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Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Zoo Knoxville will begin a new ostrich feeding encounter for kids on weekends after Sept 1 with non-members paying $6 and members $5; the event takes place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays—tickets are given on a first-come, first-served basis. 10 News
- ➤ On Monday, the Knoxville-Oak Ridge Central Labor Council held its annual Labor Day picnic at Melton Lake for union members and families — where leaders honored past labor victories and stressed that the fight continues to keep TVA public and secure better working conditions amid federal contract challenges. 6 News
- ➤ Hundreds of demonstrators gathered on Henley Bridge on September 1 for the 'Workers over Billionaires' protest—participants in costumed characters addressed passing vehicles to call attention to economic inequality. Knoxville News Sentinel
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Oak Ridge man has been charged with attempted murder and faces hit and run charges after a woman was hospitalized at 1:15 a.m. on Monday, authorities said. 10 News
- ➤ Knoxville police investigated a shooting on the 2800 block of East Magnolia Avenue when a woman walking in an alley behind 2813 E. Magnolia Avenue was shot and suffered minor injuries+ the investigation continues as officials work to determine how the incident happened. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The daughter of Deputy Jason Scott said she will join law enforcement just like her dad, who was shot nearly 20 years ago in Loudon County—11 days before she was born. 10 News
- ➤ The Knoxville City Council will meet today to consider selling 13 acres of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth Foundation—this proposal follows a long debate on the park's future. Local officials are set to discuss the decision, which may change public use of the area. 10 News
- ➤ Gov. Bill Lee said his administration preserved 14 state parks and will buy more land to build new parks. He said that protecting natural spots such as the Duck River—North America's most full of life river—is key for Tennessee's future. 6 News
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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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Violet Maynard Family Concert
5-11 p.m. — Sevierville Community Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening of heartfelt music from the award-winning duo, Violet and Joshua Maynard.
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