Carson-Newman’s A Cappella Choir embarks on Spring Tour Choir to perform at FBC Jefferson City on March 27
On March 12, Carson-Newman University’s A Cappella Choir begins its annual Spring Tour, which extends through middle and eastern Tennessee this year. Under the direction of Dr. Eric Thorson, A Cappella is Carson-Newman’s premier singing ensemble comprised of 45 music majors and non-majors from across the U.S. “We represent the University, but we also want […]
Former Alcoa School Official Took Nearly $500,000 in Public Money for Personal Use
A former employee in the Alcoa City School District diverted nearly $500,000 of funds from the district and two professional organizations she represented and spent the money on a variety of personal expenses, an investigation conducted by the Comptroller’s office shows. The investigation, conducted in conjunction with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, covered a period […]
Turnovers doom Eagles to SAC tournament quarterfinal upset
Carson-Newman (19-8) coughed the rock up 21 times, one away from a season high, en route to an 80-72 home loss to Coker (15-12) Wednesday in a two versus seven matchup in the Food Lions South Atlantic Conference quarterfinals. The loss is Carson-Newman’s first at home since a senior day defeat to Wingate to close […]
Big innings, big bats help C-N to doubleheader sweep of Concord
Carson-Newman (15-5) halted a losing streak at four games by sweeping Concord (10-5) 8-5 and 7-4 Tuesday afternoon at the Vickee Kazee-Hollifield Softball Complex. The Eagles worked their way to the wins with a seven-run inning in game one and a five-run frame in game two. Brittany Hefner (Talbott, Tenn.) clobbered a pair of homers […]
State Library and Archives Showcases Stories from ‘Women in the Civil War’ Collection
The 150th anniversary of the Civil War offers an extended opportunity to commemorate all aspects of one of the country’s most significant historical events. And because March is Women’s History Month, the Tennessee State Library and Archives will be highlighting the stories of women from our new digital collection, “Women in the Civil War,” on our […]
Beaver Creek Baptist Church Revival, March 14-16, 2014
Beaver Creek Baptist Church invites you to join us for Revival 2014 for a time of celebration, renewal and fellowship. Friday, Mar 14 and Saturday, Mar 15 at 7:00 PM Rev. Dave Lones will share the message and on Sunday, Mar 16 at the 11:00 service, Dr. Bryant Millsaps will share the message. Following worship on […]
Fifth Annual East Tennessee Literacy Conference, Walters State Community College’s Morristown Campus, March 11, 2014
The Fifth Annual East Tennessee Literacy Conference will be Tuesday, March 11 from 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. at Walters State Community College’s Morristown campus. This event is designed to put the spotlight on literacy and literacy education for one day each year. “This is a great opportunity for area teachers, administrators and those interested in children’s […]
TDH Issues Public Health Advisory on Electronic Cigarettes and Similar Devices
The Tennessee Department of Health today is issuing a public health advisory on electronic cigarettes and other electronic nicotine delivery systems. The advisory urges caution for consumers using or considering the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems, including electronic cigarettes and other electronic emissions-producing products. It also addresses concerns about secondhand exposures. The advisory contains […]
JCHS Alumni Game, Saturday, March 8th, 2014
The JCHS Baseball Team will host its annual Alumni game on Saturday March 8th. The activities will begin with registration and the batting cages opening at 11:30. The home run derby, which will be open to all players will begin at 12:00, with several different age divisions. Lunch will be provided to all alumni during […]
Physicians Regional Medical Center Now Offers Advanced Diagnostic Capabilities to Detect Lung Cancer
A minimally-invasive diagnostic procedure called Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy (ENB) is now available at Physicians Regional Medical Center for patients who have hard-to-reach lesions on their lungs. It is used in combination with the latest technology for diagnosing and staging lung cancer, the endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) transbronchial needle aspiration (TBNA) or EBUS-TBNA System. To reach the […]
Carson-Newman University hosts FCCLA STAR competition
Carson-Newman University hosts FCCLA STAR competition Middle and high school students throughout the region attend For the sixth consecutive year, Carson-Newman University hosted the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) District 8, Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) events competition Wednesday, Feb. 26, in the University’s Blye-Poteat Hall. Over 110 middle and high […]
Holding the IRS Accountable
Last May, a senior Internal Revenue Service (IRS) official, Lois Lerner, acknowledged that the IRS had engaged in inappropriate targeting of the tax-exempt applications from conservative-leaning organizations. Her acknowledgement was an attempt to explain the results of an audit requested by House Oversight and Government Reform (OGR) Committee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) and Jim Jordan […]
Jefferson County Hiking Club Meeting, March 11, 2014
The Jefferson County Hiking Club will meet on Tuesday, March 11, at 9 a.m. at the Hardee’s at Exit 417 for a hike to the Walker Sisters cabin beginning at Metcalf Bottoms. The group will gather at the Hardee’s in Dandridge at I-40 exit 417. From there, we’ll drive through the Park along Little River […]
Rush Strong School Night of the Arts, March 6, 2014
Rush Strong School will be hosting parents and students Thursday March 6th for this year’s Night of the Arts. There will be free visual arts and musical activities for all to enjoy. All students in the school will have artwork on display. Student musical performances will run throughout the evening in the auditorium. Night of […]
PATRIOTS BORO BOUND FOR FIRST STATE APPEARANCE
The Jefferson County Patriots boys’ basketball team are headed to the state tournament for the first time in school history. Powell High School struggled holding the crowd that was in attendance to see the Patriots make history. With the win Jefferson County continues to add to its now 30 wins (Most in school history) and […]