Dandridge Lions Club Annual Golf Tournament
The Dandridge Lion’s Club hosted their annual golf tournament last week to raise funds for their vision philanthropy. Dandridge Golf Course was packed with folks looking to hit the links for a day of fun and all to support a wonderful cause. Dandridge’s local Lion’s Club is very active in the local vision program and […]
TVA & Chamber – How To Rev Up Retail
Doughnuts, Coffee and Orange Juice were the perfect sweet start to a morning discussion of retail and its ever varying trends. Melissa Halsell, TVA’s Retail Development Program Manager, spoke to the small group of retail shop owners and members of City and County officials that were present. She showed the business owners how to utilize social […]
LOCAL SORORITY WINS AWARDS AT NATIONAL LEVEL
Carson-Newman’s Gamma Sigma Sigma national service sorority, brought home seven awards from the 31st National Convention held this year in St. Louis, Missouri. Caitlin Taylor, President, and Autumn Jackson, national representative, were there to accept the national awards on behalf of the Gamma Pi chapter. The awards included the District Five Gold Star Award, the […]
Farm Bureau Insurance “Farmer Charlie” Shoots Commercial in Downtown Dandridge
Dandridge Streets were alive with action on Wednesday afternoon as the Farm Bureau and their iconic spokes figure Farmer Charlie came to Town to shoot their newest advertising piece. Dan Batey, Vice President of Corporate Communication for the Farm Bureau Insurance of Tennessee, stated that location scouts had identified the Town as a prime background […]
Carson-Newman University begins Organizational Leadership Program
Carson-Newman University recently announced a new Bachelor of Science degree in organizational leadership for working adults. Launched this summer, the Organizational Leadership Program is accepting students for the fall semester. Designed to be completed in as little as 18 months, the program is offered entirely online. “Our emphasis on leadership is unique,” said Dr. Paul […]
23nd Annual Mountain Music Kids Bass Tournament
This year’s tournament was held Saturday, July 28, at the Douglas Dam Camping Ground. There was a wonderful turn out to the 23nd Annual Mountain Music Kids Bass Tournament, and well over 350 children entered the tournament, drawing a crowd of over 3,000 people. It was the mother of 15 year old Evan, a young […]
Garden Club meets to collect donations for Random Acts of Flowers
The Dandridge garden club met Thursday at the Dandridge Senior Center for their monthly meeting. In the meeting they focused on a charity called Random Acts of Flowers by collecting vases and various materials that could be used to make floral arrangements. Random Acts of Flowers is a non-profit charity improving mental health through the […]
KECK ELECTED CHAIRMAN
Daryle Keck, President and CEO of First Peoples Bank has been elected Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Southeastern School of Commercial Lending. Mr. Keck has been with First Peoples Bank since 1986 and is Chairman of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce. Info about The Southeastern School of Commercial Lending The Southeastern […]
Carson-Newman University names Percy as new MBA director
Dr. Paul Matthew Percy joins Carson-Newman University as the new Ted Russell distinguished professor of business and director of the MBA and organizational leadership programs. Percy served as provost and vice president for Academic Affairs at King University in Bristol prior to joining Carson-Newman. He began his career at King as an assistant professor of […]
Bill Wallis Honored By Sons Of The American Revolution
Bill Wallis was honored posthumously on Sunday, July 21, 2013, for his dedication and service to the Sons of the American Revolution. Mr. Wallis, a resident of New Iberia, Louisiana until his relocation to Jefferson County to be near family, was a member of the Attakapas Chapter of the organization. John Francois, of the Louisiana […]
Farmer’s Market In Full Swing
The Farmer’s Market, located in the Historic Downtown Square in Dandridge, was in full swing on Saturday as locals came out in force to do a little shopping or pick up a tasty treat. A highly successful venture for the Main Street program in Dandridge, the Saturday market has a true sense of community, as […]
Muffins and Motorcycles
Perkins family restaurant welcomed riders from both Honda Yamaha of Knoxville and Knox Rockets on Thursday night for bike night. Riders met up at Honda Yamaha of Knoxville off Clinton Highway and then proceeded to start the dinner destination ride to Perkins. The ride took them over several back roads making for a very enjoyable […]
Jefferson City Library Summer Reading Program Closes With Visit From Shoney Bear
Jefferson City Public Library ended their summer reading program Friday with a cupcake party and Shoney Bear. Every child that attended and turned in a reading log was entered into the grand prize drawings. Each child also received a goody bag along with a book. Shoney Bear danced with the children and enjoyed a story […]
Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series Get Double Dose of Funk
The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series got a double dose of funk Saturday night, July 13, 2103. Everything came together as the performers J Storm & Grits took the stage with excellent weather conditions for a down on the farm rock concert. The crowds certainly didn’t miss taking the opportunity to come out and enjoy […]
Carson-Newman University Employees Honored For 25 Years Of Service
Carson-Newman University held its annual picnic to recognize maintenance employees of the University. Recognized this year for 25 years of service were John Anderson, left, Billy Ray Martin, and Jerry Calfee, not pictured. The three were presented plaques commemorating their years of dedicated service to Carson-Newman.
Gatlinburg’s Pea Pickin’ Hearts Play Dandridge Farmers Market
The Dandridge Farmers Market, which is located each Saturday morning in downtown Dandridge, was bustling with business as locals and vacationers stopped by to check out what all the fuss was about. Few left empty handed, as irresistible fruits and vegetables and local foods were in abundance. The Pea Pickin’ Hearts, a music duo from […]
