Picnic Memories
Today was a beautiful day, so we decided to go to the Smokey Mountains, for a much needed, relaxing picnic. With my out of town family guests, children and grandchildren, our caravan headed out to the mountains. We anticipated cooler temperatures and the cool creek water to subdue the effects of 90+ degree temperatures at […]
Hummus
I have recently discovered the joy that is hummus. It is simple and satisfying, and you can add about any spice or seasoning to it to make it to your liking. Most hummus recipes call for tahini paste, which is ground sesame seeds, but all I could find was tahini sauce. The difference? Tahini sauce […]
Orchids – High maintenance but beautiful
I was given an orchid as a gift from a friend that is a wonderful gardener. I have kept the plant inside and baby it but it has not bloomed again. Do you have any suggestions? Orchids are known for being as high maintenance as they are beautiful. There are several reasons that your flower […]
Stranger Than Fiction: The Amazing Jackie Mitchell
In March of 1931, the New York Yankees baseball team had just finished spring training in Florida and was on their way back to New York. As was the custom, the team stopped in Chattanooga, Tennessee to play an exhibition game with the Chattanooga Lookouts, a Class AA minor League team. The Lookouts were unique […]
All-of-the-Above is the Only Answer
On Tuesday, President Obama unveiled his aggressive plan to address climate change. It comes as no surprise that the president plans to implement these changes without Congressional input and approval. While some American families are struggling to put food on the table, this misguided plan will raise energy costs, continue the president’s war on the […]
Agritourism safety workshops to be offered in July
More and more people are visiting Tennessee farms to purchase farm fresh products or to enjoy some good farm fun. These farm guests may not be aware of dangers that are just part of everyday life on a farm. “Safety and emergency preparedness are important considerations for farmers inviting people to their farms. The last […]
Jay Storm and GRITS July 13th at Dumplin Valley Concert Series
The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series continues Saturday July 13th featuring highly acclaimed local group GRITS from Dumplin Valley along with popular R&B / Funk artist Jay Storm. Jaystorm, a Greeneville, Tennessee native and rising favorite Southern bluesy, funk, hip-hop artist, delivers witty lyrics and a bluesy-funk sound that is part Motown, part Old School […]
2013 Annual Chestnut Hill Horse Show
The thirty eighth annual Charity Horse Show was held in Chestnut Hill on June 27th and June 28, 2013. More than 40 events were available for horses and their riders during the two evening event. Locals and visitors lined the Chestnut Hill Park, many as returning spectators and some new to the popular competition. Proceeds […]
Administration issues final rules on contraception coverage and religious organizations
Today, the Obama administration issued final rules that balance the goal of providing women with coverage for recommended preventive care – including contraceptive services prescribed by a health care provider – with no cost-sharing, with the goal of respecting the concerns of non-profit religious organizations that object to contraceptive coverage. The final rules reflect public […]
Statement from SCORE on 2012-13 Tennessee TCAP Results
The State Collaborative on Reforming Education (SCORE) released the following statement today from Jamie Woodson, President and CEO, on statewide results for the 2012-13 Tennessee Comprehensive Assessment Program (TCAP): “Tennessee has made an important commitment over the last few years – we have set a goal that every student graduates from high school prepared for […]
New Look For A Familiar Face
First Peoples Bank celebrated their new look last week, as they gathered in front of their sign at the Jefferson City Branch. The local banking chain originated in Jefferson City in 1975 and has since expanded to seven locations across the region. The new, cosmetic lift was designed to mesh with the up to date […]
Shower for Miss Mary Catherine Goddard
Mary Catherine Goddard, Bride Elect of Robert Dziewulski, was honored with a Breakfast in Bed themed bridal shower on Saturday, June 22, 2013. Hostesses Linda Swann and Caroline Swann, as well as friends and family, celebrated the upcoming nuptials with the bride, her mother, Caroline Goddard, and future mother in law, Heather Dziewulski. The early […]
Sinking Fund Kept Afloat By Robert’s Rules
The Jefferson County Commission met for a Called Meeting on Thursday, June 27, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Kesterson, Maples, Tabor, Musick, Patterson, Blevins, Barriero, Cureton and Turner. The Commission expressed condolences to Commissioner Patterson on the […]
4-H Quilting Workshop for 6th-12th Graders, July 10 & 11, 2013
If you are in 6th-12th grade and would love to piece a quilt this workshop is for you. The workshop will be July 10-11 from 9:30-3:00 at the University of Tennessee Extension office in Dandridge. This class is for beginners. You are welcome to bring your own machine or one will be provided for you. […]
SHAKIN’ THE LAKE – ALL DAY CELEBRATION, July 3rd, 2013
Everyone is invited to historic downtown to celebrate Dandridge as the #1 Best Small Town on the Water. From Noon – 9 p.m. enjoy inflatibles for the kids, food vendors, and extended evening shopping hours. The Point Marina will also be hosting live music and inflatible waterslide. At 7:30 p.m., on the dike, the editor […]
Corker: Nominee for State Department Inspector General Long Overdue
U.S. Senator Bob Corker, R-Tenn., ranking member of the Foreign Relations Committee, said the nomination today of a full-time Inspector General at the U.S. State Department is long overdue. President Barack Obama nominated Steve A. Linick as State Department Inspector General, filling a 5-year vacancy. “A full time, independent watchdog at the State Department is […]