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Tuesday, October 8th, 2024

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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Tennessee Athletics launches a fundraising campaign with 'Mountain Strong' merchandise to support East Tennessee flood victims, with all proceeds going to charity.  10 News
  • Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs, Mission of Hope, and Knoxville Wholesale Furniture organized a successful donation drive for victims of flooding from Tropical Storm Helene, collecting essential items and a significant monetary donation.  WVLT 8
  • Zoo Knoxville is hosting 'Boo! at the Zoo' for 12 nights in October, offering a family-friendly Halloween event with trick-or-treating and admission starting at $15.  10 News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Clinton Highway is shut in both directions from Mehaffey Road to Lonesome Dove Road because of downed power lines, with cleanup underway.  10 News

CRIME NEWS

  • A 42-year-old man in Knox County has been convicted of DUI and related charges following a 2022 crash, receiving a sentence that includes 60 days in custody and state probation.  6 News
  • The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation reported that a deputy shot and killed Bryan Testerman Jr. in West Knox County.  10 News

SPORTS NEWS

  • Tennessee's game against Alabama at Neyland Stadium is scheduled for 3:30 p.m. on Oct. 19.  WVLT 8

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Oktoberfest Inspirations: A Musical Autumn Evening

    Experience a captivating autumn concert featuring Saint-Saens’ 'Danse Macabre' and Dvorak’s lyrical Piano Quintet No. 2 at the Knoxville Museum of Art.

    Wed, 10/9/24

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  • Air Supply Live at Knoxville Civic Auditorium

    Experience the enchanting music of Air Supply, featuring Russell Hitchcock’s soaring tenor and Graham Russell’s beautiful melodies at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium.

    Thu, 10/10/24

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  • Chonda Pierce Live at Knoxville Civic Auditorium

    Experience an engaging evening with comedian Chonda Pierce, featuring VIP options for early entry and a Q&A session.

    Fri, 10/11/24

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  • Taylor Swift Laser Dance Party with DJ Swiftie

    Experience an electrifying night filled with Taylor Swift's greatest hits amidst dazzling lasers and lights at the TayTay Dance Party.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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  • ETCC 54th Annual Car Show

    Experience a showcase of Corvettes at the ETCC's 54th Annual Car Show held at Reeder Chevrolet.

    Sun, 10/13/24

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  • Charlotte Morris Live at Barley's Taproom

    Experience a live musical performance by Charlotte Morris at Barley's Taproom and Pizzeria in Knoxville.

    Mon, 10/14/24

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  • John Pizzarelli Live Performance

    Experience a live jazz performance by renowned guitarist and vocalist John Pizzarelli at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville.

    Tue, 10/15/24

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  • Jim Messina Live in Concert

    Experience an evening with Jim Messina, the musical genius with a legacy spanning five decades and multiple supergroups.

    Wed, 10/16/24

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  • Keller Williams Live at Bijou Theatre

    Experience an engaging live performance by renowned musician Keller Williams at the Bijou Theatre.

    Thu, 10/17/24

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  • Knoxville Symphony Orchestra Presents Masterworks

    Experience a captivating evening featuring the passionate melodies of Coleridge-Taylor's Ballade for Orchestra and the intense grandeur of Brahms' Third Symphony.

    Fri, 10/18/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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