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Field of Dreams Vandalized Over the Weekend

Field of Dreams Vandalized Over the Weekend

Not only did last week’s snow provide a fun time for kids to get some extra days off of school, but the winter weekend also saw a bit of mischief.  Dandridge’s Field of Dreams was the victim of vandalism, as an unknown person drove on to field 3 and did donuts in their car, causing […]

Jefferson County Delivers Another Sweep at Seymour

Jefferson County Delivers Another Sweep at Seymour

The Jefferson County Patriots made the journey to Seymour High School to face off against the Eagles on a rainy Tuesday night. The Lady Patriots took off to a quick lead early in the game.  Outscoring the Lady Eagles 18-5 in the first quarter alone, Jefferson County made it very clear that they did not […]

TWRA Officers Assist Wildlife in Unusual Circumstances

TWRA Officers Assist Wildlife in Unusual Circumstances

A couple of wild animals in unusual situations required the assistance of well trained TWRA officers this week as a deer and a bear found themselves in some odd predicaments. Yesterday morning around 9:15 a.m., TWRA wildlife officers received a call about a bear on the Eastman Chemical Company property in Kingsport.  Upon arrival, they located […]

DIANA ROSE SULLIVAN

Diana Rose Sullivan, age 60 of Morristown, passed away at Morristown Hamblen Healthcare Systems on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. She was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend and she will be missed by many. She is survived by her husband of 37 years, Frank R. Sullivan, 3 sons; Jerome, Christopher and Frank, also […]

NORMA J. MANDERS

NORMA J. MANDERS, age 89 of New Market, TN passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, January 27, 2016. She was born and raised in Pine Island, MN and following graduation from high school she attended the Winona State Teachers College before marrying and raising her family. Norma will be remembered for her love […]

Social Media Frenzy Surrounds Two Missing Women – Police Say No Connection

Social Media Frenzy Surrounds Two Missing Women – Police Say No Connection

Two local women, Inesha Haygood and Lora Costner, are missing and the circumstances surrounding their disappearances have created an atmosphere of fear in the area. Haygood went missing from Morristown on December 28, 2015. A few weeks later, on the afternoon of January 7, 2016, Costner went missing in Newport, Tennessee. Despite correlations that have […]

County Mayor Holds Press Conference

County Mayor Holds Press Conference

The Historic Jefferson County Courthouse was the site of a press conference held by Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri. During the 10 am media event, Palmieri presented three separate pieces of legislation that he will put before County Commission for approval. He prefaced his presentation with information on his decision to call a press conference, rather […]

Ripley’s

Ripley’s

Ripley’s is inviting residents of Sevier and surrounding counties to enjoy their attractions for only $5 plus tax per person, per visit, while children 2 and under are admitted free: the deal will be held from Sunday, February 7 through Thursday, February 11, 2016.  Ripley’s will be donating $1 of every $5 Admission Special to Sevier […]

CAN POTTER

CAN POTTER, age 89, of Dandridge, TN passed away Tuesday, January 26, 2016 following a brief illness. He attended the Dandridge Full Gospel Ministries Church and was a retired coal miner with Elkhorn Coal Co. Preceded in death by his wife, Bessie Jean Potter; son Lonnie Potter; grandson, Joe Holmes, Jr. He is survived by […]

BOURDRAU C. “BOODIE” McCARTER

BOUDRAU C. “BOODIE” McCARTER, age 80, of Dandridge, TN passed away Tuesday evening, January 25, 2016. She was the daughter of the late L.D. and Ollie Smith and was preceded in death by her brother, Theodore Smith. Boodie worked for the Knox Co. Schools in the food service department for 17 years and later for […]

Study Finds Smartphones May Decrease Sedentary Time, Increase Activity

Study Finds Smartphones May Decrease Sedentary Time, Increase Activity

A pilot study finds that using smartphone reminders to prompt people to get moving may help reduce sedentary behavior. The study was supported by the American Cancer Society, with technical expertise provided by the e-Health Technology Program at the MD Anderson Cancer Center. The study appears in the Journal of Medical Internet Research. Evidence has linked […]

Lady Vols Triumph Over In-State Rival Vanderbilt, 58-49

Lady Vols Triumph Over In-State Rival Vanderbilt, 58-49

Despite the snowy, cold weather, Thompson-Boling Arena was plenty hot enough Thursday night as the University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers faced off against in-state rivals, Vanderbilt. The Lady Vols took off with a quick lead, pulling away 17-10 in the first quarter.  During the first half of the battle, the Lady Vols forced 11 turnovers from the […]

Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Voluntary Withdrawal for Salads

Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc., is temporarily suspending operations at its Springfield, Ohio production facility, and is voluntarily withdrawing from the market all Dole-branded and private label packaged salads processed at that location.

Local Modern Woodmen Members Honor Hometown Hero

Local Modern Woodmen Members Honor Hometown Hero

Local volunteer J. Ray Walker was recognized for countless hours of service to the community on 1/19/2016 by the local Dandridge Modern Woodmen of America members who met at, Perkins Restaurant. Walker was honored for his many years of service with the Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department (he joined in 1985 and has held many officer […]

Sharp Retires from AEC Board of Directors

Sharp Retires from AEC Board of Directors

AEC has announced the retirement of Director Doris Sharp, effective January 5, 2016. Mrs. Sharp represented District 1 of the Co-op Service area and faithfully served the membership for over 20 years, being first elected in October 1995. She held the position of Vice President of the AEC Board from 2002-2013 and was the Board’s […]

A Challenge: Things Gone By

This week I’m challenging you to remember ten “things gone by” (no longer a part of your life). The dictionary defines past, as “things gone by”. Things that you miss and would love to still have today. So…take the challenge and determine if you can find ten “things gone by” that you would want back. […]