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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 8th of November.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Holidays on Ice will return to Market Square in downtown Knoxville from Nov. 29 through Jan. 5, 2025, offering themed ice skating nights, discounts, and holiday festivities.  10 News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • Four motorcyclists, aged between 20 and 55, died in separate crashes in Knoxville over a two-week period, prompting police to call for increased road safety.  Knoxville News Sentinel

CRIME NEWS

  • KPD Chief Paul Noel discusses recent robberies near the University of Tennessee, incidents in Alabama, and security measures for upcoming elections.  10 News
  • Weston Stills was indicted on 13 child sex crime charges involving survivors from Ohio, Montana, and Knox County after a nine-month investigation by Knox County and Missoula Police Department.  10 News

ECONOMY NEWS

  • McGhee Tyson Airport initiates construction of a $185 million parking garage, anticipated to alleviate parking constraints by adding 3,500 spaces by early 2027, following the closure of a surface lot.  Knoxville News Sentinel

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • UT and Eastman aim to surpass last year's 44,950 pounds of recycled game day waste at Neyland Stadium to set a new record.  WVLT 8

HEALTH NEWS

  • A Knoxville nonprofit, Interfaith Health Center, received a $150,000 grant to improve healthcare access for veterans, focusing on those without government-sponsored insurance.  WVLT 8

SPORTS NEWS

  • Bob Kesling, known as the 'Voice of the Vols', will retire at the end of the Tennessee Basketball season.  10 News
  • The Tennessee Smokies baseball team has been renamed the Knoxville Smokies and introduced new uniforms as they prepare to move to a new stadium in Knoxville.  WVLT 8

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Disney on Ice: Into the Magic

    Experience the enchanting world of Disney as beloved characters take to the ice in a spectacular show that brings dreams to life.

    Sat, 11/9/24

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  • Disney on Ice: Into The Magic at Knoxville Civic Coliseum

    Experience the enchanting adventures of beloved Disney characters in 'Into The Magic', showcasing vibrant performances and magical storytelling on ice.

    Sun, 11/10/24

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  • Live Music Performance by Will Kruger at WDVX

    Experience a captivating live performance and interview with guitarist and singer/songwriter Will Kruger on the Knoxville Blue Plate Special Show.

    Mon, 11/11/24

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  • Knoxville Symphony Orchestra: Firebird

    Experience a captivating performance by the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra at the historic Tennessee Theatre.

    Thu, 11/14/24

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  • Experience Ramona and the Holy Smokes Live

    Experience the Honky Tonk vibes of Ramona and the Holy Smokes, a band from Charlottesville, Virginia, performing classic country music from the 1950s and 60s.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Creative Series: Paint with an American Kestrel Workshop

    Experience a unique painting workshop featuring Auggie the American Kestrel at Ijams Nature Center, guided by artist Hannah Doss.

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Stellar Comedy Night with Sal Vulcano

    Experience an evening of laughter with comedian Sal Vulcano, known for his antics on truTV's 'Impractical Jokers'.

    Sun, 11/17/24

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  • Justin Timberlake Live in Concert

    Experience an unforgettable evening with Justin Timberlake at the Food City Center in Knoxville.

    Tue, 11/19/24

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  • Stop Light Observations Concert

    Experience an evening of live music with the popular band Stop Light Observations at Open Chord Music in Knoxville.

    Thu, 11/21/24

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  • Civil Strife & Peace Pursuers Live Performance at Corner Lounge

    Experience local Knoxville bands Civil Strife and Peace Pursuers performing live at Corner Lounge for an exciting night of music.

    Fri, 11/22/24

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