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 […]
Lyke New Fashion Show
Group Photo – Appearing Front L/R – Teagan Carroll, Kaitlyn Sands, Andrianna Young Row 2 – Gabrielle Ranzino, Rocio J. Auila-Olguin, Kierra Cameron Row 3 – Hannah Jackson, Victoria Ogle, Autumn Gentry Row 4 – Nicole Minton, Callie Bush Row 5 – Sarah Parrish, Tori Wilkin Jefferson County High School students were entertained during lunch […]
Biblical Times Theater Kicks off new season with New show
The Biblical Times Dinner Theater in Pigeon Forge has kicked off its second full season with a new show featuring amazing holographic technology and a meal of Biblical proportions. The new show is entitled “Moses Mountain of God” The show is a unique Biblical production that combines live performers with amazing holograph technology. Written by […]
Carson-Newman’s Best Buddies Chapter is focus of Les Amies gathering
Carson-Newman University’s Les Amies held its last meeting until the fall. The morning brunch featured representatives from the University’s Best Buddies program, Faculty advisor Dr. Kim Hawkins and Best Buddies peers Katie Moore and Holly Newman. The three spoke to the women’s organization about Best Buddies, which seeks to create opportunities for one-to-one friendships for […]
AEC appeals to members for “Project Deserve” donations
The folks at Appalachian Electric Cooperative call their emergency assistance program “Project Deserve,” and there’s a good reason for that, according to Co-op Customer Relations Director Scott Tipton. “The individuals that receive help with their electric bills through this program are truly deserving,” he explains. “We work hard to make sure these limited funds go […]
Class of 2014 Presents “Beauty and the Beast”
The Jefferson County High School Class of 2014 presented their Senior Play last weekend to four days of standing room only crowds. This year’s offering was Disney’s Beauty and the Beast and the students gave a stellar performance. Following the show, audience members were encouraged to interact with their favorite characters, much to the delight […]
Historical Beauty of the Wells House
Dandridge is home to many historical landmarks, and few are as exemplary of local culture and heritage as the Wells House. Located just off of Wells Spring Road, the house is currently owned by Jim and Janie Slaton. Janie is of Wells descent, and the home has been inhabited by the Wells family since April […]
Girl Scouts In Full Swing
Local girl scouts were very busy last month. They kicked off the month with their annual mall lock-in. During the lock-in, the mall was closed down and the girls had a super sleep over where they were treated to music, the movie Frozen, food, crafts and many more fun activities. This year’s theme was a […]
Night Of The Arts with Dandridge Elementary School
Dandridge Elementary School hosted their annual Night of the Arts on March 11, 2014. Family and friends were treated to a video presentation featuring student guides who highlighted all the visual and performing art activities enjoyed by Dandridge Elementary School students. The Elementary Chorus and a recorder group then entertained the crowd with several musical […]
Samuel Doak Chapter attends East TN NSDAR Luncheon
The Annual East Tennessee Daughters of the American Revolution Spring Luncheon in Johnson City, Tennessee, on March 8, 2014, was held at the Johnson City Country Club. Six Samuel Doak Chapter NSDAR Members attending the luncheon were L to R front row: Ellen Betts, and Librarian Jane Hersch, back row: Barbara Baker, First Vice Regent […]
Maury Middle School Announces Speech Contest Winners
Thirty-four Maury Middle School students participated in this year’s Modern Woodmen of America School Speech contest on Friday, March 7th, with the topic being “The importance of a healthy living”. The contestants were asked to consider what their opinion was of a healthy lifestyle, how such a lifestyle would impact them and those around them, […]
Carson-Newman students ready to spend spring break in service
Carson-Newman University students will spend their spring break serving locations ranging from Knoxville and Chattanooga to Guatemala and the Dominican Republic. The break will run throughout the week of March 16. The annual spring break mission trips, known as SPOTS, offer students the opportunity to serve regionally and even internationally. Service opportunities include ministering to […]
Walker Sister’s Cabin Visited By Jefferson County Hiking Club
The Jefferson County Hiking Club enjoyed a glorious day in the Smokies on Tuesday, March 11, hiking to the Walker Sisters cabin after stopping at the Little Greenbrier schoolhouse. The Club expressed their gratitude to Sylvia Blanc for her leadership in starting the Hiking Club in 2001 and leading us since then on wonderful hikes. […]
