Carson-Newman recognizes faculty, staff with high honors
Carson-Newman University’s Dr. Clark Measels, second from right, receives the 2020 Distinguished Faculty medallion from the 2019 recipient, Dr. Bruce Kocour. Also pictured are University Provost Jeremy Buckner, at left, and President Charles A. Fowler, at right. Carson-Newman University presented the institution’s most prestigious faculty and staff recognitions during an Aug. 13 Faculty & Staff […]
Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter (MDW), National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), officers for 2020-2021
MDW NSDAR officers for the 2020-2021 service year include (l to r) Treasurer Wendy Randolph, Librarian Katie Schmidt, Registrar Karen McFarland, Recording Secretary Karen Bible, Regent Jane Chambers, Corresponding Secretary Jane Busdeker, Historian Jamie Snyder, Chaplain Elizabeth Finchum, and Parliamentarian Ellie Betts. The photo was taken in the Revolutionary War Cemetery in Dandridge. – Photo by Jeff Depew MDW NSDAR […]
Duran Langan Wedding
Mr. Jesse Duran of Yorkville, IL & Miss Lauren N. Langan of New Market, TN said their vows amongst loved ones on June 20th, 2020. The bride is the daughter of Elizabeth A. (Elmore) Langan & James A. Langan. She is the grandaughter of J. Phillip Elmore & Opal M. (Spears) Elmore of New Market, […]
Jeanne Bohrer, M.D., joins Summit Medical Group
Dr. Jeanne Bohrer has joined Summit Medical Group at Newport as a pediatrician and currently is accepting new patients. Dr. Bohrer specializes in the diagnosis, management and treatment of acute and chronic medical conditions and pediatrics. She is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics (ABP). Before joining Summit Medical Group at Newport, Dr. Bohrer […]
Richard Peterson New President and CEO of Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce
The Board of Directors of the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the selection of Richard N. Peterson as our new President and Chief Executive Officer. Rich previously worked for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital/ALSAC, as the Senior Liaison for National Groups and Organizations. At St. Jude, Rich managed the planning and […]
Hill House Farms – Dandridge Farmer’s Market Feature This Week
Photo: Amanda, Hill House Farms From the Farmer’s Market on Saturday, June 27, we are featuring Hill House Farms to tell us all about their delectable produce. Hill House Farms can be found at the Farmers Market or on Facebook where people can “make orders . . . or contact through their business card.” Produce […]
AEC Partners with TVA to Donate $30,000 to Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority To provide member assistance with electric bills
L/R – Kay Hale, Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority, Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority Representative, Mitch Cain, Scott Tipton, Tracy Jett and Greg Williams with AEC and Chris Quillen, TVA AEC is proud to announce that it has partnered with the Tennessee Valley Authority to award $30,000 to Douglas Cherokee Economic Authority to help the local service […]
Dandridge Farmer’s Market Fruitful In 2020 Season
The Farmers’ Market in downtown Dandridge was full of life Saturday! People appeared ready to get out and about and enjoy the Market. With all of the fresh, homegrown fruits and vegetables, hand-carved wooden bowls, tender cuts of meat, and scrumptious smelling baked goods, the Market offers something for everyone. The Market-goers respectfully social distanced […]
Parrott-Wood Memorial Library receives a $3,000.00 Grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation
Front Row: Beverly Kramer, Friends of Parrott-Wood Memorial Library Treasurer. Back Row : Left to Right Elizabeth Finchum, Friends Member, and Donna Phillips, Director. Parrott-Wood Memorial Library receives a $3,000.00 Grant from the Dollar General Literacy Foundation to Support Adult Literacy. This grant was obtained through The Friends of Parrott-Wood Memorial Library. Donna Phillips, the […]
Karissa Long Selected as Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter, NSDAR Good Citizens Award 2020
Karissa Long, a recent graduate of Jefferson County High School, has been selected as the Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter, NSDAR, Good Citizens Award winner for 2020. Karen Bible, Recording Secretary and DAR Good Citizens Committee Chairman, presented the award for Long’s exemplary performance in the area of citizenship. The Good Citizens Award recipient must be […]
Jeff City Library honored with Twin Pillars Award
Carson-Newman University’s Center for Community Engagement awarded the Jefferson City Public Library the annual “Twin Pillars Community Partner of the Year” award for providing students with service-learning opportunities and showing exemplary service to the community. Pictured from left to right are library clerk Robyn Combs, Director David Phillips, and assistants Emily Shade and Melissa Bode. […]
Tennova Healthcare Urges Patients to Not Delay Emergency Care
Tennova Healthcare is urging our local community to seek emergency care when needed—without delay. If you experience a medical emergency, such as stroke symptoms or chest pain that may be a heart attack, a timely response will support the best possible outcome. Even with a limited number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in our community, Tennova hospitals have implemented […]
This Week is National Crime Victims Rights Week
District Attorney General James B. Dunn would like to inform you that this week is National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The first Crime Victims’ Rights Week (later renamed National Crime Victims’ Rights Week) was established by Ronald Reagan in 1981 as a part of an expanding initiative to provide for victims of crimes (later manifested […]
Summit Medical Group Offers Telehealth Appointment for Current and New Patients
Summit Medical Group, the largest primary care organization in East Tennessee, now offers telehealth appointments for current and new patients. Qualifying patients, including those with chronic disease and acute illness, can use telehealth services to meet with their primary healthcare provider through either a live video chat or phone conversation, rather than coming into a […]
MPD Officers Graduate Walters State Basic Police Academy
Left to Right: Front Row – Bain, Cameron, Second Row – Chief Roger D. Overholt, Third Row – Alexander, Fourth Row – Reed, Fifth Row – Donahoo Walters State Community College’s Police Academy Class 115 graduated on March 24, 2020. Morristown Police Department’s (MPD) newest officers, Jason Alexander, Blake Bain, Hunter Donahoo, Michael Cameron and […]
Penny Welker, NP, Joins Tennova Medical Group
Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Penny Welker, NP, to Tennova Primary Care – Jefferson. She is accepting new patients at her office at 1004 North Highway, Suites B and C, Jefferson City. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (865) 647-3400. As a certified nurse practitioner, Welker specializes in caring for men, women and children […]
