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. […]
Mt. Horeb Elem. Hosts 2nd Annual Evening With The Arts
Mt. Horeb Elementary School hosted its second annual Evening With The Arts on Tuesday, February 25th and Thursday, February 27th. The theme this year was “Fiesta”, and the students really embraced the Latin-American theme. They studied not only different types of art, but also learned about the Latin American culture, language and history. The students […]
4th Annual Alumni Game Huge Success
Jefferson County held its fourth Annual Alumni Baseball Game on Saturday afternoon. It was wildly successful and included alumni from the first graduating class of Jefferson County in 1976 all the way up until 2013. A homerun derby took place at noon in two separate categories. Winners were Rich Rundles from the class of 1999 […]
Makin’ The Grade
Jefferson County High School held its annual ACT Luncheon to celebrate students that achieve a composite score of 21 or better on the ACT test. Students enjoy special seating in the lunchroom and are served by staff members. This is the third year that JCHS has hosted the ACT luncheon and it is designed to […]
Bojangles’ Cuts Ribbon on Dandridge Location
The Dandridge branch of Bojangles’ celebrated its ribbon-cutting on February 25, 2014. The ceremony was hosted by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce for the recent addition to the area, and was attended by dozens of people. Members of the Chamber of Commerce, politicians, local dignitaries, employees, and patrons attended the lunchtime affair. Owner Jeff […]
Carson-Newman’s A Cappella Choir embarks on Spring Tour Choir to perform at FBC Jefferson City on March 27
On March 12, Carson-Newman University’s A Cappella Choir begins its annual Spring Tour, which extends through middle and eastern Tennessee this year. Under the direction of Dr. Eric Thorson, A Cappella is Carson-Newman’s premier singing ensemble comprised of 45 music majors and non-majors from across the U.S. “We represent the University, but we also want […]
Physicians Regional Medical Center Now Offers Advanced Diagnostic Capabilities to Detect Lung Cancer
A minimally-invasive diagnostic procedure called Electromagnetic Navigation Bronchoscopy (ENB) is now available at Physicians Regional Medical Center for patients who have hard-to-reach lesions on their lungs. It is used in combination with the latest technology for diagnosing and staging lung cancer, the endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) transbronchial needle aspiration (TBNA) or EBUS-TBNA System. To reach the […]
Carson-Newman University hosts FCCLA STAR competition
Carson-Newman University hosts FCCLA STAR competition Middle and high school students throughout the region attend For the sixth consecutive year, Carson-Newman University hosted the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) District 8, Students Taking Action with Recognition (STAR) events competition Wednesday, Feb. 26, in the University’s Blye-Poteat Hall. Over 110 middle and high […]
