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A significant number of dead fish still remain in Butterfly Pond. (The Herald/ Joe King) Knoxville City officials were forced to clean up a privately owned pond when thousands of dead fish surfaced to the top earlier this month. “The city...
Information boxes containing menus and schedules for the One Harvest Food Ministries program can be found both outside and inside of Seymour Grace Baptist Church. (The Herald/Submitted Photo) Seymour Grace Baptist Church recently partnered with...
An unprovoked attack by a family dog caused traumatic harm to a four-year-old boy June 27. Wyatt Wilcoxson of Sevierville was reportedly playing with the family Rottweiler, Moose, when the dog suddenly attacked the boy. According to Sevier County...
Computer Solutions Manager Sean Woods wants to make all of the store’s customers aware of its new location. (The Herald/File Photo) While changes to business locations can often cause confusion for some customers, one Seymour business is making...
Harold Pitner (The Herald/File Photo) Bill Oakes (The Herald/File Photo) Larry Waters (The Herald/File Photo) While cookouts, fishing, and gardening are on the top of the list for favorite summer activities in Seymour, the lack of a local pool...
Staci Hariford (The Herald/SCSD) A Louisiana woman has been charged in connection with a stabbing at a Sevier County rental cabin. Staci Hariford, 19 of Brusly, LA, was arrested for aggravated assault after an incident last week that resulted...
Although school is out for the summer, a church-backed program is getting a jump start on helping area students receive free supplies and services to help prepare them for their return in August. Seymour United Methodist Church, which is located...
Jack Flap’s restaurant on Chapman Hwy. closed for business this month. (The Herald/ Joe King) While the closure of a business is usually seen as a blight on the economy, a local restaurant owner sees new opportunity where an other venture...
Perry Mitchell Gann (The Herald/SCSD) A second man has been arrested in connection with a home invasion robbery that occurred in Kodak earlier this month. Perry Mitchell Gann, 38 of Knoxville, was arrested at a home in Knox County last Tuesday...
Sevier County residents listen to an Our Smokies, Our Future facilitator at a recent meeting. (The Herald/Joe King) After a string of community forums that have caused considerable controversy throughout Sevier County, skeptics of the self-described...
Adult emerald ash borers are about a half-inch-long and lay eggs in bark crevices on all species of ash trees. (The Herald/Submitted Photo) Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials recently confirmed the presence of invasive emerald ash...
Ron Emery shares a laugh with a customer. (The Herald/ Joe King) In the modern age of mass consumerism it is a rare treat to see a store stick to its heritage and continue the historic legacy of being the oldest dime store in the south. Located...
Wade E. Brady (The Herald/SCSD) A Kodak man has been charged with burglarizing several outbuildings in Sevier County. Wade E. Brady, 18 of Kodak, was arrested in connection to the thefts of power tools, lawn and garden equipment and other items...
Ed and Relda Cruze recently presented the Seymour Library with its original sign that once stood in Ed’s mother’s front yard. (The Seymour Herald/Submitted Photo) From humble beginnings, services offered by the Seymour branch of the Sevier...
Kevin Nunn (The Herald/ Archive Photo) With the stagnating economy taking a heavy toll on nearly every American, residents are continually looking for ways to tighten their personal budget. While many people point to national solutions, safety...
Devin Koester cuts the ribbon at the opening ceremony with Bonnie Michaud, Cindy Green and other Wells Fargo associates. (The Herald/ Joe King) A business previously located in Gatlinburg has moved to Sevierville in an effort to be more centralized...
Elaine Keiffer demonstrates the proper use of rescue equipment. (The Herald/Joe King) Due to the experience gained serving her community, a local fire fighter is currently exploring what she feels is the next step in rescue service. Elaine Keiffer...
Patrol Officer Todd Williams searches all areas of interest with caution. (The Herald/Joe King) Because of the recent increase of armed robberies in Seymour, traffic officer Todd Williams of the Sevier County Sheriff’s office is asking residents...
The Seymour welcome sign illustrates the area has a community identity. (The Herald/Joe King) Even though Seymour has an identity and is recognized as a defined area, the community is not currently incorporated as a city like neighboring Sevierville,...
Reva Kirk paints a whimsically-styled stepladder for her shop. (The Herald/Joe King) Although only opened since April, C-MOR Emporium has already been able to utilize local networking sources to help brand a unique awareness. Reva Kirk, owner...
