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May

Thursday, May 21st Pilot raising funds for American Stroke Month In recognition of American Stroke Month, Pilot is rallying support to raise critical funds for the American Heart Association’s stroke prevention and education programs. From now through May 21, guests can help make positive change and join the fight against stroke by rounding up their purchases during checkout at participating Pilot, Flying J and One9 Travel Center locations nationwide.
Friday, May 22nd The window for applying to serve on a Town of Farragut volunteer committee is now open. Adults are welcome to apply and civic-minded high school juniors and seniors can apply to serve as a youth representative. To learn more about both opportunities and submit an online application, visit townoffarragut.org/committees. The application deadline for youth and adults is 4 p.m. Friday, May 22. For more information, contact Allison Scott at ascott@townoffarragut.org or 865-966-7057.
Friday, May 22nd Community blood drive Pinnacle at Turkey Creek will host a community blood drive with Medic Regional Blood Drive on Friday, May 22, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., inviting community members to come together and help save lives through blood donation. The blood drive will take place at Pinnacle Turkey Creek in front of Condado Tacos located at 11383 Parkside Drive and is open to all eligible donors. Appointments are encouraged, though walk-ins may be accepted as space allows. Donors are encouraged to eat a healthy meal, stay hydrated, and bring a valid photo ID.
Saturday, May 30th Marble City Opera season Marble City Opera will present two mainstage productions and a free concert during its thirteenth season. Season tickets and single tickets are now on sale at MarbleCityOpera.com. The Summer Festival begins on May 30 with a one-woman opera called Josephine by Tom Cipullo inside Historic Grove Theater about the life of Josephine Baker told from her perspective, featuring soprano Manna K. Jones as Josephine. On June 6, Marble City Opera will host its annual Opera in the Park free concert at Lakeshore Park in Knoxville. The event features food trucks and a beautiful concert as a gift to the community. The season closes with two performances of The Tragedy of Carmen. The 90-minute adaptation of Bizet’s Carmen will be presented on June 18 and 20 at the Historic Grove Theatre in Oak Ridge. Featuring Kathryn Frady, Edward Brennan, Jacquie Reynolds, and Geoffrey Peterson. 
Sunday, May 31st RACHMANINOFF & FRIENDS Amadeus Concert Ensemble will present RACHMANINOFF & FRIENDS, its final free concert of the 2025-2026 Season, on Sunday, May 31, at 5:30 p.m. The performance, under the baton of ACE Artistic Director BRIAN SALESKY, is part of the Cathedral Concert Series at the Cathedral of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, 711 S. Northshore Drive. Free reservations may be made three weeks prior to the concert at www.shcathedral.org

