C-N’s ‘Finals Round Up’ is the cure for end of semester stress
A big sloppy kiss from a four-legged friend may be the key to forgetting the stress of dreaded finals, or perhaps a ride on a mechanical bull will send the stress flying. Carson-Newman University’s Counseling Services and Life Directions Center with cooperation from several other campus groups sponsored “the Finals Round Up” to help students […]
East Tennessee Beauty High And Low
The Swallowtail Butterfly is a beautiful sight and one that is fairly common in East Tennessee. In fact, Tennessee is fortunate to have around 130 species of butterflies hovering among its hills and valleys. The Zebra Swallowtail Butterfly is the State Butterfly of Tennessee and can be found across the State. In recent years, there has […]
Swann & Tubbs Winners of Patriot 5K
The first annual Patriot 5k took place this past Friday in Jefferson City. The race began and ended at the Jefferson County High School with a scenic route throughout the county. All age groups from fourteen years and up were invited to come and walk, run, or bike the course. The racers started out bright […]
Strawberry Plains Spring Festival
This last Friday Strawberry Plains held their annual Spring Festival at Rush Strong School. The Festival is held by the Strawberry Plains Community Alliance which takes part in many varying community enhancement initiatives. The organization is currently working towards reconstructing the community sidewalks ultimately in the down town area. All proceeds from Friday’s festival went […]
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 […]
UT Partners with community and student growers to offer Wednesday farmers market May 15, 2013
The UT Farmers Market will open Wednesday, May 15, 2013, at the University of Tennessee Gardens and will continue through October 23 every Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m. Local produce, music, food, crafts and children’s activities will be featured each week at the gardens’ location on the UT Institute of Agriculture campus off Neyland […]
Red Cross recognizes National Nurses Week
It’s National Nurses Week, May 6 – 12, a time set aside every year to recognize the many ways the nation’s nurses work to save lives and improve the health of millions. During National Nurses Week, the American Red Cross recognizes the more than 20,000 nurses and student nurses who serve the Red Cross today. […]
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 […]
“Knoxville’s Colonel John Williams and the War of 1812”
PROGRAM:“Knoxville’s Colonel John Williams and the War of 1812” A Brown Bag Lecture by Alex Brandau DATE: Noon, Wednesday, May 15, 2013 LOCATION: East Tennessee History Center 601 South Gay Street, Knoxville, TN 37902 ADMISSION: FREE | Attendees are encouraged to bring a “brown bag” lunch When war was declared against Great Britain in 1812, […]
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 […]
