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Hope Will Rise

Street Hope TN hosted Hope Will Rise at the Hilton Knoxville Airport, uniting community members for an evening of advocacy and support for child victims of sexual exploitation and trafficking.

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Power Of The Purse

The Rothchild Catering and Conference Center was all abuzz for the Community Action Committee’s (CAC) signature Power of the Purse fundraiser. Attendees perused an incredible variety of gently used purses, totes, handbags and jewelry as well as some fantastic auction items.

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Sandbar Social

The beautiful Hunter Valley Farm, with its lake views, sandy beach and beautiful pavilion, was the perfect location for this year’s Sandbar Social. Guests of the event enjoyed a fantastic evening out while supporting a great cause.

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The Russell Home

The Russell home is a labor or love that has been 25 years in the making; however, the family has only occupied the house for a year and a half. “It’s still a new baby,” designer and homeowner Arrington laughs. Son Harrison agrees, “The best part of the house is when everyone comes over and says ‘woooooooow.’”

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VIProfile: Connie French & Erin Wakefield Mahan

Community. Resilience. Hope. These words define the lives of Connie French and Erin Wakefield Mahan. Both Knoxville natives, these two accomplished women have built successful careers and families while dedicating themselves to giving back. Now, as Co-Chairs of the 2025 Knoxville Hope Gala, they are bringing their leadership and passion to one of the city’s most impactful philanthropic events.

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Blount County Unsung Heroes

For Lilli Teeter Brown, growing up as the oldest of seven children, her mother and father were her mentors. Her father served as a high school science teacher and coached football and basketball. He and her mother taught core values that would guide Brown throughout her life.

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October Issue

Editors Letter

I am pleased to share with you our October edition, devoted to celebrating Leading Ladies; women who are making a difference in Knoxville and beyond. These are women leading in boardrooms, hospitals, businesses and nonprofits. They are innovators and visionaries, mentors and caregivers, advocates and trailblazers. 

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Good News

Old Gray Cemetery Dedicates New Flagstaff in Honor of Frank and Gaines Pittenger

On Sunday, September 14, family, friends, and community members gathered at Old Gray Cemetery for the dedication of a new flagstaff donated by the Pittenger family. The gift honors the memory of Frank Pittenger and celebrates the service of Gaines Pittenger, both of whom served as chairmen of Old Gray Cemetery for a combined 20 years.

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Knoxville Founders Launch Free Event App “OutThere” to Reconnect Communities

Three University of Tennessee graduates have launched OutThere, a new event app built to help people rediscover what their community has to offer—from finding a new hobby, to making new friends or simply getting out of their house. 

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Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon continues and expands contribution to community

Organizers of the Covenant Health Knoxville Marathon announce a continued and expandedcommitment in 2026 to the Patricia Neal Innovative Recreation Cooperative (IRC) as CovenantHealth demonstrates its ongoing dedication to Knoxville’s premier community health event.Covenant Health, the largest healthcare system and top employer in Knoxville, has committedonce again to support the multifaceted racing event in 2026, marking its 22nd year, both as titlesponsor and for the event overall.

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TASTE OF TURKEY CREEK

October 10, 2025

Location: Pinnacle at Turkey Creek

Start time: 6:00 PM

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SHOW YOUR LOVE FASHION SHOW

October 10, 2025

Location: 333 W. Depot Ave. Knoxville, TN 37917

Start time: 6:00 PM

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BARKTOBERFEST

October 12, 2025

Location: Lakeshore Park 

Start time: 3:00 PM

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