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Silver Alert for 81-year-old Last Seen Near Western Avenue
Issue #060
In this Knoxville Insider Issue…
🌤️ Knoxville Weather - Mostly Clear with a High of 52
📰 Silver Alert for 81-year-old Last Seen Near Western Avenue
📰 Harsher Penalties for Distracted Driving Starting January 1st
📰 New Year’s Eve Celebrations
💰NEW - Local Deals section - Know of some local deals? Send us the Details!
📣 Event Spotlight: Local Author Audra McElyea Book Reading of her latest thriller "If You See Me"
📅 Upcoming Events (1 new event added today)
🗓️ Know of Events Not Listed? Send us the Details!
💡 We Want to Spotlight Your Business!
Today’s issue is Sponsored by Zoom Room Dog Training!
New Events Added for January! Check them out in our Events section! Know of an event not listed? Let us know about it!
Silver Alert for 81-year-old Last Seen Near Western Avenue
A silver alert has been issued for 81-year-old David Santi, who went missing near Western Avenue. Last seen at his home in the 3400 block of Maple Grove Way, Santi is described as 5'11", weighing 195 pounds, with grey hair and green eyes. He was wearing khaki pants, a navy blue jacket, and brown loafers. He was driving a silver 2013 Honda CRV with Tennessee tag BDK 7000.
Santi has a medical condition that might impair his ability to return safely without assistance. Authorities urge anyone with information about his whereabouts to contact the Knoxville Police at (865) 215-4010, or the TBI at 1-800-TBI-FIND.
Harsher Penalties for Distracted Driving Starting January 1st
A new Tennessee law, effective January 1st, aims to reduce distracted driving by intensifying penalties. Known as the "Eddie Conrad Act," named after a man killed by a distracted driver, it increases the points added to a driver's record for texting or phone use while driving.
The law is particularly stringent on drivers under 18, who could face license suspension. This initiative is part a broader Vision Zero Action Plan, which targets zero traffic deaths and serious injuries by 2040 through various strategies including enforcement, education, and engineering improvements.
New Year’s Eve Celebrations
If you are thinking about going out to celebrate New Year’s Eve, here are a few local options:
Event Spotlight
Join us for an unforgettable evening with Audra McElyea (a local author) as she brings her latest thriller "If You See Me" to life at Addison's Bookstore! This exclusive event, set for January 5th from 6pm - 8pm, is a must-attend for book lovers and aspiring authors alike. For just $25, secure your ticket for a signed paperback, or bring your own copy to be autographed!
This isn't just any book launch – it's a live reading featuring the talented voices of Bailey Carr and Amanda Stribling, renowned audiobook narrators and Knoxville natives. Fresh from the bustling scenes of NYC and Nashville, they're here to give you a taste of the story in a way only they can.
Don't miss the chance to meet the creative minds behind the voice-overs that bring your favorite characters to life. Their emotive storytelling and engaging narrations promise to elevate your reading experience, providing an immersive look into the suspenseful world of "If You See Me".
So, mark your calendars and grab your tickets through Eventbrite. Be part of a literary night to remember – where words transcend the pages and the voices of homegrown talent fill the room with magic and mystery. See you there! More Info
Discounts, Specials & More
Know of some local deals? Let us know! [email protected]
Yoga with Shelby at Belle Wellness: $20 classes in January More Info
Upcoming Events
A star (*) = New Event Added Today
Have an event to add? Let us know! [email protected]
December/January Multi-Date Events:
January Events:
Health & Wellness:
New Year, ReNewed You Flow: Monday, January 1st from 12pm - 1:15pm at Warrier Heart USA, 297 Oak Ridge Turnpike Suite 400. Cost: $20 or valid membership. More Info
Yoga Foundations: Mondays - January 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th at 5:30pm (More Info) and 6:30pm (More Info) at Warrier Heart USA, 297 Oak Ridge Turnpike Suite 400. Cost: $50 for the series.
Farragut Health & Wellness Expo: Saturday, January 13th, from 10am - 3pm More Info
Theater Shows:
Wicked: The Broadway sensation, looks at what happened in the Land of Oz…but from a different angle, Tennessee Theatre. January 10th-21st. More Info
Music:
The Fine Colombians: A Tribute to Steely Dan, Performing ‘AJA’, Bijou Theatre, Saturday, January 6th at 8pm, Cost: Starting at $27, More Info
“From Here to Memphis” - Ray Beltran & BlueMax and Kelle Jolly: Come show your support for our area’s best Blues performers on Friday, January 12th at 6:30pm (doors open at 5:30pm) as they go on to Memphis to challenge an international field of emerging Blues talent. More Info
Back in Black: The ultimate AD/DC Experience, Saturday, January 13th, Cost: Starting at $25, More Info
MLK Celebration Concert: Bijou Theatre, Sunday, January 14th, Knoxville Symphony Orchestra, Cost: Free, More Info
* Stacy Mitchhart Band: at "Friday Night Live! January 19th at 6:30pm - Doors open at 5:30pm, all ages welcome. More Info/Cost
The Heavenly Life: Mahler Symphony No. 4: The Knoxville Symphony Youth Orchestra takes center stage January 25th-26th to celebrate its 50th anniversary with three stellar works by Jesse Montgomery, Engelbert Humperdinck, and Georges Bizet, Tennessee Theatre. More Info
Raye Zaragoza with Aysanabee: Raye Zaragoza, a Los Angeles-based singer-songwriter makes political folk music informed by her heritage takes the stage on Tuesday, January 30th, Tennessee Theatre More Info
Comedy:
Ron White: Saturday, January 27th, Tennessee Theatre. More Info
Business-to-Business Networking:
New Year's Networking: Wednesday, January 10th from 4pm - 6pm at Warrier Heart USA, 297 Oak Ridge Turnpike Suite 400. Co-hosted by TradeBank with Warrior Heart USA. RSVP to [email protected].
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