Washington Nationals Draft Riopedre in 23rd Round
Chris Riopedre (Miami, Fla.) became the second Buccaneer player to be drafted on day three of the Major League Baseball Draft as the ETSU junior shortstop was taken by the Washington Nationals in the 23rd round on Saturday afternoon. Riopedre was the 694th overall pick in the first-year player draft. Riopedre, a 2014 Second Team […]
Proposed Constitutional Amendments Now Online at Secretary of State’s Website
As a convenience to Tennessee voters, the Secretary of State’s office has posted the four proposed constitutional amendments that will be on the November 4 ballot. The amendments appear on the website in the same order they will appear on the ballot. Article XI Section 3 of the Tennessee Constitution outlines the process for approving […]
President Obama’s War on Coal
On Monday, the Obama administration unveiled a controversial plan to cut carbon emissions from existing power plants by 30% by 2030. This climate change agenda is so misguided and unpopular with the American people that the president couldn’t even get it passed through a Democrat-led House and Senate back in 2009. Now, despite the fact […]
Corker: Tennessee Families, Businesses Cannot Afford Additional Costly Washington Regulations
U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R-Tenn.) today backed legislation to rein in the administration’s proposed rules on fossil fuel power plants announced earlier this week by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). “Low-cost, reliable energy is essential to driving economic development and job growth, but I’m concerned the president’s proposal will limit our country’s use of abundant […]
Local 4-H’ers to Attend 4-H Electric Camp
Two 4-H’ers from Jefferson County will attend UT Extension’s 4-H Electric Camp in Knoxville, June 24-27. Michael Blomenberg and Caleb Johnson are delegates to the four-day event at the University of Tennessee in Knoxville. They will be among over 235 youth representing counties from across the state. Delegates will explore the world of energy, electricity […]
Musical Dreams Coming True! Travis Bowlin Releases Long Awaited Single “Bad, Bad Man”
From the Cincinnati, Ohio Boys Choir to a Rock n Roll Musicvox Guitar endorsement, Artist and Singer/Songwriter, Travis Bowlin, is ready to take his career to the next level. Travis Bowlin, is pleased to announce the releasing of his musical single “Bad, Bad Man”, which was recorded at 16th Edge Studios on historic Music Row in Nashville, […]
Fun Activities to Keep Children Active and Learning this Summer
Here are some fun activities to keep children busy this summer. While having fun, they will also be engaged in learning. -Run through the sprinkler -Play in the rain/mud -Make mud pies -Find worms after it rains -Skip rocks -Go fishing -Visit local nature preserve and go on a nature hunt -Take a hike and […]
Memories of Dandridge
A friend who grew up in Dandridge has always told “good old boy” stories that would send me to the floor in laughter. I will share some of his memories (some would require censoring) and hope you enjoy them as much as I have. First I must say the Dandridge of old and today are […]
A Summer of Maxi Dresses
Wow, the maxi dress is really a trend this summer! The maxi dress was a major fashion in the 60’s and 70’s.; it seems everything old is new again. Jackie Kennedy’s sister, Lee, was remembering that era and how easy it was to dress for a party in a recent article I read. One could […]
Red Cabbage Salad
This is a favorite salad of mine, and it gets requested for most every family gathering. It’s pretty simple to toss together, but the toasted almonds, sesame seeds, and sesame oil add a wonderful depth of flavor. Try taking this to your next picnic or reunion. Salad Ingredients ½ head red cabbage ½ head […]
Alien Dinner Choices
It’s true, people sometimes accuse me of being somewhat paranoid. I think they’re just out to get me. It is, however, remotely possible I’m getting worked up over nothing this time. Or, more likely, a serious dilemma looms on the horizon. The social ramifications of space travel are, in a word, ominous. The concerns related […]
Fruit Growers Warned to Beware of New Pest
Experts with the University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture are sounding the alarm on a tiny new pest that can cause significant damage to many fruit crops. The spotted wing drosophila (SWD) is a vinegar fly (sometimes inaccurately called a fruit fly) from Asia. It was first detected in California in 2008. In 2011, SWD had reached […]
Jefferson City Fire Department’s Kid’s Fire Camp, June 18 – 20 and July 16 – 18, 2014
The Jefferson City Fire Department will hold two sessions of its popular annual Kid’s Fire Camp. The first session will run from June 18 – 20 and the second session from July 16 – 18 at the fire station located at 104 City Center Drive. This exciting three day camp is structured like a real […]
WSCC to Offer College Express General Studies
Walters State Community College is offering the general studies degree through its popular College Express Program this fall. College Express meets one or two nights a week, with students completing a degree in two years just as full-time students do. “College Express is a great way to get the first two years of a college […]
Carson-Newman Offers New RN to BSN Online
Carson-Newman University announces new flexible option for nurses: RN to BSN online. Carson-Newman University is offering nurses with an associate-level nursing degree the opportunity to pursue their Bachelor of Science in nursing completely online, plus a site-based clinical experience. “The Institute of Medicine has recommended an increase in the proportion of nurses with a Bachelor […]
Walters State Community College Education Courses in July
Walters State’s division of Community Education will offer a variety of classes at the Morristown, Sevierville, and Greeneville campuses and online in July. The schedule is as follows: Parents, Children, and Divorce (Court Ordered): 5:30 – 9:30 p.m., Thursday, July 31, on the Greeneville Campus. Divorce is difficult for any person, but extremely hard on […]