Honoring the Memory of Martin Dail
Former Jefferson County Educator and active community member, the late Martin Luther Dail, was honored this week with the naming of a street in the Strawberry Plains Community and with a resolution from the Jefferson County Commission. Family members and friends gathered at Rush Strong School, where Dail served as Principal during his long tenure […]
2nd Annual All County Band Festival
Jefferson County was alive with music on Friday evening, April 17, 2015, as student musicians from the various Jefferson County schools came together to present the 2nd Annual All County Band Festival. Hosted in the Jefferson County High School gym, the cross school and age band presented a performance that wowed the crowd packing the […]
JCHS Annual Night Of The Patriots
Jefferson County High School honored local veterans on Thursday evening with their annual performance of The Night of the Patriots. A long standing favorite event of November, this school year’s show was pushed back several months to allow for renovations to Jefferson County High School. The delay did not dampen the spirit of the show, […]
2015 Jefferson County FFA Tractor Pull
Those looking for a little excitement and the roar of a good engine were not disappointed Saturday as the annual FFA Tractor and Truck Pull came to the Jefferson County Fair Grounds. The mix of food, fun and a little friendly competition were the order of the day, as enthusiasts packed the bleachers in the […]
Carson-Newman University Religion Professor Releases New Book
Dr. Wayne Ballard, a professor of religion at Carson-Newman University, has released a new book, “The Exile and Beyond,” from Smyth & Helwys Publishing. The new book is part of the “All The Bible Series,” an eight-volume basic biblical survey series to assist in nurturing a better understanding of the message and background of the […]
Pack 77 Competes in Annual Pinewood Derby
Boy Scout Pack 77 hosted their Pinewood Derby on Saturday March 28, 2015, at Dandridge Elementary School. Sponsors for the event were Ed Franklin Realty and KNE Trophy in White Pine. The track was alive with the ambitions of every racer, and though all raced well, Bear Scout Hunter Trent prevailed with his car: the […]
Ruth and Tony Jones Celebrate 50 Years of Marriage
Ruth and Tony Jones of Grainger County celebrate 50 years of marriage March,20 2015. They have two wonderful daughters, Tonia Kinder and Tammy Pique. Their grandchildren are Angel Pique, Abby and Emmy Kincer, and Zack Kincer. They also have a great grandchild Landon, along with a nieces, nephews, and special great nieces and nephews. They have one special great – great […]
JCHS Senior Play Performs ‘LEGALLY BLONDE’
The Jefferson County High School Class of 2015 presented their Senior Play last week, to rousing audience approval. In this thirteen production, JCHS seniors offered the kitchy musical comedy of Legally Blonde, The Musical. Based on the novel by Amanda Brown and featuring music and lyrics by Laurence O’Keefe and Nell Benjamin, Legally Blonde takes […]
Carson-Newman University art exhibit to feature one of Jefferson County’s own
Carson-Newman University will host an exhibit by local artist David Seal. The exhibit runs from March 29 through April 29 in the University’s Appalachian Cultural Center. An opening reception will be held on Sunday, March 29, from 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. The exhibit and reception are both free and open to the public. Seal’s […]
‘After all, it’s in his blood’ – Jefferson County Local Opens Distillery In Hartford
A Jefferson County local has opened a distillery in Hartford, TN. Darrell Miller was born and raised in Dandridge, Tennessee on a small dairy farm. While he was raised in Jefferson County, his travels took him far from the hills of Tennessee. Miller’s career path found him overseas, teaching internationally. When he returned to the […]
Shop at Home Week in Jefferson County
The snow may be melted but residents of Jefferson County will be feeling the effects of the past harsh weather for a weeks to come. Snow, freezing rain and ice had everyone in a rush to the grocery stores, followed by days of hibernation, as Jefferson County waited for the thaw. Now it’s back to […]
Health Council SEED Project Thanks Tractor Supply
In December, Tractor Supply of Jefferson County selected Mary Ball’s entry in their online photo contest to win a gift card. “Miss Mary” picked up the “Compost Bag” she decided to purchase for use at the Boys and Girls Club of Jefferson City. She also invited store manager Mike Bleier to partner with the […]
Little Hawks Have Big Hearts
Mrs. Denton’s kindergarten class at Mt. Horeb Elementary School gave a generous gift to the Jefferson County Humane Society last week. The young Hawks set a goal of collecting and donating more than 100 cans of food to help support the local shelter. In true spirit of community outreach, students exceeded their goal. Their furry […]
Cub Scout Pack 77 Helps Feed The Hungry In Local Community
Cub Scout Pack 77 handed out Scouting for Food bags in Dandridge neighborhoods on December 6th, and picked them back up on December 13th after residents filled them with their generous donations to feed the hungry in our community. Cub Scouts that participated include Tiger Cubs Chris Banks Jr., Ian Davis, and Jack Hampton, Wolf […]
New Market Christmas Parade
The New Market Christmas Parade is always a favorite among parade-goers and this year was no different. The New Market crowd was entertained by everything from horses to 4-wheelers, rescue vehicles to wagons. The Knoxville Kerbella Shrine added to the mix with their humorous antics and driving prowess. This year’s New Market parade was last […]
Historic Dandridge Hosts Annual Christmas Parade
The streets in the Town of Dandridge were filled with Christmas cheer on Saturday, December 20, 2014, as the annual Christmas Parade came to Town. Revelers began lining the streets early for the 1:30 start at Maury Middle School. The Parade route took the lengthy march through the Historic Town Square, ending at Town Hall. […]
