Kazee-Hollifield moves into tie for 20th on all-time wins list as Eagles split with Coker
Carson-Newman (20-6, 1-1 South Atlantic Conference) earned a doubleheader split with Coker (12-9, 1-1 SAC) to open up SAC play Saturday afternoon at the Vickee Kazee-Hollifield Softball Complex. The Eagle gave up six unanswered runs in a 6-4 defeat in game one before rallying for a 4-0 shutout victory in the second half of the […]
Repass Announces Run For Sessions Judge
W. Keith Repass has announced his candidacy for General Sessions Court Judge for Jefferson County in the May Republican Primary election. The General Sessions Judge handles civil, traffic, and criminal matters and also presides over the Juvenile and Probate Courts. Repass has served as the municipal judge for Jefferson City since 2000, and as a […]
Samuel Doak Chapter attends East TN NSDAR Luncheon
The Annual East Tennessee Daughters of the American Revolution Spring Luncheon in Johnson City, Tennessee, on March 8, 2014, was held at the Johnson City Country Club. Six Samuel Doak Chapter NSDAR Members attending the luncheon were L to R front row: Ellen Betts, and Librarian Jane Hersch, back row: Barbara Baker, First Vice Regent […]
GENEVIEVE “GENNY” WELCH
Genevieve “Genny” Welch, age 79, of Talbott, TN passed away Saturday, March 15, 2014. Preceded in death by husband, Bobby Welch; son, Ricky Welch. She attended Mount Vale Church of God. Survivors include sisters, Mary Ellen Yates of Erwin, TN, Geraldine (Frank) Gass of Jefferson City, TN and Barbara (Harlon) Arnold of Jonesborough, TN; brother, […]
Successful Season Ends in State Quarterfinals
The most successful season in Jefferson County history came to an end Wednesday afternoon as the Patriots fell to Oak Ridge in the quarterfinals of the TSSAA state tournament, 66-45. Jefferson County head coach said “They were the better team, they beat us.” He added “There have not been many times I’ve been able to […]
GOP LINCOLN-REAGAN DAY DINNER SET FOR MARCH 21
The Jefferson County Republican Party is holding its annual Lincoln-Reagan Day Dinner on March 21st at Stokely Memorial Cafeteria. Doors will open at 6:00 pm with dinner served at 6:30 pm. The guest speaker this year is Mr. Dennis Boggs with an educational and entertaining presentation detailing the life and times of our 16th president. […]
Maury Middle School Announces Speech Contest Winners
Thirty-four Maury Middle School students participated in this year’s Modern Woodmen of America School Speech contest on Friday, March 7th, with the topic being “The importance of a healthy living”. The contestants were asked to consider what their opinion was of a healthy lifestyle, how such a lifestyle would impact them and those around them, […]
Carson-Newman students ready to spend spring break in service
Carson-Newman University students will spend their spring break serving locations ranging from Knoxville and Chattanooga to Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. The break will run throughout the week of March 16. The annual spring break mission trips, known as SPOTS, offer students the opportunity to serve regionally and even internationally. Service opportunities include ministering to […]
TDOT HELP Trucks Heading to Bristol
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will be sending special “HELP” to the Tri-Cities this weekend to assist with the heavy traffic expected in conjunction with NASCAR events at Bristol Motor Speedway on Saturday, March 15 and Sunday, March 16. Four lime-yellow HELP trucks from Knoxville will patrol the area, assisting with incidents in an […]
BETTY BURCHELL
BETTY BURCHELL, age 87, of Talbott, TN passed away Friday morning, March 14, 2014 at her home after a lingering illness. She was a member of Magna View Baptist Church and retired from Jefferson Memorial Hospital. She was a loving mother making her family and friends her life. She was preceded in death by her […]
GLORIA R. McCARTER
GLORIA R. McCARTER, age 73, of Dandridge, TN passed away suddenly Wednesday afternoon March 12, 2014. She was graduate of Carson-Newman College and received her Masters degree in Library Science from the University of Tennessee. She was member of the Eastern Star for over 55 years and was a member of the Oak Grove United […]
Commission Prepares for Voting Meeting
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Work Session on Monday, March 10, 2014 at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Tabor, Patterson, Blevins, Barriero, Maples and Sheets. Two citizens addressed the Commission regarding road issues on Kinder Lane […]
Walker Sister’s Cabin Visited By Jefferson County Hiking Club
The Jefferson County Hiking Club enjoyed a glorious day in the Smokies on Tuesday, March 11, hiking to the Walker Sisters cabin after stopping at the Little Greenbrier schoolhouse. The Club expressed their gratitude to Sylvia Blanc for her leadership in starting the Hiking Club in 2001 and leading us since then on wonderful hikes. […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – E911 Board Meeting, March 20, 2014
PUBLIC NOTICE The regular scheduled meeting of the E-911 Board of Jefferson County will be held on Thursday March 20, 2014 at 1:00pm at the Jefferson County Emergency Services Center 911 Conference Room 581 W. Old AJ Hwy New Market TN 37820. Justin Crowther Director, Jefferson County 911 475-4911 03/13/2014 – 03/20/2014
Tennessee Career Center at Talbott Plans Over 30 Free Workshops During April
The Tennessee Career Center at Talbott, an Americans Jobs Center, plans over 30 free workshops for job seekers during the month of April. All workshops are held at the Center in the Alpha Square Shopping Center next to Fred’s. Workshops planned are: •Job Readiness Series 1 (how to start a job search) – April 1, […]
Pancake Breakfast Hosted By Dandridge Senior Center, April 5, 2014
The Dandridge Senior Center will host a Pancake Breakfast, Saturday, April 5 from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. The menu consists of pancakes, sausage,orange juice, coffee and milk. The cost is $5.00 for adults, $3.00 for children 4-12 years old, and free for children 3 and under. Advance tickets are available at the Center or […]