League of Women Voters Annual Potluck Picnic, September 10, 2013
The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County will hold its annual Potluck Picnic on Tuesday, September 10, 2013, at the Emmanuel Baptist Church pavilion, 1916 Overlook Avenue, Jefferson City. This yearly “kickoff” meeting will begin at 6:00 p.m. with a Potluck Picnic dinner followed by an update on upcoming events. Both members and non-members […]
White Pine School PTO Open House and Ice Cream Social, August 22, 2013
PTO Open House and Ice Cream Social will be held Thursday, August 22nd at 6:00. A PTO Meeting and refreshments will be from 6:00 – 6:30 and then all parents and students will have the opportunity to visit their teachers and classrooms from 6:30-7:30. We encourage all parents and students to attend. Thank You
Free Texas Roadhouse Appetizer for Donors
Medic Regional Blood Center is proud to partner with Texas Roadhouse by offering all donors a coupon for a free appetizer. “Donations have been slow and we’re hoping that a free appetizer from Texas Roadhouse will help encourage donors to take a few minutes to give the gift of life,” explains Christi Fightmaster, Medic Spokesperson. […]
Tennessee Smokies host Carson-Newman night at Smokies Park
The Tennessee Smokies will host Carson-Newman faculty, staff, parents and alumni at Smokies Park Saturday, August 24 for Carson-Newman University night. Game time is scheduled for 6:15 p.m. EST. To celebrate the beginning of a new school year, discounted tickets are available for $7.50 for the evening affair. To purchase tickets, click here and use the […]
Dining With Democrats, September 6, 2103
The first Friday in September is just around the corner and that means it is time for Jefferson County Democrats to gather for their monthly lunch. The lunch will be Friday, September 6, at 11:30 a.m. at Perkins Family Restaurant in Dandridge. We will meet and eat in the large center room. Reservations are needed […]
Darrell Waltrip to headline Carson-Newman NASCAR Celebrity Roast Bristol Race Week event to Benefit Boys and Girls Club
Carson-Newman University invites race fans to start their engines for Bristol race week with a NASCAR celebrity roast featuring racing legend Darrell Waltrip. The University will present the event benefiting The Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley on Tuesday, Aug. 20, at 7 p.m. on the school’s Jefferson City campus. The roast is open […]
Spirit of Nations Powwow to Offer New Features
The Spirit of Nations Powwow, scheduled for August 10th in Knoxville, will be held in commemoration of the 175th anniversary of the Trail of Tears. Because of this anniversary, new features at this year’s powwow include a Cherokee language class and Cherokee traditional dancing. Also new this year will be a children’s area that will […]
Rehabilitation of I-40 Bridge in Jefferson County Continues – Traffic Alert, August 11, 2013
On Sunday, August 11th, lane closures will begin on the I-40 Bridge over the French Broad River in Jefferson County, near Mile Marker 424. One lane will remain open for eastbound and westbound traffic. Motorists should be aware that backups are likely during peak travel hours. Lane closures are expected to remain in place for […]
Jefferson County Fair Celebrates 70 Years, Aug 15-24, 2013
August 15 – 24, 2013 ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FUN? Gates Open at 5 P.M (info (865)475-8805)
2013 ALLEN RICKS MEMORIAL NWTF J.A.K.E.S EVENT
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be hosting the annual Allen Ricks Memorial NWTF JAKES event on Saturday, August 10th at the Region 4 Office in Morristown, Tenn. The NWTF JAKES program (Juniors Acquiring Knowledge, Ethics and Sportsmanship) events are designed to help pass on the traditions of responsible hunting and teach the principles of […]
Unwound Band To Play At NMVFD Back To School Dance Saturday
The New Market Volunteer Fire Department will have a Back To School Dance this Saturday Night Students receive $1.00 off admission with Student ID Line Dancing begins at 6:00 pm Music begins at 8:00 pm
State Archivists to Visit Knoxville in Search of Civil War Memorabilia
Representatives from the Tennessee State Library and Archives and the Tennessee State Museum will be in Knoxville on August 15th and 16th to record and digitize Civil War memorabilia owned by local residents for an exhibit titled “Looking Back: The Civil War in Tennessee.” Archivists will be at the East Tennessee History Center, 601 S. […]
Frozen Treats For Blood Donors
Medic Regional Blood Center reports that there is an emergency need for all blood types and the community blood center has less than a one day supply of blood in inventory for 27 area hospitals. “The summer is always a difficult time for us in keeping up with the need for blood and this year […]
THE NRA YOUTH HUNTER EDUCATION CHALLENGE THIS SATURDAY
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency will be hosting the annual NRA Youth Hunter Education Challenge this Saturday, August 3rd at the John Sevier Hunter Education Center in Knoxville, Tenn. Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. YHEC is an advanced hunter education program designed to build and further develop skills taught in basic hunter education courses.Participants will […]
Jefferson County Tomorrow Meetings, August 6 & 10, 2013
Jefferson County Tomorrow is hosting two meetings on August 6 and August 10. The purpose of these meetings is to provide important information and updates to citizens on several issues facing Jefferson County. Please plan to attend one or both of these meetings. All who are interested are welcome. New Market School Tuesday, August […]