JCHS Class of 2016 Presents The Adams Family Inaugural Performance in James D. Swann Performing Arts Center
For the fourteenth year, the senior class of Jefferson County High School wowed audiences with their talent as they presented the Class of 2016 Senior Play. While every year is special and every performance has been stellar, this year was a little extra special. The Class of 2016 gave their inaugural performance of The Addams […]
Patriots Sweep Cocke County 10-4
The Jefferson County Patriots Baseball team hosted the Cocke County Fighting Cocks Tuesday night in Dumplin Valley. After going to Newport and defeating Cocke County 10-3 on their home turf, he Patriots returned home to defend their house in the second game of the double header, and were successful in the effort. The Patriots started the first […]
Parrott-Wood Library Host Grand Opening for New Children’s Learning Center
The Parrott-Wood Library hosted their grand opening of the new Parrott-Wood Children’s Learning Center last week. The Parrott-Wood Library has struggled for years with its small accommodations, with the staff pulling miracles to fit all the library’s computers, bookshelves, desks, and other supplies in the space given. In time, Secretary Hargett offered $5,000 towards the […]
Senior Center Gets a Helping Hand From First People’s Bank
First People’s Bank has opened a special account for the Dandridge Senior Center, allowing donations to help the center recover from a recent break in and burst water line. Branch Manager Becky Thomas initially reached out to the director of the center to discuss setting up the account. Donations will go towards roofing needs, exterior […]
JANET FAYE SHIRLEY
JANET FAYE SHIRLEY, age 75, of New Market, TN passed away Wednesday, March 23, 2016 at Parkwest Medical Center in Knoxville, TN. She was employed at Little Dolly’s Dresses as a seamstress for 22 years. She was of the Pentecostal faith. Her favorite season was the spring and she always looked forward to it. Preceded […]
Jefferson County FCE Quilt Show March 29, 2016
Jefferson County FCE clubs will be hosting their annual Jefferson County FCE Quilt Show on 29 Mar 2016 at the First Baptist Church in Dandridge. Registration begins at 9:30-10:45, judging from 11:00-12:30 and public viewing from 12:45-2:00. We will have an Antique quilt bed turning at 12:45. Quilt pick up after 2:00.
Martha Dandridge Garden Club Meeting Thursday, March 24, 2016
The Martha Dandridge Garden Club will meet on Thursday, March 24 at 2 pm at the Dandridge Senior Center for a program about new plants presented by Emily Campen of the Flower Pot floral shop. Come and meet with fellow gardeners. Visitors and new members are always welcome. Call Ann 397-3738, Ruth Ann 397-3670.
Rotary Club of Jefferson City Holds Four-Way Speech Contest at JCHS
Jefferson County High School hosted the Four-Way Speech Contest of the Jefferson City Rotary Club Monday. Each lady attends Jefferson County High School and is in the Senior Class. Each student participating was asked to write and memorize a 4-6 minute speech that touched on the basis of the Rotary Four-Way Test which consists of […]
IMOGENE SEAHORN
IMOGENE SEAHORN, age 79, of Talbott, TN passed away Monday, March 21, 2016 at Jefferson County Nursing Home. Preceded in death by parents, James and Martha McMurray; sister, Betty Roudebush; brother, James G. McMurray, Jr. She is survived by her daughters, Victoria Seahorn and Sue Jones (Robert); grandchildren, Maddie, Allen, Stephen, Kody and Katie; great-grandchildren, […]
Is it Too Early for Tomato Plants?
Now that spring has come, is it too early to put out tomato plants? The short answer is that it is too early for tomato plants. Conventional wisdom says that planting tomatoes for at least another month is not recommended. But, if you are in a hurry, you can start the seeds indoors and you […]
Just a Little Respect
It was a rousing week in Jefferson County and those of us that sit in the cheap seats have the stiff backs to prove it. Two County Commission meetings in the space of a week is one more than anyone needs to attend. And, of course that doesn’t count the committee meetings or the school […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “judgment.” The head governmental hive met twice this week and the swarm was in fine form. Buzzy Bees in the know are buzzing that the majority of the drones are buzzing that enough is enough. The low humm is that the dividing lines are a little less distinct and […]
Struggles with Reading
If your child (grades 3 and up) is struggling with reading, you can encourage reading by making a strong connection between reading and life. Hearing a story read aloud is an excellent way to encourage reading. Encourage your children to listen, make comments, and ask questions. Children want to read books or stories that makes […]
Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department Acquires New Ladder Firetruck
The town of Dandridge recently invested in a monster of a ladder firetruck. The truck was purchased from the St. John Fire Protection District in South Carolina. Manufactured by E-One, the 41-and-a-half-foot-long truck stands at 11 feet, 4 inches tall. Boasting a 515 horsepower Detroit engine, the ladder truck is quite the sight to see. […]
Patriots Overcome the Smoky Bears, 5-4
The Jefferson County Patriots Baseball Team hosted the Sevier County Smoky Bears for the home opener at JCHS Tuesday evening. After a regular season opening loss to the Smoky Bears Monday evening, the Patriots were poised to protect their house. In front of a great crowd ready to support their Patriots, the evening started out slow for […]
Debate Ends as Commission Votes to Keep Agenda Format Largely Untouched
The Jefferson County Commission took action Thursday evening to address the form of their agenda and provide continuity at County Work Sessions and Voting Meetings. With a Motion provided by Commissioner Turner and 2nd by Commissioner McGraw, the Commission decided to keep their long standing agenda much the same, which leaves Elected Officials on the […]