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 […]
Dandridge Streets Fill With Ghosts And Goblins Halloween Night
Ghosts and goblins, witches, super heroes and zombies of every shape and size roamed the streets on Saturday evening in search of something sweet. They scoured neighborhoods, church parking lots and businesses in their quest to fill their candy bucket to the brim and nary one pumpkin lit house was left untouched. As was the […]
JCHS & Patriot Academy Presents 2015 Homecoming Court
The homecoming court of the Jefferson County High School and Patriot Academy was elected by popular vote of each class: Representing the Patriot Academy and the Freshmen Class Erin Bailey – is the daughter of Scott & Michelle Walker of Jefferson City and Russ & Molly Bailey of Morristown. She is a member of First […]
Pageant Nights At Jefferson County Fair
Pageant nights are always a highlight of the Jefferson County Fair and this year was no exception. Contestants from tots to teens came out in their finest to compete for the title and crown in their respective catagories. This year’s list of winners includes- Petite Prince-Zayne Humphreys, 1st runner up Gage Weld, 2nd runner up […]
Hollie McGhee Crowned Fairest Of The Fair 2015
Hollie McGhee was crowned Fairest Of The Fair 2015 this past weekend at the Jefferson County Fair. Hollie is the 16 year old daughter of David and Cindy McGhee of New Market. She is a rising Junior and honor student at Jefferson County High School. In the fall she will be entering Walter State Community […]
Happy Birthday, White Pine!
White Pine celebrated its 100th birthday on Saturday, August 8, 2015. Officials closed down the streets in the city proper for a festival that boasted music, food, arts and crafts, antique cars and, of course, the history of White Pine. It was a party fit for a centennial celebration, with residents and visitors coming out […]
