Monday, October 21st, 2024

Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Knoxville.
Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Canadian woman was arrested in Tennessee for allegedly swindling $60,000 from grandparents through a bail money scam. 6 News
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Smoky's Cigars experienced nearly record-breaking sales prior to the Tennessee vs. Alabama football game. 10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the first two days of early voting in Knox County, nearly 28,000 ballots were cast, surpassing previous years' participation, with Downtown West seeing the highest turnout. 10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Over 100 individuals joined the East Tennessee Kidney Walk at Zoo Knoxville to support chronic kidney disease awareness and education, highlighting the disease's prevalence and the National Kidney Foundation's role in providing education, support, and free kidney health screenings. WVLT 8
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Matt Ryerson, CEO of the United Way of Greater Knoxville, completes a double crossing of the Grand Canyon in one day, underscoring the value of personal challenges. 10 News
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR We never have to worry about dead batteries and missed calls thanks to this portable power bank that can charge up to five devices at once. The Buy
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Knoxville.
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The University of Tennessee was fined $100,000 by the Southeastern Conference for a field-storming incident after defeating Alabama, marking the school's first offense under the SEC's new safety policy. WVLT 8
- ➤ The University of Tennessee celebrated a close victory over Alabama 24-17 in football, featuring appearances from notable alumni including NFL players and a retired WNBA legend, energizing the home crowd. 10 News
-
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.
-
Locals Only Concert in Knoxville
Experience a lively concert featuring local talent at the Bijou Theatre, showcasing the vibrant music scene of Knoxville.
-
Knoxville Ice Bears vs Quad City Storm: Exciting Hockey Matchup
Experience the thrill of live hockey as the Knoxville Ice Bears take on the Quad City Storm at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium.
-
Henry Cho Stand-Up Comedy Show at Bijou Theatre
Experience the hilarious stand-up comedy of Henry Cho, a renowned performer and the first Asian-American member of the Grand Ole Opry, on his nationwide tour.
-
Adeem the Artist Concert
Experience a captivating performance by Adeem the Artist at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville.
-
Jesse McCartney Live Concert
Experience an evening with Jesse McCartney, as the talented singer-songwriter performs his iconic hits at the Tennessee Theatre.
-
Range Life Concert at Open Chord Music Shop
Experience an evening of live music at the Open Chord Music Shop, a popular local venue in Knoxville.
-
Dylan Gossett Live at The Mill & Mine
Experience the musical talents of 25-year-old singer-songwriter Dylan Gossett from Austin, TX at The Mill & Mine.
-
Tennessee Lady Vols Face Off Against Carson-Newman Eagles
Experience an exciting women's basketball matchup between the Tennessee Lady Volunteers and the Carson-Newman Eagles at the Food City Center in Knoxville.
-
Live Music with Rossdafareye
Experience an evening of live music by Rossdafareye at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus during their Harvest Festival.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

Stay Connected Anywhere with This Powerful Portable Charger
Never worry about dead batteries or missed calls again. This high-capacity, portable power bank is a game-changer for anyone who relies on their devices throughout the day. With the ability to charge up to five devices at once, it’s perfect for families, professionals, and travelers alike.
Its compact design makes it easy to carry, while its powerful output ensures your phone, tablet, earbuds, and more stay fully charged no matter where you are. Say goodbye to low-battery anxiety and hello to uninterrupted productivity.
Whether you’re commuting, on vacation, or working remotely, this charger is your ultimate power solution. Stay connected, stay powered, and never miss a moment.
Supporting our sponsors is one of the best ways to support Daily Knoxville.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is the product of daily habits—not once-in-a-lifetime transformations.
~ James Clear
About Daily Knoxville
Welcome to the Daily Knoxville, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Knoxville, Tennessee community. If you like the Daily Knoxville, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Knoxville.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Knoxville and across Tennessee. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Daily Knoxville
A free Knoxville community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.

© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://dailyknoxville.com/sitemap