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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 22nd of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Boyd family in Knoxville donates $3.5 million to aid in the Helene recovery efforts, showcasing their philanthropic spirit.  10 News

CRIME NEWS

  • The daughter of Lester and Carol Dotts, murdered in 1995, continues her effort to ensure their killer remains imprisoned ahead of his third parole hearing.  6 News
  • Over 500 commercial explosives and nearly 200 blasting caps were safely neutralized by Knoxville's Bomb Squad after being discovered at CMC Recycling.  6 News

CULTURE NEWS

  • Jelly Roll is set to perform in Knoxville at the Food City Center on October 25, during his 'Beautifully Broken Tour' alongside openers Warren Zeiders and Alexandra Kay.  10 News

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Early voting for the 2024 general election in East Tennessee begins on Oct. 16 and ends on Oct. 31, with various locations across counties offering extended and weekend hours.  10 News
  • WBIR anchor Robin Wilhoit discusses with Knox County Mayor Glenn Jacobs the county's response to Hurricane Helene, the importance of early voting, and the upcoming elections.  10 News
  • Early voting in Tennessee shows a diverse turnout with 182,208 voters in East Tennessee's 27 counties, marking a slight increase from past elections, with early voting available until Oct. 31 before the November 5 Presidential election.  6 News

HEALTH NEWS

  • Ben Harrington, CEO of the Mental Health Association of East Tennessee, emphasizes the complex challenges of treating chronic illnesses when co-occurring with depression, highlighting the need for comprehensive care.  10 News

SPORTS NEWS

  • The Vols rank No. 7 in the AP Poll and face a $100,000 fine after defeating Alabama 24-17 and fans storming the field, with their next game against Kentucky scheduled for Nov. 2.  WVLT 8

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Wed, 10/23/24

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  • Locals Only Concert in Knoxville

    Experience a lively concert featuring local talent at the Bijou Theatre, showcasing the vibrant music scene of Knoxville.

    Thu, 10/24/24

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  • 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.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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  • 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.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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  • Adeem the Artist Concert

    Experience a captivating performance by Adeem the Artist at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville.

    Sun, 10/27/24

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  • Jesse McCartney Live Concert

    Experience an evening with Jesse McCartney, as the talented singer-songwriter performs his iconic hits at the Tennessee Theatre.

    Mon, 10/28/24

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  • 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.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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  • 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.

    Wed, 10/30/24

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  • 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.

    Thu, 10/31/24

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  • Live Music with Rossdafareye

    Experience an evening of live music by Rossdafareye at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus during their Harvest Festival.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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