New Action Bracelets Makes Memory Making Easy, Fun
Vacations and getaways are about making memories, and at the Wilderness at the Smokies, Tennessee’s largest indoor and outdoor waterpark resort in Sevierville, Tenn., that just got easier. The resort just introduced Action Bracelets, a state-of-the-art photo capturing system that sends pictures directly to the cell phone of the Wilderness at the Smokies’ guest who […]
UT Gardens August 2013 Plant of the Month: Common crapemyrtle
Known as the “Lilac of the South,” common crapemyrtle (Lagerstroemia indica) is truly a southern garden staple. It’s found in practically every southern landscape and adds multi-season interest to the garden. Depending on cultivar, the showy summer flowers bloom between late spring and early fall and flower colors range from white, pink, orchid, purple and […]
LOCAL SORORITY WINS AWARDS AT NATIONAL LEVEL
Carson-Newman’s Gamma Sigma Sigma national service sorority, brought home seven awards from the 31st National Convention held this year in St. Louis, Missouri. Caitlin Taylor, President, and Autumn Jackson, national representative, were there to accept the national awards on behalf of the Gamma Pi chapter. The awards included the District Five Gold Star Award, the […]
The Pink Pig, A Great Way To Make, Munch & Mingle
If you’re looking for a cheap and fun activity this summer before school starts back or for the upcoming holidays, look no further. Centered in downtown Morristown, The Pink Pig pottery studio offers a wide array of creative, affordable fun. Everyone is welcomed and encouraged to pick out any barren piece of pottery and paint […]
Farm Bureau Insurance “Farmer Charlie” Shoots Commercial in Downtown Dandridge
Dandridge Streets were alive with action on Wednesday afternoon as the Farm Bureau and their iconic spokes figure Farmer Charlie came to Town to shoot their newest advertising piece. Dan Batey, Vice President of Corporate Communication for the Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee, stated that location scouts had identified the Town as a prime background […]
Carson-Newman University begins Organizational Leadership Program
Carson-Newman University recently announced a new Bachelor of Science degree in organizational leadership for working adults. Launched this summer, the Organizational Leadership Program is accepting students for the fall semester. Designed to be completed in as little as 18 months, the program is offered entirely online. “Our emphasis on leadership is unique,” said Dr. Paul […]
ALPS Walk To Remember
On Saturday, July 27, 2013, hundreds of people turned out early for the 8 AM 22nd Annual Walk to Remember, which is the ALPS Adult Day Services largest fundraiser of the year. Licensed by the State of Tennessee and a recipient of United Way funding from Hamblen and Jefferson counties, ALPS Adult Day Services provides […]
23nd Annual Mountain Music Kids Bass Tournament
This year’s tournament was held Saturday, July 28, at the Douglas Dam Camping Ground. There was a wonderful turn out to the 23nd Annual Mountain Music Kids Bass Tournament, and well over 350 children entered the tournament, drawing a crowd of over 3,000 people. It was the mother of 15 year old Evan, a young […]
Back To School Bash
It is only the month of July, but for many children in our area, Saturday was better than Christmas. The Captive Free Ministries hosted the Back –to- School bash on Saturday July 27, 2013. The event was set to begin at 11, but knowing that the lines would be long, participants began lining up at […]
Garden Club meets to collect donations for Random Acts of Flowers
The Dandridge garden club met Thursday at the Dandridge Senior Center for their monthly meeting. In the meeting they focused on a charity called Random Acts of Flowers by collecting vases and various materials that could be used to make floral arrangements. Random Acts of Flowers is a non-profit charity improving mental health through the […]
Local Teachers and Students Become Park Rangers
Great Smoky Mountains Park officials announce the completion of two unique summer programs engaging selected high school students and teachers as park rangers. The Teacher-Ranger-Teacher and the High School Student Intern programs are six-week paid work experiences where participants learn a great deal about the park through on-site training exercises that enable them to perform […]
On the Road with the Rambling Reporter: Myrtle Beach
Springmaid Beach Resorts is an oasis amidst all the attractions of Myrtle Beach. Springmaid is a family friendly resort spread across 27 lush acres on the quieter south end of Myrtle Beach’s Ocean Boulevard. The resort has recently undergone a $7 million renovation that included redecorating nearly 500 rooms. The resort features a quarter mile […]
KECK ELECTED CHAIRMAN
Daryle Keck, President and CEO of First Peoples Bank has been elected Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Southeastern School of Commercial Lending. Mr. Keck has been with First Peoples Bank since 1986 and is Chairman of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. Info about The Southeastern School of Commercial Lending The Southeastern […]
Keep Tennessee Beautiful Hires New Executive Director
Keep Tennessee Beautiful (KTnB) announces that Melissa “Missy” Marshall has assumed the position of executive director of the state affiliate of Keep America Beautiful Inc. Marshall comes to KTnB with more than 20 years of experience in public service. She began her career in state government as a public health educator for the Tennessee Department […]
American Red Cross Launches New App to Recruit Volunteers
The American Red Cross is launching the Team Red Cross App, which allows people to sign up to help, get an overview on basic tasks and receive notifications about Red Cross disaster volunteer opportunities in their community. “When people see an emergency happening in their community, they often want to help but may not know […]
Carson-Newman University names Percy as new MBA director
Dr. Paul Matthew Percy joins Carson-Newman University as the new Ted Russell distinguished professor of business and director of the MBA and organizational leadership programs. Percy served as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at King University in Bristol prior to joining Carson-Newman. He began his career at King as an assistant professor of […]
