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April

Wednesday, Apr 1st “Farragut Focus: A Creative Community” The Farragut Museum has opened a new temporary exhibit on Farragut artists titled “Farragut Focus: A Creative Community.” The exhibit features local artists including visual, performing, musical, etc., and will be open through April. The Farragut Museum is open Tuesday – Saturday 11 am – 2 pm, and admission is free.
Friday, Apr 3rd Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo Morning Pointe Senior Living will host a free community Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo on Friday, April 3, at 11 a.m. at its Hardin Valley campus at 2449 Reagan Rd. Families are invited to enjoy a festive morning featuring an egg hunt, petting zoo animals including Highland cows and bunnies, and a chance to connect with residents and team members while welcoming the spring season. The Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo is free and open to the public, and local families are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 865-343-0409.
Friday, Apr 3rd Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo Morning Pointe Senior Living will host a free community Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo on Friday, April 3, at 11 a.m. at its Hardin Valley campus at 2449 Reagan Road. Families are invited to enjoy a festive morning featuring an egg hunt; petting zoo animals; including Highland cows and bunnies; and a chance to connect with residents and team members while welcoming the spring season. The Easter Egg Hunt and Petting Zoo is free and open to the public, and local families are encouraged to attend. For more information, call 865-343-0409.
Wednesday, Apr 8th Legal Advice Clinic Any veteran seeking legal help is encouraged to attend the Legal Advice Clinic for Veterans on Wednesday, April 8 from noon to 2 p.m. at Knox County Public Defender’s Community Law Office, 1101 Liberty St. This is a general advice clinic with a wide variety of legal issues. For more information, contact LAET at 865-637-0484.
Saturday, Apr 11th Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon volunteers needed Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon organizers need volunteers during the two-day event on Saturday and Sunday, April 11 and 12. Visit runsignup.com/Race/Volunteer/TN/Knoxville/KnoxvilleMarathon to register and choose the day, time and task that best suits individual or group preferences.
Saturday, Apr 11th Alzheimer’s Tennessee Walks Alzheimer’s Tennessee invites families, friends and neighbors from across East Tennessee to join together at three community Walks to honor loved ones, celebrate “Tennessee Originals,” and raise vital support for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The Knoxville Walk will be held Saturday, April 11, at Knoxville Catholic High School in Knoxville; the 5 County Walk takes place Saturday, April 18, at Lakefront Park in Clinton; and the Foothills Walk is set for Saturday, April 25, at Alcoa High School in Alcoa. To start a team, register or learn more, visit www.alzTennessee.org/Walk.
Saturday, Apr 11th Alzheimer’s Tennessee Knoxville Walk Alzheimer’s Tennessee invites families, friends and neighbors from across East Tennessee to join together at three community walks to honor loved ones, celebrate “Tennessee Originals” and raise vital support for those affected by Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. The Knoxville Walk will be held Saturday, April 11, at Knoxville Catholic High School in Knoxville; the 5 County Walk takes place Saturday, April 18, at Lakefront Park in Clinton; and the Foothills Walk is set for Saturday, April 25, at Alcoa High School in Alcoa. To start a team, register or learn more, visit www.alzTennessee.org/Walk.
Monday, Apr 13th M. Todd Cramer Memorial Golf Tournament The Community Coalition Against Human Trafficking will host the M. Todd Cramer Memorial Golf Tournament, presented by Johnstone Supply, on Monday, April 13, at The Club at Gettysvue. Participants will start the day with lunch provided by Dead End Barbecue and then proceed to a shotgun-start-style tournament on the 18-hole course. Registration and additional information can be found at growfreetn.org.
Saturday, Apr 18th Puppy Yoga Fundraiser Blue Ridge Yoga is hosting a Puppy Yoga Fundraiser on Saturday, April 18, at 12:30 p.m. The cost to join is $39 and 100 percent of the proceeds will be donated to the Humane Society of Tennessee Valley. Visit www.yogaknoxvilletn.com/workshops-events to sign up.
Thursday, Apr 23rd Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser Monte Carlo Casino Night Scholarship Fundraiser, hosted by the Professional Women in Building Council of Home Builders Association of Greater Knoxville, will be held Thursday, April 23, from 6 to 9 p.m. at 5200 Holston Hills Road. Tickets are $125 per guest. Visit https://www.hbaknoxville.com or email cbowen@hbaknoxville.com to learn more.
Sunday, Apr 26th Race for a Reason Race for a Reason, a family-friendly 5K run, will begin and end at Mountain High Outfitters in Pinnacle Turkey Creek on Sunday, April 26. Proceeds from this year’s race will directly benefit the Humane Society of the Tennessee Valley, helping fund lifesaving programs, medical care and adoption services for animals across the region. Visit https://runsignup.com/Race/TN/Knoxville/pinnacleturkeycreek for more information and to register.

