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Learn about Ukraine in Haywood County

Learn about Ukraine in Haywood County

On Thursday, June 13, 2024, David Crane, author, scholar and international prosecutor, will provide insights on the implications of the war in Ukraine on our national security and world safety.

Joining Crane will be John and Donna Culp, retired Army veterans, who will provide an on-the-ground perspective of their work in Ukraine, as well as Smoky Mountain News reporter Cory Vaillancourt, who will describe the Ukrainian town of Kherson after the Russians were pushed out of the town by the Ukrainian Army.

The discussion will be moderated by Dr. Steve Wall, the First Vice-Chair of the Haywood Democratic Party, which is sponsoring the event. Attendees to the event will have the opportunity to ask questions and to converse with the panel. The event is free and open to the public. Join the discussion at 7 p.m. at the USDA Service Center at 589 Raccoon Road, Waynesville.

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