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University’s Annual Operation Inasmuch Day

University’s Annual Operation Inasmuch Day

Carson-Newman University’s Shane Michael stocks shelves at Appalachian Ministries of the Smokies (AMOS). Michael was one of more than 300 members of the Carson-Newman community who took part in the University’s annual Operation Inasmuch day of service on Sept. 27. Teams banded together on service projects across the region including, Jefferson, Knox, Hamblen and Grainger […]

Carson-Newman Eagle Archers make statement in first competition, notch two Top 10 finishes

Carson-Newman Eagle Archers make statement in first competition, notch two Top 10 finishes

Carson-Newman’s Eagle Archers came out strong in their inaugural tournament competition on Sept. 21-22. The 2023 USA Archery South-East Collegiate Regional 3D Championships in Whitley County, Kentucky, hosted an Eagles squad that was ready to make a statement, with C-N’s Joseph Hickerson winning the first podium finish for the new program. “I am so proud of […]

Princeton Review: Carson-Newman one of the “Best in the South”

Princeton Review: Carson-Newman one of the “Best in the South”

Carson-Newman University is “academically outstanding and well worth consideration in your college search,” according to The Princeton Review in its recent college listings. The organization cited the University in its “2024 Best Colleges: Region by Region.” Placing Carson-Newman in its “South” category, The Princeton Review listing is uniquely based on data compiled from current students. […]

Sorting Out the Textbook Tangle – Letters To The Editor

Sorting Out the Textbook Tangle – Letters To The Editor

Sorting Out the Textbook Tangle: submitted by Annette Loy I am writing about the recent debate over the appropriateness of the content of new mathematics textbooks in Jefferson County Schools. Citizens from the Empower Jefferson group (VITAL POLICY – Empowered Jefferson Organized to Advance Conservative Public Policy in Jefferson County, Tennessee, Nov. 21, 2022) appeared […]

Two Influential Patriots Living on the Western Frontier When Jefferson County was Formed

Two Influential Patriots Living on the Western Frontier When Jefferson County was Formed

A presentation titled “Two Influential Patriots Living on the Western Frontier When Jefferson County was Formed – Alexander Outlaw and George Doherty” given by Jefferson County Historian Bob Jarnagin piqued the interest of members of the Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter (MDW), National Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), at the organization’s June meeting. Janagin […]

Chappell Certified As Senior Home Safety Specialist

Chappell Certified As Senior Home Safety Specialist

Chappell Certified As Senior Home Safety Specialist Jay Linx, Mobility Plus – Morristown, TN : “Congratulations to our General Manager, Megan Chappell, for becoming certified as a Senior Home Safety Specialist! She is now able to provide free in-home consultations to ensure your home is safe and fully accessible.”

Carson-Newman celebrates opening of Drama and Ted Russell Center, home to university’s School of Health Sciences

Carson-Newman celebrates opening of Drama and Ted Russell Center, home to university’s School of Health Sciences

Carson-Newman University officially opened the doors to its first new academic building in over a decade this morning. Hundreds gathered to celebrate the grand opening of the Drama and Ted Russell Center, home to the University’s School of Health Sciences. Along with a ribbon cutting, guests took part in self-guided tours of the facility. “What […]

National honor society elects Carson-Newman professor to board

National honor society elects Carson-Newman professor to board

Alpha Chi National College Honor Society announced that Carson-Newman University’s Dr. Kip Wheeler was re-elected to its board of directors. Wheeler, who serves as associate professor of English and sponsor of C-N’s Alpha Chi chapter, was one of four faculty in the country to be named and will serve a second four-year term as an […]

Martha Dandridge Garden Club Spread Beauty & History In Downtown Dandridge

Martha Dandridge Garden Club Spread Beauty & History In Downtown Dandridge

The Martha Dandridge Garden Club (MDGC) met on June15, at 9:00 am in the Revolutionary War Graveyard in Dandridge’s Historic Town Square. MDGC members spread fresh mulch in the flower gardens and rock gravel along the fence line in preparation for Dandridge’s June Jubilee on Saturday June 17. After the work was done, Jefferson County […]

Carson-Newman Delta Psi chapter induction honors first-generation students

Carson-Newman Delta Psi chapter induction honors first-generation students

Carson-Newman University celebrated first-generation college students during its second annual Tri-Alpha national honor society induction. The Delta Psi chapter inducted 16 students along with eight faculty and staff members.First-generation students are students whose parent(s) did not complete a four-year college or university degree. At Carson-Newman, 45% of students are first-generation. Carson-Newman President Charles A. Fowler […]

Martha Dandridge Garden Club (MDGC) Tour Baxter Gardens

Martha Dandridge Garden Club (MDGC) Tour Baxter Gardens

The Martha Dandridge Garden Club (MDGC) met at the Baxter Gardens in Fountain City, North Knoxville. Baxter Gardens is a private residence which opens its beautiful gardens to the public during the month of April as part of the Dogwood Arts Festival. Although the weather was cool and cloudy, garden club members enjoyed following the […]

AEC COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR EMILY WALLS AND DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST ROB BEVERLY SHINE WITH FIVE NATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS

AEC COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTOR EMILY WALLS AND DIGITAL MEDIA SPECIALIST ROB BEVERLY SHINE WITH FIVE NATIONAL COMMUNICATIONS AWARDS

Emily Walls, Appalachian Electric Cooperative’s Director of Communications, and Rob Beverly, Digital Media Specialist, have achieved an extraordinary feat by capturing five prestigious national Spotlight on Excellence Awards from the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association (NRECA). The ceremony, held in Jacksonville, Florida, recognized their exceptional talent, dedication and innovative contributions in the field of communications […]

Four announce retirements from Carson-Newman

Four announce retirements from Carson-Newman

JEFFERSON CITY, Tenn. – Four Carson-Newman faculty and staff members announced retirements this spring. The group, which was honored during a special campus reception, represents 111 years of combined service to the University. Those retiring are: Lynda Hill, assistant registrar – 39 years Phyllis Hoover, global education coordinator for International Services – 25 years Dr. Susan O’Dell Underwood, professor […]

Hog Heaven’s Annual Youth Shoot

Hog Heaven’s Annual Youth Shoot

Over 260 athletes from East and Middle TN along with 2 teams from KY participated. After the smoke cleared, four Patriot Shooter squads walked away with team honors and three individuals were the top shooter in their division. The five top Rookie shooters were Cora Cox, Nash Underwood, Reese Bennett, Sully Jones, and Jackson Nelms […]

AEC Celebrates Arbor Day with 18th Straight “Tree Line USA Utility” Certification

AEC Celebrates Arbor Day with 18th Straight “Tree Line USA Utility” Certification

Jefferson City, TN, April 28, 2023 – Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) celebrated Arbor Day on Friday, April 28, 2023, by receiving the “Tree Line USA Utility” certification from the Tennessee Forestry Division for the 18th consecutive year. The certification recognizes AEC’s commitment to maintaining rights-of-way and enacting the very best tree trimming principles. James Morgan, […]

Jefferson County Recognizes April 26 As National Drug Endangered Children Awareness Day

Jefferson County Recognizes April 26 As National Drug Endangered Children Awareness Day

The National Drug Endangered Children program with the TBI is a part of Rescue 180 preventive / intervention programs for Jefferson County, children who need a community to surround them with care. Today Mayor Mark Potts signed a proclamation to make Jefferson County a community that recognizes April 26th as National Drug Endangered Children Awareness […]