Steve Alten’s “Vostok”
This week I blasted through Steve Alten’s new thriller, Vostok. I am a huge fan of Alten’s marine thrillers, with The Loch perhaps being my favorite book in the entire thriller genre; Vostok is a crossover work that combines characters from The Loch and his megaladon-based Meg series. Needless to say, I had very high […]
Are Gophers and Groundhogs the Same Thing?
I have a rather strange question. Are gophers and groundhogs the same thing? This has become a point of debate at our home and we haven’t found any reliable information. We have a bet riding on this so I am hoping that you know the answer. I don’t know which side you were on in […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “outrageous.” Pollination pondering was the problem of the week as the budgeting hive convened. Buzzy bees in the know are buzzing that some in the swarm were less than pleased with the post pollination expostulating. The low humm is that slipping by with two and a half fingers of […]
Please, Please Remain Silent
Some days I wonder just exactly when we, as a society, became so unable to look at situations through anyone’s eyes but our own. Humanity, whether we like it or not, binds us all, if for no other reason than we have opposable thumbs and should know better than to pitch a fit when our […]
Barefoot Southerners
Everyone has heard the phrase “barefoot and pregnant” when describing people from the south. Well, I don’t know about the pregnant part, but I can sure tell you about the barefoot. We southerners love to go barefoot. We often do it snow, sleet, hail, high winds or in any weather thrown our way. You might […]
Easy Tricks to Solve A Makeup Emergency
Darlings, I know the frustration of running out of a certain makeup, leaving it at the gym, having a teen daughter borrowing it and running out the door with out remembering to leave a message, or simply having it fall out of one’s bag. Having had all the above happen, I have discovered how to […]
Hot Fudge Sauce
It’s no secret that I love ice cream. I can eat it any time of day, any time of year. I think I get that from my dad. So, it should come as no surprise that growing up, my mom made a killer hot fudge sauce for ice cream. And now I am sharing this […]
Riding My Mower Around Town
When you’re young, there are certain things you swear you will never do. You know the type of things I’m talking about. Hang out on the patio in boxer shorts and old man socks. Set your teeth on the dining room table. Socialize on a bench about important weather concerns. Leave your blinker on for […]
ESTELLE HERON
ESTELLE HERON, age 89, of Dandridge, TN formerly of Lapeer, MI passed away Sunday evening, April 19, 2015 at the Jefferson County Nursing Home following an extended illness. She was born November 20, 1925 in Louann, Arkansas, the daughter of the late Jacob and Alby Irick Spitzer. She was preceded in death by her husband, […]
BETTY JEAN DENTON STIPES
BETTY JEAN DENTON STIPES, age 79, 0f Dandridge, TN went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Saturday, April 18, 2015 at her home. She was a faithful and active member of the French Broad Church of the Brethren, White Pine, TN for many years, where she served as Financial Secretary and Sunday […]
Wagley Exits Chamber
Garrett Wagley, the Economic Development Director for the Jefferson County Chamber, has announced that he is leaving that position to enter into private business. He will stay on at the chamber for ninety days to allow for a smooth transition with the new director. Chamber President Darrell Helton said, “While I regret Garrett leaving, I […]
VIRGINIA A. McNATT
VIRGINIA A. McNATT, age 76, of Dandridge, TN passed away Thursday morning, April 16, 2015 at her home following an extended illness. She was born October 15, 1938 in Grand Forks, North Dakota the daughter of the late Lawrence and Margaret Scheel Stienberg. Virgina was of the Luthern faith and was a former beautician in […]
NANCY LINDSEY
NANCY LINDSEY, age 75, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Thursday, April 16, 2015. Preceded by parents, Seldon and Reva Lindsey; brother, Kenneth Lindsey. She was an active member of First United Methodist Church, an educator for Jefferson County School system for many years, and a member of Friends of the Library. She is survived […]
CHERLYL (SHERRIE) LYNN FLOYD
CHERLYL (SHERRIE) LYNN FLOYD, age 56, of Dandridge, TN passed away suddenly at 1:39 a.m. Tuesday, April 14, 2015 at UT Medical Center. She was preceded in death by her son, Mark Floyd; father, Burl Smith; brother, Allen Smith; and grandparents. Sherrie is survived by her loving husband of 39 years, Ronnie Floyd; daughters, Tina […]
Chocolate Novaks
I don’t know where these cookies get their name, but I do know that they are a crowd pleaser. And with no baking involved (just a little stovetop work) they are great for these hot summer days. Heat, mix and drop – so simple and so very satisfying. Ingredients: 2 cups white sugar ⅓ cup […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “pork.” The DOE hive met this week and questions were flying. Buzzy bees in the know are buzzing that finding a little extra ham on the hock could bee more creative than coincidence. The low humm is that fuzzy funds are opening a nest of nasty in the swarm. […]