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Samuel Doak Chapter NSDAR Meets for Annual Business Luncheon

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

‘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

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

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

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’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

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”

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

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

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 […]