Veterans Program Luncheon Hosted By Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter, National Society Daughters of the American Revolution
Amid chuckles and amused groans, Jane Chambers, Regent of the Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter (MDW), National Society Daughters of the American Revolution (NSDAR), shared an account of “The Worst Road Trip” with honored veterans and guests at the annual MDW Veterans Day luncheon on November 9 at the First United Methodist Church in Dandridge. Regent […]
Gray, Vols Storm Past Commodores, 28-10
KNOXVILLE, TN – NOVEMBER 30, 2019 – Wide receiver Jauan Jennings #15 of the Tennessee Volunteers during the game between the Vanderbilt Commodores and the Tennessee Volunteers at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville, TN. Photo By Andrew Ferguson/Tennessee Athletics Freshman running back Eric Gray moved like lightning, and the hard-hitting Vol defense delivered the thunder as Tennessee stormed […]
Schools Director Warns Parents of Possible Listeria Contamination After Food Vendor Recall
In a statemen by Dr. Shane Johnston, Jefferson County Director of Schools, November 25, 2019 – “One of the food vendors for Jefferson County Schools notified the Food Services Department that there was a recall for a base that is used to make soups and to flavor vegetables. This notification was received shortly after 11:00 […]
Jefferson County Schools Director Addresses Rumors With County Commission
Dr. Shane Johnston, Director of Jefferson County Schools, recently approached the Jefferson County Commission to address a handful of, what the Director qualified as, rumors that have been circulating in the community through social media. He stated that he wanted the County Commission and public to be aware of facts rather than relying on the […]
County Commission Holds Final Voting Meeting For 2019
The Jefferson County Commission held their final scheduled voting meeting of the year, as no regular meetings are on the calendar for December. Though Commissioners declined to tap into the nearly $8 million dollars that has accrued from hospital lease payments and is held in a special account, they did move on allocating $675,000 to […]
“Planned Shooting” Social Medial Post Causes Anxiety In Jefferson County School Community – “Incorrect” According To Director of Schools, Dr. Johnston
According to Jefferson County Director of Schools Thursday, November 21, 2019 – “an irresponsible social media post has created anxiety in our communities concerning an alleged school shooting planned for tomorrow at Maury Middle School. This information is not correct. Earlier today, a student was disciplined for making a threat and school officials in conjunction […]
Cigarette Smoking Among U.S. Adults Hits All-Time Low
Cigarette smoking among U.S. adults has reached an all-time low of 13.7% in 2018 — a decline of approximately two-thirds in the more than 50 years since the first Surgeon General’s report warned of the health consequences of smoking. Yet, new data released in today’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report show that nearly 1 in 7 U.S. […]
8 CDC Health Tips for a Safe and Healthy Holiday
The holidays are a great opportunity to enjoy time with family and friends, to celebrate life, to be grateful, and to reflect on what’s important. They are also a time to appreciate – and safeguard – the gift of health. “The holiday season is a time to reflect on family and friends, but don’t forget […]
Find the Holiday Spirit at Tennessee Christmas Tree Farms
There is nothing quite like going to the farm to pick out the perfect Christmas tree, but that’s not all you will find at the farm this year. With attractions like petting zoos, pictures with Santa, and gift shops, farmers are creating magical outdoor adventures that are drawing visitors back year after year. Erin’s Farm in […]
168th Military Police Battalion to Deploy and Honor Local Hero
The Tennessee National Guard announced today that the Dyersburg based 168th Military Police Battalion will deploy to Cuba this winter. More than 100 Soldiers assigned to the unit have been training for over one year in preparation for their year-long deployment to Naval Station Guantanamo Bay. “The 168th is one of the most distinguished and […]
Tennessee Department of Human Services Announces Next Steps for Investing Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) Block Grant Surplus
The Tennessee Department of Human Services announced next steps for investing surplus funds from the state’s Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) block grant, as well as plans for responsibly maintaining the fund’s reserves. “Unprecedented growth in our state’s economy has created a sharp decline in our TANF qualified population and also generated a generous […]
Park Plans Prescribed Burn in Cades Cove
Great Smoky Mountains National Park and the Appalachian-Piedmont-Coastal Zone fire management staff plan to burn approximately 660 acres of fields on the western end of Cades Cove. Weather permitting, burn operations will occur between Wednesday, November 6 and Friday, December 20. The operations are expected to be conducted on three separate days. Media updates will […]
Vols Run Past Murray State in Second Half, 82-63
Behind a career-high 26 points from Jordan Bowden, Tennessee extended its nation-leading home win streak to 28 games with an 82-63 win over Murray State on Tuesday night at Thompson-Boling Arena. In addition to his career-best scoring output, Bowden hit a career-high six 3-pointers, finishing 6-for-8 from beyond the arc. The Knoxville native scored 19 of […]
Tennessee National Guard Unveils New Solar Power Initiative
It shouldn’t be any guess as to which primary color is the U.S. Army’s favorite… GREEN! The various shades of earth tones in a soldier’s uniform reflects the terrain in which they operate. Just as nature conceals soldiers from the enemy, they are devoted to protecting the U.S. homeland from harm. Over the last few […]
Tennessee Higher Education Launches Veteran Education Initiative: New Portal Will Convert Military Training to Civilian Credit
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) today announced the Tennessee Service member Opportunity Portal (TN-SOP), an interactive database which translates prior military experience to academic credit at Tennessee public colleges. “United States military training is rigorous and provides world class instruction, and it is only appropriate that our colleges recognize this training and provide a […]
