February is Teen Dating Violence Month, This year’s theme is Love is…Respect
Valentine’s Day has always been associated with love and happiness. Healthy relationships consist of trust, honesty, respect, equality, and compromise.1 Unfortunately, teen dating violence—the type of intimate partner violence that occurs between two young people who are, or who were once in, an intimate relationship—is a serious problem in the United States. A national survey […]
Legislation aims to ensure transparency, full vetting and public input regarding guides to practice for all licensed professions in Tennessee
Senate Commerce and Labor Committee Chairman Jack Johnson (R-Franklin), Senate Government Operations Committee Chairman Mike Bell (R-Riceville) and Representative Dan Howell (R-Georgetown) held a press conference today to announce the introduction of new legislation to ensure transparency, full vetting and public input regarding “guides to practice” for all licensed professions in Tennessee. Guides to practice […]
Missing Morristown Juvenile, Christie Renee McGinnis
Officers are searching for a missing 17-year-old juvenile, Christie Renee McGinnis, who left her grandmother’s residence on Cleveland Avenue by unknown means. Christie is a white female, 5’1” tall and weighs approximately 120 pounds. She has brown hair and brown eyes. Anyone with information concerning her whereabouts is asked to contact police tonight through the […]
Mild Winter Could Give Bassmaster Elite Series Anglers Multiple Options at Cherokee
When B.A.S.S. announced it would be holding its first Bassmaster Elite Series event of the 2017 season on Cherokee Lake in the mountains of eastern Tennessee in February, some anglers wondered if they might need ice suits and heaters on the front decks of their boats just to stay focused on fishing. But Brandon Card, […]
Jefferson County 4-H Patriot Shooters Signup, March 2, 2017
The Jefferson County 4-H Patriot Shooters signup will be March 2, 2017 at 6pm at the UT Extension Office in Dandridge above the Dike. All participants must have passed the Hunter Safety class and be in the 4th grade or older.
Hunter Safety Class, Feb 17,18 & 25, 2017
Hunter Safety Class Feb 17 – 6pm to 9pm Feb 18 – 9pm to 4pm Feb 25 – 9pm to 4pm at: New Market Elementary School ALL PARTICIPANTS MUST REGISTER ONLINE Click HERE to register for the class.
David Day’s “Guide to Tolkien’s World: A Bestiary”
This week, I am reviewing a book that is more on the informative side of reading, though it is certainly fictional in nature: David Day’s Guide to Tolkien’s World: A Bestiary. I received this book as a gift from family, and let me just say, it is an incredible collection of information on some of […]
‘Creepy’ with a C
I have no problem admitting I am spelling impaired. In my opinion, Samuel Clemens was on to something when he said, “Simplified spelling is all right, but, like chastity, you can carry it too far.” Make no mistake, I know this means I have opened myself to criticism by a certain crusty, old English teacher […]
Beer Cheese Dip
Super Bowl Sunday is here! Are you looking for a great man-food appetizer? This dip fits the bill. Pair it with soft pretzels or pumpernickel bread for the perfect pregame snack. Ingredients: 1 pound American cheese (such as Velveeta), cut into cubes 1 cup whole milk 1 cup dark beer 1 T Worcestershire […]
US Lawns of Pigeon Forge, 107 Davis Hollow Rd Jefferson City, TN 37760– 10-temp F/T Landscape Laborers
U.S. Lawns of Pigeon Forge US Lawns of Pigeon Forge, 107 Wade Lane, Sevierville, TN 37876 – 10-temp F/T Landscape Laborers 4/1/17 -11/1/17. Cut, trim, edge & water lawns & flower beds; weed, plant & spread mulch; rake & blow leaves; clean up. Lift 50 lbs. Min 35 hrs/wk. Shifts vary 7am-5pm. Hrs/days may vary w/weather. […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Highway Commission Meeting, February 14, 2017
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given to all residents of Jefferson County, Tennessee and to all persons interested, that the regular meeting of the Jefferson County Highway Commission will be held on Tuesday, February 14, 2017 at 7:00 PM, at its office in the courthouse in Dandridge. This notice is given pursuant to the provisions […]
Jefferson County FCE Hosting Annual Quilt Show On March 18, 2017
Jefferson County FCE clubs will be hosting their annual Jefferson County Quilt Show on March 18, 2017 at the Jefferson County Rescue Squad Building 915 Industrial Park in Dandridge. Registration begins at 9:30-10:45, judging begins at 11:00-12:30 and public viewing starts at 12:45-2:00. Quilts may be picked up at 2:00. All residents in Jefferson County and FCE […]
Jefferson County Department Of Education Relies on PCS to Improve Network Capabilities and Meet Technology Mandates
It’s no secret that education at all levels is changing at a rapid pace, with new technology entering the classroom at rapid pace, helping to foster student growth and create additional learning opportunities. To keep pace with these changes, IT departments recognize that they must effectively and proactively manage their network to support the latest […]
UT Extension Classes 2017 – Are you looking to learn something new this year? Check out the classes UT Extension has to offer this winter and spring.
If you are interested in attending the classes, you need to pre-register by contacting the extension office at 865-397-2969 or svaden@utk.edu. Family and Consumer Science- Sarah White Vaden Take Charge of Your Diabetes Take Charge of Your Diabetes is a fun, skill-building program designed for persons with diabetes. The program helps individuals take day-to-day responsibility […]
Round Peg Round Hole
In case you hadn’t noticed, sometimes life makes me say, “Really?” It happened again this past week, and I was left shaking my head, wondering if perhaps I had slipped into the Twilight Zone. It started with a garbage container at a barbecue fast food restaurant. Thought had apparently been put into making this container. […]
Slow Cooker Macaroni and Cheese
I absolutely adore my slow cooker. Anything that can make the daily activities of my life easier is definitely a blessing. My daughter recently requested macaroni and cheese for dinner, so I thought why not try it in the slow cooker? It turned out great and wonderfully creamy. The only downfall is that this is […]