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Saturday, August 30th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Knox County 11-year-old reporter Holston Haun is covering the Taco Bell rebuild in Strawberry Plains—he and his mom share video updates that show how the restaurant is being built better than ever with an official reopening planned for Tuesday. WVLT 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Sevierville Police investigated the death of a lifeguard at The Resort at Governor’s Crossing on Friday morning — the lifeguard’s body was taken for an autopsy and details of the incident were not released. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Concerts Under the Canopy will take place at Tennessee Amphitheatre on Sept. 4, Oct. 10 and Oct. 30 to benefit local charities including The Love Kitchen, Breast Connect and Choice Health Network. Organizers say the series will raise $91,000 for emergency support—helping with housing, food and medical expenses. WVLT 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Knox County Schools launched a survey (open until Friday, Sept. 19) for parents and students to guide its innovative schools initiative from its 2030 plan, with feedback set to help shape programs like a new K-8 school in Mechanicsville. WVLT 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ UT Medical Center dressed newborns in orange and white today to mark their first step in becoming official Vols for Life ahead of a UT football game, and hospital staff said the event will start a new tradition—connecting care with school pride. 10 News
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Sequoyah Hills in Knoxville started as a community about 100 years ago and is known for its stone markers and nods to Cherokee heritage. Luxury property specialist Joyce Z. Tapscott said the founders planned the neighborhood with special design elements—features that continue to attract home buyers with above-average budgets. Knoxville News Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Vol fans will see No. 1 defensive back Ricky Gibson III play at tomorrow’s kickoff as the 30 Days 30 Vols series shows how he covers opponents well and leads the team. He teamed with Jermod McCoy to form a strong duo and has grown in leadership since his first season—a boost that may help the team this year. WVLT 8
- ➤ Russell Biven and Company launched Prepzone, a new TV broadcast that uses an NFL Redzone style to show multiple high school football games from across East Tennessee. The program debuted on August 29 at 6:30 p.m.—airing on Tennessee Valley Sport Network with special guests and produced segments. WVLT 8
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Amped Up Tie Dye Party
2-5 p.m. — Hi-Wire Brewing - Knoxville — $25 ticket includes a graphic tee and tie dye supplies — Celebrate Mango Lazerade with creative fun and discounted drinks.
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Rocket City Trash Pandas vs. Knoxville Smokies
7-9 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Admission varies — Catch the exciting minor league baseball showdown between the Trash Pandas and the Smokies.
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Tennessee Lady Vols Volleyball vs. Wofford Terriers
6:30-8 p.m. — Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center — Tickets from $2.25 — Experience thrilling collegiate volleyball as the Lady Vols take on the Terriers.
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Blake Whiten Live
7-9:30 p.m. — Open Chord Stage — Tickets from $50 — Experience an unforgettable musical performance by Blake Whiten.
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ETSU Buccaneers vs. Tennessee Vols Football
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Neyland Stadium — Ticketed event — Experience college football rivalry as the ETSU Buccaneers take on the Tennessee Vols.
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Knoxville Smokies vs. Rocket City Trash Pandas
2-4 p.m. — Covenant Health Park — Cost information not provided — Catch an exciting minor league baseball matchup in Knoxville's Covenant Health Park.
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Hope Will Rise
Street Hope TN works to eliminate the sexual exploitation and trafficking of children in Tennessee and provide safe environments to foster hope and healing through Jesus Christ. Join supporters and community leaders for a powerful night of advocacy and awareness as Street Hope celebrates 10 years of hope, healing and lives changed.
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Briscoe Live Concert
7-10 p.m. — Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria — Free entry — Enjoy an evening with Austin's own Briscoe as they bring their original music to Knoxville.
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James McMurtry Live in Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the storytelling of a Lone Star sheriff and a mechanic through music.
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Family Fun Night at East by Orange Hat
7 PM – 1 AM — East by Orange Hat — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with trivia, corn hole, and more at this welcoming taproom.
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