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Obama Administration’s Health Care “Fix” May Have Problematic Consequences

Obama Administration’s Health Care “Fix” May Have Problematic Consequences

U.S. Senator Bob Corker, R-Tenn., released the following statement this week in reaction to President Obama announcing administrative changes to his health care law. “I’m glad President Obama is attempting to make good on a promise he made repeatedly to the American people, but it only offers temporary relief. Those who have received cancellation notices […]

Carson-Newman University receives ETPA Award for historic gym restoration

Carson-Newman University receives ETPA Award for historic gym restoration

On Friday, Nov. 8, The East Tennessee Preservation Alliance (ETPA) presented Carson-Newman University with a 2013 ETPA Award for its efforts in renovating its second oldest building on campus, Butler-Blanc Gymnasium. “This project demonstrates that academic institutions can reuse historic buildings and partner with volunteer groups,” said Ethiel Garlington, director of Preservation Field Services with […]

Eagles topple Limestone and advance to NCAA Sweet 16

Eagles topple Limestone and advance to NCAA Sweet 16

Carson-Newman (14-5) took down no. 13 Limestone () 3-2 on the Saints’ home turf Saturday afternoon to proceed to the Sweet 16. “It was a great result for us, and a great result for the boys,” Carson-Newman head soccer coach Richard Moodie said. “The best team won. We deserved every minute of it.” In the […]

LADY EAGLES RALLY PAST KING 78-75

The Carson-Newman Lady Eagles (2-1) women’s basketball team rallied from a 75-71 deficit with 49 seconds left to play only to see the Lady Eagles score the last seven points of the game with a come-from-behind 78-75 victory over the King Tornado (1-1) at the Student Center Complex on Saturday night. With 22 seconds left […]

Park Reminds Visitors how to Safely View Wildlife

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials remind park visitors to exercise caution as they view and photograph wildlife to best protect both the animals and themselves. Park Rangers have recently received numerous reports of increased interactions between visitors and wildlife such as bears, white-tailed deer, and elk. Park Rangers encourage visitors to use binoculars, spotting […]

PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County, TN E-911 Board Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County, TN E-911 Board Meeting

PUBLIC NOTICE The regular scheduled meeting of the E-911 Board of Jefferson County will be held on Thursday November 21, 2013 at 1:00 pm at the Jefferson County Emergency Services Center 911 Conference Room 581 W. Old AJ Hwy New Market TN 37820. Justin Crowther Director, Jefferson County 911 475-4911 11/16/2013 – 11/21/2013  

Fill the Truck with Toys Car Show Saturday, November 23, 2013

The Mossy Creek Cruzers Car Club of Jefferson County was started in 2012. It is the intent of The Club to share in the fellowship of our communities by donating to charities and families in need. On Saturday, November 23, The Mossy Creek Cruzers is sponsoring a car show called “Fill the Truck with Toys”. […]

Library in Strawberry Plains Receives Grant for Major Expansion Project

Library patrons in Strawberry Plains and surrounding communities will soon have a bigger and better library, thanks in part to a grant from the Secretary of State’s office. The office is providing a $5,000 grant to assist with the expansion and renovation of the Parrott-Wood Memorial Library in Strawberry Plains. Jefferson County government is also […]

“County Commission Ranking System” Rankles Some Commissioners

“County Commission Ranking System” Rankles Some Commissioners

The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Monthly Work Session on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse.  The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Tabor, Dockery, Solomon, Kesterson and Barriero. No citizens requested to address the Commission. Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri […]

Budget Committee – Insurance Dollars for JCHS Roof Collapse Still Being Negotiated

Budget Committee – Insurance Dollars for JCHS Roof Collapse Still Being Negotiated

The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse.  The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Sitting in for Committee Member Dockery was Commissioner Tucker.  Following a Motion by Baxley and 2nd by Akard, the Committee Approved the Minutes of the October 15th meeting. […]

STEVE C. PARK

STEVE C. PARK, age 79, of Newport, TN passed away Wednesday, November 13, 2013 at Newport Health and Rehab. He was a Mason and Shriner, member of Mannings Chapel Baptist Church, and a veteran of the US Air Force. Preceded in death by wife, Virginia Park; father, Frank S. Parks; brother, Frank S. Park, Jr.; […]

Mt. Horeb Elementary School State Winner of Prestigious TSBA School Of The Year Award for Design

Mt. Horeb Elementary School State Winner of Prestigious TSBA School Of The Year Award for Design

A panel of judges for the Tennessee School Board Association (TSBA) has selected Mt. Horeb Elementary School in Jefferson County as the state-wide winner of the elementary school division top award for excellence in design. The award was presented on Monday, November 11, 2013 at the annual meeting of the Tennessee School Board Association held […]

Nutcracker “Sweet”, November 29-30, 2013

The Great Smoky Mountain Dance Theatre brings the holiday favorite to life at the W.L. Mills Auditorium November 29 and 30. This magical production features talented youngsters from Sevier, Cocke, Jefferson and Knox Counties. Bring the whole family to enjoy this sweet holiday tradition! Learn More »

DR. ROY A DOBYNS

DR. ROY A DOBYNS, age 82, of Dandridge, Tennessee passed away peacefully at the Jefferson County Nursing Home on November 12, 2013. Born January 31, 1931 in Bristol, Virginia, he was a son of the late Roy and Frances Dobyns and was raised by his late aunt and uncle, Meta and John King of Knoxville, […]

Modern Woodmen Members Honor Local Hometown Hero

Modern Woodmen Members Honor Local Hometown Hero

On November 12 ,2013 Mr. Jim Wilson, was honored with a special luncheon at the Creek Cafe for countless hours of service to the community by local Modern Woodmen of America members. Mr. Wilson was honored for his dedicated service through Appalachian Outreach to help the needy people in the Appalachian region. In recognition of […]

KENDA LEANN TALLEY

KENDA LEANN TALLEY, age 18, of White Pine, TN was called home to be a special Angel at the right hand of God on November 10, 2013. She left behind a loving family who will forever be heartbroken by her absence. Kenda is survived by her loving parents, Timmy and Melissa Talley; brothers, Austin, Jordan […]