Fain Announces Candidacy for Republican Committeewoman
Betty Fain has announced her candidacy for Republican State Executive Committeewoman in the 8th State Senate District; including Claiborne, Grainger, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, and Union County. Betty was born and raised in Jefferson County where she has been actively involved in Republican politics throughout her adult life. She has held numerous positions over the years […]
Jennifer Inman Little Seeks Re-election As State Executive Committeewoman
Jennifer Inman Little announces her campaign for reelection as State Executive Committeewoman for the 8th Senate District. Jennifer currently serves Claiborne, Grainger, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson and Union Counties. Each senate district elects by ballot one man and one woman to serve on the state committee. Committeewoman Little has served in multiple county party leadership rolls […]
Vacation Spending Trends Down
While it is clear that the economic restraints of the recession that began late 2008 are lifting, it may not be moving out as quickly as many experts had hoped. Americans are planning to spend more money in 2014 than they did in 2013, however most of that increase is in necessary categories such as […]
Changes On Horizon For Dandridge
The Town of Dandridge will allow beer permits inside the Historical Town Square, following a meeting last week for a third and final reading on the issue. In a 4-2 vote, with Aldermen Kesterson and Thornhill voting No and Nelson absent, the language that prevented permits in the area due to proximity to a “gathering […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz this week is about lists. The head governmental hive will convene to look at pollination and the buzz is that some in the swarm are feeling a little waspish about the proposal. Buzzy Bees in the know are buzzing that having a honey jar that is half a million deep is the cause […]
Freezing Tomatoes
I am considering freezing some of our tomatoes and would like to know if this is a good way to keep them for winter? Frozen tomatoes will keep their flavor for around three or four months. If you need anything longer than that, it is best to can them. Corn will last longer and you […]
CLYDE CURBERSON
CLYDE CURBERSON, age 85, of Morristown, TN passed away Saturday afternoon, July 12, 2014 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. He was the son of the late Benjamin Harrison Curberson and Sophronia Lane Curberson; and was preceded in death by siblings, Alta Dockery, John, Charlie, Eugene, Jennie Ruth, and Albert Curberson. He is survived by […]
MARY JANE WHITE HARBIN BICKEL
MARY JANE WHITE HARBIN BICKEL, age 67 of New Market passed away peacefully at her home following a lengthy illness on Friday, July 11, 2014. She had a heart of gold and will be sadly missed. Preceded in death by husband, George Bickel and former husband, Tommy Harbin; sisters, Alice Patterson, Trudy Sayne, and Debbie […]
MELVINA H. LEWIS
MELVINA H. LEWIS, age 92 of Kodak, TN formerly of Ashland, KY and Ypsilanti, MI passed away Thursday, July 10, 2014. She was retired from A & P Supermarkets, where she worked for over 30 years in the meat department and had also worked at Empire, Vons and Busch’s Supermarkets. Melvina was born on August […]
Rep. Faison Lobbies For Beth-Car Recognition
State Representative Jeremy Faison was in attendance this past Sunday at Beth-Car United Methodist Church in White Pine. He came to present a declaration announcing the church as one of the oldest in the state of Tennessee. Several years after Methodism was first organized, a Methodist Society was organized at Beth-Car. This was around 1787 […]
Chief Justice Wade Visits Dandridge
The Vance Building in Dandridge hosted a meet and greet for Chief Justice Gary Wade of the Tennessee Supreme Court on Sunday, July 6, 2014. The bi-partisan event was well-attended, and all who came were encouraged to stay and enjoy refreshments throughout the early evening. State Representative Andrew Farmer introduced the Chief Justice, following remarks […]
BETTY LOU KING
BETTY LOU KING, age 86, passed away in her sleep at home in Knoxville, TN on July 8, 2014. Mrs. King was born in Knoxville, TN and lived most of her adult life in Morristown, TN before returning to Knoxville in 2004. She was preceded in death by her husband Charles N. King Jr., her […]
Tim “Pop” Seals Announces Candidacy For County Commission 5th District
Tim “Pop” Seals has announced he is a candidate for County Commission from the 5th District. Tim was born and raised in Jefferson County. As Zoning Officer for the county, Tim is familiar with local government as well as the issues affecting residents. Besides his work as zoning officer, Tim has served on several significant […]
Marcus Reed Announces Candidacy For County Commissioner, 10th District
Marcus Reed has announced his candidacy for County Commissioner for the 10th District. Reed retired as the Director of Jefferson County E911 in 2013 after serving the citizens of the County for almost eight years. He was instrumental in the design and construction of the County’s Emergency Services Center which was constructed under budget. Marcus […]
Solomon Announces Candidacy For Re-election To 5th District County Commission Seat
Sammy Solomon, current County Commissioner for Jefferson County’s 5th District has announced his candidacy for re-election. Solomon is a life-long resident of New Market. He is employed by Farrar Funeral Home in Jefferson City. Solomon strongly believes in giving back to his community through personal service and has spent his life serving the citizens of […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – Town of Dandridge Waterfront Master Plan
The Board and Mayor and Aldermen for the Town of Dandridge located in Dandridge, Tennessee, seeks design and community planning services for a Dandridge Waterfront Master Plan. Copies for the Request for Proposals Specifications can be obtained by contacting Town Administrator, Melissa Peagler at melissapeagler@gmail.com or calling 865-397-7420. All RFP’s must be submitted by 5:00 […]