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Spring City selected to participate in TDEC's Downtowns Program
SPRING CITY — Last month, the Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced the 12 Tennessee communities selected to participate in the ninth round of the Tennessee Downtowns Program. The Town of Spring City was honored to have been selected along with the other communities such as Adamsville, Baxter, Byrdstown, Camden, Decatur, Gleason, Jellico, Loudon, McEwen, Munford, and Wartrace. Each application was supported by the community’s senator and representatives in the Tennessee General Assembly. ...
Everything you wanted to know about figs
Greetings, Rhea Countians! We wanted to take this opportunity to share with you a guest speaker at our association meeting on May 16. Angel Miller and her husband, who own 2AngelsMushrooms in Ooltewah, Tenn., came to speak to us on growing figs at home. Angel has extensive knowledge of growing these delectable edibles. We want to share some of this information with you. Figs are not actually a fruit, but an inside out flower. They require pollination from a specialized wasp, which does not live...
Spring City to hold annual kids' fishing rodeo
SPRING CITY — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) recently announced the upcoming Chuck Copeland Memorial Kids’ Fishing Rodeo, set to take place on Saturday, June 8, at Veteran’s Park in Spring City. The event promises an exciting opportunity for children to engage in the age-old pastime of fishing. Registration for the fishing rodeo will commence at 7 a.m. on June 8, and eager participants are encouraged to arrive early to secure their spot. Fishing activities will begin at 8 a.m. and continue until 11...
RC3, Boys and Girls Club to host free youth rally
DAYTON — RC3 and the Rhea County Boys and Girls Club are hosting a joint free youth rally open to all Rhea County school-aged children and teenager on Sunday, June 9, in the area near Gabbert Field in downtown Dayton near Fourth Avenue. The event will be held from 1 to 6 p.m. “This event will be hosted by Monkeytown Inflatables and Destin to Chill,” Rhea County Boys and Girls Club Unit Director Nicki Bentley said. “The Boys and Girls Clubs of the Ocoee Region-Rhea Unit and RC3 will also be participating with our boards, volunteers and children.” The event will have approximately eight inflatables, Bentley said, and Destin to Chill will also be on location providing ice cream to the students as well. She said that RC3 and the Boys and Girls Clubs will be onsite providing music and bottled water as well as some small games to occupy the parents.
Rhea's April unemployment rate at 3.2 percent
NASHVILLE — Each of Tennessee’s 95 counties recorded lower unemployment rates in April, and each came in at or below 4.1 percent, according to newly released data from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). In April, Rhea County’s unemployment rate was 3.2 percent, an improvement over the March rate of 3.6 percent. Last year, in April 2023, Rhea County’s unemployment rate was 3.7 percent. Williamson County recorded the...
Dayton Garden Club brings home awards
DAYTON — National Garden Club member the Dayton Garden Club, held it’s monthly meeting on May 15, 2024 at the Dayton Airport. The meeting was called to order by Debbie Shaver, devotions given by Marliese Montgomery, and the members gave the pledge to the flag of the United States of America. The minutes will be sent out via email by secretary Sherlene Wiseman. Marliese gave the treasurer’s report. Unfinished business included: ...
Memorial Day ceremony to be held Monday
DAYTON — County officials are preparing for the annual Memorial Day ceremony on the courthouse lawn on Monday, May 27. A Memorial Day Observance Ceremony will be held on Monday at 11 a.m. on the courthouse lawn. The guest speaker will be Master Chief Louis G. Boothe, U.S. Navy (retired). Special performances will be provided by Jan Bruce, chaplain for the Tennessee State Legion Auxiliary, the Rhea County High School...
Woman facing drug charges after crashing car into a house
DAYTON — A Rhea County woman is facing several drug-related charges after allegedly crashing her car into the front of a home on Dayton Mountain Highway earlier this month. “Rhea County dispatch reportd that the caller stated a car hit his house,” Rhea County Sheriff’s Department Deputy Kevin Ritchey said. “He stated to dispatch that the driver of the vehicle, Rachel Byrd, was on the phone with someone and talking to them.” ...
Roane State names local Dean's List recipients
HARRIMAN, Tenn. — Roane State Community College has announced its Dean’s List for the Spring 2024 semester. The Dean’s List recognizes full-time students (those completing 12 or more semester hours of college-level courses) who attain a quality point average of 3.50-3.99. The following local students were named to the Dean’s List: Hailey Baker of Spring City, Sydney Beasley of Spring City, Micah Burzese of Spring City, Gracie Bustos of Spring...
