Baptist Builders helping to restore historic Carson-Newman University gym
Although summer means the mass dispersion of traditional college students from Carson-Newman University, its second oldest building is brimming with activity. This is the fourth summer for volunteers through Baptist Builders to provide construction and renovation assistance to the Baptist institution. They are working on restoring historic Butler-Blanc Gym to its former glory. “We at […]
Badcock & More Opens In Jefferson City, TN
Badcock & More officially opened its doors Thursday with a ribbon cutting ceremony held in front of its newest location. The new Jefferson City business and staff was welcomed by the public, local political leaders, officials and dignitaries. The ceremony was orchestrated by The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. Badcock & More in Jefferson City […]
Scruggs Racks Up Double Music Awards
Kieran Scruggs of Talbott, a student at Jefferson Middle School, earned two music awards this past spring as a 7th grade band member. He placed second chair in the regional 2013 All-East Junior Clinic Band auditions on French Horn, and later also earned a superior rating in the Solo category at the East Tennessee Band […]
27th Annual Fourth of July Boat Parade
Open to the public! Simply decorate your boat to participate for free! Win VALUABLE PRIZES for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place from local vendors. Meet at Point 8 on Douglas Lake, July 4th, at 11:00 AM Parade starts at 12:00 noon sharp. http://www.infotivity.com/dyc Call Greg Lohr for info – 865-397-1830 or email greglohr@infotivity.com On Thursday, July […]
Corker Comments on Proposed Immigration Amendment to Secure the Southern Border
In remarks on the Senate floor yesterday, Senator Bob Corker, R-Tenn., commented on an amendment he co-authored with Senator John Hoeven, D-N.D., to bolster security on the nation’s southern border as part of the immigration bill now being considered by the Senate. “Some people have described this amendment as a border surge… We are investing […]
Lost Creek Band Performing at Lincoln Theater for Song Of The Mountains Concert fund raiser
Lost Creek Band will be performing in Marion, VA this Saturday (22nd) at 7:00 PM at the Lincoln Theater with Dr Ralph Stanley for the Song Of The Mountains concert fund raiser for PBS TV. Lost Creek Band was selected for this event after performing on the SOTM series February 2012. Lost Creek Band will appear on PBS […]
Shooting Stars All Star Cheerleading Squad Host Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser, July 20th, 2013
Jaryn Norton, daughter of Steven and Stacy Norton of Dandridge would like to invite everyone to come out and support her All- Star Cheerleading Squad, The Shooting Stars, by attending a pancake breakfast. The fundraising event is being held July 20th at Applebee’s Restaurant located at the Knoxville Center from 8am-10am. Tickets are $5. All […]
Statement Regarding This Week’s U.S. Supreme Court Ruling Concerning Arizona’s Citizenship Verification Law (Arizona et al v. United States)
It is our opinion that the recent Supreme Court ruling does not impact our current process in Tennessee for verifying citizenship for voters. Arizona rejected new voter registrations that did not include proof of citizenship, such as birth certificates. Our process in Tennessee is different. We do not require that type of documentation when registering […]
MILDRED L. POE KYTE
MILDRED L. POE KYTE, age 85, of Dandridge, TN passed away Wednesday, June 19, 2013 following an extended illness. She was a member of the Mt. Zion United Methodist Church. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Byrl Edward Kyte; son, Gregory Edward Kyte; sister, Imogene Russell; brother, J.P. Poe; niece, Kay Russell […]
Tennessee Highway Patrol Reminds Motorists to Never Leave Children in Unattended Vehicles
In just the first six months of this year, 10 children have lost their lives in the United States due to hyperthermia. That’s why the Tennessee Highway Patrol is educating the public on the dangers of leaving children in unattended vehicles. State Troopers are urging motorists to take extra precautions as temperatures rise throughout the […]
Saving Southeastern dairies through improved herd health, milk quality
Every June since 1937 the nation’s dairy industry has celebrated the value of milk and dairy products. However, in the last decade or so the number of “June Dairy Month” celebrations – like the size of the industry – has diminished in the Southeast. Statistics show that more than two-thirds of the region’s dairies have […]
Sales Tax Rate on Food to Decrease Beginning July 1, 2013
On May 13, 2013, Gov. Bill Haslam signed into law a reduction in the state sales and use tax rate on sales of food and food ingredients. Effective July 1, 2013, the state sales and use tax rate on sales of food and food ingredients will be reduced from 5.25% to 5%. With the change, […]
Haslam Announces Claude Ramsey to Retire
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced Deputy to the Governor Claude Ramsey will retire at the end of August to spend more time with his wife, children and grandchildren in Chattanooga. Ramsey has been integral to Haslam on several key initiatives, including civil service reform, economic development efforts, workforce development training and improved operation of […]
CAMP INVENTION – A Different Kind Of Camp
Jefferson County students are participating in a camp of a different kind this week, as the second session of Camp Invention came to Maury Middle School. The week long interactive learning experience is a part of Project STEM, which focuses on enrichment in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Campers are rising 4th, […]
LEONARD H. COX
LEONARD H. COX, age 82, of Dandridge, TN went home to be with Jesus Monday evening, June 17, 2013 following a long battle with Alzheimer’s. He was a retired farmer of Jefferson County and was a member of the Green Hill Baptist Church. Leonard served in the U.S. Army and the Korean Conflict. He was […]
JACK A. BROOKS
JACK A. BROOKS, age 83, of Gray, TN and formerly of Jefferson City, TN passed away at 7:00 p.m. Tuesday, June 18, 2013 at James A. Quillen Medical Center following a brief illness. He was a member of First Baptist Church of Jefferson City. He was very active coaching with the youth of Jefferson City […]