Dandridge Farmer’s Market Opens for 2017 Season
The annual Dandridge Farmer’s Market kicked off the 2017 season Saturday morning. Located at the corner of Meeting Street and Gay Street in Historic Downtown Dandridge, the Farmer’s market has been a long time favorite Saturday morning trek for many in Jefferson and surrounding counties. Many different items such as fresh baked goods, seasonal fruits […]
Koehler speaks at Martha Dandridge Washington DAR Meeting on Quilts from The Underground Railroad
On March 11, the speaker, Jo Koehler of Dandridge, presented her story of quilts and how they were used in the network of the Underground Railroad. Quilts were a vital communication link for escaped slaves and those who would give them help on their journey north. To begin with, Jo Koehler wanted to give credit […]
Friends of Parrott-Wood Memorial Library Seeks New Members
The Friends of the Library –Strawberry Plains (Parrott-Wood Memorial Library) are seeking new members. You may pick-up a brochure at Parrott-Wood Memorial Library. Roles of a Friends Group: Friends are citizens who value the service of public libraries and volunteer to help them. Friends usually operate with a self-elected board of directors, representing the community. […]
TWRA Invites Public to Share Input at Upcoming Elk Program Workshops
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is developing a new Strategic Elk Management Plan and invites the public to attend one of two public scoping workshops to share input and hear about the plan’s components. The new plan will help guide future agency decision-making regarding the elk program, which began in the year 2000. Since then, 201 […]
Chamber to Host Annual Golf Classic
The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce has set its Annual Golf Classic for Friday, May 19th at Lost Creek Golf Club in New Market. This tournament is one of Jefferson County’s largest, drawing from all areas of East Tennessee and from various businesses and industry from within Jefferson County and surrounding areas. The title sponsors […]
Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter D.A.R. “Bee”comes a Friend to Pollinators
The Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution hosted guest speaker, Fred Tyler, aka “Mr. Honey Bee,” on April 8, 2017 at the First United Methodist Church in Dandridge. Mr. Tyler’s message illustrated the importance of honey bees to our ecosystem and how their preservation is critical to the human race. […]
Martha Dandridge Washington D.A.R. attend George Washington Luncheon
Members of the Martha Dandridge Washington Daughters of the American Revolution attended a luncheon celebrating George Washington’s birthday on Saturday, Feb. 18, at Rothchild’s in Knoxville. Mary Kay Khel, regent, joined other DAR leaders from across East Tennessee for the celebration of President George Washington’s birthday and his contributions to the early foundations of America. […]
Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center Hosts Heritage Happening Gala
Preparations are well underway for the Great Smoky Mountain Heritage Center’s fourteenth annual Heritage Happening gala and auction, presented by Northwestern Mutual, Kevin Proffitt, Managing Director. The theme of this year’s fundraising event is Celebrating the Smokies, which echoes the purpose of the Heritage Center to preserve, communicate and celebrate the rich history of the […]
Jefferson City Ministerial Association To Host National Day of Prayer Service
The Jefferson City Ministerial Association will be hosting a National Day of Prayer Service on Thursday, May 4. The Service will be held at the Jefferson City Municipal Complex at 8:00 a.m.
HARRY R. (PETE) MORIE, JR
HARRY R. (PETE) MORIE, JR., age 92, of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday morning, April 29, 2017 at Trinity Hills Assisted Living following an extended illness. He was the son of the late Harry Sr. and Grace Wells Morie. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, Dorothy Marion Morie; and sister, Ida Morie. […]
LYLITH ELLEN BURROWS
Lylith Ellen Burrows, age 93, of Talbott, TN passed away Saturday, April 29, 2017 at the Jefferson County Nursing Home in Dandridge. She was born February 28, 1924 in Iola, Kansas to Francis and Josephine Bremer. She received Jesus as her Savior through a school teacher at a young age. She was a member of […]
Letters to the Editor – Troubles With The Bickering
Submitted by Janie Slaton, Retired Jefferson County Teacher, Livelong Second District Resident I try to stay informed on the actions of the county commission and voice my opinion to my fellow Jefferson County citizens and taxpayers. The IDB Resolution 2017-20 that was vetoed by Mayor Palmieri seemed to be an excellent method to improve the tax […]
TWRA Issues Water Contact Advisory for North Fork Holston River
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation has issued a water contact advisory for the North Fork Holston River following a flooding related incident that damaged sewer lines in Virginia. The river continues flowing into Tennessee, prompting TDEC to issue the advisory for recreational activities including swimming, fishing, and boating. According to TDEC, floodwaters caused a […]
Department Of Environment & Conservation Announces Upcoming Transportation Awards And Forum
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation, in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Transportation and Tennessee Clean Fuels, announced this week they will hold the third annual Tennessee Transportation Awards and Forum during Clean Air Month from May 23-24 at the Nashville Public Library. The event will bring together state experts, local leaders, and […]
General Assembly Creates Additional Protections Against Child Predators
House members unanimously passed legislation this week to create additional protections against child predators. Communities across Tennessee already rely on the state’s sex offender registry to track and monitor convicted offenders who have moved into permanent residences upon release from prison. House Bill 404 enables law enforcement officials to monitor offenders convicted of child rape […]