Church Events
DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events:...
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The following public records are the only public records that have been made available to the Claiborne Progress. If you feel that there has been an omission or other error, please contact the...
View ArticleLMU heading up relief effort
There are several efforts ongoing to help victims of the wildfires in Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Lincoln Memorial University as a whole is organizing a collection effort to deliver to the area,...
View ArticleLocal fire relief efforts under way
Numerous efforts are under way locally to help victims of the fires that have destroyed much of the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge communities. Here are some of the efforts that we know of at this time: •...
View ArticleTBI establishes hotline to coordinate missing persons reports in wildfire...
NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has established a hotline to coordinate reports of missing persons in the areas affected by the recent wildfires in East Tennessee. Those wishing to...
View ArticleChamber proposes repurpose of historic Kivett home
At the corner of Main Street and Kivett Drive in Tazewell sits the reportedly oldest standing home in Claiborne County. For the last decade, the stone two-story structure has stood vacant, awaiting its...
View ArticleDriver dies in tractor-trailer crash
A truck driver died Wednesday night as the result of a wreck on U.S. Hwy. 25E in Harrogate. According to a report from the Tennessee Highway Patrol, a tractor-trailer driven by Donald D. Bratton, 65,...
View ArticleArea Happenings
DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events:...
View ArticleChurch Events
DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events:...
View ArticleGiving Coats for the Cold
Marisa Anders | Claiborne Progress The Claiborne County Family Resource Center is doing their annual new and gently used coat collection. The coats are given to residents and families that are in need...
View ArticleFood City, Bristol Motor Speedway host drives to benefit Sevier County
In the wake of the devastating fires that swept through Gatlinburg and Sevier County, Food City and Bristol Motor Speedway have teamed up to host a number of initiatives, including a fundraising...
View ArticleArea Happenings
DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events:...
View ArticleToys for Troopers in memory of Hoskins
The 2016 Afton’s Toys for Troopers has already started with huge help from several people and businesses in the community, according to Sherri Taylor-Hoskins. “We have already hit over 100 stuffed...
View ArticleNeighbors pitching in
Courtesy Photo Local businesses, organizations and individuals immediately began work when word of the devastating wildfires that swept through nearby Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge hit the news last...
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DEADLINE: The deadline for submitting Area Happenings, Church Events, Cemetery News, Reunions or Society items is Thursday at noon. See our website each week for a full listing of local events:...
View Article2 juveniles charged in connection with Sevier County wildfires
KNOXVILLE — An investigation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, National Park Service, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) and the Sevier County...
View Article8 arrested in Morristown human trafficking operation
KNOXVILLE — A two-day operation by Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Morristown Police Department and Homeland Security Investigations has resulted in the arrest of eight men...
View ArticleThe spirit of Christmas past
Christmas has not always included a big tree, sparkling lights or silvery tinsel, however many traditions including carols, cookies and spending time with friends and family have been a part of the...
View ArticleEstep considers plea agreements
Judge Robert Estep considered several plea agreements recently during hearings in Claiborne County Sessions Court. Jerry Wayne Raines, 61, charged with assault, was sentenced to 11 months, 29 days...
View ArticleSelecting a quality Christmas tree
When buying either a cut or live (balled) Christmas tree, a few extra minutes spent checking it over prior to purchase will make sure you bring home a healthy and attractive tree. Before you bring a...
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