Puncheon Camp

Posted 12.05.2009 in Features, Visitor Info, slider

As we were researching areas along the White Lightning Trail, we came across this old schoolhouse. It is located next to Puncheon Creek in Washburn, TN (Grainger County). The community of Washburn was apparently known as Puncheon Camp and was named Washburn in 1898. Up until 1801, it had been the County Seat for Grainger [...]

Homecoming at Museum of Appalachia is a fall tradition for many

Posted 10.08.2009 in Visitor Info, slider

NORRIS – A small get-together three decades ago has grown into a fall tradition that now attracts thousands of visitors.
The 30th annual Tennessee Fall Homecoming on the grounds of the Museum of Appalachia is expected to draw as many as 50,000 people during its four-day run.
Virtually nonstop bluegrass, Gospel and folk music on five stages [...]

Cumberland Gap National Historical Park Cumberland to Celebrate Heritage at Daniel Boone 275th Birthday Party

Posted 08.05.2009 in Visitor Info, slider

On Friday, August 7th, 2009 Cumberland Gap National Historical Park (NHP) will host a birthday party to commemorate the 275th anniversary of the birth of Daniel Boone. Although his actual birthday is October 22nd, this unique celebration during Indian Summer will feature a walk with “Daniel Boone” through the Cumberland Gap. During this [...]

Anderson County Fair begins this week

Posted 07.14.2009 in Visitor Info

A tradition in rural America, county fairs are starting their summertime runs, and one of Tennessee’s oldest and most revered is now under way.
The Anderson County Fair is 120 years old and is one of the six oldest such celebrations in the state, says Steve R. Queener, fair association president.
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Adventurous bikes follow trail to Oklahoma from Jellico, TN

Posted 07.10.2009 in Features, Visitor Info, slider

You can tell from a distance, they’re a different breed of riders.
Their bikes flash a little less chrome. Their brightly colored fenders provide ample clearance above the knobby tires.
They’re a little taller and leaner looking than HOGs or Goldwings.
These bikes and their riders choose rugged terrain rather than smooth highways — they are off roaders [...]

Little Ponderosa Zoo, Pt. 1

Posted 07.09.2009 in Visitor Info, slider

Whether it’s a Red Kangaroo, a Dromedary Camel or a native black bear, it’s easy to get in touch with your wild side here in East Tennessee. For the next few posts I’m giving you ideas for inexpensive day trips to the area’s many animal attractions.
Hidden away in the hills of Anderson County, [...]

‘The Full Monty’ puts sizzle in your summer

Posted 07.08.2009 in Features, Visitor Info, slider

OAK RIDGE, Tenn. — A grin and bare-it-all musical comedy, “The Full Monty” tells the story of six out of work steel workers desperate to make enough money to keep their heads above water. After observing how enthusiastic women are for a touring Chippendales-like show, they decide to do a one-night only strip act at [...]

Festival Vendors Sought for Union County Festival

Posted 07.07.2009 in News, Visitor Info

The 5th annual Union County Heritage Festival will be held SATURDAY OCTOBER 17th. from 10:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.  Music, craft,food booths, Heritage Idol competition and  Heritage Olympics as well as the 4-H competition will be held at Wilson Park; the quilt and  fine arts show  and competition will be held at the Roy Acuff [...]

Norris Dam State Park Summer 2009 Activities

Posted 07.07.2009 in Visitor Info, slider

Tuesday, July 9
3:00pm                 Creek Critters
How healthy is our water? Join Chelsea at the Gristmill Bridge and we will go in search of aquatic insects, crayfish, and salamanders to determine if our creek is healthy. Be prepared to get wet! Shoes are required, and all children should be accompanied by an adult!
5:00 pm                [...]

LOLMDS at Tazewell Speedway Postponed Due to Rain

Posted 07.06.2009 in News, Visitor Info

Due to heavy rain showers throughout the region, the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series’ Toyota of Knoxville 75 at Tazewell Speedway has been postponed.  The $10,000 to win event has been rescheduled for Friday, August 21st.
Officials of the Tazewell Speedway and the Lucas Oil Late Model Dirt Series made the decision to postpone the [...]