DORIS BRABSON MOORE
Doris Brabson Moore, age 79 of Dandridge, went home to be with the Lord on Sunday, January 13, where she is rejoicing in His presence for the promise that was given to her on the day that she was saved. Born in Rutledge on April 15, 1939, Doris graduated from Rutledge High School and went […]
LUCILLE C. BROOKS
LUCILLE C. BROOKS, age 57, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Sunday, January 13, 2019 at Morristown Hamblen Health System. Preceded in death by parents, Angelo and Susan DiGiacomo. She was a devout Jehovah Witness, loving wife, mother and grandmother who was loved by all who knew her. She is survived by her husband, Timmy […]
By the Numbers: JCHS Report Card Shows Improvement Needed in Academic Achievement and School Climate
Just prior to Christmas Break, the Tn Department of Education rolled out its’ 2017/2018 District/School Report Card complete with a new, easier to read system of scoring schools and districts. The new report card follows much the same system as student report cards. The various areas of scoring are done on a scale of 0-4 […]
SFMO Offers Do’s and Don’ts for Using Wood-Burning Heating Alternatives
Colder temperatures are in the forecast for many Tennesseans as we approach the weekend, and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) is reminding Volunteer State residents to keep safety in mind when choosing to use alternative heating options as a way to stay warm. Wood-burning heat sources, like wood stoves and fireplaces, are common […]
TWRA Launches New Smartphone App with Enhanced Features
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is launching a new smartphone app, “TWRA on the Go,” with enhanced features to make it easier to hunt, fish, boat, and enjoy wildlife. “We are always looking for ways to make it more convenient for those who enjoy the outdoors,” said Michael May, TWRA Assistant Director. “The new app […]
Federal Employees May Be Eligible for Unemployment
The partial shutdown of the United States government currently impacts more than 25,000 Tennesseans. Many furloughed federal workers are not on the job, while others continue to work without pay. The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD) manages the federally funded unemployment insurance program. The state received its appropriation for the program before […]
No. 13 Tennessee Falls To No. 16 Kentucky, 73-71
The No. 13-ranked Tennessee Lady Vols fell, 73-71, to the 16th-ranked Kentucky Wildcats on Thursday night at Thompson-Boling Arena. The Lady Vols (12-3, 1-2 SEC) trailed by two points after a pair of free throws from Meme Jackson with one minute remaining, but a three-pointer from Wildcats guard Jaida Roper put the game out of reach for […]
ROY LEE WICE
Roy Lee “Kayo” Wice, age 87 of White Pine, passed away at Jefferson Memorial Hospital on Tuesday, January 8, 2019. Kayo was a very active member of Leadvale Baptist Church and chairman of the Deacon’s, owner of High Oak Grocery and active member of the White Pine Community. He is preceded in death by his […]
No. 3 Vols Roll Past Missouri, 87-63
No. 3 Tennessee rebounded from a slow start to cruise to an 87-63 win at Missouri Tuesday night at Mizzou Arena. The Vols (13-1, 2-0 SEC) extended their winning streak to nine games with the victory. UT’s 87 points were the most the Tigers (9-4, 0-1 SEC) had allowed this season. After going down by […]
28th Annual Sandhill Crane Festival Set for January 19-20
The 2019 Tennessee Sandhill Crane Festival is set for Jan. 19-20 (Saturday-Sunday) at the Hiwassee Refuge and Birchwood Community Center. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is the primary sponsor for the 28thedition of the festival and many staff members and volunteers will again be contributing their services. The festival is a celebration of the thousands […]
Pre-Medicare Years Bring Health Insurance Worries for Many, U-M/AARP Poll Finds
With the dawn of a new year, most Americans have just started a new health insurance coverage period — whether they receive their coverage through a job, buy it themselves or have a government plan. But a new national poll suggests that many people in their 50s and early 60s harbor serious worries about their […]
UIC Study Details How Today’s High School Cliques Compare to Yesterday’s
Researchers at the University of Illinois at Chicago, in collaboration with colleagues from the University of Texas at Austin, have found that while many high school peer crowds and influences have remained constant over time, changing demographics, cultural influences and the increasing number of college-bound youth have led to the emergence of new peer groups […]