May

Saturday, May 2nd Walk for Water Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, will host its fourth annual Walk for Water in Knoxville on May 2. The Knoxville community will come together to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission's efforts to implement safe water solutions worldwide. Walkers will gather at Zoo Knoxville. Activities will begin at 8 a.m., with the Walk starting at 9 a.m. Registration is available online at walkforwater.com/Knoxville. Participants can join an existing Walk team or start their own. Registration is free, and participants receive free Zoo admission for the day.
Saturday, May 2nd Walk for Water  Water Mission, a Christian engineering nonprofit, will host its fourth annual Walk for Water in Knoxville on May 2. The Knoxville community will come together to raise awareness of the global water crisis and support Water Mission’s efforts to implement safe water solutions worldwide. Walkers will gather at  Zoo Knoxville. Activities will begin at 8 a.m., with the Walk starting at 9 a.m. Registration is available online at walkforwater.com/Knoxville. Participants can join an existing Walk team or start their own. Registration is free, and participants receive free Zoo admission for the day.
Friday, May 15th Sporting Clays Tournament Mission of Hope announces its 3rd Annual Sporting Clays Tournament, scheduled for Friday, May 15, at Iron Mountain Sporting Clays in Kodak, Tennessee. This event welcomes shooters of all skill levels for a day of friendly competition while supporting Mission of Hope’s work to bring help, hope and joy to families in need across rural Appalachia. Proceeds from the tournament will support Mission of Hope’s core outreach programs, which make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families each year. Individuals, teams, and sponsors are invited to register by visiting missionofhope.org/clay-tournament or by calling 865-584-7571. Sponsorship opportunities are available for businesses and individuals eager to make a meaningful impact in the community.

FHS alum becomes ‘Torchbearer’ at UT

For Sana Boghani, Monday, March 16, appeared the same as any other. She settled into an evening health policy and management class, part of her pursuit of a Master’s Degree in Public Health. The room buzzed with low chatter as students shared stories from Spring Break. Suddenly, the mood shifted. Dr. Joe Mazer, the Dean of the College of Communication and Information at the University of Tennessee, walked in with several of Boghani’s professors and mentors following closely. They informed the 2022 Farragut High School graduate she had been named a 2026 Torchbearer, the university’s highest undergraduate student honor. Awarded annually to a select few seniors and recent graduates, the Torchbearer designation recognizes academic excellence and an extraordinary commitment to service and leadership. Boghani — a December 2025 UTK graduate — accepted a hug and broke into a wide smile, donning the same color of navy she had worn at her FHS graduation four years prior. “I had no words, but my face gave it away,” she said. “I feel very humbled, blessed and grateful that I was considered for that honor. While I applied and was nominated, I had zero expectation that I would actually receive the award. It was a moment I will never forget.” The moment served as a fitting accolade in Boghani’s UT journey, which started with doubt as she saw friends venturing out-of-state for college. Instead, she attended a school that is exactly 17 miles from her high school alma mater and earned a plethora of honors in the process.

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Farragut welcomes Publix

A crowd eagerly waited before daybreak as Farragut Mayor Ron Williams cut the ribbon for Publix at Westerly Commons in west Farragut Thursday morning, March 26, at 13123 Kingston Pike, near the intersection with S. Watt Road. “We’d like to welcome you to your new Publix, the store’s community relations manager Kimberly Reynolds said. “We have a lot of people standing here to get in,” the mayor said before introducing Town officials who were present. “I’m really excited to have Publix on this corner and our second one in our Town. I think, for everybody who lives out this way and myself, this will be a real convenience. “And, for the people who live in Lenoir City and Loudon area, we really appreciate your sales tax,” he added, generating laughter. “As you probably know, we live on sales tax here. “Anyway, this is going to be a busy corner, so hopefully everybody can have a good time today … it’s a beautiful store,” Williams said. “Thank you for your leadership and partnership in getting us here today,” Reynolds added. “I just couldn’t be more excited to open up this store for your community and our neighbors and really looking forward to serving you — serving you the way you expect from Publix,” store manager David Kuehl said. “I couldn’t be more happy to be leading this team. We are very excited to show you what we’ve got going on in [the store].”

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News

Farragut welcomes Publix  Read More

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FHS alum becomes ‘Torchbearer’ at UT  Read More

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Corrections  Read More

Opinion

Letter to the editor  Read More

School

Martin, Walker named CCS valedictorian, salutatorian  Read More

Future teachers honored at HVA  Read More

Business

Farragut baker launches Foxy’s Tasty Treats stand  Read More

Bass recognized for decades of service  Read More

Community

Farragut Feud  Read More

Concord UMC youth lead special worship night, service  Read More

YMCA kicks off annual fundraising campaign  Read More

Sports

Baseball battles  Read More

Lady Ads’ thriller highlights flag football  Read More

Admirals off to best start of Culbreth era  Read More

Johnson posts 300th strikeout in Farragut career  Read More

Bulldogs hold firm in 0-0 stalemate  Read More

Lady Bulldogs fall to West in District clash  Read More

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