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Saturday, May 3rd, 2025
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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
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The Wailers Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the 30th anniversary of 'Natural Mystic' with legendary reggae sounds.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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