June Jubilee Returns To Dandridge
June Jubilee made its first appearance in Historic Dandridge in several years on Saturday, June 20, 2015. The streets of the historic town square were packed early, as locals and visitors came out in abundance to welcome the beloved street fair back to Town. More than 50 vendors were on hand offering everything from delicious […]
Changes to I-40 Exit 407 Nearly Complete; New Diverging Diamond Interchange in Sevierville to Open on June 30
Motorists should be aware of changes to the way they get to and from the Smoky Mountains. TDOT will open the new I-40 Exit 407 Diverging Diamond interchange to traffic on the morning of Tuesday, June 30, 2015. Signage will be in place to direct motorists to I-40, State Route 66, and local businesses. In […]
Summer Solstice 2015
This Sunday, June 21, 2015, is the Summer Solstice, the day when the sun’s highest point is the farthest from the equator. This celestial event means that the north pole is tilted directly at the sun, making the sun set and rise farther north than normal. The result of this change in path is the […]
Cooling Down on the Pigeon
Sunday, June 21, 2015 is the first official day of Summer, and what better way to kick off the season than with a rafting trip down the Pigeon River? 5 Rivers Adventures is a family owned and run business owned by Jason Grooms and Chuck Stansberry operating out of Hartford, TN. 5 Rivers has been […]
2nd Annual Lakeside Of The Smokies Triathlon
The second annual Lakeside of the Smokies Triathlon took place on Saturday, June 11, 2015. New to the event this year was the opportunity to sign up for an abbreviated, yet still challenging, sprint course. Those that opted for the traditional Olympic course spent the early hours of Saturday morning swimming .9 miles on beautiful […]
11-9 Vote No Property Tax Increase
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, June 15, 2015 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Carmichael. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Dockery. Commissioner McGraw addressed a letter that was received by Commissioners but was not signed and requested that […]
JUNE JUBILEE RETURNS JUNE 20th… BE THERE IN THE HISTORIC TOWN SQUARE
June Jubilee will arrive on the streets of the Historic Town Square in Dandridge this Saturday, June 20, 2015. A favorite event of the past, June Jubilee is making its’ first appearance in several years and the return promises excitement for the community and visitors. More than 50 vendors will line Main Street in downtown […]
Jefferson County Mayor Alan Palmieri Calls Press Conference
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri held a press conference on Monday morning, June 15, 2015 to address the budget crisis facing Jefferson County. Palmieri stated that though he has historically been included on the agenda for comments, he discovered that he has been left off the agenda for the voting meeting that is to take place […]
A Flash From the Past – 1978 Property Tax $3.99
Jefferson County is facing the question of answering a multi million dollar deficit and will address the issue this week, as the Jefferson County Commission meets for their regular voting session. At the center of debate is the property tax rate in Jefferson County. Currently, the property tax rate sits at $2.35 and is near […]
Tennessee Heat Wave Is More Severe Weather of 2015
A heat wave continues to batter East Tennessee moving into the week of June 14th, with projected highs ranging from 88-95 degrees Fahrenheit, accompanied by thunderstorms scattered throughout the week. This heat wave is another example of extreme or unusual weather that has taken place around the globe in recent months. California is well into […]
DUI Crackdown for Independence Day
The Dandridge Police Department will be conducting heavy patrols throughout the community looking for impaired drivers the week of Independence Day. “Thanks to the DUI grant provided by the Tennessee Governor’s Highway Safety Office, we are able to put more officers on the roads looking for aggressive, reckless driving often caused by impaired drivers,” stated […]
Keeping Kids Safe this Summer
FIREWORKS SAFETY Fireworks can result in severe burns, blindness, scars, and even death. Fireworks that are often thought to be safe, such as sparklers, can reach temperatures above 1000 degrees Fahrenheit, and can burn users and bystanders. Families should attend community fireworks displays run by professionals rather than using fireworks at home. The AAP recommends […]
Questions Plague Budget Recommendation
The Jefferson County Commission full body got their first look at the Budget Committee’s recommendations for the fiscal year 2015-2016 budget in their work session on Monday, June 8, 2015. Though the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse has been relatively full during the budgeting process,many County Department Heads and Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri were noticeably absent […]
Teen Attacked By Black Bear While Sleeping
For the second time this season, Great Smoky Mountain Nation Park officials have issued a warning concerning bear incidents in the Park. Late Saturday evening, around 10:30 pm, a teenager was pulled from his hammock as he slept ten feet away from his father. According to officials, the father and son were on a back […]
Baby Boomers Edged Out by Echo Boomers
As more and more of the Baby Boomers age into the sixty five and over demographics, the face of the United States could change drastically. In 2011, when the first, and largest, wave of Boomers hit the age of 65, it was a turning point in the way that the United States will deal with […]
