Thursday, October 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville Area Transit introduces 'katpay', a new fare payment system offering mobile and card payment options with fare capping for cost savings. 6 News
- ➤ Bernard Avenue/Elm Street in Knoxville will be closed until late 2025 for I-275 bridge replacement, with traffic detoured through alternate routes. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ The Knoxville chapter of 100 Women Who Care has donated more than $410,000 to various causes since 2016. 10 News
- ➤ A Knoxville woman, after overcoming her own struggles with addiction, opens a recovery house to support other women on their journey to recovery, with move-in starting November 1. 10 News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 53-year-old motorcyclist died following a collision with a sedan on Middlebrook Pike in Knoxville, with the sedan driver sustaining non-life-threatening injuries. 10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A lawsuit alleges Impact Plastics ignored a flash flood warning, leading to the death of five employees, with investigations underway by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation and Tennessee Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Knoxville News Sentinel
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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.
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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.
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Appalachian Life in Literature: A Public Conversation on Place-Based Writing
You’re invited to an extraordinary evening of literary exploration with celebrated authors David Brill, Monic Ductan, Maurice Manning, and Frank X Walker. These talented writers, each known for their diverse and captivating works exploring different aspects of Appalachia, will share stories and insights from their own experiences capturing the region’s beauty, culture, and challenges.
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Adeem the Artist Concert
Experience a captivating performance by Adeem the Artist at the Bijou Theatre in Knoxville.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Tennessee Volunteers vs. Kentucky Wildcats Football Game
Experience the thrilling matchup between the high-scoring Tennessee Volunteers and the defensive Kentucky Wildcats at Neyland Stadium.
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David LaMotte Live at First Presbyterian Church
Experience an uplifting musical performance by David LaMotte at the historic First Presbyterian Church in Knoxville.
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