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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville Police Department officials now charge drug dealers with second degree murder when they are tied to an overdose death— a move by a countywide task force aimed at deterring drug suppliers. WVLT 8
- ➤ Knox County authorities arrested 37-year-old William August Gilbert on Wednesday for aggravated child abuse after he allegedly pushed a 6-year-old boy's face into a wall and hit him during a welfare check at a home in Mascot, and he is now charged with violating residence and work restrictions tied to his prior child sexual abuse conviction in Wisconsin. 10 News
- ➤ Today, Netflix is releasing a documentary titled A Deadly American Marriage that examines a decade-old murder case involving Farragut family members Thomas and Molly Martens, who pled guilty to voluntary manslaughter after Jason Corbett died and later returned to Knoxville in 2024—The film probes questions of self-defense and the legal battles that followed. 10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Cattywampus Puppet Council will hold its 8th Annual Parade and Block Party on May 18 at Suttree Landing Park from 2 to 6 p.m. The free event, themed Our Joy is Powerful, will feature a people-powered parade starting at 3 p.m. and creative storytelling for everyone. Knoxville News Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A recent report found disparities in special education programming at Knox County Schools—almost one in every six students lives with a disability. 10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A letter from the Department of Transportation (DOT) sent on April 24 warned Knoxville officials that failing to drop certain diversity, equity, and inclusion practices could risk federal funding for a planned $60 million pedestrian bridge connecting Clancy Avenue with downtown near the University. City officials said they are talking with lawmakers to protect the funding already awarded for the project. 10 News
- ➤ The Emerald Youth Foundation lost 70 part-time AmeriCorps workers in Knoxville after federal funding for its CAC AmeriCorps program was cut — the change will cost about $500,000 to replace and affects afterschool programs for children. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ Yesterday morning, Knoxville government crews moved a repair barge under Gay Street Bridge to serve as a platform for repairing the 127-year-old structure. The repairs must be finished by December 31 with a contract cap of $1,944,929.50—after which the bridge will reopen only for pedestrians, cyclists and emergency vehicles while plans are in place to replace it in five to 10 years. 6 News
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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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Spring Gala - For Such A Time As This
Together, we’ll celebrate the life-changing work happening both Behind the Walls and Beyond the Walls as we empower women to break cycles of addiction and incarceration through the love of Christ. Enjoy dinner, powerful testimonies, and an opportunity to partner with us in bringing light to dark places. Get Your Tickets Now!
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Live Music with Gabriel Knows Everything
7-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus — Free entry — Enjoy a mix of folk, country, and R&B tunes from an emerging alternative singer-songwriter.
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Tillery's Hustle for Hope 5k
9 AM – 1 PM — Victor Ashe Park — Support local families battling childhood cancer through a fun and engaging 5k.
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All Ages Silent Disco
3-6 p.m. — Kern's Food Hall — $10-$15 — Dance to family-friendly tunes from Disney to Taylor Swift in a fun silent disco atmosphere.
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Visit Knoxville Open Qualifier
Monday Qualifier — 8 a.m. — Kahite Pro Shop — Entry Fee Applies — Compete for a chance to qualify for the Korn Ferry TOUR's Visit Knoxville Open.
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