Summer means road trips and increased bear activity
NASHVILLE — In advance of summer travel and to help preserve Tennessee’s natural beauty, and protect both wildlife and visitors along the state’s scenic byways, Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) are reminding residents and visitors to be vigilant and safe during the summer travel season, especially when it comes to bears. “Black bears are one of Tennessee’s state treasures and it’s everyone’s responsibility to keep them wild and keep them alive,” says Dan Gibbs, TWRA Black Bear Coordinator. “Bear...
Arrest reports: May 16-May 22
May 16Helen Fay Jones was charged with domestic assault and resisting arrest. Dustin Edward Sneed was charged with improper use of vehicle registration, failure to provide proof of insurance, possession of drug paraphernalia, violation of probation, leaving the scene of an accident, evading arrest and resisting arrest. Jennifer Dawn Trusley was charged with speeding, failure to provide proof of insurance and possession of a Schedule II controlled substance with the...
Tennessee National Guard rescues hiker in Smoky Mountains
KNOXVILLE — On the evening of May 20, a UH-60 Blackhawk medical flight crew from the Tennessee National Guard rescued a hiker suffering from a severe illness in a remote part of the Great Smoky Mountains National Park. ,Shortly before 7:00 p.m., eastern time, the Tennessee National Guard and the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency were notified of a hiker requiring immediate medical assistance. The hiker was located more than 5,000 feet above sea level, at Icewater Spring. TEMA approved the mission just after 7:15 p.m.,...
RCHS principal takes position in Roane County school system
EVENSVILLE — Former Rhea County High School Principal Scotty Herrell has taken a position with the Roane County School System, according to a statement from Roane County, Tenn., officials on Thursday. Roane County officials announced Thursday afternoon that Herrell was recently hired as the Rockwood High School principal. “Rockwood High School has deep community roots and a rich history. I am happy to be a part of that tradition,” Herrell...
Newby celebrates 102nd birthday
Viola Newby recently celebrated her 102nd birthday on Tuesday, May 14. Newby celebrated with her family and friends at Golden Years Retirement Resort in Spring City, where she resides. Newby is a lifelong resident of Spring City.
SETHRA to distribute commodities June 6
DAYTON — The Southeast Tennessee Human Resources Agency (SETHRA) will be distributing USDA commodities to eligible Rhea County residents on June 6 from 1 to 4 p.m. at 3813 Rhea County Highway, Dayton, TN, 37321. If you have already signed up for commodities and have been issued a card since Oct. 1, 2023, you will not need to bring anything to participate. If you have not already signed up, you will need to visit your local SETHRA office prior to or any day after distribution. There will not be the option to sign up on distribution day. Eligibility will be based on total household income not in excess of the state-established maximum percentage of the poverty line for the appropriate household size. In accordance with federal law and USDA policy, SETHRA is prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability.
Dayton library prepping for summer reading program
DAYTON — Next week, officials with Dayton’s Clyde W. Roddy recently announced, that the library will be preparing for its annual Summer Reading Program. “Tuesday through Friday the staff will be preparing for Adventure Begins at Your Library Summer Reading Program,” library officials said. “The Summer Reading Program is for all ages. There will be programs such as bingo, crafts, book clubs, animal shows, Munch A Lunch, trivia night, an ice cream social, a local storyteller and so much more!” ...
State April unemployment rate matches record low
NASHVILLE — Tennessee’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate made its way into record territory in April, matching the all-time low rate of 3.1 percent, according to new data from the Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The state first set the record in April 2023, and for three consecutive months that year, the jobless number held steady at 3.1 percent. Employers were hiring in April and grew the state’s workforce...
No road construction delays for Memorial Day travelers
NASHVILLE — Road Construction will not delay motorists as they travel Tennessee’s highways this Memorial Day weekend. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) will suspend all construction-related lane closures on interstates and state routes beginning at noon on Friday, May 24 through 6:00 a.m. on Tuesday, May 28. This will provide maximum roadway capacity for motorists expected to travel in the state this Memorial Day weekend. “We want to do our part to help everyone have an enjoyable and safe holiday weekend and keep traffic...
Boys and Girls Club opening May 28
Pictured above, members of the Rhea County Boys and Girls Club board of directors spend Tuesday afternoon preparing the facilities for opening day on Tuesday, May 28. The Boys and Girls Club is located on Fourth Avenue in Dayton in the Chattanooga State building near RC3.
Lee, Commissioner McWhorter announce new funding for nuclear education
NASHVILLE — Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart C. McWhorter announced today that the University of Tennessee, Knoxville and Roane State Community College will receive funding from Tennessee’s Nuclear Energy Fund. The institutions will use the additional dollars to support existing nuclear programs as well as develop and implement new nuclear education curriculum. “Our administration created the Nuclear Energy Fund in partnership with...
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