Justin Cronin’s “The Passage”
If you’ve been following my reviews, then you probably know I rarely check out a book on a whim. 99 out of 100 times I read a book, I have meticulously combed my way through prospective additions to my library to find that one that just fits whatever literary craving I have at the time. […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “pending.” With the little drones back at the grind, antennas are wagging that it is thirty days and counting to the swarm down. Buzzy Bees in the know are buzzing that one moniker is flying around in the challenge for the throne. The low humm is that the dividing […]
Days of Discontent
When we look back at these times, these days of discontent, I wonder if our grandchildren and great grandchildren and great-great grandchildren will say that this was the beginning of the end or that we conquered with grace? I grew up in Jefferson County, back in the days when everyone knew everyone and nobody locked […]
The 60’s
The 60s were wild and magical, with the baby boomers coming of age. For the first time, kids sought life instead of waiting for life to come to them. If you grew up in the 60s, you’ll remember these icons.This decade of youth challegened parents in a way never seen before. If the 60’s was […]
New Classmates, New Friends
With a new school year comes new classmates and new friends. Some children are better than others with school transitions and making new friends at school. Help your child the develop skills necessary for smooth transitions and new friendships. Teach your child to march to his/her own drummer (be real). Teach that he/she is unique […]
Historic Jefferson County Courthouse Beautification
The Dandridge Community Trust held their dedication ceremony for the beautification project at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse on Thursday, August 6, 2015. Several local officials and residents lined the front steps of the Historic Courthouse to view the cosmetic improvements that were donated by Dandridge Community Trust. Among those present and speaking at the […]
JUANITA C. WOODS
JUANITA C. WOODS, age 90, of Talbott, TN passed away Sunday, August 9, 2015 at home surrounded by her family after a long illness. She retired from Magnavox in 1990 after a long career. She was a member of Pleasant Ridge Baptist Church. Preceded in death by her husband, James C. Woods, Sr.; sons, Ronald […]
Happy Birthday, White Pine!
White Pine celebrated its 100th birthday on Saturday, August 8, 2015. Officials closed down the streets in the city proper for a festival that boasted music, food, arts and crafts, antique cars and, of course, the history of White Pine. It was a party fit for a centennial celebration, with residents and visitors coming out […]
TDEC Issues Administrative Order Against TVA
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) issued a Commissioner’s Order today to the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) directing the investigation, assessment and remediation of all coal ash disposal sites across Tennessee. This Order follows the federal coal combustion residual (CCR) rule, and not only ensures the state is kept abreast of TVA’s progress […]
Powwow at Patriot Academy
The Patriot Academy was alive with music, art and diversity on Saturday, August 8, 2015, as the Spirit of the Nation’s Powwow brought their event to Jefferson County. Sponsored by Indian Creek Productions Inc. of Jefferson County, the festival featured Native American music, arts and crafts, storytelling and lectures. The theme for this year’s event […]
ALICE L. SIKES
ALICE L. SIKES, age 71, of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday evening, August 8, 2015 at the University of Tennessee Medical Center. She was owner and operator of the Terry Point Campground for over 37 years and was a member of the Deep Springs Baptist Church. Alice was the daughter of the late Jack and […]
UPDATE: Electrical Voltage Monitors will be Installed on Cherokee Reservoir
Voltage monitors will be installed on Cherokee Reservoir to collect data during the next two weeks that investigators hope reveal more details about the possible cause of low-voltage electricity discovered in the lake. In July, a team comprised of the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office, Tennessee Valley Authority and Appalachian Electric Cooperative began examining this […]
DORIS FAYE BARON
DORIS FAYE BARON, age 76, of New Market, TN passed away on August 5, 2015 at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare. Survived by husband, Donald Baron; sisters, Wanda Coleman and Dorothy Turpin of Jefferson City, Missouri, Margaret Brant Kalispell of Montana; and several nephews, nieces and their children. She will be cremated and taken back to Missouri […]
SHIRLEY JEAN WHITEHEAD
SHIRLEY JEAN WHITEHEAD, age 49 of Jefferson City passed away Tuesday morning, August 4, 2015 at Morristown-Hamblen Health Care Center. She was preceded in death by her father, Floyd Thomas; sister, Jacky Walker; and is survived by her husband, John Whitehead; children, Amber Barnes, Justin Barnes and Noah Whitehead; grandchild, James Barnes; mother, Belva Covington; […]
LANDON SHAWN MILLIGAN
LANDON SHAWN MILLIGAN, age 29, of Talbott, TN passed away at 4:20 p.m. Tuesday, August 4, 2015 at Parkwest Medical Center. He was a graduate of Morristown West High School, was of the Baptist faith, and had a passionate love for cars, Tennessee Volunteer Football and Formula One Racing. Preceded in death by grandfather, John […]
JOHNNY PARKER
Johnny Parker, age 75, of Morristown, passed away on Tuesday, August 4, 2015 after a battle with cancer. He is a retired upholster at Shelby Williams. He is preceded in death by his parents; Romey and Irene Parker, brothers; Jake, Roland, RT, Ernie and JC Parker, sisters; Violet Collins, Beula Keller and Gladys Parker. He […]