Candidate Deadlines Grow Closer – Field Continues To Widen
As the days are winding down to turn in petitions for the May primary elections, more hopefuls are throwing their name in the ring for consideration. There are currently five contested offices for the May primary, with three of those having incumbents. Two offices, that of County Court Clerk and General Sessions Judge, have retiring […]
Growth Plans Will Move To Commission
The Urban Growth Boundary Committee met on Wednesday, February 5, 2014, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman, Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri. Following a Motion from Committee Member Mayor Potts (Jefferson City) to suspend the rules to allow the acceptance of the minutes from the September 10, […]
Getting from A to B
What is the shortest distance between two points? Yes! You answered correctly! Did we learn this in geometry class or is it simply painfully obvious to anyone with one brain cell to rub against another? (Did any of you actually use “distance = SQRT [(x2 – x1)^2 + (y2 – y1)^2] ? OK, to be […]
Making New Memories
February… the month of love, Groundhog Day and Leap Day. But… did you know there are other days of celebration in February? While these days are not memories, maybe they will make new ones. February 11th… Don’t Cry Over Spilled Milk Day… This day recognizes that everyone spills a little milk now and then. It’s […]
Valentine’s Day Projects for Children
Valentine’s Day is fast approaching. Children love to prepare for the special day. Toddlers are too young to use scissors safely on their own, but they can still make holiday crafts to give to those they love. I have listed a couple of ideas for toddlers that are developmentally appropriate and fun. Finger painting is […]
Problem Nail Ridges
I have recently noticed that I have some small ridges running up and down on my thumb nails. Is this common and what can I do to get rid of them? According to experts, ridges running up and down are more common than those that run across the nail and can often be attributed to […]
Are We There Yet?
Much has been said recently about the County’s vision for the future. I certainly agree that the County needs a vision and a direction. It just appears to me that, while reports are being written and meetings are being conducted, very little consideration is actually being given to what the general population wants for Jefferson […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz this week is about moving on. The number of buzzy bees looking to join the head governmental hive is growing and a couple of districts could bee hot come election time. Buzzy bees in the know are buzzing that a new addition could bee more the answer to not on our watch than […]
Dandridge Farmers Market Planning Meeting on February 20, 2014
Dandridge Community Trust is hosting their Annual Planning Meeting for the 2014 Dandridge Farmers Market. Current and future Farmers Market vendors are invited to attend. The meeting will be held on Thursday, February 20th at the UT Extension office in Dandridge, beginning at 5:30 p.m. Pizza will be provided but please provide your own beverages. […]
FRANK HOUSTON “Spider” COVINGTON
FRANK HOUSTON “Spider” COVINGTON, age 70, of Dandridge, TN passed away Sunday evening, February 9, 2014 following a brief illness. He is survived by his wife of 49 years, Wanda Covington; sons, Frankie, Andrew and Bobby Covington; 4 grandchildren and 4 great-grandchildren; brothers, Kenneth and Jerry Covington; sister, Betty Donley. Funeral services, Wednesday, February 12, […]
Maury Wrestling Team Wins Decisive Victory over East Ridge
The Maury Middle School wrestling team won a decisive victory over East Ridge Middle School on Tuesday, February 4th. The Maury varsity wrestlers had a great showing, with 12 wins out of 15 matches. The junior varsity wrestlers also performed well, winning 5 out of 11 matches. The Maury wrestling team is coached by Head […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – USDA – Sales Closing Dates for USDA Non-Insured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP)
Jefferson/Sevier/Cocke Farm Service Agency (FSA) reminds producers who wish to purchase crop loss protection, for non-insurable crops for the 2014 crop year of the following final sales closing dates: February 28, 2014—Sunflowers March 15, 2014—All Beans, Corn, Soybeans, Grass, Mixed Forage, Cantaloupe, Cucumbers, Pumpkins, Squash, Tomatoes, Watermelons. April 1, 2014—Alfalfa If a crop is not […]
Rocky Top Sports World Scores with 19 New Events
Rocky Top Sports World, managed by The Sports Facilities Advisory, announced today that it has contracted to host 19 tournament events for the 2014-15 season. These will encompass a variety of sports including lacrosse, basketball, volleyball, soccer and football. Rocky Top Sports World General Manager, Steve Daugherty said, “These youth and amateur sporting events will […]
DOROTHY TURNER WOODS
DOROTHY TURNER WOODS, age 90, of White Pine, TN passed away at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare Systems on Tuesday, February 4, 2014. Born May 30, 1923 in Corbin, KY and raised in Kingsport, she was the beloved wife of the late Homer C. Woods, and a devoted mother to Eddie Woods and wife Marilyn, She is […]
VIRGINIA WINGO
VIRGINIA WINGO went to be with the Lord on February 4, 2014 at the age of 101. She was a dedicated Christian and a retired Baptist missionary with 35 years of service in Italy. She was a graduate of Louisiana College in Pineville with a Doctorate of Divinity degree , and attended LSU. Prior to […]
MARTHA G. (CLINE) CONRAD
MARTHA G. (CLINE) CONRAD, age 66, of Rutledge, TN passed away Monday, February 3, 2014 at her home. Preceded in death by parents, Tony Franklin and Addie Lean Cline; sisters, Helen Glasco and Bernice Hagen. She is survived by husband, Wayne Conrad; son, Timothy Mills; daughter, Barbara Bregg; son, Aaron Conrad; sister-in-law, Judy Newell; brothers […]