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Friday, December 13th, 2024
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Meals on Wheels encourages donations of gift bags for East Tennessee seniors to receive on Christmas, alongside a holiday meal. WVLT 8
- ➤ Downtown Knoxville sees extensive growth with the nearing completion of the $114-million Covenant Health Park, sparking new developments and exciting business owners and locals. 6 News
- ➤ A Knoxville martial arts gym is supporting a couple expecting twins by raising funds and collecting donations after their home was destroyed in a fire. 10 News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Over a decade after being reported missing, a man is charged with the murder of Sharon Leinart in Knoxville, though her body remains unfound. 6 News
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Nativity Pageant of Knoxville will be presented at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium from December 14 to December 16. 10 News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service proposed Endangered Species Act protections for eastern hellbender salamanders across states from New York to Georgia, alongside designating critical habitats for endangered mussels. 10 News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Knox County's sections of Interstate 40 rank among Tennessee's most trafficked, spotlighting both the area's growth and the challenges of funding future roadway improvements. 10 News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ American Medical Response (AMR) in Knox County was fined over $92,000 for being late to 281 high-priority calls in October, attributing delays to large-scale emergencies. WVLT 8
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Commencement Ceremony for the Knoxville Physician Assistant Program
The Lincoln Memorial University-School of Medical Sciences will conduct the Commencement Exercises for its Knoxville Physician Assistant Program at the Knoxville Convention Center.
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Jazz Brunch Featuring Ayca Yayman at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus
Experience a captivating jazz brunch performance by vocalist Ayca Yayman, blending genres from jazz standards to classic rock covers.
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Cozy Winter Pajama Storytime
A cozy storytime event for children featuring pajama-themed reading activities at the Karns Branch Library.
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Jim Brickman Concert
Experience an enchanting evening of music and storytelling as Jim Brickman performs timeless holiday classics.
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Mike Farris Concert in Knoxville
Grammy-winning artist Mike Farris presents his celebrated holiday show 'Mike Farris Sings! The Soul of Christmas!' at the Bijou Theatre.
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A Christmas Carol in Knoxville
This classic theatrical production features characters in peril and is suitable for audiences, excluding children under 4 years old.
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A Christmas Carol in Knoxville
Experience Knoxville's beloved tradition of 'A Christmas Carol', a timeless story of hope and redemption, held at the Clarence Brown Theatre.
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Cider Jazz Brunch Featuring Ayca Yayman and David
Enjoy a jazzy brunch experience featuring a range of musical styles performed by vocalist Ayca Yayman, known for her expressive and powerful singing.
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Fayetteville Marksmen vs. Knoxville Ice Bears
The Fayetteville Marksmen will compete against the Knoxville Ice Bears at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium and Coliseum.
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MeanStreek: Early New Year's Eve Celebration
Enjoy a night of classic rock music featuring hits from the 70s, 80s, and 90s performed by the band MeanStreek at Wild Boar Tavern.
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