DAR Celebrates Anniversary
“Prelude to Kings Mountain” was the presentation given by Betty Stevens, Tennessee Society Daughters of the American Revolution (TSDAR) Treasurer and Speaker Staff member, at the Third Anniversary Luncheon for the Martha Dandridge Washington (MDW) Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), February 9, at the First United Methodist Church in Dandridge. Regent […]
Modern Woodmen Sponsors JCHS Baseball Golf Tourney
Modern Woodmen Fraternal Financial was the Title Sponsor for the Jefferson County High School baseball team at their annual golf tournament. Richard Hall (MWA Representative) is shown presenting the $1,500 check to Zachary Reese (head coach) and some of the baseball team players.
DAR Shines Light on Life Outreach Center
“Our mission is to empower women and men to choose life,” said Cathy Gleason, Chief Executive Officer of Life Outreach Center (LOC), the crisis pregnancy center at 1179 North Hwy. 92, Jefferson City. “We promote healthy families.” Mrs. Gleason spoke at the December meeting of the Martha Dandridge Washington (MDW) Chapter, National Society Daughters of […]
Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday
Winter is coming to an end, and already shades of green are popping up all around East Tennessee. With the coming warmer temperatures, budding trees, and splashes of color from spring flowers, comes another thing, Daylight Savings Time. Beginning during World War I, Daylight Savings Time was implemented in the U.S. and other European countries […]
Modern Woodmen Honors Hometown Hero Rae Hutchins
Recently, the Dandridge Chapter of Modern Woodmen of America honored Rae Hutchins as our Hometown Hero for her outstanding service to our community. Rae Hutchins has been the volunteer coordinator for Music on the Town for the past 15 years. She books all the talented performers we enjoy hearing, and also helps raise funds to […]
Jefferson Park Has a Fairy Tale Kind of Day
On February 26, Jefferson Park at Dandridge had a happily ever after kind of day. It was National “Tell A Fairy Tale Day”! Our castle was decorated with all our favorite Fairy Tale Fables. We had fairies, princesses, mermaids, gnomes, and unicorns. What a Magical way to spend our day!
Volunteer Tennessee Announces School Seal of Approval Honorees
Volunteer Tennessee’s School Seal of Approval program recently recognized Jefferson County High School for its outstanding commitment to service. Ten schools from across the state were honored at the 2019 Tennessee Conference on Volunteerism and Service-Learning in Franklin on February 11. Volunteer Tennessee is the 25 member bipartisan citizen board appointed by the Governor to […]
Martha Singleton Celebrates 100th Birthday
Jefferson Park at Dandridge celebrated Martha Singleton’s 100th Birthday on February 24th. Martha was surrounded by family and friends. We asked her what 100 years has taught her, she replied “Treat everyone like you would want to be treated”, great advice Martha.
Park Announces Paving Project on Little River Road
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that a pavement preservation project will begin Tuesday, February 19 on Little River Road. A thin pavement overlay will be applied to the entire length of the 16.5-mile roadway between Sugarlands Visitor Center to the Townsend Wye along with associated pull-offs and parking lots and the 1.5-mile Elkmont […]
Boys & Girls Clubs of Dumplin Valley Youth of the Year Winner
Being named Youth of the Year is the highest honor a Boys & Girls Club member can receive. This recognition program for Club members promotes service to Club, community and family; academic success; strong moral character; life goals; and poise and public speaking ability. Boys & Girls Clubs recognize members ages 14 to 18 as […]
Happy Valentines Day 2019!
Valentine’s Day 2019 is upon us, and the Day of Love has a long history that makes it more than just another “greeting card holiday.” The most popular theory about how Valentine’s Day began happened during the time of the Romans. Emperor Claudius the II didn’t want his men to marry during times of war, […]
JCHS Teacher Receives Simply Smart Grant
Raye Pedigo, physics and calculus teacher, at Jefferson County High School is one of the 2018-2019 Simply Smart grant winners sponsored by Knoxville TVA Credit Union. She received $1439 to purchase 2 Flashforge 3D printers and filament to incorporate 3D design technology into her instruction. The students designed and printed keytags first to learn how […]
Jefferson County EMA Provides Schools With ‘Stop the Bleed’ Kits
The Jefferson County Emergency Medical Agency has provided Jefferson County Schools Stop the Bleed Kits as part of a National Campaign to provide immediate, frontline aid for emergency injuries until first responders arrive. These kits have been made available to the Jefferson County EMA through a grant funded by the East TN Healthcare Coalition in […]
Jefferson County Spay Neuter Project Holds Successful Fundraiser
A paint party held at The Dandridge Brewing Company on February 6, 2019 was a huge success, with all profit donated by artist Chastidyi Parrott to The Spay Neuter Project. The sold out event raised support dollars for the spaying and neutering of cats and dogs in Jefferson County, and help control pet overpopulation. Fundraising […]
Jefferson Elementary is #BeShadStrong
Amanda Lay’s 1st grade class from Jefferson Elementary, along with Principal Craig Day, Assistant Principal Glen Wolfenbarger, Counselor Lisa Allen, and Student Teacher Alexis Foster gather to show support for student KeShad Carr. Carr is currently enjoying a trip to Disney World thanks to the Knoxville Dream Connection. Shad is battling Rhabdomayosarcoma, a type of cancer. Join […]
Letters to the Editor – Grant Funding
Submitted by David Seal The time for Jefferson County to invest in a Grant Coordinator is long overdue. While the county does have dedicated public servants within county departments, schools, and non-profits that secure grants, more effort is needed to fully realize grant funding. Neighboring counties and other municipalities in the region receive grant funding from a variety […]
