Registration Becomes More Convenient in Jefferson County
The Jefferson County Clerk’s office unveiled a new self-service kiosk at the Jefferson City Community Center on Monday. The kiosk allows for fast, convenient vehicle registration for only citizens of Jefferson County. The speedy machine was installed inside the community center on Thursday evening, and had its first use early the next morning. To use […]
Dandridge Police Celebrates Thirty Years of Seat Belt Enforcement During National “Click It or Ticket” Mobilization
Dandridge Police is partnering with the Tennessee Highway Safety Office to increase seat belt enforcement from May 23 to June 5, surrounding of one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. “If you ask the family members of those unrestrained people who were killed in crashes, they’ll tell you—they wish their loved ones had […]
More than 100 Top Caregivers Earn Special Recognition as 2016 “Caring Hearts”
Alzheimer’s Tennessee celebrates ‘unsung’ heroes who go above and beyond when caring for individuals and families facing Alzheimer’s disease or dementia. Facilities and home health agencies across East Tennessee nominate a staff member who has provided outstanding care to those with cognitive impairment. Alzheimer’s Tennessee, honored 106 of these caregivers at the 18th Annual Caring Hearts ceremony held last […]
Jefferson Middle School Honors and Graduation 2016
Jefferson Middle School held its eighth grade honors and graduation ceremonies for students on Monday. Students were presented in front of family and friends in a ceremonial walk across the gym and then seated for awards and honors. Various social and academic awards were presented in the ceremony, from anti-bullying to mathematics. Special students were […]
Fast Pace Urgent Care Clinic Opens New Jefferson City Location
Fast Pace Urgent Care Clinic opened its doors Saturday to its new Jefferson City location. The clinic offers services to the public including treatment, prevention and wellness, and occupational health services. Fast Pace also provides an active medical weight loss program. The clinic has the option of a reduced self-pay program, covering in-house testing and […]
Congratulations to the JCHS Class of 2016
Thousands gathered Saturday morning to celebrate the Jefferson County High School Class of 2016. The air buzzed with excitement as the 40th Commencement Ceremony was held at Walters State Expo Center in White Pine. The Class of 2016 had humble beginnings four years ago. They entered the doors of JCHS their freshman year to face […]
Mt. Horeb Holds Annual Field Day
Mt. Horeb Elementary held their annual Field Day event Wednesday for kindergarten and first grade students. The purpose of the event was to get students active and allow them a break from their usual school day routine. Students got a chance to run off their extra energy with proud parents peppering the stands cheering them […]
Pet Lover’s Paradise Grand Opening
Furry friends and family members will be pleased to know that there is a new place in town that caters to their needs. Pet Lover’s Paradise, located at 414 East Meeting Street in Dandridge, hosted their grand opening on Saturday. The event featured fun stuff for both pets and people including a cookout, face painting […]
Kesterson Signs With Carson-Newman University
Kaylee Kesterson recently signed to attend Carson-Newman University as a member of their Music Department. Kesterson received the prestigious Tarr Music Scholarship, a full scholarship which requires the applicant audition before a committee. A member of the Jefferson County High School Class of 2016, Kaylee applied for the highly competitive scholarship earlier this year. On […]
Great Tunes, Great Times Down on the Farm
It was an exciting, if chilly, evening down on the farm as the Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series kicked off their summer showcase. Grits and special guest Tractorhead brought the house down and kept the energy high in the debut evening of the four concert series. The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series is an annual […]
Open for the Season
The Dandridge Farmers Market opened for the season last Saturday. Located in the Historic Town Square, at the corner of Gay and Meeting Streets, an appreciative crowd made its way to the colorful tented area to enjoy the early season goods. A highly anticipated part of the warm weather months in downtown Dandridge, the Farmers […]
We’re Back – A Poem By Janie Slaton
We’re Back Push harder! You can do it! “Hello, Sky. I’ve missed you! There’s the sun in the east– Morning has broken!” Mangled, twisted, weak-kneed sprouts Anxiously face the March lion wind, Resolutely withstand April’s last hard freeze, For their efforts will be evidenced When the peonies scream in May, “Hello, Spring! We’re back!” With […]
Habitat for Humanity Tees Off with Annual Golf Tournament
The Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity hosted their annual golf tournament on Thursday. People from all over Jefferson County and surrounding areas came out in support of the organization’s many projects, including the Racine Ridge Community and the ReStore. The major sponsor for the event was Tennova Health Care, and many representatives from Jefferson Memorial […]
WJFX and WNRX Treat Community with Listener Appreciation Day
Local radio stations WJFC and WNRX gave thanks to their listeners with a free event on Saturday. The stations of Lakeway Broadcasting hosted the free event at their Coleman House Studio located on Highway 92 in Jefferson City. Local entertainers such as Pop Seals and Open Range, Flora Brown, GRITS, Wild Blue Yonder, Lost Creek […]
Glenmore Mansion Holds Annual Plant Sale
The Historic Glenmore Mansion, located in Jefferson City, hosted their annual plant sale Saturday Morning. Crafters and vendors from all over the region set up on the grounds, drawing a large crowd on a more crisp than usual May morning. Some of the products up for grabs included mixed media art, countless plants and flowers, […]
They’re Back!
Lake watchers may have noticed an influx of brightly colored boats this week in the Douglas Lake area. The B.A.S.S. Nation fishing tournament has, again, found its way to the waters surrounding Historic Dandridge. 386 boats were entered in the tournament, each looking to bring home the prize. Early morning starts and late afternoon weigh […]
