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Saturday, June 21st, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville native Rashaad Woods leads the Renounce Denounce gang intervention program that has mentored about 200 at-risk teens and young adults in East, Northwest and South Knoxville over the past two years. He uses his own experience to help youth rewrite their narrative—reducing crime and filling gaps in community resources. 10 News
- ➤ Children in Knoxville will get free meals at Chick-fil-A from June 23 to June 28 by redeeming the reward in the Chick-fil-A app—each person can have one free kid’s meal. WVLT 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Interstate 40 in Pigeon River Gorge is closed for at least two weeks after four rockslides sent rocks and trees tumbling onto the roadway—officials are assessing the situation. Knoxville News Sentinel
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pulitzer Prize-winning author Rick Atkinson will talk about his new book The Fate of the Day on Monday at 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church on State Street downtown — tickets cost $20 and the event is presented by the East Tennessee History Center. 10 News
- ➤ Country star Zach Top will perform with Andy Buckner in Knoxville on Oct. 9 at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center + tickets go on sale on June 27 at 10 a.m. WVLT 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs proposed an emergency ordinance during his Friday update that would replace the juvenile detention center’s current leadership with a temporary committee until Sheriff Tom Spangler takes permanent control—this plan follows recent staff firings and faces opposition from some state lawmakers. The ordinance is set for discussion by the county commission on Monday. WVLT 8
- ➤ The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency reminded boaters on Friday to follow clear safety rules as summer began. Officers said every boat needed a wearable US Coast Guard approved life jacket for each person and required equipment, and reckless operation could lead to a class A misdemeanor. 6 News
- ➤ Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs laid out a timeline for the detention center's new leadership during his weekly update Friday—detailing a phased power transition that will start soon—. 10 News
SHOP NEWS
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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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Matt Stillwell Concert
5-11 p.m. — World's Fair Park — Ticket details not specified — Enjoy an evening of live music featuring country artist Matt Stillwell.
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Tour de Rocky Top Cycling Event
7:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Peaceful Side Social | Townsend — Registration fee applies — Experience Knoxville's premier road cycling event with a fresh new location and exciting challenges.
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Foodees Food and Culture Festival
1-9 p.m. — Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center — Free entry — Savor gourmet dishes from over 40 food trucks while exploring unique crafts in a vibrant festival atmosphere.
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Dinner Detective Knoxville
6-10 p.m. — Hilton Knoxville — $63.99 + taxes & fees — Enjoy a hilarious murder mystery dinner show where the guilty party could be sitting right next to you.
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