Representative Andrew Farmer Officially Sworn In; Appointed Chairman Of House Civil Justice Committee
The House of Representatives officially gaveled into session this week in Nashville, marking the beginning of the 110th General Assembly. As part of the opening day ceremonies, State Representative Andrew Farmer (R–Sevierville) took the oath of office and was officially sworn into the Tennessee House of Representatives. In addition, Representative Farmer was appointed as Chairman of […]
Snowflake
This was a historic week in more ways than one. We saw the installation of a new President of the United States. To be honest, I was one of those people who didn’t really believe that President Trump had a snowball’s chance in Miami of becoming the 45th President of the United States, at least […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week was “packed.” The head governmental hive met this week and it was tight in the nest as parental bees flew by in numbers. Buzzy Bees in the Know are buzzing that there was more going on bee hind the scenes. The low humm is that some in the swarm were […]
Lady Patriots Overcome Morristown East Hurricanes, 40-34; Patriots Fall to Hurricanes, 73-67
Friday night for the Patriots included a tough battle in a packed house. The Morristown East Lady Hurricanes and Hurricane boys made the trip over to Dandridge, looking to give both Jefferson County teams a run for their money. To start things off, the Lady Patriots had a tough fight to continue their winning streak. […]
Jefferson County Schools Facilities Director Phagan Discusses Timelines for Rezoning, Capital Projects, and Renovations
With the funding questions regarding the White Pine School Renovation and Addition Project answered, at least for Phase I, Director of Facilities for Jefferson County Schools Michael Phagan is looking at time lines and a possible shift in zoning that could be on the horizon for Jefferson County Department of Education. According to Phagan, contracts […]
Lifetime Handgun Carry Permit Drops in Price
Tennessee citizens with a valid handgun carry permit now have the option to upgrade to a lifetime permit for a lower cost. In 2016, the 109th General Assembly lowered the renewal fee on lifetime handgun carry permits from $500 to $200. The new fee for an original permit is now $100, and the permit is […]
Homemade Hot Chocolate
Homemade hot chocolate is so easy and tastes so much better than the packaged varieties. It’s super creamy, and you can adjust the sugar to your liking. I prefer mine more chocolatey than sugary, but feel free to add more sugar if you so desire. Ingredients: 1 cup heavy cream 1 cup water 2 […]
Social Maturity
Do you ever wonder why some preteens and teens seem so immature, making bad choices in their daily lives? And there will always be the child that seems to “have it together” even in those turbulent years. There are many things that garners confidence in a child, but the one we will discuss today is […]
Wesley Chu’s “Time Salvager”
There’s one problem that plagues the sci-fi genre more than just about any other genre: most of it has been done before. In a genre dedicated to the flaunting of imagination, there is a startling amount of sameness among many books, with plots so interchangeable that the nuances are quickly forgotten once the read is […]
Department of Safety & Homeland Security’s Mobile Driver License Unit to Provide Services at Veterans Affairs Office
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s mobile driver license unit will provide driver services at Veterans Affairs Office located at 931 Industrial Park Road in Dandridge. The unit will be available Thursday, January 19, and will continue to provide services on the second Thursday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The […]
Faulkenberry Takes Helm of EDA
The Jefferson County Economic Development Alliance, formerly the Economic Develop Oversight Committee or EDOC, has a new name, some new faces and a new location. They also have a more defined mission for the new year. Adele Sensing, a familiar fixture with the organization, is continuing her charge to promote Jefferson County and bring in […]
Patriots Fall Short of Sevier County Smoky Bears 46-43, Lady Patriots Take Home Win 45-25
The Sevier County Smoky Bears and Lady Smoky Bears visited the Jefferson County Patriots Tuesday night. Patriot Nation came out in full force as the neighboring counties went head-to-head. The Lady Patriots seemed to take care of business with ease against the Lady Smoky Bears. Pulling ahead quickly, Jefferson County ran ahead and didn’t look […]
Getting Ahead of Flu Season
The winter months have arrived, and with them come the typical sounds of the season. Cough, congestion, and the sniffles seem to be on the rise these days for many. While these symptoms are never fun to deal with, we have taken them to be the winter norm. However, there are simple and easy changes […]
Tennessee National Guard to Support 58th Presidential Inauguration
More than three hundred and thirty Soldiers and Airmen from the Tennessee Army and Air National Guard will support the 58th Presidential Inauguration this week in Washington, D.C. The 194th Engineer Brigade (Army), headquartered in Jackson, has 304 Soldiers providing command and control for Military Police Soldiers performing stationary security at different locations. A logistics […]
Pack Goats
I recently discovered that there is actually such a thing as a pack goat. Tell me that’s not the most brilliant idea mankind has put forth. Oh, the things I’d do with my very own pack goat. I would enroll in a college class and have it carry my books. I’d take a vacation somewhere […]
Commission Answers White Pine School Funding Question
Citizens filled the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse Tuesday, January 17, 2017, as the Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Monthly Session. Though several items were presented for action, the funding of the White Pine School Renovation and Addition Project garnered the most input from the pubic. Nine citizens addressed the County Commission regarding the […]