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Thursday, July 10th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ At a recent resource fair in Knoxville, CareCuts provided IDs, mail addresses, free haircuts, and health screenings to help people experiencing homelessness gain new opportunities—organizers said the event offered hope amid a growing need for these services. Volunteers and donations remain welcome to continue this essential support. 10 News
- ➤ CareCuts hosted a Knoxville Resource Fair that offered IDs and assistance to local residents—organizers noted the event is vital as homelessness grows in East Tennessee. 10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An unidentified person was shot in the hand on Wednesday morning as Knox County Sheriff's Office personnel tried to serve a warrant at a residence on the 7300 block of Brook Run Way in South Knox County—TBI is investigating the officer-involved shooting while the injured person is treated at a local hospital. 10 News
- ➤ A Knoxville man (42-year-old Roderick McAlpin) was arrested on arson charges after setting intentional fires (three mattresses and a closet) in his home early Monday on Larkwood Lane after his wife told him to leave. 10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Demolition is underway at the University of Tennessee's Melrose Hall dormitory as heavy machinery clears the Knoxville site for a new project. A five-story, 116,000-square-foot student center is set to open Fall 2027 and will include classrooms, student service offices, testing rooms, student lounges, and a timber pavilion (with a jewel box walkway linking a rooftop terrace and green spaces). 6 News
- ➤ UT Gardens runs the Sow 2 Grow summer program where teens with disabilities learn job and social skills by weeding, watering, and planting—tasks that build confidence and help them prepare for future work. Participants also practice stress management and receive career advice from guests. Knoxville News Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville officials will improve Broadway safety by building a greenway between Cecil Avenue and Woodland Avenue after three pedestrian crashes since early 2024; the $6.2 million project will refresh crosswalks and close one lane on each side during 18 months of work—detour routes will remain open for access to the shopping center, bus stops and Fulton High School. A separate $3.2 million project funded by a federal grant will link 23 traffic signals along Middlebrook Pike and University Avenue to ease congestion, with work starting this fall and ending by winter. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ TDOT will shut down I-275 starting Friday evening for an accelerated bridge replacement project near Elm St and Bernard Ave—local business leaders say this short-term inconvenience will improve road conditions for about 75,000 daily drivers. 10 News
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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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Beginner Sushi Class at Hi-Wire Brewing
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hi-Wire Brewing - Knoxville — Cost information not specified — Roll your own sushi creations in a hands-on class perfect for beginners.
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Beginner Poke Bowl Class
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hi-Wire Brewing - Knoxville — Cost information not provided — Create and customize your own delicious poke bowl with fresh ingredients.
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Joan Osborne Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the hits of Grammy-nominated artist Joan Osborne live in Knoxville.
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Zoo Knoxville Zoomobile Experience
10:30-11:30 a.m. — Sequoyah Library — Free entry — Enjoy a conservation-themed story time with special guest animals and an experienced educator.
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Knoxville Open Disc Golf Tournament
9 AM – 4 PM — Victor Ashe Park — Registration required — Participate in a competitive B-tier PDGA-sanctioned singles tournament across two scenic locations.
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Old City Market
11 AM - 4 PM — 100 E Jackson Ave, Knoxville, TN — Free entry — Explore a vibrant outdoor market featuring local artists and creative makers.
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Absinthe All-Stars Concert
7-9 p.m. — Emporium Center / Arts & Culture Alliance — Free admission — Experience a delightful evening filled with lively jazz music from the Absinthe All Stars.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Catch the thrilling baseball matchup between the Smokies and the Blue Wahoos.
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