Graduation Smiles
Hello darlings, graduation, as I am sure so many of you have experienced, is a bittersweet experience for parents, grandparents , siblings and all family members. This landmark event tugs at one’s heart strings through the child’s life. Graduation from kindergarten to first grade makes one realize a serious step into childhood and coming to […]
Congratulations Jefferson County Graduates
The Jefferson County High School’s thirty-eighth commencement took place on Saturday, May 18th 2013 at the Walters State Expo Center in Morristown, Tennessee. While it was rainy out, inside was full of excitement as family and friends gathered at the packed, morning event. The Jefferson County High school Band played for the graduates, as well […]
Mosquito Season
I have heard that this is going to be a really bad mosquito season and I have already found a few in our house. What is the best mosquito repellant for me and my husband, as well as my children? There are several fairly reliable mosquito repellants on the market but not all are appropriate […]
Traffic Light Prep To Begin Next Week
Construction is expected to start next week on the intersection of Hwy 92 and Dumplin Valley, according to Town of Dandridge Administrator Bryan McCarter. The construction is in preparation for a traffic light that is expected to ease congestion in the heavily trafficked area which was revealed to have a significantly high accident rate in […]
George R. R. Martin’s: A Storm of Swords
If you have been following my book reviews, then you know I am a huge fan of George R. R. Martin’s A Song of Ice and Fire, which has been turned into a show, A Game of Thrones, on HBO. Since the show is currently in the midst of season 3, it seems only fitting […]
Mt. Horeb Golf Classic
As the last day of the 1st year approaches, Jefferson County’s newest school is looking to add to the newly established playground, as well as funding other school needs and wants. Mount Horeb Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization hosted a Golf Tournament last week to raise funds for the new school. The event was held […]
Local Modern Woodmen Members Honor Hometown Hero Garland McCoig
Garland McCoig, of Dandridge, was honored with a special dinner at Shoney’s for countless hours of service to the community by local Modern Woodmen of America members. McCoig was honored for his dedication to the safety and well-being of the people in Jefferson County; his past service as Sheriff; his association with the Dandridge Volunteer […]
Weekly Crop Comments, May 17, 2013
FED CATTLE: Fed cattle sold mainly $1 lower compared to last week on a live basis. Prices on a live basis were primarily $125 to $126 while dressed prices ranged from $200 to $201. The 5-area weighted average prices thru Thursday were $124.79 live, down $1.43 from last week and $199.76 dressed, down $2.98 from […]
Weekly Crop Comments, May 17, 2013
Corn and soybeans were up wheat was down and cotton was mixed for the week. Weather continues to be a key factor in the markets. Rainfall in the 5-day forecast is sporadic throughout the Midwest with the majority of precipitation anticipated in the northern Corn Belt. Six to 10 day forecasts indicate precipitation on the […]
Barbeque and Bluegrass Take Over Sevierville Friday & Saturday
This past weekend the annual Bloomin’ Barbeque and Bluegrass Festival, voted the Southeast Tourism Society Festival of the Year, was held in historic downtown Sevierville, Tennessee. This festival was a free family oriented event focusing on the celebration of spring time, world-class bluegrass music, and delicious championship barbecue. Throughout the festival teams from across the […]
Stranger Than Fiction: The Hanging of “Murderous” Mary
Erwin, Tennessee was the scene of one of the most bizarre public executions in American history. The condemned was a female elephant named Mary who was reported to have killed as many as eighteen people by popular accounts. Actual accounts and historical documents proved that she had killed only one person. This was the only […]
Local Theater Owners Vindicated in Lawsuit
It took two long years but Doug and Jackie Miranda finally received the vindication they had sought last week in a suit brought against them by a company representing a former singing group. The Mirandas are the owners of the Grand Majestic Theater on the Parkway in Pigeon Forge. The theater is the home of two […]
May Day Unity Festival, May 25th, 2013 at Dandridge Field of Dreams
COME JOIN THE EXCITEMENT! May 25th at the Dandridge Field of Dreams Family fun for all ages: various activities, games, horse and cart rides, refreshments and music ~ FREE. Churches, ministerial associations, and community service organizations are gathering so that we may all fellowship together in a relaxed and casual environment in an effort to […]
NATIONAL SAFE BOATING WEEK MAY 18-24
National Safe Boating Week is May 18-24 and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be participating to promote the wear of life jackets as the 2013 summer boating season begins. The Wear Your Life Jacket to Work Day is Friday, May 17 with the goal of demonstrating how easy it is to wear a life […]
Jefferson County Not Exempt From Moratorium On Annexation
House Bill 475/ Senate Bill 279 will put a moratorium on annexation in the State of Tennessee. As amended in the House, the Bill, which was designed to halt annexation without public vote in areas that are not zoned commercial or industrial, would have excluded several counties in the State. Jefferson County was included in […]
“Lakeside At The Point” Summer Kick-Off
Lakeside at The Point was bubbling with activity on Thursday evening as they hosted a customer appreciation night. The prime waterfront location was a great backdrop for the event. Proprietors Eva and Richard Talley welcomed guest to the floating restaurant located on the water’s edge of The Point Marina. Guests enjoyed the tasty fare, while […]