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Sunday, June 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of June.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville Police Department’s forensic unit works overnight to collect evidence (including blood spatter patterns, fingerprints, DNA, and bullets) from crime scenes to help solve cases ranging from theft to shootings while technician Cody Lawson works from 5 p.m. to 3 a.m. today. 10 News
- ➤ Knox County detectives are investigating a 'ghost tap' credit card fraud scheme and have apprehended more than 10 suspects who used stolen card details loaded in third-party digital wallet apps to purchase and resell gift cards — the suspects come from California, New York and Texas. WVLT 8
- ➤ Knoxville police asked for help in identifying a suspect after shots were fired into two occupied apartments in Montgomery Village on Wednesday around 4:30 p.m.—no injuries were reported, a gray Dodge Ram was seen leaving the area, and detectives urged anyone with information to call 865-215-8600. 10 News
- ➤ Knoxville police asked for help identifying a suspect after shots were fired into two occupied apartments in Montgomery Village on Wednesday (no injuries were reported) as authorities review the evidence. 10 News
- ➤ The KPD Forensics team gathers blood spatter, fingerprints, DNA and bullet evidence from crime scenes—working through the night—to help solve cases in our city. 10 News
- ➤ Knox County Sheriff’s Office detectives arrested more than 10 people in a ghost tap scam that loads stolen credit card data onto digital wallets to buy gift cards—scammers are from California, New York and Texas. The office advised locals not to click on links in texts about unpaid tolls, misdelivered packages or account issues and to report any suspicious messages. 6 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee led the nation in FAFSA completion with a record 75.7% among Tennessee Promise applicants, as reported by the Tennessee Higher Education Commission for the 2024-2025 academic year. The commission also named 158 high schools as FAFSA Champions—recognizing their efforts to help students complete the aid forms. WVLT 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ More than 260 troops from the 278th Armored Cavalry Regiment left Tennessee last Friday and are finishing training at Fort Cavasos, Texas—preparing for a nearly year-long deployment to the Middle East. They will soon fly to Kuwait to replace Task Force One and support Operation Spartan Shield. WVLT 8
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The Bread of Life (BOL) Store - Grand Opening
The BOL store- a community comprehensive food pantry. Food for body and soul. No cost. Open Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 2pm to 6pm, 8833 Middlebrook Pike, Knoxville, TN
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Emblem3 Concert
7 PM – 1 AM — Open Chord Stage — VIP access available — Party with EMBLEM3 and live like a rockstar all night long.
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Brand New Box of Matches: Pickin' On Nature Concert
6-8 p.m. — Ijams Nature Center — $10 adults, $6 kids 6-12, free for kids 5 and under — Enjoy an evening of bluegrass music with Brand New Box of Matches and Cody Moneymaker and the Breadlosers.
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2025 Jimmy Hyams & Kenny Withers Golf Challenge
9:30 AM – 3:30 PM — Egwani Farms Golf Course — Fundraising event — Enjoy a day of golf to support adults with intellectual disabilities.
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Desi Banks Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-8:30 p.m. — Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum — Ticket info varies — Enjoy an evening with Desi Banks, a multifaceted entertainer known for his wit and creativity.
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The Kingston Trio
7-11 p.m. — Old City Performing Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Rediscover the timeless music of legendary folk icons The Kingston Trio.
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16th Annual Business Opportunities Breakfast
7:30-11:00 a.m. — Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum — Registration required — Network over a full-menu breakfast with city departments and industry representatives.
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WDVX Blue Plate Special Live Performance
12-6 p.m. — WDVX — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of live music broadcasts featuring local and regional artists.
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Tab Benoit Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Check venue for pricing — Enjoy an evening with four-time Grammy nominee Tab Benoit and his soulful blues performance.
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Knoxville Auto Show 2025
10 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Knoxville Convention Center — Ticket prices vary — Discover the latest automotive innovations at this annual consumer show featuring over 100 exhibitors.
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