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September 11, 2024 by Tammy Cheek
“Hard-working” and “Godly man” are how Gerald Lay’s son, Gary Lay, describes his soon-to-be centennial dad.
Gerald Lay will be celebrating that milestone Tuesday, Sept. 17, at his home, Concord Place Memory Care in Farragut.
Gerald was born in 1924 in the serene Sequatchie Valley, northwest of Chattanooga, according to Lorie Ann Warren, Concord Place life engagement director. “Little did anyone know that this boy would grow up to lead a life filled with remarkable adventures and profound contributions.”
Gerald attributed his long life to his faith and love for his family.
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September 11, 2024 by Staff reports
Indulge your taste buds while supporting The Pat Summit Foundation at the annual Taste of Turkey Creek Festival.
The much-anticipated event is just around the corner: from 6 to 9 p.m., Thursday, Oct. 3, in The Pinnacle at Turkey Creek along Parkside Drive.
“This year, the event proudly benefits The Pat Summitt Foundation, a cause dedicated to advancing research for Alzheimer’s treatment, providing care and support for patients and caregivers and educating the public about this critical disease,” said Gabi Walsh, marketing associate for Pinnacle at Turkey Creek.
Sponsored by TVA Employers Credit Union and TDS Telecom, Taste of Turkey Creek will have live music from Brand New Box of Matches and True Blue and food from Bonefish Grill, Flemings Steakhouse, Condado Tacos, Regal Cinema, Island Fin Poke, Texas Roadhouse, Clean Eatz, Jimmy Johns, Lenny’s Sub Shop, Tia’s Tacos, Dickey’s BBQ, Pei Wei, Fire & Smoke, Noodles and Company, NHC Farragut Memory Care and more.
“Each offering is a unique taste experience that showcases the culinary diversity of Turkey Creek,” Walsh said.
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Knox County’s Second Saturday Concert Series wrapped up at The Cove at Concord Park
September 11, 2024 by
Knox County’s Second Saturday Concert Series wrapped up at The Cove at Concord Park the evening of Aug. 10 with Knoxville native Jeff BearCat Bunch as the featured entertainment.
The free concerts are held June through August on the second Saturday of each month. A few hundred attendees for this last 2024 series brought their own blankets and/or lawn chairs and food while adhering to the “no alcohol allowed” rule.
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September 11, 2024 by Dr. Stephanie Myers
Q: My old poodle, “Mimi,” just went for her annual visit. After finding a few changes on her exam and blood tests, my veterinarian recommended we check her blood pressure. I didn’t even know dogs could get high blood pressure. How do they test for that? What do we do if Mimi does have high blood pressure? P.W., Farragut
A: Yes, dogs (and cats) can develop high blood pressure, also known as hypertension. Hypertension can be primary or secondary. Primary hypertension occurs when there is no known disease process that is causing the hypertension. Secondary hypertension is far more common; there are several medical conditions that can secondarily cause hypertension, including kidney disease, diabetes and adrenal disease. Certain medications are also known to cause hypertension.
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