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Bittersweet goodbye

Farragut Rotary sends family to new beginning

Emotion stirred Farragut Rotary Club of Farragut’s Wednesday, Feb. 21, meeting as members said farewell to

former exchange student/Ukrainian refugee, Yuliia “Julie” Tryukhan, 36, and her children.

After that meeting, the Tryukhans headed for Spain on Feb. 18 to be reunited with her husband, Dmytro “Dima” Tryukhan, who had been fighting the war in Ukraine but now resides in Spain.

“I want everyone to know what we have done here in Knoxville would not have been possible without you,” Tryukhan told Rotarians. “Financial support, emotional support and just being there for me every step of the way.

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Farragut Presbyterian to host annual spring fundraiser

Saturday, April 18, Farragut Presbyterian Church will host the 7th annual Posies for the Pantry fundraiser from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

The event will be held rain or shine in the parking lot or fellowship hall.

There will be spring flowers and multiple craft vendors available, as well as a “Bargain Shed” full of gently used garden tools and décor and free crafts for the children.

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