Jefferson County Business & Home EXPO 2014

The 2014 Jefferson County Business Expo and Home Show will be open on Sunday, April 6th for a last chance opportunity to check out the annual event. Located in the Community and Event Center of the Field of Dreams in Dandridge, the show hosts vendors with vastly differing offerings. Food, financial information, home improvement and […]
Republican Women Hosting Breakfast & Candidate Forum, April 12, 2014

The Jefferson County Republican Women and the Republican Women of the Future are set to host a ‘Breakfast & Candidate Forum’ on April 12th for voters to meet and hear from the Republican candidates in the upcoming 2014 primary and election races. The event will be held at the Jefferson County Rescue Squad Building located […]
Talbott Elementary On Cutting Edge Of Safety

Talbott Elementary School is on the cutting edge of pro-active school safety measures. They recently became the first school in the State of Tennessee to employ Safe Ceiver receiver radios as part of their Emergency Preparedness Plan. Deputy Todd White, who joined Talbott Elementary School as their School Resource Officer in January of 2014, began […]
Dandridge Lion’s Club Celebrates 75th Charter Anniversary

The Dandridge Lion’s Club recently celebrated the 75th Anniversary of its Charter, which was delivered on March 30, 1939. Chartered with 24 members, none of the original members are still living. Though the original Charter Night was held in the Maury High School, the majority of meetings during the first several years were held at […]
Another Successful Year For DARE Program

Thursday March 27, 2014 Rush Strong School hosted D.A.R.E Graduation 2014. Dr. Tracy Sands, Rush Strong’s Principal, welcomed the large crowd of students, parents, family, law enforcement and government officials who came to show their support for Rush Strong’s D.A.R.E. The stage was full with Special Guest such as Director of Schools Dr. Edmonds, Sheriff […]
Samuel Doak Chapter NSDAR Meets for Annual Business Luncheon

Sixteen members of the Samuel Doak Chapter NSDAR met for their Annual Business Luncheon on March 27, 2014, at the Shepard Inn in Dandridge, Tennessee. The tour of the majestic 195 year old Shepard Inn which still boasts of its charm, prosperity, and warmth as it has since its humble beginnings as the Inman House […]
Helen Babcock This Year’s People’s Choice Winner in FCE Quilt Show

First Baptist Church in Dandridge hosted the FCE Quilt show on Thursday, March 27, 2014. Quilters from Jefferson County and Family and Community Education clubs from surrounding counties brought their beautiful creations to share with the public. The quilts were judged, with winners in many different categories, as well as a People’s Choice winner chosen […]
Martha Dandridge Garden Club

The Martha Dandridge Garden Club met on Thursday, March 27, 2014 at the Senior Center in Dandridge. The meeting began with the treasures report and update on the sprinkler system that is being installed in the Historic Graveyard in Downtown Dandridge. The garden club has planted and maintained the flowers for the Town and has […]
Lay’s First Grade Participates In Chick-Fil-A Writing Contest

Mrs. Lay’s first grade students at Jefferson Elementary School were recent participants in a writing contest sponsored by the Chick-Fil-A food chain. The theme was “What could their school do with more money?” After careful consideration and diligence, the students drafted out their answers and submitted them as a class. Each were rewarded with a […]
Dunbar Awarded Charles Edward Baskette Memorial Award For Courage and Determination

Daniel Dunbar recently graduated in the Ninety-First Class of Basic Police Academy at Walter’s State Community College Morristown, March 21,2014. Dunbar is now employed by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department. Daniel is the son of Kathy and Larry Sanford and the late Danny R. Dunbar.
WSCC Students Honored by Phi Theta Kappa

Phi Theta Kappa, the international honor society for community colleges, has announced the spring induction of selected members attending Walters State Community College. To be considered for membership, students must have completed a minimum of 12 hours of college credit with at least a 3.5 grade point average. Claiborne County residents honored were Natalie Ely, […]
Jefferson County High School AP Economics Students Place 2nd in State

Four AP Economics students were invited to compete at the state level of the National Economics Challenge. This was a first time that any student from Jefferson County has been invited to compete at this level. The group traveled to Nashville on Friday, March 21st, to compete in the contest. Brandon Chambers, Christian (Stone) Payne, […]
‘Swinging Thru The Years’ First Peoples Bank 24th Annual Birthday Bash

First Peoples Bank Freedom Club Birthday Bash was held March 20, 2014 at Carson Newman University Cafeteria. The event is sponsored by the bank for their Freedom Club Members. The 350 plus in attendance enjoyed a buffet meal catered by Carson Newman University and an evening of entertainment. This year marked their 24th Annual Birthday […]
JCHS Band Marches in the Magic Kingdom

The Jefferson County High School Band had a magical experience while performing at the Magic Kingdom Park in Orlando on Tuesday March 18th, as part of the Disney Performing Arts Program. The trip was organized by Band Director Greg Jones. Under the direction of Mr. Jones, the marching band entertained Disneyland guests as they led […]