Carson-Newman’s Appalachian Outreach Ministry receives $20,000 grant
Appalachian Outreach, an auxiliary ministry of Carson-Newman University, was recently selected to receive a $20,000 grant thanks to the Walmart’s Fighting Against Hunger national campaign. AO was one of 60 agencies chosen nation-wide to receive the $20,000 grant. “I was very excited because it was a national campaign,” smiled Jean-Ann Washam, director of AO. “I […]
Dolly Day
Last Friday was a big day for Sevier County’s favorite daughter, Dolly Parton who opened a new ride at her popular water park and rode in the Homecoming Parade honoring her along the parkway. The festivities began with members of the media and a handful of VIP guests at Splash Country, Parton’s. The reigning queen […]
Mt. Horeb Golf Classic
As the last day of the 1st year approaches, Jefferson County’s newest school is looking to add to the newly established playground, as well as funding other school needs and wants. Mount Horeb Elementary School Parent Teacher Organization hosted a Golf Tournament last week to raise funds for the new school. The event was held […]
Local Modern Woodmen Members Honor Hometown Hero Garland McCoig
Garland McCoig, of Dandridge, was honored with a special dinner at Shoney’s for countless hours of service to the community by local Modern Woodmen of America members. McCoig was honored for his dedication to the safety and well-being of the people in Jefferson County; his past service as Sheriff; his association with the Dandridge Volunteer […]
Barbeque and Bluegrass Take Over Sevierville Friday & Saturday
This past weekend the annual Bloomin’ Barbeque and Bluegrass Festival, voted the Southeast Tourism Society Festival of the Year, was held in historic downtown Sevierville, Tennessee. This festival was a free family oriented event focusing on the celebration of spring time, world-class bluegrass music, and delicious championship barbecue. Throughout the festival teams from across the […]
“Lakeside At The Point” Summer Kick-Off
Lakeside at The Point was bubbling with activity on Thursday evening as they hosted a customer appreciation night. The prime waterfront location was a great backdrop for the event. Proprietors Eva and Richard Talley welcomed guest to the floating restaurant located on the water’s edge of The Point Marina. Guests enjoyed the tasty fare, while […]
C-N’s ‘Finals Round Up’ is the cure for end of semester stress
A big sloppy kiss from a four-legged friend may be the key to forgetting the stress of dreaded finals, or perhaps a ride on a mechanical bull will send the stress flying. Carson-Newman University’s Counseling Services and Life Directions Center with cooperation from several other campus groups sponsored “the Finals Round Up” to help students […]
East Tennessee Beauty High And Low
The Swallowtail Butterfly is a beautiful sight and one that is fairly common in East Tennessee. In fact, Tennessee is fortunate to have around 130 species of butterflies hovering among its hills and valleys. The Zebra Swallowtail Butterfly is the State Butterfly of Tennessee and can be found across the State. In recent years, there has […]
Swann & Tubbs Winners of Patriot 5K
The first annual Patriot 5k took place this past Friday in Jefferson City. The race began and ended at the Jefferson County High School with a scenic route throughout the county. All age groups from fourteen years and up were invited to come and walk, run, or bike the course. The racers started out bright […]
Strawberry Plains Spring Festival
This last Friday Strawberry Plains held their annual Spring Festival at Rush Strong School. The Festival is held by the Strawberry Plains Community Alliance which takes part in many varying community enhancement initiatives. The organization is currently working towards reconstructing the community sidewalks ultimately in the down town area. All proceeds from Friday’s festival went […]
Grimaldi Takes 1st Place In Regional 4-H Competition
All Saints’ Episcopal School fifth grader, Caitlyn Grimaldi, competed in the regional 4-H demonstration competition on Thursday, May 9, 2013. She competed against more than 10 other county winners from East Tennessee. She won the competition with her demonstration on “How to Make a Milkshake!”
O’Quinn Receives Eagle Scout Designation
Jacob O’Quinn achieves Eagle Scout on May 11, 2013 at First Baptist Church Jefferson City,Tn. Jacob was the 90th Eagle Scout of Troop 76 that received the Eagle Scout. Pictured here with his Father Scott O’Quinn and His Mother LaDuska O’Quinn. A small Reception was held after the ceremony.
Antique & Collector Car Enthusiasts Fill Streets Of Historic Downtown Dandridge Saturday
The Historic Town Square in Dandridge was rumbling with energy on Saturday, as antique and collector cars of various vintage came to town. Cruisin’ and Groovin’ has become an annual event and, despite questionable weather, was a great success. Beautiful automobiles lining the streets, frequent drawing for give aways and good music were just a […]
Dandridge PTO Receives $2500 Match From Modern Woodmen
Dandridge Elementary School is working hard on school beautification and providing quality outdoor space for learning. Last week, Modern Woodmen of America gave their plans a financial boost with a matching donation of $2,500 toward their goals. With the recent removal of portables from the school grounds, there is now space for a sustainable garden that will […]
2013 Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series Kicked Off With Smooth “Tennessee Weather”
The Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series kicked off on Saturday evening. Local favorite band Grits gave the first performance of the six month series and the crowd braved the cool May evening to enjoy some great music down on the farm. Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series is an annual event in Jefferson County and brings […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative Donates Dogwood To County Emergency Services
Appalachian Electric Cooperative donated a tree to the new Emergency Services Combination building that houses County E-911, EMS and EMA. For the eighth year, AEC has been named a “Tree Line USA” utility by the Arbor Day Foundation. The designation is one that the company is proud of and the Friday morning ceremonial tree planting […]
