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