Haslam Announces Third Class of Governor’s Management Fellowship Program for Recent Graduates
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced the application period is now open for recent college graduates to apply for the third class of the Tennessee Governor’s Management Fellowship program. The competitive program provides an opportunity for exceptional applicants who wish to serve and learn under Tennessee state government’s top leaders. Applications will be accepted online […]
Modern Woodmen Helps Talbott Cobras Fundraiser
Modern Woodmen recently helped the Talbott Cobras Little League Football team with their fundraiser. Team members and cheerleaders sold candy bars to raise money to buy equipment. The Cobras raised $1,983.00 and MWA matched that amount with $1,500.00 for a grand total of $3,483.00! In the picture receiving the check are some of the Talbott […]
MARY RUTH “SUE” CHRISMAN
MARY RUTH “SUE” CHRISMAN, age 71 of Dandridge, TN passed away Wednesday, August 09, 2017 at her home following a valiant battle against cancer. Sue was a retired paralegal with the Strand and Goddard Law Firm of Dandridge after 25 years of service. She was preceded in death by her husband, F.L. Chrisman and her […]
Come Work at the Place Where Great Futures Are Made
Now that school is back in session, the Boys and Girls Club is in need of dedicated employees to help us to fulfill our mission – offering a safe space for kids to learn & grow! You can make a difference in a child’s life and work for an organization that encourages creativity! We offer […]
Tennova Healthcare Gives You Permission to Work Less, Eat More Chocolate
Consistently working long hours might do more than wear you out. It could also raise your risk of a common and potentially dangerous heart rhythm disorder called atrial fibrillation, or AFib. This information came from a study of more than 85,000 people in Europe, indicating that those who worked 55 or more hours per week […]
Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival to Hold Photography Contest
On August 19, 2017, hot air balloons will provide an awe-inspiring site at the First Annual Great Smoky Mountain Hot Air Balloon Festival—and photographers capturing photos have the chance to win a prize. Taking place at the Townsend Visitors Center, located at 7906 E. Lamar Alexander Parkway, from 3 p.m. to 9 p.m., photographers are […]
Eight Set For Induction in to Tennessee Athletics Hall of Fame
Tennessee Athletics announced its eight-person 2017 induction class for the Tennessee Athletics Hall of Fame Thursday. The star-studded class includes Monica Abbott (softball), the late Ray Bussard (coach; men’s swimming), Phillip Fulmer (coach; football), Justin Gatlin (men’s track), Todd Helton (baseball), Jeremy Linn (men’s swimming), the late Gen. Robert Neyland (coach; football) and Delisa Walton Myricks (women’s […]
Count It! Lock It! Drop It! Prescription Drug Awareness Meeting to be held in East TN August 24
Tennessee is faced with an urgent problem as the struggle with opioid drug abuse continues. More and more communities across the state are combating opioid drug abuse with a strategic community based approach. Grassroots efforts are making an impact and Rescue 180 is excited to keep the momentum going. Coalitions, law enforcement, public officials, and […]
Greater Knoxville HOF Inducts 2017 Class
The Greater Knoxville Sports Hall of Fame welcomed 10 members of the local athletic community to their most recent class at the 36th annual dinner and induction ceremony held on Thursday, Aug. 3 at the Knoxville Convention Center. Among the inductees were four individuals with close ties to University of Tennessee athletics. Former offensive lineman […]
HAROLD C. WALLEN
HAROLD C. WALLEN, (Yellow Jacket) age 74, of White Pine, TN joined his wife Loretta August 7, 2017. He was a member of Talbott Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by his loving wife of 51 years, Loretta; parents, Ruey Wallen and Maxine Lynch, and brother, Rodger Wallen. He is survived by daughter, Carla […]
JEWELL L. SUTTON LEWIS
JEWELL L. SUTTON LEWIS, age 89 of Dandridge, TN passed away Sunday, August 6, 2017 at her home. She was the daughter of the late Claude and Ibie (Manning) Sutton, and was preceded in death by her sisters, Glenna Mae Bush and Bernice (Vaughn) Fox; son-in-law, Dale Puckett. She was a lifelong member of Hills […]
ARTHUR MARTIN
ARTHUR MARTIN, age 81, of Dandridge, TN died on August 5, 2017 after a long battle with cancer. He was born on April 10, 1936 to James C. Martin and Margaret Parnell Martin in Cloverdale, Indiana. Preceded in death by four brothers, Louis, James, Ralph and Irwin; two sisters, Effie and Junita. He is survived […]
REBECCA WILDER MAPLES
REBECCA WILDER MAPLES, age 61, of Dandridge, TN passed away at home on August 4, 2017. Becky was a retired registered nurse, having worked at Jefferson Memorial Hospital and Morristown Hamblen Hospital. She was preceded in death by her parents, Glen and Marjorie Wells Wilder; her husband, Wayne Maples; and her brother, Johnny Wilder. She […]
Four Vols Earn Preseason Media Days All-SEC Honors
Tennessee senior offensive lineman Jashon Robertson, junior wide receiver Jauan Jennings, senior defensive back/kick returner Evan Berry and redshirt senior punter Trevor Daniel have garnered 2017 Preseason Media Days All-SEC honors, as announced by the Southeastern Conference on Friday. On Thursday, Robertson was named by the Football Writers Association of America to the preseason watch […]
SAMUEL “SAM” STALLINGS
SAMUEL “SAM” STALLINGS, Sr. age 80, of New Market, TN was called home to glory and went to be with the Lord on July 14, 2017. He loved the Lord and his family. He was a member of Thorngrove Baptist Church, and owner and operator of S & C Cartage until his retirement. Preceded in […]
DONNA MAE LANE
LANE, DONNA MAE, age 56, of Dandridge, TN passed away on Friday, July 14, 2017, God called one of his angels back to heaven. Mrs. Lane fought a strong battle against cancer and finally lost the fight. She was a strong and courageous woman who didn’t let anything keep her down. Mrs. Lane was born […]