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Monday, May 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 5th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A memorial event honoring East Tennessee workers who died in 2024 was held Saturday in West Knoxville as part of International Workers Memorial Day — names read included five Impact Plastics workers killed by Hurricane Helene flash flooding and three workers from TVA’s Kingston plant who helped clean up the coal ash spill. 10 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Burger Boys, a Knoxville restaurant on Chapman Highway, will close Wednesday after the owner announced the news on Facebook. Founder Jeffrey Andre Bryant said he will post updates if he reopens at a new location—he thanked customers for their support. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ East Tennessee will host its annual Bigfoot festival that began in 2021. The event will celebrate local legends and bring the community together—continuing a longstanding tradition. WVLT 8
- ➤ Jewish organizations from Knoxville and Oak Ridge held the eighth annual Knoshville festival at the Arnstein Jewish Community Center on Sunday. The event featured traditional foods like blintzes, bagels, Algerian soups, and baked goods — and Knoxville Mayor Indya Kincannon spoke in support of diversity while addressing antisemitism. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Department of Education announced that defaulted federal student loans will resume repayment for loans that were over 270 days past due before COVID (loans in forbearance or nearing default won’t be affected). Borrowers are urged to check their status on studentaid.gov and contact the resolution unit to avoid wage garnishment or similar actions. WVLT 8
- ➤ The all-girls robotics group Gadget Girls held an event in Knoxville on Saturday to show off their love for STEM. 10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee men’s tennis overcame a 3-0 deficit against Duke as Alex Krotzen won seven straight games in the final set—securing the Vols’ entry into the Sweet 16. The team will travel to Austin to face No. 3 Texas on May 10 at 1 p.m. in the Super Regionals. 10 News
- ➤ On May 4, No. 12 Tennessee baseball beat Auburn 5-4 after a weather delay pushed the game into extra innings. Chris Newstrom hit a decisive ball that forced a rubber match and tied the series. 10 News
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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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