Carson-Newman Celebrates Homecoming
Carson-Newman University hosted its annual homecoming festivities over the weekend to crowds of alumni and students. Homecoming is an exciting time on campus, highlighted by class reunions, live music, food, and several sporting events across campus. One of the main attractions of the afternoon was the University’s annual homecoming parade. Alumni and students crowded on […]
Ghosts and Goblins Every Witch Way in Downtown Dandridge
The streets in Dandridge’s Historic Town Square were crawling with ghosts, goblins and creatures of all shapes and sizes, as the local Dandridge business community welcomed trick or treaters on Halloween evening. Businesses from inside and outside the downtown area lined the sidewalks to hand out candy and favors for the costumed crowd. Families were […]
Rush Strong School Promotes Drug Awareness with 12th Annual Red Ribbon Day
Students, teachers, and emergency crews from across the area gathered together for a day of hands-on education at Rush Strong School’s 12th annual Red Ribbon Day. Students had been working toward the day all week, learning about staying away from drugs, tobacco, and alcohol through the school’s D.A.R.E program. Educators wanted to bring in area […]
Mt. Vale Church of God Holds Annual Trunk-or-Treat at Fairgrounds
Parents and their little ghouls and goblins were treated to a frighteningly good time at Mt. Vale Church of God’s annual trunk or treat event Saturday evening. This is the church’s second time holding the event. Organizers explained that they had to move the location this year due to the overwhelming response of over 3,000 […]
Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places: Wells House
This is the final installment in the Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places series. Even the spookiest of places can have a quaint, small town feel. We conclude our favorite haunts around the county with a look into the historic Wells House, located in Dandridge. It should be noted that Wells House is currently a private […]
Mossy Creek Foundation Holds Oktoberfest Fundraiser at Jefferson Middle School
The Mossy Creek amphitheater and park is one financial step closer to completion thanks to a fundraiser last weekend to benefit the Mossy Creek Foundation. Oktoberfest, an evening of music, fare, and fun, took place at Jefferson Middle School and was hosted by the Mossy Creek Foundation. Entertainment for the evening was provided by Hillbilly […]
Wolf Paws Sanctuary Holds 2nd Annual WolfStock
Volunteers and supporters came together on Saturday to celebrate the 2nd annual WolfStock for Wolf Paws positive dog sanctuary. The fundraiser was held to help cover costs and other necessities for the non-profit organization. WolfStock took place from noon to five on the grounds of the sanctuary where the animals’ habitats are kept. The event […]
Local Churches Start Coats for the Cold Drive
Groups of local churches around the community are banding together in the spirit of the upcoming holiday season to create a Coats for the Cold drive. The mission of the churches, ranging across multiple denominations, is to couple meeting the needs of the community with the love of Christ. The Coats for the Cold drive […]
4H Lands Judging Competition
Sevier County 4-H Land Judging Team Members recently brought home honors in the Eastern Region 4-H Land Judging Contest held at the UT Institute of Agriculture Holston Farms Research Center in Knoxville, Tennessee. The Sevier County Junior High Team placed third with team members Anthony Jose, Keeara Barbee and Colin Tillman. As individuals, Anthony placed […]
Rusty Wallace Ford Celebrates Grand Opening in Dandridge
Tuesday was a big day for the Town of Dandridge and Jefferson County. The newest Rusty Wallace dealership, Rusty Wallace Ford, celebrated its grand opening and ribbon cutting with the community. Dandridge Mayor George Gantte, members of Dandridge City Counsel, and other representatives from Jefferson County were on hand to welcome the new business in to […]
A Barking Good Time
It was a barking good time at the Jefferson County Humane Society 1st Annual Pet Expo, as folks and their furry friends came out to support a great cause and have some family friendly fun. Vendors offered their wares and the fare added to the old time carnival nature. Some lucky pets found their forever […]
Habitat for Humanity Holds Customer Appreciation Day
Organizers and volunteers of Habitat for Humanity can usually be found working around the local area and helping the community. On Saturday, the organization gave back to its most valuable tool of success: its customers. Habitat for Humanity hosted its annual Customer Appreciation Day on Saturday. The event lasted from 11 to 2 at their […]
Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places: Vance Building
This is the fifth entry in the Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places series. They say those who do not learn history are bound to repeat it. History can be found all throughout Dandridge, including a haunted history. In this edition of our favorite spooky haunts we take a look at one of the oldest buildings […]
Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places: Dandridge Graveyards
This is the fourth entry in the Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places series. It wouldn’t be Halloween without talking about, what else in the mention of spooky places, a cemetery. This time we look at two of the oldest resting places in historic downtown and what might be lurking within them. One of the oldest […]
Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places: Roper Mansion
This is the third entry in the Haunted Spaces and Spooky Places series. Histories of towns bridge and connect to make the historical area of Eastern Tennessee all that we have come to know and love. This featured haunt is a continuation of the progress made by the Branner family, the ones who helped build […]
