JOHN ALLEN SOSNOSKI
JOHN ALLEN SOSNOSKI, age 58 of Glassboro, NJ passed away March 8, 2016. He is preceded in death by his parents, Edward John and Anne Sosnoski; and father-in-law, Billie Raines. John is survived by his loving wife, Dianna; children, Patricia (Eric) Lisco and Kimberly Sosnoski and special friend Ambra Epley; grandchildren, Connor and Cody; brothers, […]
White Pine Public Library Hosts Books Signing
White Pine Public Library held a book signing on Friday during the Children’s Reading Time. Sandy Whitte M.Ed, author of “Bedtime Stories from McIntyre’s Farm”, read selections from her book. The library was presented with a copy of the book along with a print by illustrator, Julee Crews, to be hung in the children’s section.
Early Bird Vacations and Next School Year’s Calendar
I am trying to take advantage of some early bird discounts for vacations, and also need to put in for my vacation time. We always try to go in August because it is a better time for me to take off from work and the prices are slightly down. Do you have any idea what […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “costly.” It was a week of tallying and now the drones are back to the grind. Buzzy Bees in the Know are Buzzing that a break could bee on the table for one group digging out of hole. The low humm is that the request could bee at odd […]
Just a Bunch of Clowns
Like many across the nation, I have been glued to news outlets, try to absorb all that I can regarding the Presidential Primary. Usually, I am engaged and disengaged at the same time, meaning that I would really like to be interested but, frankly, it isn’t very interesting. This year boredom is the least of […]
Spring is in the Air
After weathering a brisk February, warm weather lovers will bask in early spring like temperatures this week. With predictions showing the thermometer hovering in the upper 70s by mid week, it appears that Old Man Winter may have released his grasp on East Tennessee. Though the official start of spring is still several weeks away, […]
Using a Computer, Social Activities Tied to Reduced Risk of Memory Decline
Keeping the brain active with social activities and using a computer may help older adults reduce their risk of developing memory and thinking problems, according to a study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 68th Annual Meeting in Vancouver, Canada, April 15 to 21, 2016. “The results show the […]
JANELL McDONALD HEILGEIST
Janell McDonald Heilgeist, of Jefferson City, TN passed away March 6, 2016 at Jefferson County Nursing Home in Dandridge, TN. Janell, was a long time resident of Jefferson City. She loved her family, music, animals, and a good joke. She is preceded in death by her loving husband of 72 years, Bruno Heilgeist, brothers, Earl, […]
LOUISE GOODMAN MILLER
Louise Goodman Miller, age 94 of Jefferson City, TN passed away Saturday, March 5, 2016 at Chandler House. She is preceded in death by her husband, Brown E. Miller, parents, Robert and Annie (Barnhardt) Goodman, four brothers, and one sister. She retired after 22 years from Memorial Mission Hospital in Asheville, NC. She was a […]
MELBA L. CARTER
Melba L. Carter, age 88, of White Pine, passed away at her home on Friday, March 4, 2016. She was born in Haxtun, Colorado to the late Frank and Nettie Sator, the second of 8 children. She is preceded in death by her in January of this year by her husband of 68 years Wayne […]
Mandated Restitution Fines in Effect for Convictions in Illegal Killing, Possession of Big Game Wildlife
In order to create stiffer penalties for those convicted of illegally killing or possessing big game species, the Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation last year that creates restitution for illegally taken big game animals. The change in the law was the result of a group of concerned citizens who were experiencing numerous incidents of people […]
JCHS Boys’ Brought to a Close by David Crockett Pioneers
The Jefferson County boys basketball team made the trip to Morristown East High School to face off against the David Crockett High School Pioneers in a tough battle Tuesday night. The 20-4 Pioneers had depth on both sides of the court, and dominated the scoring game, especially in the first quarter, when they hit three long three-pointers […]
Tennessee State Park Hosts Statewide Hikes to Celebrate Spring
Tennessee’s 56 State Parks are hosting statewide hikes and a photo contest on March 19 to celebrate the coming of spring. All hikes will be guided by Park staff who can speak to the natural, cultural and historical treasures that Tennessee State Parks has to offer. From the cypress swamps of the Mississippi River in […]
LULA MAE WOODS POTTS
LULA MAE WOODS POTTS, age 86, of Dandridge, TN passed away Tuesday, March 1, 2016 at her home following an extended illness. She was a member of the Swannsylvania Baptist Church, where she was a charter member of the Food Pantry and served as the “Bible Lady.” She was also a member of the WMU […]
Lady Vols Steamroll Georgia’s Lady Bulldogs, 80-60
The University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers hosted the University of Georgia Lady Bulldogs in their last regular season home game for 2015-2016 season. The seniors, Bashaara Graves, Jamine Jones, and Nina Moore, were honored just before the game, with their families, by The University and the Lady Vols coaching staff. The Lady Volunteers busted out of the […]
Spring Breakers, Mission Trip Members Need Awareness of Mosquito-borne Diseases
Across Tennessee, thousands of college students, members of faith organizations, healthcare professionals and others are planning spring or summer trips to warmer locations for fun and/or for mission work. The Tennessee Department of Health cautions travelers headed soon to these warmer climates to have an increased awareness about diseases spread by mosquitoes and to make […]