Sanctus Real Concert

    7-8:30 a.m. — Bijou Theatre — Experience the magic of a candlelit concert with Blue Violin and Sanctus Real.

    Fri, 5/9/25

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  • Southern Skies Music & Whiskey Festival

    11 a.m. – 9 p.m. — World’s Fair Park Performance Lawn — Tickets on sale now — Celebrate Knoxville's music and community with performances by top artists including Southern Avenue and The Dirty Guv’nahs.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Southern Skies Music & Whiskey Festival

    Southern Skies Music & Whiskey Festival returns to Downtown Knoxville on Saturday, May 10, 2025. Produced by Dogwood Arts and curated by the Dirty Guv’nahs. 2025 Lineup: Charley Crockett, The Dirty Guv’nahs, Willow Avalon, Devon Gilfillian, Southern Avenue, and Cruz Contreras & The Black Lillies.

    Sat, 5/10/25

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  • Coheed And Cambria + Mastodon

    6-10 p.m. — Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum — Tickets available — Experience groundbreaking music with Coheed and Cambria and Mastodon on The Infinite Arc Tour.

    Sun, 5/11/25

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  • Beartooth Concert

    6-8 p.m. — The Mill & Mine — Ticket prices vary — Experience the life-changing music of Beartooth with their devastating riffs and catchy hooks.

    Mon, 5/12/25

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  • Kingdom of Giants Concert

    7 PM - 1 AM — The Mill & Mine — Tickets available — Experience an electrifying night with Kingdom of Giants live in concert.

    Tue, 5/13/25

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  • Liliac Live Concert

    7-9 p.m. — Open Chord Stage — General Admission $22.50, Meet & Greet $55 — Enjoy an electrifying live performance by Liliac with opening acts Platinum Moon.

    Wed, 5/14/25

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