Science Fair Winners Announced
Jefferson County students recently participated in the County wide Science Fair. The event was hosted by Dandridge Elementary School and school level winners were on hand to present their projects. Student participants presented their projects at their independent elementary schools for judging. Top winners were invited to the County wide Science Fair, where their projects […]
Former Jefferson County Educators Gather For Breakfast
Jefferson County Retired Teachers held their final meeting of the year on Saturday morning, December 6, 2014. The group of former Jefferson County educators gathered for breakfast at Carson-Newman University Stokely Memorial Cafeteria, enjoying food, fellowship and an informational program. This was a special meeting because both retired and active Jefferson County educators were invited […]
Carson Newman ROTC Cadets present Flag Program to Lincoln Elementary 4th & 5th Graders
The Carson Newman ROTC Cadets under the supervision of Col. Gregg Stephens presented a Flag Etiquette Program to 150 students in the 4th and 5th Grades at Lincoln Elementary School on November 21, 2014. The program was initiated by Samuel Doak Chapter National Society Daughters of the American Revolution Flag Committee Chairman Barbara Baker and […]
Jingle Bells In White Pine
The usually quiet town of White Pine, TN came to life this Saturday evening, December 6th at 5:00, as citizens, neighbors, families and friends gathered on the side of the streets to watch the White Pine Christmas Parade. The parade is routed from the White Pine Elementary School and goes through the downtown area. Sidewalks […]
Star Studded Night At Thomas Tavern In Dandridge
Bill Landry, of The Heartland Series, was at Thomas Tavern Gifts & Smoke Shop in Dandridge on Thursday evening for a book signing. This is not the first time that the local shop has hosted Landry and he enjoys a strong following in the region. He was on hand to sign copies of his books, […]
Santa Makes Appearance In Dandridge
Santa came to Jefferson County a little early this year and this time around he was taking lists instead of checking them. The Main Street Coffee and Sweet Shoppe played host to Santa and a host of children ready to sit on his lap and go over their Christmas lists. Madison Photography provided the keepsake […]
Hard Hats & High Heels
The Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity hosted Hard Hats and High Heels on Thursday evening. Founded in 1987, the Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity is a Christian based, non profit organization that is focused on assisting qualified families with purchasing affordable housing. Thursday’s event was just one of the fundraising opportunities, as well as community […]
Christmas in Dandridge Calendar of Events offers Variety of Activities this Season
Dandridge invites everyone to join in the fun and festivities for their Annual Christmas in Dandridge Events. The season officially kicked off at the Tree Lighting on November 20th. Small Business Saturday and Open Houses at the downtown shops brought comfort and joy to the shopping experience for gift seekers. “We encourage everyone to shop […]
Dandridge Community Trust hosts Christmas Concert featuring Knoxville Symphony Orchestra
Dandridge Community Trust is excited to bring the Knoxville Symphony Chamber Orchestra to Dandridge for a Sold-Out Christmas Concert on Friday, December 5th. The concert will be held at First Baptist Church of Dandridge starting at 7 p.m. The church will open at 6 p.m. with concert doors opening at 6:30 p.m. In addition to […]
Braxton Lamb Wins American Bantam Association Junior Show Championship
Braxton Lamb, 7 yrs old of White Pine, won the American Bantam Association Junior Show Champion at the Ohio National poultry show in Columbus, Ohio on November 8th, 2014. There were 9600 total birds and around 1700 junior entries in this competition. Braxton was born with a heart defect and has had several surgeries to […]
Dandridge Ministerial Association Hosts Annual Christmas Tree Lighting
The Historic Town Square in Dandridge was ablaze with festive spirit on Thursday evening, as the Dandridge Ministerial Association hosted their annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony. Dandridge Elementary School students lent their voices to some traditional seasonal favorites and the crowd joined in, as well. Biblical passages outlining the Christmas story were read, followed by […]
Runners Brave Cold At Gobble Wobble 5k
New Market Elementary School hosted the Gobble Wobble on Saturday morning to benefit the local school. Appropriately named, in light of the season, the event was well received by the community. More than 50 runners braved the cold weather to make the 5k run and some students also joined in the adventure by running a […]
Local Schools Celebrate Veteran’s Day
Maury Middle School was one of several local schools that hosted events for Veteran’s Day. Carson Newman University provided the Color Guard for the November 11, 2014 recognition service. The Maury Middle School Band, Chorus and Maury Singers heavily participated in the afternoon service and the honorees enjoyed a Choral Reading Tribute, as well as […]
What is the function of the Chamber of Commerce?
LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Letters To The Editor” do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Jefferson County Post nor any of its employees. The Jefferson County Post does not underwrite any of the facts or situations mentioned in the letters. Submitted by: David Gerard, New Market What is the function of the Chamber of Commerce? […]
Spooky Good Times
Halloween has come and gone, leaving behind only memories of a spooky evening filled with costumes and candy. Saturday morning found jack o lanterns that had seen their better days and candy wrappers from a bevy of confectionery delights littering front porches and living rooms. Despite a rainy, cold and, eventually, snowy night nothing could […]
First Peoples Bank Freedom Club Members Travel To Texas
First Peoples Bank Freedom Club members recently traveled to the great state of Texas. The group’s destination was San Antonio where they stayed at the Holiday Inn on the Riverwalk. They enjoyed touring San Fernando Cathedral, Mission Concepcion, King William District, and the Alamo where the group stopped for a picture. Upon departing San Antonio […]
