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Pilot Flying J recently opened a Pilot Travel Center in Caddo Valley, Ark., featuring full amenities for professional drivers and the third location of PJ Fresh Marketplace, the company’s new, fast casual dining concept.

The Knox County Corryton Senior Center and Rural/Metro Fire Station 33, co-located on Davis Drive, will host a Flag Day ceremony and barbeque luncheon to honor veterans and to ceremonially retire American flags at the senior center on June 14 at 11 a.m.

Steffanie Norwood’s mother is a police officer. That is why Norwood knows well the benefits and pitfalls of a career in law enforcement. Saturday, she will be following in her mother’s footsteps, receiving her bachelor’s degree in criminal justice from South College. But she will be walking a different beat.

When Tennova’s Geriatric Assessment Program closed in May, the families of its 2,500 patients weren’t sure where to turn for help, but three long-time elder care professionals have teamed up to open a center to meet their needs.

Central Flats & Taps will host a dog-friendly Father’s Day Patio Party on Sunday, June 16, from noon-5 p.m. in support of Young-Williams Animal Center.

The News Sentinel will be holding a Job Fair on Tuesday, June 11, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Smith Life Event Center in Maryville, Tenn. This one-day event allows job seekers to connect face-to-face with East Tennessee businesses to help them find a dynamic new career.

Urban Bar and Corner Cafe in downtown Knoxville will host a Young-Williams Animal Center Alumni Celebration on Sunday, July 14, from 5-9 p.m.

A recent survey¹ conducted by U.S. Cellular found that nearly half of their customers say their biggest cell phone concern is access or exposure to questionable content. To deliver peace of mind to these customers, U.S. Cellular is offering its new Family Protector app to help users monitor device usage.

To thank the men and women who keep America moving, Pilot Flying J is extending double rewards points for professional drivers through the end of June.

PetSafe announced today the 15 cities across the U.S. that will move on to compete as finalists in the “Bark for Your Park” contest with a chance to win $100,000 or $25,000 to build a local dog park.