Tastes Like Groundhog
The recent snap of bitterly cold weather has given me a lot of time to think and that is both good and bad. First, I want to commend the First Responders in Jefferson County for the tremendous job that they did when the snow and ice hit the ground last week. It was a mess […]
Yes, I can hear your snickers
Have you ever had one of those moments where during the process of judging someone’s actions you realize you’re doing the same thing? Say, for instance, you’re complaining about all the people at the grocery store buying milk and bread before a snow storm only to realize that you’re only mad because you are there […]
Saucy Pork Tenderloin
There’s nothing like a rich, buttery sauce to accompany sliced pork tenderloin. That’s what you get with this recipe. The pork is first marinated, allowing it to absorb the flavors, then the sauce is cooked, with butter added at the end. Yum! Pair this dish with roasted broccoli and hasselback potatoes for a satisfying meal. […]
Cinderella’s Closet – Oakland United Methodist Church Helps Lighten The Load of Prom
The weather outside is freezing and while most are lost in thoughts of warm fires and hot coffee, others in the community are looking forward to a warmer time- Prom Season! It is a milestone in the lives of many local teens, a night of beautiful dresses, limo rides and fancy meals shared with friends. […]
Scared Of His Own Shadow
Today, February 2, 2014, marks the annual tradition of Groundhog Day, when Punxsutawney Phil, the famed forecasting groundhog, will supposedly indicate whether or not we will receive 6 more weeks of winter. As the tradition states, if Phil emerges from his burrow and sees his shadow, then 6 more weeks of winter are on the […]
Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk This Super Bowl Sunday
The Tennessee Department of Transportation, Governor’s Highway Safety Office, Tennessee Titans and Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security are once again teaming up to remind Tennessee football fans that real Fans Don’t Let Fans Drive Drunk this Super Bowl weekend. “We want you to have a good time but more importantly we want you […]
BETTY JEAN STUBBLEFIELD FARLEY
BETTY JEAN STUBBLEFIELD FARLEY, age 79, went home to be with the Lord on February 2, 2014. She was the youngest of nine children, who have all preceded her in death, born to Ernest William and Mattie Ida Stubblefield. Betty was a long time resident of Morristown, TN, but did spend her last four months […]
William Leonard Schmitt
William Leonard Schmitt, Master Sergeant Illinois State Police Ret., 71, passed away February 1, 2014 at Jefferson County Nursing Home in Dandridge, TN. Bill served with the State Police for 31 years, retiring in 2001. He was passionate about protecting the lives of those on the highways and local communities. Bill was also the recipient […]
New Report Chronicles Growth of Online Learning in Higher Education
The number of students in the United States enrolled in at least one online course has increased faster than overall enrollment growth in higher education, a new report from the state Comptroller’s office shows. The report, released today by the Comptroller’s Offices of Research and Education Accountability (OREA), found that between 2002 and 2010, the […]
Patriots Hold Off Determined Hurricanes
In a game that was much closer than many anticipated, Jefferson County held on to stay perfect in district play, 72-66. Morristown East came in to the contest 3-19 overall, but winners in 2 of their last 3 games and led 21-13 at the end of the first quarter. Jefferson County would respond in the […]
Women’s golf takes to PGA course to open spring season
Carson-Newman women’s golf team will hit the links at the renowned Cougar Point Country Club at Kiawah Island in South Carolina to begin its spring season Saturday morning. The country club, and more specifically the Ocean Course, has played host to the PGA Championship. Carson-Newman head women’s golf coach Suzanne Strudwick hopes the course and […]
C-N looks to snap three-game road losing streak at Catawba
Carson-Newman (11-6, 8-5 South Atlantic Conference) searches for its first road win in nearly a month when it travels to Salisbury, N.C. for a Saturday matchup with Catawba (5-12, 5-8 SAC). The Eagles have lost three consecutive on the road (Queens, Tusculum and Anderson most recently 83-81 Wednesday night). C-N’s last win away from Holt […]
Track and Field opens season at Tiger Indoor
Carson-Newman’s men’s and women’s track and field teams will be on display for the first time this year at the Tiger Indoor Invitational in Sewanee, Tenn. The Eagles look for another stellar season from junior long jumper Cassadine Blassingame. He brought home golf medals in the event five times a year ago and is the […]
Representative Faison meets with Commissioner Phillips to discuss unemployment issues
State Representative Jeremy Faison(R-Cosby) met with the Department of Labor and Work Force Development Commissioner, Burns Phillips on Wednesday afternoon to discuss the unemployment issues that affect our state. Representative Faison wanted to address the high volume of calls that he has received in his office during the past several weeks. He also wanted to […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Urban Growth Committee Meeting, Feb 5, 2014
PUBLIC NOTICE The Jefferson County Urban Growth Committee will meet on February 5, 2014 at 5:00 p.m. in the Historic Courthouse, Dandridge, Tennessee. The purpose of this meeting is discussion and action related to expanding certain boundaries. 01/31/2014 – 02/05/2014
FRANK WESLEY KINKEAD
FRANK WESLEY KINKEAD, age 80, of Jefferson City, TN, born December 12, 1933, passed away at Life Care of Jefferson City on Thursday, January 30, 2014. He was a member of Oakland Baptist Church and served on several committees. He was a union carpenter and belonged to the Tri-State Carpenters and Joiners. He was a […]