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February 19, 2025 by Tammy Cheek
Fathers and daughters are setting their sights on attending 20th Annual Shamrock Ball, a father-daughter dance, set for Saturday, March 1, in Farragut Community Center, 239 Jamestowne Blvd.
“The Shamrock Ball is a very well-attended event that’s a tradition for many families in Farragut,” Town Recreation and Event manager Rachel Malone said. “Participants will enjoy music, light refreshments, a craft and commemorative photo.”
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If in doubt about your ‘ticker,’ find a cardiologist
February 19, 2025 by Tammy Cheek
Shannon Smith understands the importance of getting the word out about women’s heart health for a few critical reasons.
Most importantly, she has lived it, being a survivor of a heart condition. In fact, taking the advice of her boyfriend-turned-husband probably saved her life.
Further knowing the importance of getting the word out as Knoxville American Heart Association marketing communications director, Smith was diagnosed with supraventricular tachycardia in 2016 at the age of 23.
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February 19, 2025 by Staff reports
Farragut High School senior Sophie Lu recently was selected as one of the state’s two student representatives for the highly competitive U.S. Senate Youth Program.
According to a Knox County Schools press release, as part of the 63rd Annual Washington Week Saturday, March 1, through Saturday, March 8, Lu will travel to the nation’s capital to engage with top government officials, including senators, cabinet members and President Donald Trump.
“This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, and I’m ready to take it all in,” Lu stated in the release. “I love D.C. I love government and I can’t wait to see where this journey takes me.”
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February 19, 2025 by Tammy Cheek
Mark your calendar for the 2025 Songwriters Showcase, presented by Visit Farragut, in partnership with Topgolf and taking place from 6 to 8:30 p.m., Monday, Feb. 24, in Topgolf’s event space at 11400 Outlet Drive.
“Join us as we celebrate Tennessee Songwriters Week with an unforgettable evening featuring three talented local songwriters from the greater Knoxville area,” Town Tourism manager Hallie Riddle said.
The event features concerts by hosts David Haley Lauver, Karen Bowles and Mitch Townley.
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February 21, 2025 by
All Town of Farragut businesses are invited to Shop Farragut/Farragut Business Alliance’s Biz Mixer from 4 to 6 p.m., Tuesday, Feb. 25, in Farragut Community Center’s Assembly Room.
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Watch baby/tot eating habits
February 19, 2025 by Alan Sloan
The potential for serious heart problems with infants, toddlers and young children should be on the radar screen of every parents with young ones in their care.
Based upon “a natural history study” from a few years ago, “the incidence of congenital heart disease is 8 per 1,000 life births,” said Dr. Sumeet Sharma, director of Pediatric Cardiology at East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. “And it ranges from something significant to be treated immediately after birth to those that we just follow to see how they progress.”
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