Halloween Festivities and Rain
Will the Halloween festivities in Dandridge still go on if it rains? While businesses are giving out candy independently, I know for a fact that the Boo at the Vance Building will be a rain or shine event. Though it would be impossible to speak for every business that plans to give out candy, I […]
Why Do Birds Sit on Power Lines?
I have always wondered why birds sit on power lines. Is it to get or stay warm? Birds have a natural instinct to stay high away from predators. They scan for danger before ever moving. In a birds perspective, a power line is just like a long, perfect sized tree branch,just without all the troubles […]
Dandridge Halloween Celebrations
I was wondering if you know if anything will be going on in Dandridge for Halloween? I don’t like to take the kids house to house anymore but would like them to be able to trick or treat. There will be activities in downtown Dandridge on Halloween. Generally, festivities start around 5pm or so and […]
Birds on a Wire?
I have always wondered why birds sit on wires? I used to think that it was to keep warm but I have noticed that they do it in the summer too. The general consensus is that they huddle together for protection from predators, which is why they are in a group. It is likely that […]
When is Fall Break for Jefferson County?
When is the fall break for Jefferson County Schools this time? I have heard conflicting information on the length of time the children have off. The students and staff will be off on October 12th and 13th for fall break. Staff will return on the 14th but students will be off that day as well. […]
Long County Commission Meetings
I was at the last County Commission meeting and it seemed to last forever. It started late and after about three hours of accomplishing nothing the meeting let out. They didn’t even get to the last couple of items on the agenda and there were only four listed. Are there not guidelines in place that […]
Does Maury Middle School Have a Homecoming Queen?
I was wondering why Maury Middle School does not crown a homecoming queen? I believe that the other schools do, as does little league football and Jefferson County High School. It just seems odd that one school would not do what the others do. Is there not a policy for these type of things? The […]
When Can We Buy Pumpkins?
I was wondering when I will be able to purchase a pumpkin? I know that they are not out yet but will they be out soon? Actually, it will still be a couple of weeks yet before it is safe to by a pumpkin. The local pumpkin patches will be up and running around mid […]
Why Was There a Motorcade Sunday?
I was coming through Dandridge on Sunday and noticed a large motorcade. Can you tell me what that was about? Local Police and other First Responders were on the way to a memorial service for a local officer that passed away last week. The motorcade started in Jefferson City and ended at the Field of […]
Is There a Leaf Forecast Yet?
I know that it may be a little bit early but I was wondering if there is any leaf forecast out yet? Actually, a few local leaf watchers are predicting an early changing season this year. Already, a few spotty trees can be seen starting to change around town, as well as in the higher […]
Where Can I Get JCHS Football Season Tickets?
I have been wondering about how to go about purchasing season tickets for the Jefferson County High School Football games. Do you have any information on who I need to call? Schools will be fully staffed this week so you should be able to contact Jefferson County High School to purchase season tickets. When you […]
Is it Safe to Eat Fish from Douglas Lake?
Is there any real information on if it is safe to eat the fish on Douglas or Cherokee Lakes? I have heard that it is not safe and then I heard that it is. I would just like to know for sure. The best suggestion for information on the independent lakes can be found on […]
Where Do I Get School Information If The DOE Has Moved?
I heard recently that the Department of Education has moved out of their regular building. If I need to get information for the start of the school year where do I go? No official word has come down from the Department of Education. However, you can generally contact your child’s school for any information that […]
Jefferson County Classes of the 80s Reunion
I heard that there is going to be a reunion of the classes in the 1980s sometime this summer. I am not a member of Facebook and don’t want to be but know that there has been some information out there. Do you have any solid information about this reunion? According to social media, there […]
Are There Natural Mosquito Repellents?
I have been having a real issue with mosquitoes this year. It seems that despite the mostly dry weather, t we are constantly getting bitten. I know that you have probably answered this before but is there some natural way to get rid of mosquitoes? There are plants that repel mosquitoes, like citronella plants and […]
Why No Liquor Stores in Dandridge?
I recently read that there are going to be five liquor stores in Jefferson City. That seems like an awfully lot for one small city. Why are none of them considering locating in Dandridge? While Dandridge did pass the referendum on liquor by the drink, it did not include retail sales. Jefferson City passed both, […]