June

Wednesday, Jun 3rd Intro to Farragut reunion On Wednesday, June 3, at 5:30 p.m., Town of Farragut will host a first-time reunion of all Intro to Farragut Program alumni at the Farragut Community Center, 237 Jamestowne Blvd. All classmates from 2013 to 2025 are welcome to join together for a fun evening. RSVP by Wednesday, May 27, to ascott@townoffarragut.org.
Saturday, Jun 6th Tennessee Valley Fair Kickoff to Summer The 4th Annual Tennessee Valley Fair Kickoff to Summer is happening June 6 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Chilhowee Park & Exposition Center, 3301 E. Magnolia Ave, Knoxville, 37914. Some of the free fun includes: inflatables, Touch-a-Truck experience, Little Ponderosa Zoo, crafts and hands-on activities and giveaways throughout the day. There will also be food and fun vendors on hand.
Sunday, Jun 7th Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians summer camps Girl Scouts of Southern Appalachians offers summer camps designed to inspire confidence and connection. From “Pirates and Mermaids,” to “Ultimate Scout,” Girl Scouts’ Summer Camp programs offer a summer packed with themed adventure, empowerment and self-discovery. These camps are open to current members, and non-members with an additional fee. Alternatively, campers can join when registering. Sessions begin June 7 and run through July 25, with both day camp and overnight options available. Camps are available for every level from Daisies and rising first-graders through 10th grade, as well as Counselor-In-Training opportunities for high schoolers. Registration for all camps is now open at girlscoutcsa.org/summercamp. Camps fill up quickly and registration ends two weeks prior to the first day of each camp.
Wednesday, Jun 10th Free Legal Advice Clinic for veterans Knoxville Bar Association and Legal Aid of East Tennessee are offering an in-person Free Legal Advice Clinic at the Knox County Public Defender’s Community Law Office, 1101 Liberty Street, Knoxville, 37919. Any veteran seeking legal help is encouraged to attend the clinic on June 10 from 12 to 2 p.m. This is a general advice clinic with a wide variety of legal issues, including family law, landlord/tenant, bankruptcy, criminal defense, consumer protection, contract disputes, child support and personal injury, among other issues. This is an advice-only clinic. Clients can expect legal advice, but no wills are drafted at this clinic nor legal work performed. Veterans who are not able to attend the clinic in person are encouraged to continue to use the telephone clinic option. Preregistration is required for telephone clinic and veterans are asked to call Legal Aid of East Tennessee at 865-637-0484 to preregister.
Monday, Jun 15th Golf with Us Children ages 6-18 in the Knoxville-area are encouraged to enroll in a free, one-year membership to Youth on Course, courtesy of Bank of America. Enrollment for new members is open until June 15 at BofA.com/GolfwithUs. ‘Golf with Us’ includes access to Williams Creek Golf Course, Knoxville Municipal Golf Course and more for $5 or less per round. The full list is available at YouthOnCourse.org. Bank of America launched ‘Golf with Us’ in partnership with Youth on Course to expand affordable access to golf nationwide.

Farragut officials seek answers after spill

Farragut leaders expressed frustration, concern and urgency during a Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting Thursday, May 14, following a sewer pipe break that contaminated the North Fork of Turkey Creek. Aldermen and Town officials discussed cleanup efforts, public safety and long-term environmental impacts after residents reported dead aquatic life and strong odors in the creek. “I think our entire community is outraged by what’s happened,” Alderman Joe LaCroix said. Alderman Drew Burnette said he believed stronger measures were needed around the contaminated creek. “I think FUD should come down there and block everything so nobody can get to that water,” Burnette said, adding he wanted ongoing water-quality readings published for the public. “I’m just not seeing the activity that I think we should be seeing from the other agencies; so I think we have to step in and have a point person … in the absence of their leadership, we need to step into that role as much as possible and get that information out to the community.” Alderman Alex Cain agreed with Burnette, adding,“It just seems like when you go by there, there’s nothing being done other than waiting for the water to flow through the creek,” Cain said.

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Walking like a Warrior

In football terms, there is a simple three-letter phrase defining Sawyer Anderson: Swiss Army knife. Quarterback. Running back. Outside linebacker. Safety. The Christian Academy of Knoxville junior filled those roles and more for the Warriors last season, becoming an All-Region selection in the process. Moreover, he did so while battling back from a knee injury he sustained earlier in his career. But as tough as Anderson has become through the years, he has not faced any challenge like the one he took on Friday and Saturday, April 24-25. For his senior capstone project at CAK, Sawyer walked around the school’s track for 24 straight hours to raise money and awareness for No Athlete Left Behind. “Founded by former NFL player Lee Smith, No Athlete Left Behind is a donor-led organization dedicated to empowering underprivileged youth athletes,” the NALB website reads. “By providing essential resources, mentorship and opportunities, we aim to help young athletes overcome challenges both on and off the field, fostering success and personal growth.” Sawyer encountered the organization while training at Triple F Elite Sports Training, the gym Smith started after he retired from professional football.

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News

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Presstalk

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Opinion

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School

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Business

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Community

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Sports

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