ANGELA “ANGIE” WHALEY
ANGELA “ANGIE” WHALEY, age 54, of New Market, TN passed away Monday, July 15, 2019 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. Preceded in death by father, John Collins and brother, Robert Lynn Langston. She is survived by daughter, Crystal Ford (Chris), mother, Leona Collins; husband, Leon Whaley; brothers, John and Matthew Collins; sister, Ernestine Collins; grandchildren, Austin […]
DORTHY ANN SOLOMON
Dorothy Ann Evans Solomon, went home to be with our Lord on July 15, 2019. Dorothy was born on September 19, 1938 to Willie and Lucille Evans in White Pine. She was the mother of five children; Elizabeth (Paul) Coffey, Jackie (Dave) Hooker, Gavanda (Eddie) Cadena, Keith (Deanna) Hill and Franklin “BB” (Janet) Hill, several […]
UCI Researchers’ Deep Learning Algorithm Solves Rubik’s Cube Faster Than Any Human
Since its invention by a Hungarian architect in 1974, the Rubik’s Cube has furrowed the brows of many who have tried to solve it, but the 3D logic puzzle is no match for an artificial intelligence system created by researchers at the University of California, Irvine. DeepCubeA, a deep reinforcement learning algorithm programmed by UCI […]
Troopers Rescue Children Locked Inside Back of U-Haul Truck
On July 10th, 2019, Fall Branch Tennessee Highway Patrol Trooper Owen Caudill received a call from dispatch stating a bystander observed several small children being locked in the back of a white U-Haul box truck at the I-40 446 Welcome Center in Cocke County. While driving in that direction, Trooper Caudill observed a U-Haul truck […]
Elementary School Basketball Returns to School Locations
Elementary School Basketball will return to Jefferson County Schools this winter but for the first time in over two decades games will be held on school property. The Jefferson County School Board voted 4-0 to return the league games to school property after several seasons of play at the Dandridge Activity Center. The recommendation for […]
Christmas in July Brings the Heat
The sweltering heat and the days at the lake may make the Christmas season seem so far ahead, but rejoice Holiday lovers, for the magic is only 5 months away! To hold us over though, many retailers and television networks bestow upon us what we now know as Christmas in July. Impatience isn’t the only […]
Jefferson City Industrial Site Property Purchase Complete
It’s official: the property has changed hands from private to public, and—for the first time in more than 40 years—Jefferson City has a site of substantial size to market to industries. As a result of a July 11 transaction with Jefferson Court LLC, the Jefferson City Industrial Development Board (IDB) now holds the deed to […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is purchasing. The head governmental hive will bee meeting this week and buzzy bees in the know are buzzing that it could be a sticky proposition. The low humm is that some of the swarm are looking to put the sting on pollination for a new nest. The low, low […]
A Lump of Coal
Even though January first is still several months away, it is the first month of the new fiscal year. Santa brought us a nickle property tax increase and the promise of an argument on whether or not to purchase a building in downtown Dandridge for the relocation of the Mayor’s Office and the Finance Office. […]
Sutton graduates from TVA Rural Leadership Institute
AEC Energy Advisor LeAnn Sutton is a recent graduate of TVA’s Rural Leadership Institute. The nine-month program was developed by the agency to help rural economic development professionals effectively lead volunteers, partner organizations, businesses, and elected officials to ensure long-term success in attracting investments that will result in jobs for local communities. Sessions focused on […]
Tennessee Football Announces 2019 Fan Day for August 4
Head Coach Jeremy Pruitt and the Tennessee Volunteer football team invite fans to meet the Vols inside Neyland Stadium on Sunday, Aug. 4, for “Fan Day,” which will feature an open practice followed by an autograph session. Admission and parking are free for the event. Gate 21 will open for fans at 1:30 p.m. and the open […]
SFMO: Don’t Give Fire Safety a Vacation this Summer!
While school is out and temperatures rise, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding Tennesseans to not send fire safety on a summer vacation. Overall, summer is statistically less deadly than winter when it comes to fires. However, summer comes with its own set of dangers that parents and homeowners shouldn’t forget. Remember: […]
TN REDLINE Adds New Text Communication Capability
The Tennessee REDLINE today unveiled its new text message capability for people seeking a referral to addiction treatment services. The number for confidential referrals via voice call or text message remains the same: 800-889-9789. Since 1989, the Tennessee REDLINE has served as a referral service to addiction treatment for people and their families looking for […]
THADDEUS (THAD) ROYCE BIBLE
THADDEUS (THAD) ROYCE BIBLE, age 54, of Talbott, TN passed away July 10, 2019 at Jefferson Memorial Hospital. He was a member of Kidwell Ridge Baptist Church. His hobbies included reading, puzzles and traveling. He was a cosmetologist in Atlanta for several years. He is preceded in death by his grandparents, Orville and Kay B. […]
ROBIN ELAINE SHAW
ROBIN ELAINE SHAW, age 54, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on July 10, 2019 at Serenity House in Morristown. Preceded by father, Bob Shaw. She is survived by children, Zack Emory, Jessica Shaw; grandchildren, Kaylee, Kaycee, Benjamin, Kylie, Kaytlyn; mother, Judy Shaw; brothers, sisters, nieces, nephews and other relatives. Memorial service will be held […]
ELVA G. MARQUIS
ELVA G. MARQUIS, age 93, of Morristown TN passed away Tuesday, July 9, 2019 at Morristown Hamblen Hospital. Preceded in death by parents and several brothers and sisters; infant daughter, Carol. She attended First United Methodist Church of Jefferson City and church services at Regency, and was retired from J. C. Penney after 40 years […]