Grimaldi Takes 1st Place In Regional 4-H Competition
All Saints’ Episcopal School fifth grader, Caitlyn Grimaldi, competed in the regional 4-H demonstration competition on Thursday, May 9, 2013. She competed against more than 10 other county winners from East Tennessee. She won the competition with her demonstration on “How to Make a Milkshake!”
O’Quinn Receives Eagle Scout Designation
Jacob O’Quinn achieves Eagle Scout on May 11, 2013 at First Baptist Church Jefferson City,Tn. Jacob was the 90th Eagle Scout of Troop 76 that received the Eagle Scout. Pictured here with his Father Scott O’Quinn and His Mother LaDuska O’Quinn. A small Reception was held after the ceremony.
Antique & Collector Car Enthusiasts Fill Streets Of Historic Downtown Dandridge Saturday
The Historic Town Square in Dandridge was rumbling with energy on Saturday, as antique and collector cars of various vintage came to town. Cruisin’ and Groovin’ has become an annual event and, despite questionable weather, was a great success. Beautiful automobiles lining the streets, frequent drawing for give aways and good music were just a […]
Dandridge PTO Receives $2500 Match From Modern Woodmen
Dandridge Elementary School is working hard on school beautification and providing quality outdoor space for learning. Last week, Modern Woodmen of America gave their plans a financial boost with a matching donation of $2,500 toward their goals. With the recent removal of portables from the school grounds, there is now space for a sustainable garden that will […]
2013 Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series Kicked Off With Smooth “Tennessee Weather”
The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series kicked off on Saturday evening. Local favorite band Grits gave the first performance of the six month series and the crowd braved the cool May evening to enjoy some great music down on the farm. Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series is an annual event in Jefferson County and brings […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative Donates Dogwood To County Emergency Services
Appalachian Electric Cooperative donated a tree to the new Emergency Services Combination building that houses County E-911, EMS and EMA. For the eighth year, AEC has been named a “Tree Line USA” utility by the Arbor Day Foundation. The designation is one that the company is proud of and the Friday morning ceremonial tree planting […]
Letter To The Editor
LETTER TO THE EDITOR Submitted by: Dale C. Allen Dear Editor: Jefferson County Commission has cancelled funding the proposed Megasite. Jefferson County’s citizens should understand this did not occur because of Valley Home area farmers and homeowners selfishly opposing use of their land. The Megasite’s demise occurred after an opportunity for proper study and consideration […]
Carson-Newman students throw luau for nursing home residents
Carson-Newman University nursing students held a luau for residents of the Jefferson County Nursing Home on Monday, April 29. “We have seen residents smile and laugh — residents we have never even seen smile or laugh before,” said Director of Nursing at the Nursing Home, Samantha Warren. The party celebrated the end of the sophomore […]
Carson-Newman hosts BOOST 5k Color Run
Carson-Newman University hosted a local 5k color run, raising almost $1,000 for the Bonner Out of School Time (BOOST) after school program. The Carson-Newman Mortar Board honor society hosted the colorful fun run to benefit the Bonner after school program as part of the Carson-Newman re-Action Project. The project encourages campus groups to raise money […]
Carson-Newman Honors Program celebrates 50 years
Fifty years ago, Dr. Paul Brewer began a tradition of excellence and academic achievement at Carson-Newman University for the University’s brightest and most engaged students. “I started the honors program a long time ago when I was carrying a 15-hour teaching load. I was assistant football coach and had a wife and three little boys,” […]
Samuel Doak Chapter NSDAR Scholarships Awarded
The Samuel Doak Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Scholarship was awarded by Mary Jane Coleman, Samuel Doak Chapter’s Scholarship Chairman on April 25, 2013. This Scholarship is offered to a senior student at Morristown Hamblen High School-East, Morristown Hamblen High School-West, Jefferson County High School, and Grainger County High School. The winner […]
Dandridge Library Welcomes Author Ginger Burchett
Local Author, Ginger Burchett at the Dandridge Library signing her book: History Tidbits of Jefferson County Tennessee 1940 thru 1975
Jefferson County 4-H Shooters Host Annual Banquet & Auction
The Jefferson County 4-H Patriot Shooters held their much anticipated annual auction and banquet Saturday evening. The shooters were busy as hosts to over 200 in attendance who came out to eat and bid. Coach and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Officer Wayne Rich saw his team win a National Team Championship last year as well as […]
Jefferson County Tomorrow Updates Members On Recent County Developments
Article Submitted by Annette Loy Jefferson County Tomorrow members met Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at New Market School. The purpose of the meeting was to provide citizens with an update on recent county developments of interest to the group. Several members of the Save Our Farms and Homes group(SOFAH) were also in attendance. […]
Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Season Kicks Off May 11th
The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series kicks off the 2013 Season Saturday May 11th featuring two very entertaining groups: Cruiser Mike and Hot Asphalt along with local favorite GRITS From Dumplin Valley, who will have plenty of their highly acclaimed debut TN Weather CD on hand for a special price of only $9. This event […]
Historic Mossy Creek District Elects New Officers
The Historic Mossy Creek District Board of Directors is continuing to work to revitalize downtown Jefferson City in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce and local city government. The non-profit organization recently elected new officers who will provide leadership for the efforts to move a plan forward that proposes to add a new festival area, […]
