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Friday, September 5th, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Fender's Farm in Jonesborough reopened for its fall season after closing last fall due to Hurricane Helene flooding—local volunteers helped restore the cornfield maze and barns so the farm can welcome visitors. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ The City of Knoxville is offering grants up to $5,000 through its On My Block Community Investment program to help residents and community groups host free neighborhood events that build trust and aim to reduce violence. Applications open on Sept. 8th and will be accepted on a rolling basis through March 9, 2026—priority goes to events in communities hit by violence. 6 News
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Oklo, a nuclear fuel recycling business, announced a $1.7 billion investment—set to create 800 jobs—in Oak Ridge on September 4. Knoxville News Sentinel
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Joseph McDorman, 37 from Portland, is charged with harassment and recklessly threatening violence after he called the University of Tennessee Veterinary Medical Center on August 7 while seeking care for his pet spider monkey, saying he would blow up and burn the hospital if his monkey died, and he is scheduled to appear in court on September 15. 6 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Severe storms left thousands without power in East Tennessee on Thursday, and Knoxville Utilities Board crews worked to restore service while customers were advised to stay away from downed power lines — more than 6,000 remained without power as of 4:15 p.m. 6 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Knoxville will hold a community meeting on Sept. 25 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Dr. E.V. Davidson Community Center to review its plan to sell 13 acres of Chilhowee Park to the Emerald Youth Foundation for a community complex. Critics worry the move may force the Tennessee Valley Fair to shift from its longtime home in the park’s Jacob Building—adding to local debate. WVLT 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Neyland Stadium's south concourse is expanded with a new student section, larger bathrooms, and new vendors—Tennessee Athletics announced Thursday that these upgrades will ease crowd congestion and improve entry and exit for fans. Tennessee football will play East Tennessee State University Saturday at 3:30 p.m. 10 News
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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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Jessie Murph Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Tennessee Valley Fair — Tickets from $120 —Catch Jessie Murph live at the Tennessee Valley Fair for an unforgettable night of music.
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John Mark McMillan Concert
7-8:30 p.m. — Open Chord Stage — Ticket info not provided — Experience an evening of live music with acclaimed artist John Mark McMillan.
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Sense and Sensibility
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Clarence Brown Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the charm of Jane Austen's classic in a live performance.
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