Managing Groups of Children
Managing a group of children can sometimes be a challenge. There are a few things that can enhance group behaviors. This is appropriate for use with one child or thirty, in a classroom or at home. – Be prepared for anything, and be organized. Make sure materials are interesting, eye catching and at your fingertips. […]
Southeast to be Slammed by Arctic Front
This week will see the first major arctic front of the season, as a massive front of cold air and snow sweeps southeast across the nation. Northern and midwestern states have already been affected, and some areas are facing wind chill temperatures of -50 degrees Fahrenheit. Chicago, for instance, had major concerns arise with the […]
TVA Asks Power Consumers to Voluntarily Reduce Electricity Use
The Tennessee Valley Authority is asking for a voluntary reduction in electricity use until Thursday afternoon as a result of frigid temperatures causing high demand across the Southeast. The request extends to all electric power consumers – residential, commercial and industrial customers. The voluntary reduction will help ensure a continued supply of power to essential […]
TDOT Ready to Tackle Winter Weather
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is stocked and ready to clear roadways of ice and snow this season. Over the last several weeks, salt supplies have been replenished in all 95 counties, and crews have readied snow plows and brine trucks for the winter season. “Tennessee often sees the bulk of its winter weather in […]
Jefferson County Hiking Club to Hike Old Sugarlands Trail, Jan. 13, 2015
The Jefferson County Hiking Club will walk the Old Sugarlands Trail near the Sugarlands Visitor Center on Tuesday, January 13. We will meet at 9 a.m. at the Hardee’s in Dandridge at Exit 417 and drive to the Sugarlands Visitor Center, but park before the Center in the Headquarters parking lot on the right just […]
Jefferson County Fairgrounds Chili Cook Off Fundraiser, Jan. 17, 2015
The Jefferson County Fairgrounds is hosting a Chili Cook Off at the Exhibit Barn. We would like to invite you to enter your great chili recipe for a friendly competition on January 17 from 5 until 7 PM. There is no charge to set up but you must have enough to serve 75 to a […]
Should I get a Flu Shot?
I know that it is late in the season but I did not get a flu shot. Is it too late to get a flu shot and will it do any good? According to the CDC, we are in the mist of flu season now and getting vaccinated is still advised. Though this year’s vaccination […]
Majority Rules
This week we said a fond farewell to 2014 and ushered in a brand new year. While last year was riddled with the excitement that comes with an election year, I expect that 2015 will have some of its’ own moments to offer. Straight out of the box, the County Commission will be faced with […]
The Buzzz!!
The first buzz word for 2015 is compromise. The head governmental hive convened this week and questions were flying about concerning the bottom line. Buzzy bees in the know are buzzing that there are around $145,000 questions regarding the numbers. The low humm is that the gap could bee wider than reported to accommodate the […]
Some New 2015 Trends
Darlings, a new trend is here! This is one that I have long thought of and dared to wear a couple of times: mismatched earrings. Oh, how I have longed for not loosing a precious ear ring and having to cast the other aside, or trying to match a new one with a spare. The […]
Diabetes in Midlife Linked to Significant Cognitive Decline 20 Years Later
People diagnosed with diabetes in midlife are more likely to experience significant memory and cognitive problems during the next 20 years than those with healthy blood sugar levels, new Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health research suggests. The researchers found that diabetes appears to age the mind roughly five years faster beyond the normal […]
Snow Day Holidays
I realize most people think the holiday season ends once New Year’s Day is in our rear view mirror. But ask any child, or better yet any teacher, and they will quickly correct your error. Tis the season of snow days. Ah, the glorious ring of a One Call liberating your day and your spirit. Jack […]
Creamy Italian Chicken
This chicken dish comes together very quickly and combines the typical Italian ingredients of tomatoes, basil, and Parmesan cheese. For this recipe, the canned variety of Parmesan cheese works great since it is finely grated and melts into the sauce well. If you prefer, you can use the more traditional Parmigiano-Reggiano, just make sure you […]
New Market Family and Community Education Club Meeting, Jan. 8, 2015
The New Market Family and Community Education Club will meet on Jan 8 at the Jefferson City Library at 10 AM. There will be a presentation by Jo Koehler about the Underground Railroad. We welcome everyone to come join us.
CDC Year in Review: “Mission: Critical”
It’s been an unprecedented year for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), as America’s public health agency continues its emergency response to the most complex Ebola epidemic in history. Ebola, however, is far from the only critical mission CDC undertook in 2014. “CDC’s Ebola response is the largest global effort in the agency’s […]
ADELE STURGILL
Adele Sturgill, age 89, of Dandridge, TN passed away Wednesday, December 31, 2014. She was preceded in death by husband, Loyd B. Sturgill; son, Kedric Sturgill. She was a member of Deep Springs Baptist Church. Survived by son, Loyd J. (Frances) Sturgill; daughters, Judy (David) Grube and Pauletta (Danny) Moe; 13 grandchildren, numerous great grandchildren […]