On that night 64 years ago next month, a handshake set the course of 19-year-old Jack Hayes’ future life.
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The region’s wildlife lost a true friend last Friday.
Deputies tracked the cell phone of a Talbott man to a nearby school parking lot late last Wednesday night after he called 911 to report that he had shot his wife at their home, Sheriff Jeff Coffey reported.
To accomplish the development of a large multi-sport outdoor activity center, which Mayor Mitch Cain recently said is his top priority for Jefferson City, the municipality will require land to accommodate it.
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Higher than anticipated power demand, failures at several generating units, and the inability to purchase more electricity led to TVA’s unprecendented request for distributors to curtail distribution when temperatures plummeted at Christmas.
First District U.S. Representative Diana Harshbarger visited two elementary schools in Jefferson County last week to deliver books from the Library of Congress.
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A New Market grandfather died and his two grandchildren were seriously injured in a crash that occurred last Tuesday when his vehicle was struck by two cars that were allegedly drag-racing, Knoxville Police report.
Scott Shepherd had grown travel weary as a sales representative and knew how much he and his wife, Tara, enjoyed being at the gym.
Conversations during last week’s New Market City Council meeting suggest the municipality’s almost 73-year-old gymnasium is generating more interest about its condition than has been demonstrated in many years – perhaps decades.
“It’s always been our mission to meet people where they are and help them become fully-devoted followers of Christ.”
School administrators will work on establishing accurate student capacity numbers for several facilities after a Board member’s proposal during Saturday’s retreat meeting.
At one point the Maury Lady Hornets trailed by 14 in the second half. Although dreams of championship gold had already been dashed, a top three tournament finish was wilting away, as well.
Last season the Maury Hornets appeared destined to once again by champions of the Middle 8 Conference. Their bid was denied by an East Ridge bunch that got hot at the right time, though.
The last week has been a fruitful endeavor for the Lakeway Christian Lions.
The Lakeway Christian middle school girls basketball team suffered a trio of defeats over the last week, falling to The King’s Academy, Concord Christian and FBA Powell.
It’s on to the championship game once again for the Maury Hornets.
There’s one word to best describe the Jefferson County Patriots last two outings. Grit.
Pressure defense turned to easy offense in a pivotal moment for the Jefferson County Lady Patriots on Monday night.
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Saturday’s end to the Elementary Basketball Tournament had all the resemblance of the regular season.
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The final four teams of the Middle 8 Conference Tournament are set, and three Jefferson County teams remain in the hunt for championship gold going into tonight's semifinals.
Any thoughts of a quick turnaround letdown were quickly put to rest on Saturday night.
Before Friday night’s game Jefferson County Patriots head coach Andy Hill saw something in his players eyes. Something that hadn’t been present in any league matchup to this point in the season.
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Another disastrous second quarter and a late deficit made another tough loss look all but destined for the Jefferson County Lady Patriots, but Reagan Cotter and Madi Hawk refused to accept it.
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Knotted through two quarters of play, the White Pine Cyclones seized momentum in the second half to begin what they hope to be a postseason push.
Often known for their efficiency on the defensive end, on Thursday night Lakeway Christian’s offense was on full display.
Wins are great, and while the Jefferson County wrestling program ended the regular season with another victory on the mat its true test comes when the postseason begins on Tuesday.
Among the highest number of responses in The Standard Banner’s “Best of the Best” contest were those made in the Best Funeral Home category.
Board members at the new Jefferson County Alliance plan to hire retired Walmart manager Joe Gibson to lead economic development efforts on a part-time interim basis.
Jefferson City’s First United Methodist Church launched its 2023 Thomas S. Teague Concert Series with a winter recital early this month.
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and the City of Jefferson City are launching an online survey for those who use U.S. Highway 11E. It will be open for public input until Wednesday, February 15.
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School Board agreed last week to shift $200,000 in capital funds to help equip Jefferson County High School’s new culinary arts program.
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With much ground to cover and many more stones to overturn, White Pine Council started the year with action on key items.
County Commissioners approved a pair of motions Tuesday aimed at revamping zoning regulations, but a lengthy discussion still didn’t seem to point to a unified direction on the issue.
At Deanna Sluder’s home on Woods Ridge Road, the first sign of trouble came from Rosie.
Jefferson City Mayor Mitch Cain ran for reelection without opposition in the fall.
Jefferson City Parks and Recreation Director Walter Gibson registered COVID’s lingering effect on supply issues during Tuesday evening’s Council work session.
Martin Witberg, an emergency management professional from Dandridge, was recently presented a COVID-19 Pandemic Civilian Service Medal to commemorate his service to the nation.
WHITE PINE - Tuesday marked the end to the regular season for teams in the Middle 8 Conference.
The Lakeway Christian Lions pounced early on CAK, but the momentum didn’t last.
District play has been tougher than in years past for the Lakeway Christian Lions.
