Annual Scots-Irish Music Festival Hits Streets Of Dandridge
The streets of the Historic Town Square in Dandridge were overflowing with kilted clans, as the Scots-Irish Festival arrived on Saturday, September 24, 2016. Bagpipes filled the air and the smell of authentic fare wafted through the crowd, as folks lined up to check out the vendors and catch up on the local Scots-Irish history. […]
Constitution Week Bell Ringing Hosted By Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter, National Society Daughters Of The American Revolution
In honor of Constitution Week, the Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter of the National Society of the Daughters of the American Revolution held a Bell Ringing Ceremony on September 18, 2016. The event was held on the lawn of the Department of Education Building in the Historic Town Square in downtown Dandridge. Kimberly Williams-Clabo served as […]
White Pine Holds First Annual Pine Fest
Community and city leaders of White Pine came together for their first annual Pine Fest Saturday afternoon. The event originally came to the town several years ago in trial, but never became a staple of the community. Last year, when the town celebrated its 100 year anniversary, many felt it was time for Pine Fest […]
Eagles Return to the Nest
Carson-Newman University welcomed back long time eagles and the class of 2020 as classes resumed on Wednesday. Fall semester has arrived after last week’s Welcome Week, in which incoming freshmen and their families became familiar with the campus. First Baptist Church of Jefferson City welcomed students back with a banner fashioned in Carson-Newman’s native orange […]
Three Shades of Orange: Freshman Class Includes Triplets from Dandridge
Having family nearby can make the transition to college a little easier. For three freshmen, family will be right here on campus. Triplets Ethan, Griffin and Landon Gantte, from Dandridge, Tennessee, will begin their college careers at UT this fall. Growing up close to campus, they never envisioned going to school anywhere else—and having familiar […]
Access Life Holds Expo at Cherokee Dam
Local churches and community volunteers came together Saturday at Cherokee Dam to celebrate the Access Life Expo. The Access Life ministry was founded by Doug and Leanne Goddard in 2010 after they saw a need to reach out to those living with disabilities. With the help of local churches, the two have been able to […]
Coach Spencer Riley Gives Key Note Address at United Way Parade of Tables Event
The United Way of Jefferson County kicked off their fund raising season on Thursday evening, August 18,2016 with their annual Parade of Tables and Silent Auction. Tables were sponsored by local businesses and organizations and were decorated in their theme of choice. The People’s Choice winner for the evening, which was the table that garnered […]
Modern Woodmen of America Matches $2,500 for New Market Volunteer Fire Department
When the New Market Volunteer Fire Department held their recent fundraiser called “Summer Fest,” Modern Woodmen of America was there to help them! The first $2,500 that was raised that weekend was matched dollar for dollar by MWA. Richard Hall is shown presenting the check to the NMVFD Chief Frank Solomon, along with many of the […]
Joe Fortner Names Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies Tennessee Wildlife Officer of the Year
Joe Fortner has been honored as the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Wildlife Officer of the Year for the Southeastern Association of Fish and Wildlife Agencies (SEAFWA). The recipient of the award was announced by Darren Rider, TWRA Boating and Law Enforcement Division colonel. Fortner serves as a wildlife officer in TWRA Region III District 31’s […]
Carson-Newman College Named “College of Distinction” for 2016-2017
Carson-Newman University has been named for the third year in a row a “College of Distinction,” and a “Christian College of Distinction” for 2016-2017. Area high-school counselors and other educators come together every year to nominate colleges and universities that they deem exemplary in education. Carson-Newman received the award based on the Colleges of Distinction’s […]
Zion Dance Company Performs Adaptation of “You are Special” and “#kywa”
This past weekend Zion Dance Company took to the stage to perform their adaptation of Max Lucado’s “You are Special,” as well as their own production entitled #kwya, or Know Who You Are. “You are Special” was originally a children’s book that focused on addressing issues such as self-image and self-worth. Zion took the simple […]
Local Sanctuary Provides Safe Haven to Wolf-Dogs
Nestled between the forested landscapes of Dandridge is a unique experience known as Wolf Paws. Wolf Paws is a positive awareness wolf-dog sanctuary that is currently home to six animals rescued from around the area. Most of the animals have been saved from shelters or abandonment that comes with the stigma of being called a […]
Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley Holds First “Stuff the Bus”
The Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley held their first annual “Stuff the Bus” campaign this week. Each day the club partnered with community sponsors and rallied together to gather necessary school supplies for club members at all three of their area locations. Following in the footsteps of other clubs around the country, Dumplin […]
Glenmore Mansion Gets Help On Restoration Project From Modern Woodmen Of America
Modern Woodmen of America helped the Glenmore Mansion with their recent fundraiser. MWA matched the first $1,500 they raised when they held their annual plant sale in May. The money raised will be used to finance the replacement of the mansion’s front porch. They are still in the process of raising money to replace their front porch. […]
Jefferson City Fills Old Downtown with Independence Day Parade
Jefferson City held its annual Independence Day parade Monday afternoon right in the heart of old downtown. Crowds of onlookers gathered to watch and celebrate the holiday together in a charismatic style. Several prominent groups presented floats, including churches, fire departments, businesses, and private members of the community. Children and families were showered with candy […]
Happy Independence Day!
Flags are flying and fireworks are booming! The grill is heated and ready for cooking! It is July 4th and Americans are celebrating the birth of their Nation. Independence Day has become known as a day for fun and family but proud Americans never forget the reason behind the parties, community events and showers of […]
