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Sunday, August 17th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 17th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On a hot Saturday morning in August, about 50 volunteers from Legacy Parks Foundation and Keep Knoxville Beautiful worked to replant trees and update landscaping at French Broad Veterans Memorial Park — a site built next to the East Tennessee State Veterans Cemetery to honor veterans' families. WVLT 8
- ➤ The PFHTA Golf Tournament will be held on September 25 at Sevierville Golf Club and is presented by Food City—organizers are seeking sponsors and teams to raise funds for local charities. Proceeds will help support community programs including PFHTA scholarships and services for kids. WVLT 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A motorcycle crash on I-40 around 8:00 p.m. Friday near mile marker 385 left one person dead, according to KPD—police are investigating the crash details. WVLT 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville police are asking for help after a man was robbed at knifepoint in the Kroger parking lot on N. Broadway—surveillance shows the suspect in a purple T-shirt and cargo shorts fleeing in a Chevy Trailblazer on Friday afternoon. 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A 2002 BMW was donated to a Cocke County nonprofit on Aug. 16th—its raffle will raise money to help cancer patients. The fundraiser aims to support those battling cancer in the community. WVLT 8
- ➤ Remote Area Medical is hosting a free mobile telehealth clinic today at CareCuts of Knoxville on 519 Williams Street—near Knox Area Rescue Ministries—from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. On-site nurses will guide patients through online consultations—without needing personal technology—and offer medical giveaways, with no ID required. 10 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ George MacIntyre is Tennessee’s top quarterback recruit who enrolled early and participated in spring practice with the Vols—he comes from a line of Tennessee alums and is expected to win strong support from the fans. WVLT 8
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Cardio Dance Fitness Classes
5:45-6:30 p.m. — Springbrook Recreation Center — Class fees apply — Dance your way to fitness in beginner to intermediate classes for ages 15 and up.
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Tricia Ann Band: Jeep Jam
7-11 p.m. — Hard Rock Cafe — Ticket required — Experience the Southern Rock resurgence with the Tricia Ann Band live on stage.
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The Great Smoky Jeep Invasion
All day — LeConte Center at Pigeon Forge — Admission details vary — Experience the ultimate Jeep showcase with vendors and custom off-road vehicles.
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Comedy Side Show with Lukas McCrary
8-10 p.m. — Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus — $15 entry — Experience a hilarious night with Knoxville's own Lukas McCrary back for a one-night special performance.
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Repticon Knoxville Show
9:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. — Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center — Entry fee varies — Explore the fascinating world of reptiles and exotic pets at this dedicated trade show.
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Alison Krauss Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — Tennessee Theatre — Tickets required — Enjoy an evening with the bluegrass sensation Alison Krauss and her virtuosic band.
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FC Naples vs. One Knoxville SC
7-9:30 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Tickets available — Watch an exciting match as FC Naples takes on One Knoxville SC in a dynamic showdown.
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2025 Tennessee Volunteers Football Season Tickets
Aug 28-29 — Neyland Stadium — Ticket prices vary — Get ready for the excitement of the Tennessee Volunteers' entire regular season at home.
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Knoxville Christian Singles Gathering
1-4 p.m. — Knoxville Museum of Art — $15 for Non-Hub Members — Enjoy art, treats, and games while connecting with fellow Christian singles.
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