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Tuesday, June 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Alcoa’s FreedomFest returns at the Alcoa Duck Pond on Springbrook Road on June 28 starting at 6:00 p.m. after being canceled in 2024 due to financial issues — the event, which began in 1974, will feature live entertainment, food vendors, a kids’ area, craft vendors, and fireworks. 10 News
- ➤ A nonprofit that helps girls succeed broke ground Monday on a $4.3M building on Virginia Avenue that will bring all its programs under one roof in a 6,900-square-foot facility designed to serve up to 800 girls each year — it will offer mental health support and leadership training. Attendees included Mayor Indya Kincannon, Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs, and Girl Talk founder Denetria Moore, and the nonprofit plans a ribbon cutting in June 2026. 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville police said William Fine, 39, died in a motorcycle crash around noon on June 12 when he hit a truck turning left on North Gallaher View Road near Walker Springs Road — he hit another car head-on before being taken to UT Medical Center where he was pronounced dead. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ Knoxville Fire Department responded around 9 p.m. Saturday at Augusta Quarry in Fort Dickerson Park to search for an adult male swimmer who disappeared, with Knoxville Volunteer Rescue Squad and Blount County Rescue Squad joining the search—while police investigate the incident and warn that entering closed sites is dangerous. WVLT 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Knoxville man will spend the rest of his life in prison without the possibility of parole for murdering his girlfriend, Madison Johnson, and her friend, Heidi Johnson, at their South Knoxville home in 2023—family members, including Heidi’s sister Cassidy, urged the judge to block parole and expressed relief that the decision prevents further harm. 10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville is bringing back a centuries-old sport as a local team stages armored combat demonstrations that show old fighting techniques — the event draws community interest and preserves historical traditions. WVLT 8
- ➤ WBIR hosted a Juneteenth roundtable with East Tennessee leaders and business owners who reflected on the celebration’s impact and honored Black history and progress—local voices shared ideas that could shape future community efforts. 10 News
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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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Jurassic Quest
12-6 p.m. (Fri), 9 a.m.-6 p.m. (Sat), 9 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun) — Knoxville Convention Center — Tickets required — Experience life-sized dinosaurs and a thrilling family adventure at Jurassic Quest.
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Comedy All-Stars Showcase
8-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus — $10 entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with hilarious up-and-coming comics from East Tennessee and beyond.
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Josi J and Dessert Live Performance
8 PM – 2 AM — Bucket Head Tavern — Check for cover charge — Experience a night filled with music as Josi J & Dessert take the stage.
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The Summer Classic Combat Tournament
9 AM – 3 PM — Christian Academy of Knoxville — Entry fees apply — Compete in an exciting day of kickboxing and grappling action at the annual tournament.
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Kanin Wren's Taylor Swift Experience
8 PM – 12 AM — Open Chord Stage — Tickets not available online — Enjoy an exciting tribute to Taylor Swift featuring Kanin Wren.
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Fireball Classic 5K
9:00-10:30 p.m. — UT Veterinary Medical Center — Register online — Kick off your 4th of July festivities with a fast 5K on Neyland Drive.
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