Today's Blount Life

Easy ways to jazz up the classic campfire s’more

Three simple ingredients — a marshmallow, a piece of chocolate and two graham crackers. The symbol of summer and campfire snacking. And there are so many possibilities for jazzing it up! Once you have a toasted marshmallow, you can sandwich it between all kinds of cookies, crackers and the like. Or you could swap out the basic chocolate for something a little more over-the-top, perhaps something with bacon or candied ginger embedded in it. And don’t overlook gourmet marshmallows, which come in some wonderful flavors. Read more...

Bosomworth named to dean’s list

Kaitlin Bosomworth, of Maryville, was named to the University of Evansville dean’s list for spring semester 2013. To make the dean’s list, a student at UE must earn at least a 3.5 grade point average on a 4.0 scale. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Several make dean’s list at Carson-Newman

Carson-Newman University has announced recipients of dean’s list awards for spring 2013 semester. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Coulter graduates TTU

Seth Edward Coulter, of Maryville, graduated from the College of Education at Tennessee Technological University in Cookeville on May 11. He earned a Bachelor of Science in education in multidisciplinary studies with a concentration in elementary education. He is a 2008 graduate of Alcoa High School. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Everett Alumni Luncheon will be June 25

The annual Everett High School Alumni Luncheon will be held June 25 at Heritage High School. All former teachers and graduates of EHS from 1922-1977 are invited. Bring a covered dish. Lunch will be served at noon. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Antique tractor show set for Friday, Saturday

Memorial Day Weekend is the perfect time to get outside and enjoy the Foothills Antique Tractor and Engine Club’s show. Activities will take place from noon to 8 p.m. on Friday and from 8 a.m. to 6pm.. Saturday, at Heritage High School. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Logue graduates from Juniata College

Gregory Carlton Logue, of Seymour, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts degree in politics from Juniata College in Huntingdon, Pa. He is the son of Gregory and Liane Logue Sr. Logue was president of the Juniata College Republicans and was student government treasurer. He is a 2009 graduate of Seymour High School. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Paine graduates UT Chattanooga

Peyton Deanna Paine recently graduated from the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga with Bachelor of Science in nursing. She has accepted a nursing position in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit at Erlanger Hospital in Chattanooga. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Moore celebrates 80th birthday

John Ralph Moore, of Maryville, is celebrating his 80th birthday. He was born May 25, 1933 in Maryville to the late Horace R. Moore and the late Bessie Morton Moore. He is married to Ethelene Moore, his wife of 60 years. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Covington graduates Lincoln Memorial

Kayla Rene Covington, of Walland, recently graduated magna cum laude with a grade point average of 3.92 from Lincoln Memorial University in Harrogate. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in K-6 education/liberal studies in human development. She was on the dean’s list all four years of college. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Foothill Striders to hike Elkmont area

The Foothill Striders Club will have two hikes this Saturday, both beginning at the same location in Elkmont. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

Shivers graduates Berry College

Caitlin Shivers, of Maryville, has graduated from Berry College in Rome, Ga. with a bachelor’s degree in early childhood development. The spring commencement was held May 11. There were 378 new graduates. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

For the right reasons: Children put focus on spring fashions, upcoming Relay

Mount Lebanon Baptist Church’ Relay For Life team hosted its second Runway for Relay Saturday at Foothills Mall, an event open to all children who wanted to show their favorite spring and summer attire in front of an appreciative crowd. Subscribe to our e-edition to read more. Only $1/mo. for print subscribers!

DENSO scholarship winners honored

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Students win prizes for accomplishing goals

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