Event Brief
Knoxville braces for busy weekend with UT, concert
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Aug 22, 2026 at 12:00 AM ET
Summary: Knoxville-area plans for a busy weekend as the University of Tennessee completes its first week back to school. Cody Johnson is set to perform at Thompson-Boling, while roadwork continues on James White. Residents are likely to see increased traffic and activity around campus and the venue.
WHO: University of Tennessee; Cody Johnson; concert attendees; drivers affected by James White roadwork
WHAT: UT’s first week back to school concludes, a sold-out Cody Johnson concert is scheduled at Thompson-Boling, and construction continues on James White.
WHEN: Aug 21, 2026 at 11:41 PM ET
WHERE: Thompson-Boling Arena; James White Parkway; University of Tennessee (Knoxville)
WHY: Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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