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Tuesday, December 24th, 2024
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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Knoxville's 'Holidays on Ice' skating rink offers extended hours from Dec. 23, 2024, to Jan. 5, 2025, with varied hours and special pricing for adults and children. 10 News
- ➤ Mariah Walker, a Tennessee TikTok influencer and founder of Operation Joy, increased her Christmas gift initiative from 1,500 to 10,000 gifts for children in Appalachian regions affect by Hurricane Helene. Knoxville News Sentinel
- ➤ City of Knoxville offices, including waste services and the Knoxville Area Transit, will adjust schedules for the Christmas and New Year holidays. WVLT 8
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Knoxville Fire Department quickly controlled a house fire with no injuries reported, and the cause is under investigation. WVLT 8
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An Iranian officer is charged by the U.S. for orchestrating the murder of a Tennessee man in Iraq, allegedly in retaliation for the 2020 U.S. killing of Qasim Soleimani. WVLT 8
- ➤ Knoxville Police request public assistance in identifying a car responsible for landscape damage at Lakeshore Park on Dec. 19. WVLT 8
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study highlights that people are 50% more likely to die in a house fire during the holidays, with Alaska, North Dakota, Wyoming, Tennessee, and Nebraska having the highest fatalities per 1,000 residential fires. 6 News
- ➤ Food City agrees to an $8 million settlement with the federal government over allegations related to the dispensing of medically unnecessary opioids. WVLT 8
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Tennessee's defeat against Ohio State marks the end of fifth-year senior Cooper Mays' college football career, highlighting his emotional farewell and pride in the team's achievements. 10 News
TRAVEL NEWS
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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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Jazz Brunch with Ayca Yayman at Barrelhouse by Gypsy Circus
Enjoy a lively jazz brunch featuring genre-blending vocalist Ayca Yayman, known for her powerful performances of jazz standards and classic rock covers.
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Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back In Concert
Experience John Williams' iconic score live as the classic film 'Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back' is projected on screen during a concert conducted by Aram Demirjian.
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I Just Want to Be A Unicorn Half Marathon and 5K
This annual half marathon and 5K event features a scenic route along the riverfront greenways in Knoxville, TN.
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Dylan Walshe Live Performance
Dylan Walshe will perform live at Open Chord Music in Knoxville.
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Yinyasa Yoga Class
Yinyasa is a yoga event focusing on mindful movement and relaxation held at The Glowing Body Yoga & Healing Arts.
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Macartney Reinhardt Live Performance
Macartney Reinhardt will perform live at WDVX, showcasing their musical talent in Knoxville.
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Mahler's Symphony No. 5 Performance
The Knoxville Symphony will perform a program featuring Bach's Toccata and Fugue along with Mahler's intense Fifth Symphony.
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BrickUniverse Lego Fan Expo in Knoxville
The BrickUniverse Lego Fan Expo showcases impressive LEGO creations by artists and provides interactive experiences for fans of all ages.
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