Barbara Britton Jeffers
Jun 23, 2026
Republicans gather for annual Republican Women’s Picnic

In this year of mid-term elections, the Hamblen County Republican Women did its best to rally the faithful Friday afternoon at its picnic at Cherokee Park.
Charles “Chucky” Holden
Jun 19, 2026
Opal Phyllis Smith Courtney

Jun 20, 2026
Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office announces formation of IMPACT crime suppression unit
Sheriff Jeff Coffey is proud to announce the formation of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office IMPACT Crime Suppression Unit, a proactive enforcement team dedicated to reducing crime, enhancing public safety, and improving the quality of life for the citizens of Jefferson County.
Smokies open second half of season in Birmingham after clinching playoff berth
BIRMINGHAM, AL After the Knoxville Smokies won three of six games at home from the Chattanooga Lookouts, they look to carry a full bus of momentum into Birmingham. That momentum comes thanks to a win on Saturday night that officially locks the Smokies into the postseason playoff picture, as winners of the Southern League North first half.
Three Lakeway Area students named to Samford Spring Dean’s List
Samford University recognized 2,408 students named to the Dean’s List for the spring 2026 semester.
Bible Thought
but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
France records its hottest day ever as Europe withers in early heat wave
PARIS (AP) — France recorded its hottest day ever Tuesday as an early heat wave gripped Europe, prompting the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre museum to restrict visiting hours and disrupting school and transportation schedules in multiple countries.
TCAT Morristown welcomes instructor Ronnie White

to lead Robotics–Industrial Automation program
