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Good morning, Knoxville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • East Tennessee, including Gatlinburg and Knoxville, is planning celebrations for New Year's Eve.  10 News
  • Liberty Place in Knoxville provides 32 fully furnished supportive housing units for veterans, funded through various sources including federal and city funds, aiming to address homelessness among local veterans.  Knoxville News Sentinel
  • The Brave Hearts support group offers a gathering for widows on every third Thursday of the month at the Powell Branch Public Library in Knoxville.  10 News
  • Coach Dave Moore spreads holiday cheer and cancer awareness with his National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation-inspired green station wagon, envisioning a future where his kids continue the tradition.  10 News

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A man and a woman died in an early morning car crash on Clinton Highway in Knoxville, causing the closure of both directions for several hours.  WVLT 8
  • The Knoxville Police Department reported that during the Christmas holiday, there were no fatalities among the 11 crashes they responded to, attributing success in part to their heavy traffic enforcement.  10 News
  • A pedestrian was critically injured after being involved in a crash with a Brinks truck on North Broadway in Knoxville.  WVLT 8

CRIME NEWS

  • The FBI has disclosed case files on Mark Reno, who attacked a Planned Parenthood in Knoxville in 2021, and was arrested in 2022 after attacking a federal building.  10 News

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Knox County offers free Christmas tree recycling throughout January at various locations, with an option for curbside pickup for city residents.  WVLT 8

EVENTS

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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.

    Sat, 12/28/24

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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.

    Sun, 12/29/24

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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.

    Fri, 1/10/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/11/25

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  • Dylan Walshe Live Performance

    Dylan Walshe will perform live at Open Chord Music in Knoxville.

    Sun, 1/12/25

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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.

    Wed, 1/15/25

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  • Macartney Reinhardt Live Performance

    Macartney Reinhardt will perform live at WDVX, showcasing their musical talent in Knoxville.

    Thu, 1/16/25

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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.

    Fri, 1/17/25

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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.

    Sat, 1/18/25

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  • Onyx Storm Midnight Release Celebration

    Experience an enchanting night of mystery and adventure at the Onyx Storm Midnight Release, featuring puzzles, themed food, and costume contests.

    Mon, 1/20/25

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