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Sunday, June 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ E Avenue House of Prayer Ministries helped severe storm victims in Tennessee and Kentucky by coordinating relief efforts to provide support and necessary resources. WVLT 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ After a 74-year-old man died while restrained in a jail chair and hooded for hours, several deputies no longer work at the Monroe County Sheriff's Office—further disciplinary action was taken. 10 News
- ➤ Tennessee prosecutors have indicted Kilmar Abrego Garcia on two human trafficking counts after he was mistakenly deported to an El Salvador prison and later brought back to face trial for allegedly smuggling undocumented immigrants from Latin America by using cellphones and social media — a motion for his detention has been filed due to flight risk concerns. WVLT 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The University of Tennessee Board of Trustees will meet July 1 to review proposals that raise tuition for in-state students at four campuses while UT Knoxville keeps its tuition the same but increases mandatory fees by 2.8% (an extra $64). The proposals are part of efforts to improve college affordability as more than 80% of undergraduates receive financial aid or scholarships. 10 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee baseball lost Game 1 of the Fayetteville Super Regional last Saturday by one run with a score of 4 to 3 against Arkansas — the team will take the field today at 3 p.m. at Baum–Walker Stadium as they try to win their first series against Arkansas since 2005. 10 News
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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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Women of Rock Concert
6 PM – 12 AM — Open Chord Stage — Check local listings — Experience an electrifying night featuring powerhouse performances by women rock artists.
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ISA TRAQ Knoxville Training
8 AM - 12 PM — KBGA Carriage House — Early registration required — A vital training session covering course prerequisites and credential details for applicants.
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Knoxville Career Fair
9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Marriott Knoxville Downtown — Free entry — Network with local and Fortune 500 recruiters for exciting career opportunities.
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The Arcadian Wild Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — Pretentious Beer Co — Cost not specified — Experience the soulful indie folk tunes of Nashville's The Arcadian Wild performed live.
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Jurassic Quest
12-6 p.m., 9 a.m.-6 p.m., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. — Knoxville Convention Center — Ticketed entry — Experience a thrilling family adventure with dinosaurs at Jurassic Quest.
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Alicia Harvey Live Performance
6:30 p.m. — Nauti K's Riverside Bar & Grill — Check venue for entry details — Experience an evening of soulful tunes from rising star Alicia Harvey.
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