Archive for: June, 2004

An American Adventure: Heads in the sand

An American Adventure: Heads in the sand

After driving over 5300 miles and being gone for fifteen days, our American Adventure has reached its halfway point. We have gone from sea to shining sea, and have seen and experienced a lot in between. We’re still debating which is more...

 

Herald announces design contest

The Herald Newspapers is searching for area art talent, and we’re laying out the dough to prove it. Throughout the summer, The Herald will be accepting entries in our “Summer’s Over, This Sucks!” t-shirt design contest. The contest is...

 

A deadly combination

A deadly combination

Mother tells a story of near-tragedy Many people think it is safe to use gasoline to help ignite a fire. It is hard to find out first hand just how dangerous it can be. On June 5, while preparing for a large bonfire in the back of our house,...

 

Imagination to carry kids forward

Imagination to carry kids forward

KidsFest kicks off with $2 Million to aid Parton’s Imagination Library program What a perfect way to start off the celebration of KidsFest Friday, June 18, at Dollywood, with Governor Phil Bredesen pledging $2 million dollars to help take...

 

Amen to custom bikes

Amen to custom bikes

Builder targets County with $60K creations If you ask Paul Rector, Chief Operating Officer of Amen Custom Motorcycles why the name, he doesn’t hesitate with his answer, “Jesus is first in our life and he’s first in our business.” This...

 

Smokies take first

Smokies take first

Ninth-inning comeback keys seventh straight victory The Tennessee Smokies have won the Eastern Division’s first half. The Smokies needed a ninth-inning rally to beat the Jacksonville Suns, 6-5, in Thursday’s game at Smokies’ Park. Yhency...

 

Alzheimer’s research bill gets Alexander’s support

Alzheimer’s research bill gets Alexander’s support

U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander (R-TN) announced Friday that he will co-sponsor the Ronald Reagan Alzheimer’s Breakthrough Act of 2004 to double funding for Alzheimer’s research at the National Institutes of Health (NIH). “The last 10 years...

 

United Way names Bush 2004 Chair

United Way names Bush 2004 Chair

United Way of Greater Knoxville has announced Jim Bush, Chairman of Johnson & Galyon, Inc., will serve as the 2004 campaign chairman. Poised to lead United Way through its 83rd fundraising campaign in Knoxville, Bush is asking for the...

 

Third Fourth is the first

Seymour Skyburst first of its kind in area On July 3, thousands of revelers seeking to celebrate Independence Day will flock to the site of the former Seymour Flea Market for the third annual Seymour Skyburst, the first and largest ever event...

 

Amen to custom bikes

Amen to custom bikes

Builder targets County with $60K creations If you ask Paul Rector, Chief Operating Officer of Amen Custom Motorcycles why the name, he doesn’t hesitate with his answer, “Jesus is first in our life and he’s first in our business.” This...

 

A deadly combination

A deadly combination

Mother tells a story of near-tragedy Many people think it is safe to use gasoline to help ignite a fire. It is hard to find out first hand just how dangerous it can be. On June 5, while preparing for a large bonfire in the back of our house,...

 

An American Adventure: Heads in the sand

An American Adventure: Heads in the sand

After driving over 5300 miles and being gone for fifteen days, our American Adventure has reached its halfway point. We have gone from sea to shining sea, and have seen and experienced a lot in between. We’re still debating which is more...

 

Smokies take first

Smokies take first

Ninth-inning comeback keys seventh straight victory The Tennessee Smokies have won the Eastern Division’s first half. The Smokies needed a ninth-inning rally to beat the Jacksonville Suns, 6-5, in Thursday’s game at Smokies’ Park. Yhency...

 

Newman comes back Newman comes back

Ryan Newman used caution periods and smart pit strategy to win Sunday’s DHL 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Newman had a tire go down early in the race, and had to head to the pits under green flag conditions, but kept his Alltel Dodge...

 

Domingo wins in late models at 411

New car a hit at track C.C. Domingo brought out his new 411 Late Model on Saturday night, setting fast time in the blue and white machine, and leading every lap. Domingo’s night wasn’t easy as track regular, and former Modified Mini regular,...

 

Bonnaroo Blast

Bonnaroo Blast

If you know anything about Bonnaroo, you know it’s one of our times greatest music festivals. You can expect a bit of everything ranging from traffic and international food, hippies, to some of the most talented artists. Upon entering...

 

Domingo wins in late models at 411

New car a hit at track C.C. Domingo brought out his new 411 Late Model on Saturday night, setting fast time in the blue and white machine, and leading every lap. Domingo’s night wasn’t easy as track regular, and former Modified Mini regular,...

 

Newman comes back to win at Michigan

Ryan Newman used caution periods and smart pit strategy to win Sunday’s DHL 400 at Michigan International Speedway. Newman had a tire go down early in the race, and had to head to the pits under green flag conditions, but kept his Alltel Dodge...

 

Challengers meet on field

Challengers meet on field

The Challenger British Soccer Camp ran the week of June 14th through the 18th at Patriot Park in Pigeon Forge. Coaches from Great Britain and Scotland brought their expertise to Sevier County to instruct players from ages four to 19 how to...

 

Tusculum to visit Walters State

A representative from Tusculum College will be at Walters State Sevierville Campus on Tuesday, June 22, from 3:30 pm – 6:30 pm to present information on the accelerated Bachelor of Science program designed for the working adult. You may...