Dandridge Ministerial Association & DCT Team Up With ‘Loaves & Fishfest’
It was a rainy Saturday afternoon in the historic town square in Dandridge for the Loaves & Fishfest. The event was in conjunction with the Dandridge Ministerial Association and was a fundraiser for the food pantry. Local restaurants, vendors and businesses braved the rain and donated a portion of their profits to the local charity. […]
Jefferson City Library Has Lots For Young Minds This Summer
While school may still be out for the summer, the learning hasn’t stopped at the Jefferson City Public Library. They have hosted a bevy of great events to stimulate young minds during the extended break. From Mr. Bond and the Science Guys to the Ijams Urban Wildlife Program, days at the Jefferson City Library have […]
Improved but still “Miles to go” for Patriots
The Jefferson County High School Football Team played its final 7 on 7 skill position scrimmage on Thursday. It was a 3-way scrimmage against the Powell Panthers (5-5 2013) and the class 5A state runner-up from a year ago, West Rebels (13-2 2013). For those that are unfamiliar, skill positions consist of Quarterbacks, Running backs, […]
Pop Seals and The Open Range Band Plays Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series
A large crowd was on hand Saturday night, July 12, 2014 to enjoy some great music in Dumplin Valley. As Dumplin Valley Concert Series winds down, with the final show on Friday, August 23, everyone was in the mood for some great country music with a little southern rock on the side. Rick Sharp with […]
State Representative Jeremy Faison Joins With Secretary Of State To Announce Tennessee Honor Vote Program
State Representative Jeremy Faison (R–Cosby) joined with Tennessee’s Secretary of State this week to officially announce the Honor Vote Program for 2014. The Tennessee Honor Vote program gives Tennesseans the opportunity to dedicate their vote to active-duty military personnel and veterans. The program was an overwhelming success in 2012, having received nearly 3,500 submissions. For […]
Commission Work Session Preview For Budget Voting Meeting
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Work Session on Monday, July 14, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Tabor, Barreiro, Cureton, Patterson and Kesterson. Three Citizens appeared before the Commission. Two requested funding for the Jefferson County […]
Committee Corrects Error – Gives Preliminary Ok On Finance Office Purchase
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Monday, July 14, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Absent from Roll Call was Committee Member Cureton. In for Cureton was Committee Member Turner. A public hearing concerning the 2014-2015 fiscal year budget preceded the business meeting. […]
FFA & Boy’s and Girl’s Club Host Petting Zoo For Area Youth
The Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley have been very busy this summer, with dual locations in Jefferson County. Club members can be found in White Pine and at the former Ruritan Park enjoying activities and interacting with the energetic staff. The Club offers a safe, comfortable environment for club members and there are […]
Vacation Spending Trends Down
While it is clear that the economic restraints of the recession that began late 2008 are lifting, it may not be moving out as quickly as many experts had hoped. Americans are planning to spend more money in 2014 than they did in 2013, however most of that increase is in necessary categories such as […]
Changes On Horizon For Dandridge
The Town of Dandridge will allow beer permits inside the Historical Town Square, following a meeting last week for a third and final reading on the issue. In a 4-2 vote, with Aldermen Kesterson and Thornhill voting No and Nelson absent, the language that prevented permits in the area due to proximity to a “gathering […]
Rep. Faison Lobbies For Beth-Car Recognition
State Representative Jeremy Faison was in attendance this past Sunday at Beth-Car United Methodist Church in White Pine. He came to present a declaration announcing the church as one of the oldest in the state of Tennessee. Several years after Methodism was first organized, a Methodist Society was organized at Beth-Car. This was around 1787 […]
Chief Justice Wade Visits Dandridge
The Vance Building in Dandridge hosted a meet and greet for Chief Justice Gary Wade of the Tennessee Supreme Court on Sunday, July 6, 2014. The bi-partisan event was well-attended, and all who came were encouraged to stay and enjoy refreshments throughout the early evening. State Representative Andrew Farmer introduced the Chief Justice, following remarks […]
… And The Lake Shook!
On July 3rd the waters of Douglas Lake were certainly rocking as Shakin’ the Lake 2014 came to Dandridge. It was an up and down year for the annual event, having trouble finding financial footing when funding contributions from the Town fell short of their requested contribution, resulting in the initial cancellation of the highly […]
Knox County Jury Returns $3.25 Million Verdict Against Tennova In Wrongful Death / Medical Malpractice Case
Last Friday evening, a Knox County jury returned a verdict of $3.25 million in a wrongful death/medical malpractice claim. The verdict, against Mercy Health Systems (now Tennova), involved a wrongful death claim for the death of Valerie Hurley, a 25-year-old membership director for the Knoxville Zoo. Jefferson Memorial Hospital is a sister facility to the […]
Parades Across The County For The 4th
Jefferson County came out to celebrate July 4th, as both White Pine and Jefferson City hosted Parades. The community events offered the opportunity for residents of all ages to enjoy the festive atmosphere surrounding Independence Day. Red, White and Blue were the colors of the day, as the local parade lines marched down the city […]
Safety for 4th of July
Fires and the 4th of July go hand and hand for many people. Camping and outdoor barbequing, as well as shooting off fireworks, are traditional ways that some celebrate the holiday and it extends beyond the actual Independence Day into the days leading up to and following July 4th. While fireworks and outdoor fire pits […]
