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In today's newsletter:

  • Knoxville youth coach back in jail after bond violation ruling
  • Where should you eat tonight in your part of Knoxville?
  • What Henderson's veto means for South Knox County housing incentives

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Today's riddle: Why did the burglar wear blue gloves? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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  • Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 91 and low of 66 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Thursday: A t-storm around in the p.m., temps: high: 89, low: 71.
  • Friday: Humid with a thunderstorm, with a high of 87 and low of 69 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Knoxville Youth Sports Coach Accused Of Sexual Battery Has Bond Temporarily Revoked After GPS Violation (tennesseeconservativenews.com) — A former Knoxville youth sports coach accused of aggravated sexual battery against children has had his bond temporarily revoked after allegedly violating GPS monitoring rules by returning to his West Knoxville home near an alleged victim. Following a Knoxville Police investigation and indictment, he is back in jail for two weeks as his case proceeds toward a June 2027 trial, with another court hearing scheduled today.
   

2. Restaurants Near Me: Where to Eat in Knoxville, TN (visitknoxville.com) — If you're hungry in Knoxville, this guide breaks down casual, no-reservation restaurant options in every part of town, from North and South Knoxville to downtown and Farragut. It highlights neighborhood favorites, styles of food, and nearby attractions so you can quickly match your craving with a convenient spot today or on your next outing.
   

3. Knox County Mayor Betsy Henderson vetoes tax break for new townhouses (knoxnews.com) — Knox County Mayor Betsy Henderson has vetoed a tax break for a proposed townhouse development in South Knox County, arguing taxpayer dollars shouldn't subsidize what she calls luxury housing. The decision, which contrasts with former Mayor Glenn Jacobs' support, leaves commissioners to decide whether to attempt an override, shaping how future growth and housing incentives around Knoxville will be handled.
   

4. Knoxville Chinese buffet earns rare perfect score from Mullet Review (knoxnews.com) — A TikTok food reviewer known as Mullet Review recently toured several Knoxville-area Chinese buffets, ultimately giving Grand Buffet on Clinton Highway a rare five-star rating. His visit spotlighted local spots like Osaka Hibachi & Sushi Buffet and drew national attention to Knoxville's buffet scene, potentially influencing where locals and visitors decide to eat next.
   

5. TN Gas Prices Rise 13 Cents (aaa.com) — Drivers in Knoxville are now paying about $3.73 per gallon for regular gas, as Tennessee prices hit record highs for Labor Day and remain volatile. AAA says strong travel demand and high crude oil costs are keeping prices elevated, so Knoxville residents should be prepared for continued fluctuations at the pump in the coming weeks.
   

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