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Right On Time!

Right On Time!

Jefferson City’s Fourth of July parade commenced right on time as the rain ceased only seconds before the parade was scheduled to begin. Locals arrived dressed in patriotic attire of red, white and blue, waving American flags, and gathered quickly to the sidewalks lining old downtown. The adults were happy to exchange local chatter and to […]

White Pine Freedomfest Parade

White Pine Freedomfest Parade

White Pine came out early to celebrate Independence Day, as they braved the soggy conditions to host the first parade of the County at 10 am Thursday morning. A little damp weather did not lessen the excitement as the parade line made its way down the streets of town. Children gathered on the parade route […]

Carson-Newman to partner with university in China

Carson-Newman to partner with university in China

Carson-Newman University is continuing to grow its international reach through a new partnership with a university in China. President Lu Yang with the University of Science and Technology Liaoning in Anshan, Liaoning Province, China recently visited Carson-Newman University to discuss plans for a partnership between the two universities. Carson-Newman President Randall O’Brien expressed excitement at […]

Red Cross Issues Safety Tips For 4th of July Holiday

Red Cross Issues Safety Tips For 4th of July Holiday

It’s time for Fourth of July celebrations – fireworks, a backyard barbecue, maybe a trip to the beach. Whatever people have planned, the American Red Cross wants them to enjoy their holiday and has steps they can follow to be safe. “We want everyone to have a great holiday, and a safe one,” said Mary […]

Earth and Science Topics at Jefferson City Library

Earth and Science Topics at Jefferson City Library

The children of the Jefferson  City area were treated to an afternoon of learning, fun, and the almost magical workings of the earth and science this past Friday, June 28, at the Jefferson City Public Library. Children who attended the 2 p.m. event were visited by Bond the Science Man, who showed the kids that learning […]

Jay Storm and GRITS July 13th at Dumplin Valley Concert Series

Jay Storm and GRITS  July 13th at Dumplin Valley Concert Series

The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series continues Saturday July 13th featuring highly acclaimed local group GRITS from Dumplin Valley along with popular R&B / Funk artist Jay Storm. Jaystorm, a Greeneville, Tennessee native and rising favorite Southern bluesy, funk, hip-hop artist, delivers witty lyrics and a bluesy-funk sound that is part Motown, part Old School […]

2013 Annual Chestnut Hill Horse Show

2013 Annual Chestnut Hill Horse Show

The thirty eighth annual Charity Horse Show was held in Chestnut Hill on June 27th and June 28, 2013. More than 40 events were available for horses and their riders during the two evening event. Locals and visitors lined the Chestnut Hill Park, many as returning spectators and some new to the popular competition. Proceeds […]

New Look For A Familiar Face

New Look For A Familiar Face

First Peoples Bank celebrated their new look last week, as they gathered in front of their sign at the Jefferson City Branch. The local banking chain originated in Jefferson City in 1975 and has since expanded to seven locations across the region. The new, cosmetic lift was designed to mesh with the up to date […]

Shower for Miss Mary Catherine Goddard

Shower for Miss Mary Catherine Goddard

Mary Catherine Goddard, Bride Elect of Robert Dziewulski, was honored with a Breakfast in Bed themed bridal shower on Saturday, June 22, 2013. Hostesses Linda Swann and Caroline Swann, as well as friends and family, celebrated the upcoming nuptials with the bride, her mother, Caroline Goddard, and future mother in law, Heather Dziewulski. The early […]

New Market VFD Summer Fest Packs In Locals

New Market VFD Summer Fest Packs In Locals

The New Market Community came out last weekend to support their local Fire Department and share time with their neighbors. Summerfest is an annual event that is highly anticipated every summer. Food, music, shopping and fellowship are in abundance for the two day festival, as well as a highly competitive car show. Locals tour the […]

Just Beneath The Surface

Just Beneath The Surface

Dandridge resident, Travis Hurdle, visited with children and parents last Wednesday as part of the Dandridge Library Summer Reading Program. Hurdle is an Archaeologist with Cultural Resource Analysts, Inc. (CRA) in Knoxville. Approximately 65 people were in attendance and the children appeared to thoroughly enjoy themselves. Hurdle had numerous artifacts on display and discussed both […]

One Card Does It All At Jefferson County Libraries

One Card Does It All At Jefferson County Libraries

The Jefferson County Public Library System will become one on July 1, 2013. This means one library card will be good at Dandridge, Jefferson City, Parrott-Wood, and White Pine libraries. Customers will have online access to Jefferson County Public Library System’s card catalog. The new features will enable customers access to search the card catalog, […]

Baptist Builders helping to restore historic Carson-Newman University gym

Baptist Builders helping to restore historic Carson-Newman University gym

Although summer means the mass dispersion of traditional college students from Carson-Newman University, its second oldest building is brimming with activity. This is the fourth summer for volunteers through Baptist Builders to provide construction and renovation assistance to the Baptist institution. They are working on restoring historic Butler-Blanc Gym to its former glory. “We at […]

Badcock & More Opens In Jefferson City, TN

Badcock & More Opens In Jefferson City, TN

Badcock & More officially opened its doors Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony held in front of its newest location.  The new Jefferson City business and staff was welcomed by the public,  local political leaders, officials and dignitaries.  The ceremony was orchestrated by The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. Badcock & More in Jefferson City […]

Scruggs Racks Up Double Music Awards

Scruggs Racks Up Double Music Awards

Kieran Scruggs of Talbott, a student at Jefferson Middle School, earned two music awards this past spring as a 7th grade band member. He placed second chair in the regional 2013 All-East Junior Clinic Band auditions on French Horn, and later also earned a superior rating in the Solo category at the East Tennessee Band […]

Lost Creek Band Performing at Lincoln Theater for Song Of The Mountains Concert fund raiser

Lost Creek Band Performing at Lincoln Theater for Song Of The Mountains Concert fund raiser

Lost Creek Band will be performing in Marion, VA this Saturday (22nd) at 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Theater with Dr Ralph Stanley for the Song Of The Mountains concert fund raiser for PBS TV.   Lost Creek Band was selected for this event after performing on the SOTM series February 2012. Lost Creek Band will appear on PBS […]