7th Annual Hike to Remember
2026-01-10 07:30 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Nixon’s Deli, 230 N. Peters Rd, Knoxville, TN, 37923, United States
The Detachment will be serving coffee and bagels to kick off the hike. MCL members can come and fellowship don’t have to do the hike just come and spread the word and kick off the new year with support this event that is put on by another Marine .
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Hike To Remember
A suicide prevention initiative that combats a complex problem by proclaiming a simple message, You Are Valuable! The heart of our mission is forged in camaraderie that aids in navigating individuals to safety during times of crises.
Designed with veterans, first responders, families, and community members in mind, our event aims to create an atmosphere where everyone feels welcome. The hike offers the community an opportunity to eat together, encourage one another, and engage in physical activities that instill hope.
Join us for a hike to remember and discover the invaluable services that Quest Legacy provides.
Date: Saturday, 1/10/2026
Time: 7:30 – 12:00
Location: Nixon’s Deli 230 N. Peters Rd Knoxville, TN 37923
100% of proceeds goes to suicide prevention trainings, providing meals to families in need, and supporting community non-profit initiatives.

Monthly Officer Meeting
2026-01-12 17:00 - 18:30 | VFW Post 5154, 2561 Hobbs Rd, Louisville, TN, 37777, United States
Bring all business items for the monthly detachment meeting to this session for review and addition to the monthly detachment meeting agenda.

Food available for purchase.

Lunch with Gen. John Kelly
2026-01-14 11:30 - 13:30 | Bridgewater Place, 205 Bridgewater Rd, Knoxville, TN, 37923, United States
Military veterans are invited to an exclusive conversation with esteemed former four-star Marine Corps general John Kelly.
Kelly is the featured guest at a free luncheon for veterans at 11:30 a.m. Jan. 14 at Bridgewater Place. The event, including Kelly’s appearance, was arranged by Knox County Commissioner Larsen Jay.
Kelly is a former Marine Corps general who led the U.S. Department of Homeland Security during President Donald Trump’s first term before becoming Trump’s longest-serving chief of staff.
Jay met Kelly while attending an event at Mount Vernon over the summer. After talking with the general, Jay figured it was worth a shot to ask him if he’d be willing to do an event with Knox County’s veterans.
“If you don’t ask, you don’t receive,” he said. Jay told Knox News he’s sponsoring the luncheon with his own money, not his county commission salary or campaign donations.
