Thursday, October 10th, 2024

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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 10th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Newfound Gap Road in the Great Smoky Mountains National Park reopens 24/7 with checkpoints to manage and turn around illegal commercial vehicles. 6 News
- ➤ The 'Tails on Trails: Hike to Save Pets' event in Knoxville aims to support pet owners with veterinary bills and honor deceased pets, featuring family-friendly hikes and benefiting Young-Williams Animal Center. WVLT 8
- ➤ Knoxville's 13th annual Pansy Project raises money for the Pat Summitt Foundation to support Alzheimer’s awareness, allowing residents to buy and plant orange and purple pansies as a tribute to those affected by the disease and to honor Pat Summitt's memory. 6 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Department of Health reports 16 deaths due to Hurricane Helene and resultant flooding in East Tennessee, with several people missing across multiple counties. Knoxville News Sentinel
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Knoxville man, Robert Scruggs, was indicted on 15 counts including first-degree murder for the May killings of two men downtown and is due in court with a $2 million bond. 10 News
- ➤ Knoxville police released video evidence from a September 28 shooting on Connecticut Avenue, seeking public assistance to identify the suspect. WVLT 8
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is providing grants to help manage human-bear conflicts through bear-resistant garbage containers. 10 News
- ➤ Goodwill encourages using second-hand costumes for Halloween to save money and reduce environmental waste, countering the annual disposal of 35 million costumes. WVLT 8
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Shrimp Dock in Bearden is serving gator meat in anticipation of the Tennessee vs. Florida football game. 10 News
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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
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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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The Powell Brothers Live at the University of Tennessee
Experience a live performance by The Powell Brothers in Knoxville, a unique opportunity for music fans to enjoy their vibrant sound.
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Megan Palmer Performance at Foundry On The Fair Site
Experience a captivating keynote performance and concert by Ohio-born artist Megan Palmer, known for her poignant songwriting and violin skill.
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