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Fitness for a furry cause

June 10, 2026 by Tammy Cheek

Puppy kisses and wagging tails welcomed Farragut West Young Professionals who teamed up with Davis Family YMCA to host Puppy Pilates to benefit Humane Society of East Tennessee in the YMCA, 12133 S. Northshore Drive, June 6.

“We are partnering with Davis Family YMCA to do Puppy Yoga, and they are also doing a donation drive for us as well,” said Hannah Joyner, community outreach manager for the Humane Society. “So everyone who is coming here is giving a monetary donation or they’re bringing supplies for our animals.”

West Young professionals, a division of Farragut West Knox Chamber of Commerce, teamed up in the effort with members taking part in the pilates, said KaDee Andreasen, Humane Society development director and and Ambassador chair for FWKCC.

“We have some Chamber members here and some young professionals here, too,” she said.

Joyner said 16 people signed up for the event. She added all the money generated from Puppy Pilates went to the Humane Society.

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Rack ready for debut

June 10, 2026 by Tammy Cheek

Shoppers, get on your mark for the opening of the Seattle-based Nordstrom Rack Thursday, June 25, at 11417 Parkside Drive in Turkey Creek.

While doors officially open 9 a.m., festivities will begin at 8 a.m. with music, a disc jockey, light bites, gift card giveaways and a chance to win a $1,000 gift card.

“We look forward to being a part of the Knoxville community and serving our customers with an amazing offering of great brands at great prices,” said Gemma Lionello, president of Nordstrom Rack. “We’re excited to grow our footprint in the Knoxville market and introduce new customers to the Nordstrom experience.”

At this location, “customers will be able to take advantage of our convenient services, such as online order pickup from both Nordstrom.com and NordstromRack.com, and they can make returns easily,” she said.

“We’re thrilled to welcome Nordstrom Rack to Pinnacle Turkey Creek,” said Gabi Walsh, marketing manager for Pinnacle Turkey Creek. “As one of the nation’s most sought-after retailers, their arrival further enhances the exceptional mix of fashion, dining and lifestyle offerings that make Turkey Creek a premier shopping destination for Knoxville.”

The new store, which encompasses 30,000 square feet, is one of 302 Nordstrom Rack stores across the United States, according to a Nordstrom Rack Spokesperson.

It is located at Pinnacle Turkey Creek center, which is leased and managed by Crawford Square Real Estate Advisors. That includes PGA Superstore, Marshall’s and Burlington.

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