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July

Thursday, Jul 24th “Navigating Difficult Conversations” Pellissippi State Community College will host a “Navigating Difficult Conversations” workshop in July. This workshop aims to equip participants with essential communication and relational skills for various professional and personal settings.” Led by Wil Davenport, founder of “It Begins Within - Developing Leaders,” the workshop will cover topics such as responding instead of reacting, the impact of self-labels, differing perceptions and emotional intelligence. Davenport brings extensive experience from retail management, non-profit leadership and building his own successful business. Workshops are set: from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m., Thursday, July 24, at the Blount County Campus, West Workforce Center, Room WB 121; and from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m., Tuesday, July 29, at the Hardin Valley Campus, Alexander Building, Room 103. Course fee is $89 for each session. Go to itbeginswithindl.com/pstcc-workshops to register. For more information, contact PSCC at 865-694-6400 or visit www.pstcc.edu
Friday, Jul 25th Party in the Park Party in the Park, in McFee Park, is from 6 to 8 p.m., Friday, July 25. “Party at the splash pad with Farragut Parks & Rec.,” a Town press release stated. “Activities, music and food trucks make the perfect way to (celebrate) summer.”
Sunday, Jul 27th ‘Give $15, Get $15’ campaign Salsarita’s is holding a ‘Give $15, Get $15’ campaign through Sunday, July 27, benefitting East Tennessee Children’s Hospital. Every $15 donation will receive a free Salsarita’s gift card for $15 in return. All donations during the Adopt-A-Family campaign will help fill the pantries and clothing closets for patient families at the hospital. Participating locations include the following: Turkey Creek, Cedar Bluff, Hardin Valley, Bearden, Alcoa, Fountain City, Oak Ridge, Powell, Chapman Highway, Morristown, Ooltewah. Hixson, Gunbarrel and Cleveland (Bradley County). For more info, contact Natalia Havasy at 865-216-6907 or e-mail NLHavasy@etch.com
Thursday, Jul 31st 2025 Introduction to Farragut program The window to submit an application for inclusion into 2025 Introduction to Farragut program is open until 4 p.m., Thursday, July 31. “The program provides information on Farragut’s history, government structure and operations, public safety, education and volunteer opportunities, and is open to anyone interested in learning more about the Town,” a Town press release stated. “Residency is not required.” The program begins with a reception and program kickoff in Farragut Town Hall (11408 Municipal Center Drive) starting at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 27. Classes will be held in Town Hall on the following Wednesdays: Sept. 3, Sept. 17, Oct. 1, Oct. 15 and Oct. 29 — starting at 6 p.m. and lasting about 2.5 hours. A graduation dinner will be held Wednesday, Nov. 12. Applicants may apply online or download the application at townoffarragut.org/introtofarragut. Downloaded applications should be completed and returned to Town Hall or e-mailed to Allison Scott at ascott@townoffarragut.org. Accepted applicants will be notified within seven to 10 days of application deadline (July 31).
Thursday, Jul 31st July Gift of the Month St. Elizabeth’s Episcopal Church, 110 Sugarwood Drive in Farragut, has announced its July Gift of the Month again going to Vine Middle Magnet School in Knoxville. “Vine Middle is an inner-city, low-income school with a diverse population,” an SEEC press release further stated. “… The attendance and test scores are problematic, so we are encouraged to help in a variety of ways since education is the best way to alleviate poverty.” What is requested? Crayola Color Markers, 2-pocket folders, small binders (1 inch and 1.5 inch), pencils and Clorox wipes.

August

Saturday, Aug 2nd Farragut High School’s Class of 1985 Reunion Farragut High School’s Class of 1985 will hold its 40th Reunion in Avalon Country Club from 6 to 10 p.m., Saturday, Aug. 2. Spouses are welcome; cost is $65 per person/$120 per couple. “Casual dress — school colors would be great,” a Class of 1985 representative’s press release stated. “No band — but good ole’ ’80s music will be played. Hors d’oeuvres, tea and water included; cash bar available.”
Friday, Aug 22nd KAPA Boot Scootin’ Ball KAPA Boot Scootin’ Ball is set for Friday, Aug. 22, at The Mill & Mine, 227 W. Depot Ave in Knoxville. Get ready for a boot-stompin’ good time featuring: -Live country music from Songs of the South — an Alabama tribute band — plus line dancing and two-steppin’ fun; -A delicious dinner, with complimentary beer from Yee-Haw Brewing Company, free tastings and specialty cocktails from Ole Smoky Moonshine; -A lively silent auction packed with exciting items. Your support directly benefits Knoxville Area Project Access, which provides vital medical care, transportation, food and housing assistance for underserved individuals across East Tennessee. Tickets and sponsorships are available. Reserve your spot or learn more at: kapabootscootin.com

November

Saturday, Nov 1st Outdoor Farmers Market Season Dixie Lee Farmers Market is well under way with its Outdoor Farmers Market Season from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. each Saturday through Nov. 1 at The Reniassance - Farragut, 12740 Kingston Pike. “We are committed to bringing you the freshest and most delicious fruits, vegetables, and other locally sourced products,” a DL Farmers Market press release stated.” Our farmers work hard to bring their harvest to your table, and our artisans craft unique products that you won’t find anywhere else.”

From FHS to Alcoa High, then back again: a pilot

Willing to uproot herself and transfer to a high school outside of Knox County for one school year to help fulfill a dream — and perhaps start the path toward her occupation — Georgia Kate Moye of Farragut, 17, ended up earning her private pilot’s license (visual flight rules) about a month ago. Setting her sights on becoming a commercial pilot, “I’ve always loved traveling, and basically what motivated me was the traveling aspect,” the Farragut High School rising senior said, having just transferred back to FHS after one year of aviation courses upon transferring to Alcoa High as a junior in 2024-25. “And then my parents — my dad, especially (Adam Moye) — was a really big influence in me wanting to fly. “He is not a pilot, but he’s always enjoyed learning about aircraft,” she added. “And he enjoys the idea of me possibly becoming a (commercial) pilot … He was in the Air Force when he was younger, but he was not a pilot.” During her high school freshman year, “I decided then that I wanted to go into it,” Moye said. Growing up in Farragut and an FHS student her sophomore year, Georgia Kate was motivated to transfer as a junior. “The (aviation) program that I went through was at Alcoa High School, and I started that program in August of last year,” she said.

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Cmdr., Corps of Cadets at Va. Tech: Walker

Adilynn Walker was 12 when she plotted her course for the U.S. Navy. Now, the daughter of Rotary Club of Farragut president-elect Brian Walker and Public Image co-chairperson Jennifer Walker will be the regimental commander of the Corps of Cadets at Virginia Tech this fall. She will be “the highest ranking cadet in the program,” reporting directly to a two-star general. Adilynn, a Virginia Tech senior, told her story to RCF members during its meeting in Fox Den Country Club Wednesday, July 9. “Our speaker today is someone I’ve known all of her life,” Brian said as he introduced his daughter. “Adilynn will share what the Corps of Cadets program is and talk about her summer commissions around the country and the world. “At Virginia Tech, Adilynn, who is majoring in economics and political science, also is an active member of the Honors College and the Economics Club, as well as competing on the university’s Crew Team,” her father said.

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