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Girl Scouts rally to recover from ruinous year

The local council of the Girl Scouts has experienced its toughest year in the organization’s history due to Hurricane Helene which devastated communities in our area last fall. But if an enthusiastic (and festive) gathering of supporters earlier this week … Continue reading

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Tremont raises spirits — and $310K — at Marblegate

Another successful “Tremont Celebration at Marblegate Farm” last month raised more than $310,000 to continue the non-profit’s mission of providing experiential environmental education. The fundraising dinner and auction at the beautiful Friendsville, Tenn,, farm of Bill and Donna Cobble was … Continue reading

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“An Enchanted Evening” lives up to its billing!

I have to say the description of the auction item that a group of Knoxville Symphony supporters went in together to bid on was very apt. “An Enchanted Evening,” the program at the Symphony Ball said. It truly did turn … Continue reading

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Larsen Jay’s message resounds with downtown crowd

Besides being an excellent candidate for Knox County Mayor next year, I appreciate Larsen Jay for another important reason: he’s a great excuse for a really fun party! Alan and I — with the support of an impressive host committee … Continue reading

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Lakeshore Picnic: Loved the “Cosmopolitan” ending!

Due to the crazy weather — and constantly changing forecasts — the annual fundraiser that is the Lakeshore Park Picnic drew a smaller than usual crowd this year. But it still exceeded its $70,000 fundraising goal and the park’s executive … Continue reading

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Lovely garden welcomes clients — and spring!

I’m not saying you should place your investments in the hands of The Trust Company of Tennessee just because you will be invited to their annual garden party! I’m just saying we sure are glad we did! Our experience with … Continue reading

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It’s spring! Bring on the hats!

Lord knows I’m not a hat person. But I love this party! “Hats in Bloom” is an annual spring ritual around here and it is a major fundraiser for the 44-acre Knoxville Botanical Garden and Arboretum, located just five minutes … Continue reading

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“Diamond-level” venue attracts dignitaries — and smiles!

(Author’s note: Hey, everybody! Sorry it’s been so long since the Blue Streak has had a new post. But I have a good excuse! In real life, I’m a public relations specialist and one of my main clients is Boyd … Continue reading

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History Center hits home run with new baseball exhibit

Coinciding with the scheduled return of the Smokies baseball team to downtown Knoxville next month, the East Tennessee History Center this Saturday will open a fun and fact-filled exhibit on the history of the sport in Tennessee. Local supporters celebrated … Continue reading

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Mardi Growl: Dogs, music and blessings for 18th year!

Mardi Growl, the biggest fundraiser for Young-Williams Animal Center every year, is always fun. Over its 18-year history, I’ve been to it in the sweltering heat as well as in the cold, drizzling rain. Brrr.  But this past Saturday, the … Continue reading

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