Jefferson Co. Man Charged with TennCare Drug Fraud
A Jefferson County man is charged with TennCare fraud in connection with the sale of prescription drugs paid for by the state’s health care insurance program. The Office of Inspector General (OIG), with the assistance of the Jefferson City Police Department, today announced the arrest of Brian McDaniel, 43, of White Pine. He is accused […]
Grace Under Pressure
It was an interesting evening for those in attendance at the budget committee meeting. And by interesting, I mean that it was compelling, sort of like watching a train wreck. You really want to look away but you just can’t. And then for days afterward, the carnage is all that you see when you close […]
Camping Time
It is almost camping time. The trees are in full foliage, the sun is shining and the earth is perfect for fun in the outdoors. I can smell wood burning, potatoes and onions frying in an iron skillet, and hamburgers and hotdog sizzling on the grille. As these smells engulf me, memories of camping flood […]
Active Listening
Active listening is a skill every parent needs. When you use active listening with your child, it shows that you care. By using this skill, you will know more about what’s going on in your child’s life. Active listening is a must for good communication, and will result in your child involving you in his/her […]
Guest Recipe: Bacon & Jalapeno Kettle Cornbread
Guest Recipe: Courtesy of Jeremy Sym, Owner and Executive Chef of Savory Solutions Personal Chefs and Catering. INGREDIENTS: 1 1/4 C coarsely ground cornmeal 3/4 C all-purpose flour 1/4 C granulated sugar ⦁ tsp kosher salt ⦁ tsp baking powder 1/2 tsp baking soda 1/3 C whole milk 3/4 C buttermilk 1/4 C kettle corn […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week was “angry.” The head governmental hive met this week but it was the budgeting hive that had many wagging their antennas. Buzzy Bees in the Know are buzzing that the demi swarm took a waspish turn and more than one was mad as a hornet. The low humm is that […]
JAMES “JIM” ROBERT LANE
James Robert “Jim” Lane, was called home by his Lord on Saturday, April 23, 2016. He is preceded in death by his parents; Mack and Thelma Lane; sister, Mary Jane Velez and brother, Mickey Crocker. Jim was of the baptist faith. He is survived by his son; Dylan Debord and daughter, Heather Lane, granddaughter, Jayden […]
RODGER L. SCOFIELD
RODGER L. SCOFIELD, age 65, of Dandridge, TN and formerly of Pasco Co., FL passed away Friday morning, April 22, 2016 at his home. He was a veteran of the U.S. Army and the Vietnam Conflict having served two tours of duty. Rodger was a retired Parks and Recreation Director for Pasco Co. FL. He […]
Budget Committee Battles Over EDOC Funding
Budget Committee member took a deep swipe at a proposed $2.3 million dollar deficit earlier this week, as the County departments presented their funding requests. The Committee was also faced with EDOC and Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce funding requests that failed to find a consensus during the previous budgeting session. Despite the additional time, […]
MICHAEL ALAN LEE
MICHAEL ALAN LEE, age 68, of Dandridge, TN and formerly of Troy, Ohio passed away Thursday, April 21, 2016 at his home. He was born March 11, 1948 in Dayton, OH, the son of the late William and Jessy Ellen (Wakeman) Lee. He was preceded in death by his brother, Tom Lee and his father-in-law, […]
HARRY L. JACKSON, JR.
HARRY L. JACKSON, JR., age 75, of Dandridge, TN passed away Thursday, April 21, 2016 at his home. He was a retired delivery driver for Brown Distributing Co. and moved to Dandridge following his retirement. Harry enjoyed working in his yard, enjoyed hot rods and was a diehard Dale Earnhart fan. He was beloved husband, […]
State Representative Andrew Farmer Appointed Vice-Chairman Of House Judicial Confirmation Committee
This week in Nashville, State Representative Andrew Farmer (R–Sevierville) was officially appointed Vice-Chairman of the House Judicial Confirmation Committee. The appointment comes after former committee member Jon Lundberg was called to active duty in the United States Navy. The Judicial Confirmation Committee reviews the judicial nominees made by the governor and makes recommendations to the full House […]
Daughters of the American Revolution’s Samuel Doak Chapter Honors Frances Branner and Janet McLane with 2016 Community Service Awards
The Daughters of the America Revolution, Samuel Doak Chapter, honored two very special ladies Saturday morning with their Community Service Awards for 2016. At a luncheon at First United Methodist Church in Dandridge, Frances Branner and Janet McLane were honored, surrounded by friends and family. Gloria Beauchamp offered the following about Branner and McLane: Started […]
TDCI: UnitedHealthcare Announces Withdrawal from FFM
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) is notifying consumers that UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company will no longer offer coverage to Tennessee consumers through the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM). The company recently notified the Department about its intent. Today, the company said they plan to only offer coverage in a handful of states next year. […]
Area Middle Schools Compete in Scholars’ Bowl Championship
Area middle schools participated in their scholars’ bowl championship last week. Four schools were represented at the championship: Rush Strong, Jefferson Middle, Maury Middle, and White Pine. The first match of the evening was between Maury and Rush Strong’s 6th grade teams. Despite a valiant effort for Rush Strong, the Hornets prevailed. Since the championship […]
ANNA RUTH HOLT SINARD
Anna Ruth Holt Sinard, age 81 of White Pine, went to be with her Lord on Monday, April 18, 2016 at Jefferson County Nursing Home in Dandridge. She was a long time member of Mt Zion Church of God in Baneberry. She is preceded in death by her husband Lon Houston Sinard, Sr., her parents, […]