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Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Young-Williams Animal Center stated that its shelter is at critical capacity, housing 192 dogs and 277 cats while its ideal space is for 94 dogs and 84 cats. The center asked the community not to bring in stray animals that are not threatening so it can focus on emergency intake—adoption fees are waived through July 19 with a required monetary donation for the BISSELL Pet Foundation’s Summer National Empty The Shelters event. 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On Monday just after 3:00 a.m., Knoxville Firefighters responded to a house fire on Sanderson Road near Western Ave in West Knoxville, rescuing two residents who evacuated after their smoke alarms sounded and reporting no injuries despite heavy fire and water damage that left the home uninhabitable as investigators worked to determine the cause. WVLT 8
- ➤ Early Monday morning, a West Knoxville home on Sanderson Road in the 3100 block caught fire and woke two residents by its smoke alarms, who evacuated safely—firefighters arrived at 3:05 a.m. and doused the flames within 10 minutes while the home suffered severe damage and investigators began determining the cause. 10 News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Officials at the University of Tennessee Foundation announced Monday record-breaking gifts and commitments of $492,845,544 for 2025—an increase from last year’s $400 million that pushed them to 70% of their $3 billion goal across the UT System. The funds will support campus projects and operations on UT campuses. WVLT 8
- ➤ Yesterday, the University of Tennessee, Knoxville shared that it raised $428 million in donations during fiscal year 2024-25 from more than 70,000 donors, with the funds supporting over 12,000 student scholarships worth over $30 million — a milestone that shows strong backing for education, research, economic development and community service. 6 News
- ➤ School districts in East Tennessee and Southeastern Kentucky revealed start dates for the 2025–2026 school year — Alcoa City Schools will return on July 18 and Whitley County Schools will begin on August 13, with other districts scheduling openings from July 28 to August 11. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Knox County government launched a new website Monday morning to help job seekers learn about the START Center's hands-on training and apprenticeship programs — the center, championed by Mayor Glenn Jacobs, partners with 865 Academies, TCAT Knoxville, and ABC of East Tennessee to provide skilled trade career pathways. 6 News
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Knoxville food truck named Soul Patrol is serving lactose-free southern staples that bring classic flavors to local customers—its innovative menu uses traditional recipes without dairy. 10 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On day one of the MLB draft in Atlanta, eight University of Tennessee players were chosen in the first three rounds, setting a school record for early picks. Liam Doyle, Gavin Kilen, Andrew Fischer and Marcus Phillips led the record with first-round selections — marking the Volunteers’ strongest group under Coach Tony Vitello. 10 News
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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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Lyle Lovett Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tennessee Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the unique sound of americana singer-songwriter Lyle Lovett in a beautiful historic venue.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Check local listings for ticket prices — Cheer on the hometown team in this exciting minor league baseball matchup.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Pensacola Blue Wahoos
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Ticket prices vary — Catch a thrilling baseball game featuring local favorites, the Knoxville Smokies.
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Water Professionals Conference
9 AM – 6 PM — Knoxville Convention Center — Entry fees apply — A premier gathering for experts in water resource management and technology.
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Impactful Marketing 2025
10 AM – 12 PM — Cherokee Country Club — Free venue parking — Dive deep into the latest marketing strategies and trends with industry experts.
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