Will There Be Fireworks July 4th?
I was wondering if they are planning to have fireworks on the 4th of July in Dandridge? I have family coming from out of town and would like to take them to a firework show but do not want to travel far. Actually, there will be fireworks in Dandridge but not on the 4th of […]
2015-2016 School Calendar
I am trying to locate a school calendar for next year to make vacation plans. Do you have one? I think that I saw one on the Post earlier this year. Sure. You can just click on the news button and it will take you back through all news stories. You can also use the […]
Will June Jubilee Cost Money?
Do you know if there is a cost of admission for June Jubilee? June Jubilee is a free street fair and there is not a cost for admission or bands. If you wish to purchase food or buy from the various vendors, then you should bring some cash. The play area is also free but […]
Textbook Worries
I am confused about the textbooks that are not being purchased this year for students due to cutting the budget. Can they legally get away with not having textbooks and will it not hurt the students? The textbooks that were slotted to be replaced this year were math books. According to information provided by the […]
Have We Seen the Last Cold Snap?
Was this latest cold spurt blackberry Winter and are we finally finished with the “Winter” cold snaps? While it is common in East Tennessee and the South in general to assign names to cold periods that occur after Spring has begun, there is not really anyway to determine if this is blackberry Winter or another […]
A Stinky Situation
What is the best way to get rid of stink bugs? I feel like they have overrun my house and they are driving me crazy. According to experts, stink bugs don’t like being inside your house any more than you want them there. They are waking up and want to get outside. If you try […]
Porch Floral Decoration – Mother-in-Law Tongue
I am looking for a good plant to go outside on my front porch and was wondering if Mother in Law Tongue would do well. I understand that it is generally an indoor plant but I think that it would look nice. Also known as a snake plant, Mother in Law’s Tongue is a sub […]
Fresh Tomatoes
I am considering purchasing one of those upside down tomato plant hangers and was wondering if you know if they actually produce. They seem a little odd to me but I just simply have no room in my yard for planting, now that I have moved, and cannot imagine a year without fresh tomatoes. Some […]
How Old Should a Child be Before Getting a Computer
Since you are an online paper, I thought I would ask for some advise on how old a child needs to be before they get their own computer. My husband and I disagree on this issue somewhat and could use another opinion. As with many issues in parenting, much depends on the individual child. Many […]
Are Gophers and Groundhogs the Same Thing?
I have a rather strange question. Are gophers and groundhogs the same thing? This has become a point of debate at our home and we haven’t found any reliable information. We have a bet riding on this so I am hoping that you know the answer. I don’t know which side you were on in […]
When Will the Wheel Tax Increase Take Place?
I know that the County has increased the wheel tax and it is now double what it was. I have not read anywhere when this increase will go into place? Should the wheel tax increase not go to referendum, it will go into effect on July 1, 2015. If it does go to vote, it […]
Will Flowering Trees Be Sparse This Year?
I have become a little concerned about my red bud trees because they just don’t seem to be as colorful as years past. Now I am wondering if I should expect all my flowering trees to be sparse this year and if there is something that I can do? Late hard winter weather has some […]
Will Make-Up Snow Days Affect Easter Break?
We are currently making plans for Easter weekend and were wondering if any decision has been made about make up snow days. I know that they are over three days and want to know if they will be in school during the time that was supposed to be Easter break? Although they did miss three […]
Why Did the County Commission Meet Twice?
I was curious as to why the County Commission met twice this week. I was planning to attend their meeting and ask a couple of questions about some things going on in the County but I missed the meeting because I though it was this upcoming week. Why the change? Generally, the Jefferson County Commission […]
Do Out of State Children Need Fishing Licenses?
My grandsons are coming in to visit us for Spring Break and we are planning to take them fishing. I know that children that live in Tennessee are not required to have a fishing license but I was wondering if that extends to out of state children, as well? According to Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency, […]
How Much Snow Will March See?
I am aware that of the blizzard of 1993 but was wondering what the general amount of snowfall that can be expected in March will be? I personally am ready for some warm temperatures and have had my fill of snow for the year. Should I be on the lookout for more in March? Blizzard […]
