Carson-Newman honors Arrowmont’s Bill May with Appalahcian Award
Carson-Newman University has announced Bill May as the 2014 recipient of the Outstanding Educational Service to Appalachia Award. The honor, now in its 25th year, will be presented on Tuesday, April 1, at a special 7:30 p.m. event in the University’s Appalachian Center. The event is free and open to the public. Throughout its history, […]
Walters State Community College New Student Orientation, April 8, 2014
Walters State Community College will hold new student orientation April 8 at its Morristown campus. Sessions begin at 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. Students may attend orientation to register for summer or fall classes. Before attending orientation, students must first apply and receive a notice of acceptance from Walters State. Applications are available online at […]
Lyke New Fashion Show
Group Photo – Appearing Front L/R – Teagan Carroll, Kaitlyn Sands, Andrianna Young Row 2 – Gabrielle Ranzino, Rocio J. Auila-Olguin, Kierra Cameron Row 3 – Hannah Jackson, Victoria Ogle, Autumn Gentry Row 4 – Nicole Minton, Callie Bush Row 5 – Sarah Parrish, Tori Wilkin Jefferson County High School students were entertained during lunch […]
Patriots Win Big, 10-4
One night after needing an incredible play by Trevor Whitley to defeat Morristown East, 4-3, the Jefferson County Patriots saved the drama for another night. Jefferson County used a big sixth inning to defeat the Hurricanes with somewhat ease as the Patriots “Stomped The Plate” six more times than did Morristown East to claim a […]
House Expands Second Amendment Rights For Tennesseans
House Republican lawmakers moved forward this week with several pieces of legislation aimed at expanding the Second Amendment rights of Tennesseans, with all four measures being backed by the National Rifle Association. The first measure, House Bill 1404, clarifies a bill passed last year which allows individuals to carry their firearms safely secured in the […]
Patriots Hold On, Top East 4-3
The story of Jefferson County’s young baseball season so far has been, jump out to an early lead and hold on at the end to get a win. The Patriots have been able to do just that in three of their last four ball games. Monday night was no different, as the Patriots held a […]
Welcome Spring
Following months of particularly harsh winter weather, Spring has finally arrived. The Vernal Equinox will arrive locally this year on Thursday, March 20, 2014 at 12:57 p.m. Generally associated with one of two times of the year when the day and night are equal, actually that distinct divide rarely falls on the actual Vernal Equinox. […]
MARY K. HAYNES
Mary K. Haynes, age 87, of Jefferson City, TN passed away peacefully following a brief illness at Jefferson Memorial Hospital on Wednesday, March 19, 2014. She was a devoted member of Martha Davis Baptist Church, and also enjoyed visiting Young’s Memorial A.M.E. Zion Church frequently. Mary Kate was born April 30, 1926 to the late […]
RONALD A CASE
RONALD A CASE, age 71, of Dandridge passed away peacefully after a short illness early Tuesday morning, March 18, 2014 in Knoxville, TN. He was a longtime active member of Shady Grove United Methodist Church in Dandridge. Survivors include his wife, Sara Beth Case; daughters Beth Case of Frankfort, KY, and Rebecca (Greg) Rainey of […]
TWRA REGION 4 FISHING REPORTS
CHEROKEE TAIL WATER March 12, 2014 Tail water elevation was 922.52 feet as of March 12, 2014 at 7 AM. Average hourly discharge rate was 209 cfs. Surface temperature measured at 8:30 AM below the dam was 42 degrees. Next day release schedules are available by 6 PM of the current day. Summary: The tailrace […]
Blakeleigh Rone Act Passes House With Unanimous Support From State Lawmakers
Legislation sponsored by State Representative Jeremy Faison (R–Cosby) aimed at helping the parents of newborns in the state receive proper training in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) techniques passed the House of Representatives this week with full support from both parties. The bill, named in honor of the late Blakeleigh Rone of Cocke County who passed away […]
2014 Jefferson County FCE Quilt Show, March 27, 2014 at FBC Dandridge
The 2014 Jefferson County FCE Quilt Show will be Thursday, March 27th at the First Baptist Church in Dandridge. The Family and Community Education (FCE) Clubs of Jefferson County host this show for the community. Entry is open to all residents of Jefferson County and all FCE Club members from any county. The public is […]
‘Living Well with Chronic Conditions’ Offered Free, March 31, 2014
Beginning March 31st, “Living Well with Chronic Conditions” will be offered FREE as a 6 session series. This program will offer tips and skills to help individuals manage problems common to chronic health conditions as well as skills to work effectively with health care professionals. The program also helps individuals take day-to-day responsibility for the […]
Biblical Times Theater Kicks off new season with New show
The Biblical Times Dinner Theater in Pigeon Forge has kicked off its second full season with a new show featuring amazing holographic technology and a meal of Biblical proportions. The new show is entitled “Moses Mountain of God” The show is a unique Biblical production that combines live performers with amazing holograph technology. Written by […]
Dandridge Community Trust Holds Annual Membership Meeting
Dandridge Community Trust held its Annual Membership Meeting at Appalachian Training Center for Healing Arts on Monday, March 17, 2014 at 6:00 p.m.. The meeting was called to order by Trust President Jim Everett, who began by wishing the gathering a “Happy St. Patrick’s Day” and thanking Ritchie Ridley and his staff for the use […]