CHARLIE SENTER
Charlie Senter, age 87 of Talbott, TN passed away peacefully at home with family on August 7, 2016. Charlie was a retired teacher from the Hamblen County School System and Morristown City Schools where he taught for 32 years. He also was an instructor at Carson-Newman University, East TN State University, Walters State Community College, […]
MARIANNE PAULA McGARR
Marianne Paula McGarr, age 90, passed away on August 7, 2016. Funeral services will be held Tuesday, August 9, 2016 at 6:00pm with Revered Darrell Chambers officiating. ARRANGEMENTS BY FARRAR FUNERAL HOME, DANDRIDGE.
W. D. GOFORTH
W. D. GOFORTH, age 83, of Dandridge, TN passed away Sunday, August 7, 2016 at St. Mary’s Tennova Hospital after suffering a stroke. He was born January 31, 1933 in Jefferson County to John Wesley and Burvellee R. Goforth. He attended Maury High School, where he was an accomplished athlete in baseball and basketball. He […]
BERTHA WORKMAN
BERTHA WORKMAN, age 93, passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016. A graveside service will be held at Hillcrest Cemetery on Wednesday, August 10, 2016 at 2:00pm. ARRANGEMENTS BY FARRAR FUNERAL HOME, DANDRIDGE.
RYAN KINDRED NORTON
Ryan Kindred Norton, age 28, of White Pine, TN passed away from injuries resulting from a motorcycle accident. He was a loving father, son, grandson, and friend who left us on August 6, 2016 to join his Father In Heaven. Ryan had a great sense of humor and always had fun. He attended Jefferson County […]
WANDA C. MARTIN
WANDA C. MARTIN, age 77 of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday evening, August 6, 2016 at Physicians Regional Medical Center. She was a life-long resident of the Chestnut Grove Community of Dandridge and was the daughter of the late Hearsel “Hut” and Pauline (Brown) Martin. Wanda was a member of the Chestnut Grove United Methodist […]
JYOTI PATEL
JYOTI PATEL, age 67, of Talbott, TN passed away Saturday, August 6, 2016. She was the wife of Kirendra Patel of Carroll’s Grocery, known as Mr. P. She was the devoted mother of son, Palak, and daughter, Anupa. The family held a viewing on Sunday, August 6, after which per her wishes, her body was […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative Breaks Ground on Community Solar Project
On August 1, a great step was made for Jefferson County’s renewable energy future. Appalachian Electric Cooperative broke ground on a seven acre Community Solar Project. Funded through a grant provided by the Tennessee Valley Authority, the “Solar Farm” is located on a site adjacent to AEC’s New Market Substation on West Highway 11-E, near […]
MARGARET SUGGS HENDERSON
MARGARET SUGGS HENDERSON, age 82, of Dandridge, TN passed away Friday morning, August 5, 2016. She was the daughter of the late Ralph and Willie Mae Suggs. She was preceded in death by her husband, Rufus Henderson; and son, Danny Henderson. She was a beloved wife, mother, and grandmother who will be greatly missed by […]
JAMES RUSSELL SAYLOR
JAMES RUSSELL SAYLOR, age 29, of Dandridge, TN passed away suddenly Friday, August 5, 2016. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army, where he was an Airborne Paratrooper, serving in the 84th Airborne Engineering Platoon at Ft. Benning, GA. Russell was currently employed by American Homebuilders Construction Co. He is survived by his mother, […]
Eagles Finish Year with Big Win and 11u USSSA Super State Title
June 18-19, the Jefferson County Eagles traveled to Domtar Sports Park in Kingsport to compete in the USSSA 11u Super State Tournament. In the first of two pool play games on Saturday, the Eagles squared off against the Virginia Heaters, downing them 8-0. Eli Briggs set the standard for Eagle pitching for the tournament when […]
Tennessee Department of Education Announces ACT Senior Retake Opportunity
The Tennessee Department of Education announced today the launch of the statewide ACT Senior Retake Opportunity that provides every eligible high school senior, meaning any public school student who took the ACT as a junior, the ability to retake the ACT free of charge on Saturday, Oct. 22, regardless of socioeconomic status. Tennessee’s historical ACT […]
Corker Horrified by Allegations that UN Peacekeepers Failed to Protect Most Vulnerable
U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R-Tenn.), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today released the following statement after the Associated Press reported that United Nations (U.N.) peacekeepers witnessed women and girls being raped outside a U.N. camp in Juba, South Sudan, and failed to act. “I am horrified by allegations that U.N. peacekeepers witnessed women and girls […]
Dandridge Senior Center Spaghetti Dinner Fund Raiser, Friday, August 19, 2016
The Dandridge Senior Center will host a spaghetti dinner Friday, August 19, from 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. The menu includes spaghetti, salad, bread, dessert, and beverage. The cost is $8.00 for adults, $4.00 for children 4-12 years old, and free for children 3 years and under. Advance tickets are available at the Center or may be purchased […]
Jefferson County Retired Teachers to Meet September 10, 2016
Jefferson County Retired Teachers to meet September 10. All retired educators are invited to attend the next meeting of Jefferson County Retired Teachers Association at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, September 10 at Shoney’s Family Restaurant in Dandridge at the 417 exit. Our guest speaker will be Edna Langley. Officers for 2016 – 2018 will be […]
Boys & Girls Club of Jefferson City and White Pine Looking to Fill Positions, Marketing/Grant Coordinator
Looking for passionate, dedicated individuals wanting to make a difference in the lives of kids, for positions at Jefferson City and White Pine Clubs, as well as a Marketing/Grant Coordinator at 29hrs a week. Those interested should call (865) 761-0143.