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 […]
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 […]
Jefferson County Not Exempt From Moratorium On Annexation
House Bill 475/ Senate Bill 279 will put a moratorium on annexation in the State of Tennessee. As amended in the House, the Bill, which was designed to halt annexation without public vote in areas that are not zoned commercial or industrial, would have excluded several counties in the State. Jefferson County was included in […]
“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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Commission Denies School Board Funding Request
The Jefferson County Commission held a Called Meeting on Monday, May 13, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Patterson, Musick, Solomon, Blevins and Tucker. Budget Committee Chairman Griffith brought amendments from the Jefferson County Department of Education with […]
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 […]
Carson-Newman Graduates First Class As University
“For 124 years this institution of higher education has been known as Carson-Newman College. But no more,” said Carson-Newman President Randall O’Brien. “Today, the first class of Carson-Newman University sits before you.” A total of 267 students received their degrees Friday during C-N’s Spring Commencement Ceremony held in Burke-Tarr Stadium. It is the first graduating […]
House Fire On Busy Dandridge Thru Street
Dandridge, Lakeway & New Market Fire Departments, E-911 and other first responders were on hand to fight a house fire on Cherokee Drive in Dandridge Thursday evening. Residents on the street noticed smoke emanating from the roof around 9pm and went to check the home. A motorist placed the emergency call and first responders were […]
School Board Commissioners Move Forward With JCHS Renovation
The Jefferson County School Board met for a Called Session on Thursday, May 9, 2013 at Jefferson County High School. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board Potts. Absent from Roll Call were Board Members Lowery and Rogers. Under Unfinished Business, Tony Pettit, of Rentenbach, addressed the Board concerning the guaranteed […]
Douglas Lake Levels Overrun Normal Boundaries
Lake waters on Douglas rose significantly this week and the increased water level overran the normal boundaries that exist during peak recreational season. The dike in Dandridge saw waters creeping onto the banks and submerging the picnic area. On May 9, 2013, lake level reached a high reading of 998.25. This level was logged in […]
A Family Tradition
For Arden Cogar, timbersports is more than a competition. It’s a family tradition. Six generations of his family have competed in the sport going back several decades. “I have a grandfather, a great uncle, my father, 16 cousins a wife and daughter and myself who have all competed in the sport,” said Cogar. “My father […]
