5 in 5: A Mini Interview with Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri
The Jefferson County Post recently had a mini interview with Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri, which consisted of a five minute, five question format. JCP-The fiscal year ends on the last day of this month and the budget season for fiscal year 2016/2017 will come to a close June 27th. How did it go this year, […]
Barefoot Season
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 in snow, sleet, hail, high winds, or in any weather thrown our way. You […]
Children’s Independence
Independence is the cornerstone of life, and the sooner we gain it, the better our lives will be. Helping a child grain independence is an important task for moms, dads, grandparents, and caregivers. We love to cuddle our children, as we should, but independence and cuddling are totally compatible actions. You need not to choose […]
Strawberry Bread
I bought a whole lot of strawberries about a week ago, and we didn’t quite get them all eaten before they started to look less than fresh. But no worries! Strawberry bread to the rescue! It’s the perfectly tasty way to use up fruit before it goes bad. Ingredients: 1 egg 1 cup sugar 1 […]
Town-side Shakin’ the Lake Events
I was wondering if there will be anything going on town side of the lake for Shakin the Lake? Yes. This year Dandridge is sponsoring the Red, White and Bluegrass event on the town side of the lake on July 3rd. Local shops will be open for business and there will be food trucks as […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “confusing.” The head governmental hive will meet this week and some big issues will bee back on the table. Buzzy Bees in the Know are buzzing that it may bee what is happening across town that gets the most stinging response. The low humm is that a new purchase […]
Jumping the Shark
The world may have just gotten a wake up call and it came from an unlikely source. Great Britain. Generally known as lying on the politically correct side of the global blanket, it was a bold move on the part of the people to demand that Great Britain exit from the European Union. The European […]
Dandridge Golf Course Holds “Rallying for Rhett” Charity Golf Tournament and Silent Auction
Dandridge Golf Course hosted a Rallying for Rhett charity golf event on Saturday. The goal was to raise money for the continued needs of baby Rhett and his family as they are seeking medical treatment at Vanderbilt University. Rhett was born with a condition called crainosynostosis, in which one or more joints between the bones […]
Dandridge Fire Department Fundraising with Fireworks
Those looking for a little sparkle to light up a summer night will have to look no further than the Dandridge Fire Department. The Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department will be selling fireworks this year, as a fund raiser for the department. Located just behind Town and Country Animal Hospital in Dandridge, the Volunteer Department will […]
Harry Potter Rejects
Here are a few rejected Harry Potter spells for your consideration. Junioratus Highus. This spell causes the spontaneous recitation of the Declaration of Independence or the Periodic Table if cast by someone with thick bottle glasses. Reason rejected – excessive cruelty. Leviticus Achoo. A diabolical spell that causes the recipient to sneeze ancient scrolls out […]
David Wong’s “John Dies at the End”
I finally got my hand on another cult-classic this week, and without further ado, it is time to review David Wong’s John Dies at the End. How can I describe this book? Well, the title will speak for itself. The story is influenced by many previous horror novels, and the method of storytelling is no […]
June Jubilee Fills the Streets of Historic Downtown Dandridge
Saturday June 18, 2016 found the streets of downtown Dandridge teaming with people, as June Jubilee 2016 came to town. This was the second returning year of the popular event after almost decade hiatus and, if the sophomore year is any indication, the festival is back with full force. Colorful tents lined Main Street, as […]
Corker Statement on Brexit Vote
U.S. Senator Bob Corker (R-Tenn.), chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, today made the following statement about the United Kingdom’s decision to leave the European Union. “A free people should choose their own way, and we respect the British decision to leave the European Union,” said Corker. “Today’s referendum will not change our special […]
Statement from Tennessee Attorney General Herbert Slatery III Regarding Today’s U.S. Supreme Court Decision (Texas v. U.S.)
“Today’s U.S. Supreme Court decision is a welcome result. With the Court affirming the lower court, we finally have a decision placing limits on executive authority and confining its role to enforcing, and not making, our laws. The original complaint in this action said it best, “this lawsuit is not about immigration. It is about […]
