Large Fire Early Friday At Luxury Log Home Builder
Early Friday morning, Hearthstone, Inc., a builder of log homes located between Dandridge and Newport on Hwy 25/70, was the scene of a large fire which destroyed a building containing timber. According to officials, when fire crews arrived, the building was fully involved and had taken approximately 75% of the structure already. Firefighters were able […]
Just Passing Through
A Black Bear Sow and three Black Bear Cubs have been spotted passing through the Green Hill Road area near Dandridge, Wednesday, July 20, 2016 as reported to The Post by TWRA Officer Wayne Rich. According to Rich, the same bear and cubs have made the trek from Smokies Stadium in Kodak to Dumplin Loop […]
County Commission Honors Ms. Lura Hinchey By Resolution
Jefferson County Commissioners met for their Regular Quarterly Session on Monday, July 18, 2016 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Vice Chair Kesterson presided over the meeting in the absence of Chairman Carmichael. Also absent were Commissioners Blevins and McGraw. Following the approval of the minutes, with a motion from Commissioner Scarlett and 2nd from […]
Local Sanctuary Provides Safe Haven to Wolf-Dogs
Nestled between the forested landscapes of Dandridge is a unique experience known as Wolf Paws. Wolf Paws is a positive awareness wolf-dog sanctuary that is currently home to six animals rescued from around the area. Most of the animals have been saved from shelters or abandonment that comes with the stigma of being called a […]
The Lake Was Shakin’ Again In 2016
The lake was shakin’ and the dike was rockin bluegrass style, as Shakin’ the Lake 2016 came to town. This year, in addition to the fantastic display of fireworks that always illuminate Douglas Lake and the festivities at The Point Marina, the town side of the lake had some new things to offer. Red, White […]
White Pine School to Get New Portable for Food Warming Station
Concern regarding the method that students will receive their lunches during the renovation and addition to White Pine School has risen among parents. But, those concerns were answered during last week’s school board meeting when the School Board, at the request of Director of Jefferson County Schools Business Affairs Phagan, gave their approval for the […]
Legacy Theatre hosts Zion Dance Company in their production of #KWYA and You Are Special, July 15 & 16, 2016
Legacy Theatre is excited to once again host Zion Dance Company in their production of #KWYA and You Are Special. Zion is an exciting and skilled company of dancers that have encouraged and inspired all ages in their performances. #KWYA (Know Who You Are) is a work designed to challenge the way we think about […]
Search Continues For Missing Douglas Lake Boater
The search for a missing Douglas Lake boater enters its fifth day following a swimming incident this past Tuesday. On Tuesday, June 21 around 11:30 a.m., John King, age 74 of Englewood Fla. who also has a home on Scenic Shores Drive in Dandridge, was onboard a pontoon boat near Henderson Island on Douglas Lake […]
Broadband Feasibility Study Completed
Residential and commercial members have provided input; now the evaluation process begins. A couple of area utilities and several municipalities have joined together to carefully consider the viability of delivering gigabit Internet connectivity via a fiber-optic network to homes and businesses in parts of Jefferson and Hamblen counties. Acting in a shared-cost partnership effort, Appalachian […]
Dandridge June Jubilee 2016 This Saturday, June 18th
Something exciting is coming to downtown Dandridge, as June Jubilee 2016 makes it way to town on Saturday June 18th. The event will kick off at 10 am and the action won’t stop until the final note is played around 8pm. Vendors will line Main Street in the historic town square offering a wide selection […]
Haslam Issues Statement on Guidance Released by U.S. Departments of Justice, Education
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today issued the following statement on the guidance to schools released by the U.S. Departments of Justice and Education: “The White House itself has said what they issued last week is not an enforcement action and does not make any additional requirements under the law. Congress has the authority to write […]
We’re Back – A Poem By Janie Slaton
We’re Back Push harder! You can do it! “Hello, Sky. I’ve missed you! There’s the sun in the east– Morning has broken!” Mangled, twisted, weak-kneed sprouts Anxiously face the March lion wind, Resolutely withstand April’s last hard freeze, For their efforts will be evidenced When the peonies scream in May, “Hello, Spring! We’re back!” With […]
Tennova Healthcare Nurses Recognized for Excellence
In recognition of National Nurses Week, 47 registered nurses from Tennova Healthcare were honored at the 2016 Nurse Excellence Awards Dinner at the Knoxville Convention Center on May 9. National Nurses Week begins each year on May 6 and ends on May 12, Florence Nightingale’s birthday. Sponsored by the Regional Cooperative for Professional Nurses, the Nurse […]
EDOC, White Pine School, Commission Policy – Topics Of Quarterly Meeting
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Quarterly Voting Session on Monday, April 18, 2016 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Carmichael. All members were present for Roll Call. Minutes from the March 17th meeting were Approved with a Motion from Commissioner Scarlett and 2nd from […]
Girl Scouts Deliver Cookie Donations to Military
More than 22,000 boxes of Girl Scout Cookies are on the way to members of the U.S. armed forces within the local Girl Scout Council of the Southern Appalachians jurisdiction thanks to generous cookie customers and hardworking girls. Girl Scouts delivered a major portion of those cookies to the U.S. Army National Guard on Thursday, April 14 at […]
Budget Committee Faces $2.3 Million Deficit As Department Requests Roll In
The numbers are in and the Jefferson County Budget Committee got its first look at funding requests for the 2016/17 fiscal year, on Tuesday evening. Uncontrolled expenses, such as recent salary increases for County employees and costs associated with benefits, coupled with departmental “additional needs”, which includes everything from vehicles to additional employees and equipment, […]
