Hometown Sevier

By Henry Piarrot “People are often unreasonable and self-centered… Forgive them anyway. If you are kind, people may accuse you of ulterior motives… Be kind anyway. If you are honest, people may cheat you… Be honest anyway. If you find happiness, people may be jealous… Be happy anyway. The good you do today may be forgotten tomorrow… Do good anyway. Give the world the best you have and it may   Read More ...

By Lisa Fung Zooey Deschanel, star of the Fox TV series “New Girl,” has signed on to portray Loretta Lynn in a stage adaptation of the 1980 film “Coal Miner’s Daughter.” Lynn announced the casting and musical during a performance at the Ryman Auditorium in Nashville on Thursday, where she was joined onstage by Deschanel. The two then sang the country music singer’s signature song, “Coal Miner’s Daughter.” “It’s a   Read More ...

By Joel Massie Co-Author: Mike A. Massie The elements of Dan Curtis’ original gothic soap opera, Dark Shadows, would seem ideal material for a Tim Burton film. Atmospheric horror, eccentric characters, elaborate costumes, and whimsical humor are among the director’s fortes. Yet with Burton’s feature length adaptation, there’s almost too much of his signature proclivities and not enough restraint to allow for a cohesive vision. Despite its exceptional cast, the   Read More ...

Welcome to the only ZORB site in the USA. Wow, what an adventure for all ages to enjoy! What kind of adventure is this? ZORB is the New Zealand company that invented the ZORB globe and developed the sport of globe riding (riding down a hill in a large inflatable ball) since 1995. There are three different tracks to choose from in this adventure; straight, zig-zag or zipper. You can   Read More ...

Be sure to check out the 2nd Annual Show Ministry Golf Tournament that will be held on Wednesday, June 20 at the Dandridge Golf Course. This event is a combined effort with Pepsi, Reebok and Modern Woodman in order to help put new shoes on some underprivileged children. For more information call Mike Chambers at 865-742-6176 or 865-428-5858. Related Stories:No Related Posts

Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials have announced that the gravel section of  Tremont Road beyond the Great Smoky Mountains Institute will be closed on May 15 and 16 to allow crews to clean ditches, culverts and grade the road while using heavy equipment and dump trucks. Workers will also be adding gravel to the road and removing standing dead trees along the shoulders. The closure of this narrow road   Read More ...

Be sure to take your Mom to Partridge & Pear Restaurant at Christmas Place and she will eat FREE for the special Mother’s Day Buffet with Carving Station. Visit www.PatridgeandPear.com or call 865-868-0575 for more information. Related Stories:No Related Posts

 Dolly’s Homecoming Parade, Pigeon Forge’s annual salute to hometown superstar Dolly Parton, always has an interesting collection of participants, but parade organizers say this year’s list is one of the most unusual. The thousands of spectators anticipated along the route can expect to see everything from a submarine to a NASCAR racecar to a float themed to Dolly Parton’s “9 to 5” movie. The 27th annual Dolly’s Homecoming Parade will   Read More ...

BLOOMIN’ BBQ & BLUEGRASS Sevierville’s Largest Event www.BloominBBQ.com Friday May 18 & Saturday May 19 What: Sevierville’s 8th Annual Bloomin’ BBQ & Bluegrass Event Where: Historic Downtown Sevierville, TN (around the Sevier County Courthouse – 102 Court Ave. Sevierville, TN 37862) When: Friday May 18 (5pm-10pm) / Saturday May 19 (9am-10pm) About: Bloomin’ BBQ & Bluegrass 1)      The top BBQ Cook Teams in the nation in Sevierville (the guys you   Read More ...

Catch all the action at the Lumberjack Feud on May 7th- 20th for Local Appreciation Days. Tickets for the show only will be $5.00 plus tax or enjoy Dinner and Show for only $13.00 plus tax. Check out www.lumberjackfeud.com or call 865-428-8688 to get your tickets or info. Related Stories:No Related Posts