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In a year that saw visitation to Great Smoky Mountains National Park exceed 10 million for only the fifth time in history, Great Smoky Mountains Association – which generates its support for the Smokies primarily through visitor center sales – was able to contribute just shy of $1.5 million to park programs and services in 2015. “This was a year ...

LeConte Medical Center observed Certified Nurses Day, Tuesday, March 22, 2016 by honoring 11 board-certified nurses who work at the hospital with a special luncheon. Board certification of nurses plays an important role in assuring high standards of patient care. “Nursing, like health care in general, has become increasingly complex,” said Janice McKinley, senior vice president and chief nursing officer ...

The Gatlinburg Fire Department unveiled a new Public Safety Training Center at Fire Hall Number One on Thursday, March 24, 2016. Funded by the United Way of Sevier County and donations of area businesses, the department built a 3,000 square foot structure where they can hone their fire fighting skills. Built to resemble a two-story house or a multi-resident property, the ...

A Gerber baby food recall has been issued for four batches of Gerber Organic 2nd Foods pouches because spoilage could make children who eat the product ill. Gerber Products Company announced today that it is voluntarily recalling two varieties of Gerber Organic 2nd Foods pouches because a packaging defect may leave them susceptible to spoilage during transport and handling. “As ...

Celebrating its 150th year “Covering the Earth,” The Sherwin-Williams Company is excited to announce the opening of its new store in Pigeon Forge. Sherwin-Williams, along with the Pigeon Forge Chamber of Commerce, held a ribbon cutting ceremony at the new store on Wednesday. The Company also announced its exclusive Grand Opening Sale on Saturday, April 2, 2016 at the Pigeon ...

Great Smoky Mountains National Park, in cooperation with the Smoky Mountains Astronomical Society, will offer a 3-hour stargazing program in Cades Cove on Saturday, April 2, 2016 beginning at 7:30 p.m. Experienced astronomers and numerous telescopes will be on hand to provide a discovery of the spring sky’s position of stars, galaxies, and constellations, including the Milky Way. In case ...

A local woman faces a murder charge in the death of her newborn baby. According to the Sevier County Sheriff’s Office, 24-year-old Stephanie M. Brown, of Sevierville, has been charged with 1st degree murder for allegedly smothering her baby shortly after giving birth. Brown brought her deceased newborn infant to LeConte Medical Center on Jan. 14, 2016, where medical staff ...

With construction complete, the first Zaxby’s restaurant in the city of Gatlinburg has opened in the Mountain Mall. A Southeast favorite for chicken fingers and wings, the new fast casual restaurant opened for business on February 29th, 2016. “We believe that this area is the perfect fit because of the great reputation that Zaxby’s already has in Tennessee but also ...

A fundraising event for the Tri-County Lions Club will offer dancing and karaoke to the music of the 1950–60s, and an Elvis Show. The family friendly event is planned for Friday, April 8, 2016 at Andy’s Junction, 202 Williams Road in Seymour, Tenn. (behind Connie’s Kitchen). Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the dance begins at 7:30 p.m. Refreshments will ...

The Sevier County Hospitality Alliance (SCHA) will host the largest and most attended tourism and hospitality trade show in Tennessee on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 at the Sevierville Convention Center from 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. The 2016 show, presented by S&D Coffee & Tea, Sevierville Convention Center and Ovations Food Service will be at the Sevierville Convention Center, which ...