Wednesday, September 18th, 2024

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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The University of Tennessee anticipates 80,000 attendees for each of Morgan Wallen's two concerts, collaborating with local agencies for traffic management and safety. 10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The widow of Knox County deputy Tucker Blakely is suing the wife of the man who killed him, claiming negligence for allowing access to guns. 6 News
- ➤ A Knoxville teen is in critical condition after being shot multiple times in a targeted shooting at the Addison on Sutherland apartment complex. WVLT 8
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Tennessee introduces a minimum 10% 'talent fee' on 2025 football season tickets to fund payments to student-athletes. 6 News
- ➤ Friends of Literacy is addressing the growing issue of adult illiteracy in the U.S., where up to half of adults struggle with reading at an eighth-grade level. 10 News
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee Vols' football team ascended to No. 6 in the AP Top 25 Poll following a 71-0 victory over Kent State, marking a significant improvement from their previous unranked status. 10 News
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Cat Power Live at Bijou Theatre
Experience Cat Power as she showcases her new studio album, SUN, in an intimate live setting.
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KAYKO Live at Open Chord Music
Experience an evening of live music with KAYKO at the Open Chord Music Shop in Knoxville.
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Virginia Sweet Live at Brickyard Bar & Grill
Experience the lively sounds of Virginia Sweet, an up-and-coming southern rock band drawing inspiration from classic rock legends.
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Keb' Mo' & Shawn Colvin featuring Paul Kelly at Tennessee Theatre
Experience an evening of extraordinary music featuring Keb' Mo', Shawn Colvin, and special guest Paul Kelly, showcasing mesmerizing guitar playing and captivating vocals.
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Intro to Hip-Hop Dance Class with Wesleigh
Experience the rhythm and moves of hip-hop in this beginner-friendly dance class tailored for adults.
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Slaughter Beach Dog Live Performance
Experience the ambient compositions of Nashville musician Michael Ruth at the Bijou Theatre.
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Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Concert
Experience a delightful live performance by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra at the Elks Lodge in West Knoxville.
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Rusty Steel: A Musical Journey from Bluegrass to Bigger Stages
Experience the musical evolution of Rusty Steel, who transitioned from playing in a bluegrass band to captivating audiences of thousands.
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Live Music with Lamont Landers
Experience the soulful sounds of Lamont Landers, a talented musician who brings the essence of Southern music to Barley's Taproom in Knoxville.
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Alicia Harvey Live at Suttree's High Gravity Tavern
Experience an evening of live music with Alicia Harvey at Suttree's High Gravity Tavern in Knoxville.
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