Archive for: October, 2006

Seymour Cheerleader selected by Maryville College

Seymour Cheerleader selected by Maryville College

Mandi Wells, a 2006 Honors graduate of Seymour High School, was selected in August to be a Maryville College cheerleader.  Previously an All American Cheerleader, she won the National Championship in 2004 with her competition squad from...

 

Alexander statement on National Public Lands Day

U.S. Senator Lamar Alexander (R-TN) made the following statement today recognizing September 30, 2006, the 13th annual National Public Lands Day: “Growing up in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, I learned to appreciate our national...

 

Corker campaign opens additional Nashville officeAnnounces campaign staff enhancements for final str

The Corker for Senate campaign today announced the opening of an additional Nashville office and the enhancement of staff for the final stretch of the race. “In addition to the great team that was already in place, we have been fortunate to...

 

Largest State Tax Fraud Investigation

Randall L. Malin surrendered himself in Jackson, TN. to special agents of the Tennessee Department of Revenue on charges of state sales tax evasion and theft of property as part of the largest state tax fraud case in Tennessee history in terms...

 

Fort Sanders Sevier Nursing Home Hosts Open House and Memory Walk Cookout

  Fort Sanders Sevier Nursing Home invites everyone to stop by for a visit. Friday, October 6, the Nursing Home is hosting an Open House from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The community is invited to come by the facility to meet the staff and residents, have...

 

Repairs to begin on Parson Branch Rd

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced that work to repair flood damage to Parson Branch Road will begin on October16, 2006. The road, which leads from Cades Cove to U.S. 129 in Blount County, Tenn., has been closed due ...

 

Where did my allergy decongestant go?

The fall allergy season is upon us. And while the “Allergy and Cold Relief” aisle may not look different at first glance, there are significant changes for consumers to deal with. Any of the allergy or cold decongestant products still available...

 

Earth Talk

Dear EarthTalk: What is the best eco-friendly vehicle choice for those of us who need a pickup or SUV? We are about to replace two older trucks with one that is more fuel-efficient. – Barbara Roemer, via e-mail Fuel efficiency has not...

 

From the Publishers pen ,The bestI’ve had

By Joe Karl joe@theheraldnewspapers.com It’s a common daily occurrence that most women talk about their current diet. However, that’s not the case for the average man. On this subject, I consider myself being average and I don’t think...

 

OBITUARIESa

Jerry L. Ogle, age 62 of Sevierville, passed away Friday, September 29, 2006 at his home. Jerry served in the Sevierville Police Department for 38 years, and also served in the United States Army. Survivors: Wife: Doris Ogle Daughter and son-in-law:...

 

SEVIER COUNTY INTAKE REPORTS

• Christopher Alen Jones, 20, Sevierville, was arrested for violation of parole. He is being held with no bond. • Anthony Paul Davis, 30, Sevierville, was arrested for violation of probation circuit. He is being held with no bond. • James...

 

Crime, Justice & America

By Bill Bickel news@theheraldnewspapers.com An Arizona teenager got a lot of assistance a couple of weeks ago when he was having car trouble: At least 15 people offered their help when he couldn’t get the car going and when he got stuck in...

 

Local Neaws

Car Chase and Shooting in North Knoxville 23-year-old Endia J. Puckett, a suspect in a carjacking, was shot and three officers were treated for injuries after a car chase. The shooting occurred around 1:30 a.m. Monday in North Knoxville, at...

 

National News

School Shooting in Pennsylvania The third deadly school shooting in the U.S. in less than a week has occurred in Nickel Mines, Pennsylvania. According to State Police Commissioner Jeffrey Miller, Charles Roberts arrived at the Amish school ready...

 

Where did my allergy decongestant go?

The fall allergy season is upon us. And while the “Allergy and Cold Relief” aisle may not look different at first glance, there are significant changes for consumers to deal with. Any of the allergy or cold decongestant products still available...

 

Repairs to begin on Parson Branch Rd

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced that work to repair flood damage to Parson Branch Road will begin on October16, 2006. The road, which leads from Cades Cove to U.S. 129 in Blount County, Tenn., has been closed due ...

 

Fort Sanders Sevier Nursing Home Hosts Open House and Memory Walk Cookout

  Fort Sanders Sevier Nursing Home invites everyone to stop by for a visit. Friday, October 6, the Nursing Home is hosting an Open House from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. The community is invited to come by the facility to meet the staff and residents, have...

 

Largest State Tax Fraud Investigation

Randall L. Malin surrendered himself in Jackson, TN. to special agents of the Tennessee Department of Revenue on charges of state sales tax evasion and theft of property as part of the largest state tax fraud case in Tennessee history in terms...

 

Eatrh Talk

Dear EarthTalk: What is the best eco-friendly vehicle choice for those of us who need a pickup or SUV? We are about to replace two older trucks with one that is more fuel-efficient. – Barbara Roemer, via e-mail Fuel efficiency has not...

 

From the Publishers pen

By Joe Karl joe@theheraldnewspapers.com It’s a common daily occurrence that most women talk about their current diet. However, that’s not the case for the average man. On this subject, I consider myself being average and I don’t think...