Vols Crush Hokies in Front of Record-Setting Crowd, 45-24
114,804. That’s the previous record for an American Football game. It was between Michigan and Notre Dame back in 2013. To find anything remotely larger, you have to believe a rumor, which claims back in 1927 there were 120,000 people in attendance to root on Notre Dame and USC at Soldier Field. Needless to say, […]
Patricia Gourlay Crowned Jefferson County Fairest of the Fair 2016
The shining moment of the Jefferson County Fair took place Saturday night as the 2016 Jefferson County Fairest of the Fair was crowned. The night of 80’s themed backdrops and music was the crowning jewel of three nights of events, all leading up to a special moment for one of the lucky ladies. The contestants held hands […]
June Jubilee Fills the Streets of Historic Downtown Dandridge
Saturday June 18, 2016 found the streets of downtown Dandridge teaming with people, as June Jubilee 2016 came to town. This was the second returning year of the popular event after almost decade hiatus and, if the sophomore year is any indication, the festival is back with full force. Colorful tents lined Main Street, as […]
National Comedian Appears at Jefferson County Lincoln-Reagan Day Dinner
The Jefferson County Republican Party hosted their annual Lincoln-Reagan Day Dinner last weekend at the Dandridge Activity Center. Last year the GOP took a different approach to the traditional program and this year they took advantage of the new, more casual venue to interject some humor into the event. Political, conservative comedian Brad Stine was […]
Music In The Air County Wide
Music was in the air on Friday evening, as students from all across Jefferson County convened at Jefferson County High School for their annual Spring Concert. The event brings school students from band programs in the County to the flagship school to perform for the community. As has become customary for the united concert, there […]
Daughters Of The American Revolution
The Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution held their organizational meeting and installation of officers on Saturday, February 6, 2016. In attendance were representatives from other local chapters including Emory Road Chapter (Knoxville), Spencer Clack Chapter (Sevierville), Samuel Doak Chapter (Morristown) and Sons of the American Revolution, as well as a […]
Historic Dandridge In The Spirit
The Town of Dandridge ushered in the last weekend before Christmas with their annual Christmas Parade. Organized by the Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department, this year’s parade was miles of merriment. From fire engines to floats, horses to golf carts and a bevy of marchers, the chorus of good will just appeared to keep coming, as […]
Maury Middle School Students Give Community Early Christmas Present
Maury Middle School students gave the community an early Christmas present last week as the 6th, 7th and 8th grade bands and chorus performed traditional holiday music to a standing room only crowd. Beyond the wonderful music, students also tickled the funny bone with a hee haw inspired comedy sketch and the reading of Twas […]
Jefferson City Hosts Annual Christmas Parade and Tree Lighting
It was certainly looking a lot like Christmas, as Jefferson City hosted their annual Christmas Parade and tree lighting ceremony. Saturday’s December 12, 2015 parade marked the second Christmas Parade of the season in Jefferson County. The event was well attended and several church groups, athletic clubs and community organizations were on hand to usher […]
White Pine Christmas Parade Leads The Way
Jefferson County kicked off its Christmas Parade season on Saturday, December 5, 2015 in White Pine. Children lined the streets of Town, hoping to grasp a fist full of candy or catch the sight of Santa. Firetrucks, with sirens blaring, horses and carriages, church and community floats and even eighteen wheelers were all a part […]
Dandridge Kicks off Christmas with 1st Annual Merriment on Main Street
Christmas cheer was in the air Saturday as downtown Dandridge hosted “Merriment on Main Street.” Whether it was enjoying the great food provided by The Patty Wagon, or helping children write their letters to Santa, a good time was easy to find at the downtown to-do. Santa wasn’t the only Christmas icon getting some attention, […]
Hurd, Vols Rumble Past Mizzou, 19-8
Jalen Hurd runs for 151 yards and Aaron Medley makes four FGs in the win Jalen Hurd rumbled to a career-high 151 rushing yards and Aaron Medley made four field goals to lead Tennessee to a 19-8 win over Missouri on Saturday at Faurot Field. The Vols (7-4, 4-3 SEC) benefited from another outstanding performance by their defense. […]
Lady Volunteers Open Season With High Scoring Win Over Central Arkansas Sugarbears, 102-42
The #4 ranked Tennessee Lady Volunteers opened their season at Thompson-Boling Arena, speeding past The Central Arkansas Sugarbears 102-42. The Lady Vols came in ready to show what they can do, scored the first 17 points of the game, and never looked back. Kourtney Dunbar led the scoring drive with 24 points Sunday afternoon, and […]
VOLS EARN BOWL ELIGIBILITY WITH 24-0 WIN VS. NT
Alvin Kamara ran for 127 yards and two scores to lead Tennessee to a 24-0 homecoming win over North Texas on Saturday at Neyland Stadium. The Vols are now bowl eligible for the second-consecutive year. The Vols’ (6-4) win over North Texas (1-9) also marked the earliest date that UT had become bowl eligible since […]
Close VOLS Home Opener Against Bulldogs; Vols 82-78
The Tennessee Volunteers hosted The UNC Asheville Bulldogs for their home opener, and to introduce the Coach Rick Barnes era. The young team showed some true promise last evening, with Kevin punter scoring a career high of 31 points. Robert Hubbs III came the closest to him for the evening with 18 points. The first […]
UT Lady Vols Hosts Carson-Newman Lady Eagles With 101-59 Win
The University of Tennessee Lady Vols hosted the Carson Newman Lady Eagles in an exhibition game Monday, when C-N traveled to Thompson-Boling Arena in Knoxville. The Lady Eagles showed some true promise for the season pulling within 7 points in the second quarter. The Lady Volunteers for the first three quarters of the game were […]
