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Wednesday, October 1st, 2025
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 1st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Monday evening, Oak Ridge community members gathered in Scarboro to discuss ways to improve safety after a block party in May led to nine people shot and one stabbed—police noted a 58% drop in calls and council members said meetings will continue on the first Monday of each month. 10 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Knox News photographers shared a collection of their best photos from September that shows local sports games, community events, and memorials in Knoxville. The series features images from UT football games, high school sports, and civic celebrations capturing the spirit of the month. Knoxville News Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville College, the state's only HBCU known for hosting leaders like MLK, was founded 150 years ago and its future is cloudy—its new president resigned in July. Supporters and graduates are rallying to secure fresh leadership as the school works to continue its role in civil rights activism. Knoxville News Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville City Council Member Debbie Helsley will propose delaying Tuesday's vote on selling parts of Chilhowee Park to Emerald Youth Foundation, arguing that recent changes have left residents little time for review—resulting in a motion to push the vote to November 25. This move comes after weeks of debate and public pushback on the process. WVLT 8
- ➤ UT-Battelle agreed to pay over $2.8 million to employees after the EEOC found the company had not provided religious accommodations for COVID-19 vaccine requirements at Oak Ridge National Laboratory — its managing contractor. The settlement includes back pay, compensatory damages, and HR training for processing accommodation requests. 6 News
- ➤ East Tennesseans may face longer lines at McGhee Tyson Airport—one of the busiest this fall—and possible closures of visitor centers at the Great Smoky Mountains National Park if Congress fails to agree on federal funding by Sept.30, which could delay travel and disrupt UT research. Federal workers and contractors may miss pay while essential services continue operating—officials emphasize uncertainty of shutdown impacts. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ Karns Fire Department has installed a Safe Haven Baby Box that lets parents legally surrender their newborns safely—officials say it offers a secure option for parents in crisis. 10 News
- ➤ Knoxville Police Department and other agencies will hold a full-scale emergency drill for a simulated chemical incident at Dow Chemical on Dale Avenue tomorrow. The drill will test the readiness of fire, medical and emergency teams—there is no real danger. 6 News
- ➤ On Monday, the Knoxville-Knox County Office of Housing Stability unveiled a three-year plan to reduce homelessness with goals to boost shelter diversion by 150%, cut unsheltered homelessness by 15%, and shorten the duration of homelessness by 60 days. The plan was developed with community input at public listening sessions and introduced a new 17-member board of directors including local leaders such as Knoxville’s chief of police—mandating a coordinated effort to support those in need. 6 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Zoo Knoxville's Mwelu the chimp underwent historic surgery on Sept. 19 to remove a spinal tumor—veterinarians from the University of Tennessee College of Veterinary Medicine led the procedure, marking a first for the zoo. Knoxville News Sentinel
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ City officials and community leaders celebrated the completion of phase three at First Creek at Austin on Tuesday morning when 161 new affordable apartments opened at 1222 Austin Homes Boulevard, bringing the total to 450 and setting aside 50 units for seniors. Ben Bentley from Knoxville Community Development Corporation said the project is designed for all income levels—supporting diverse housing options amid rising prices and a growing local population. 6 News
- ➤ A 17-unit townhome complex opened in North Knoxville at 1600 N. Central Street as part of a resurgence in the Happy Holler district—new developments and businesses are shaping the area. The one- and two-bedroom units are priced around $320,000 and about a third have already sold. 6 News
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ No. 15 Tennessee will return to Neyland Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 11 when it hosts Arkansas at 4:15 p.m. on the SEC Network—both teams coming off bye weeks—and Arkansas is playing its first game after head coach Sam Pittman was fired. 10 News
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Disney On Ice: Mickey's Search Party
10:30 a.m. — Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum — Ticket prices vary — Experience the magic of Disney as Mickey and friends embark on an adventurous search party on ice.
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Brickonomicon 2025
Oct 3-5 — Hilton Knoxville Airport — Registration required — Celebrate Lego building and pop culture fandoms with fellow enthusiasts.
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Jackyl Concert
7:30-10:30 p.m. — The Shed Smokehouse & Juke Joint — Check website for ticket prices — Rock out with Jackyl, blending hard rock, heavy metal, and Southern rock vibes.
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Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Bijou Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an evening filled with music from acclaimed songwriters Mary Chapin Carpenter and Brandy Clark.
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Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton Concert
7-9 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Tickets available — Experience a groundbreaking collaboration in blues music with Samantha Fish and Jesse Dayton's Death Wish Blues.
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An Acoustic Evening with Rick Springfield and Richard Marx
3:30-9:30 p.m. — Tennessee Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience an intimate evening filled with acoustic performances from two iconic singer-songwriters.
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Dexter and The Moonrocks Live Performance
8:00-9:30 p.m. — The Mill & Mine — Cost info not specified — Experience the unique Southern Alternative and red-dirt country fusion by Dexter and The Moonrocks.
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The Head And The Heart: Aperture Tour
7-10 p.m. — Tennessee Theatre — Tickets required — Experience the acclaimed Seattle band live after a whirlwind year of sold-out shows.
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Alexandra Kay Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — The Mill & Mine — $51+ — Experience an unforgettable night of live music in Knoxville with Alexandra Kay.
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Knoxville Jazz Orchestra: Satchmo Swings with Byron Stripling
8-9:30 p.m. — Bijou Theatre — Buy Tickets — Experience a heartfelt tribute to Louis Armstrong with electrifying performances from Byron Stripling and the KJO big band.
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