Tennessee Smoky Mountains Area News
Sevier County Humane Society- will hold its biggest fundraiser for the year, its Champagne Auction. Preview of auction is set for 1p.m. with the auction starting at 2p.m. this Saturday at the Sevierville Civic Center. The auction will contain fine art from many notable local artists, an antique Persian Hamadan Rug, passes to local theaters, gift certificates to restaurants and hotels, a Florida getaway, golf club membership, gift baskets, and plenty of pet gifts.
There is to be plenty of food. Tickets are a $5 donation to the Sevier County Humane Society and Animal Shelter. Tickets will be available at the shelter and at the door of the event. For more info, call the Sevier County Humane Society at 453-7000.
Gatlinburg Parade- The Gatlinburg Parade starts at 7pm Friday December 4th. Many local and out of state companies are working hard to provide floats immersed in the Christmas spirit. Along with the floats are plenty talented performers just waiting to share their Christmas spirit!
So, no bah-humbug, drive safely and join in the Gatlinburg Christmas festivities with family and friends.
If you are unable to make it to the Gatlinburg Christmas Parade, be sure to catch the parade on our Gatlinburg Space Needle Web Cam. If the television station is not using the cam, you can control the web cam from your computer. Zoom in and watch your favorite floats or performers. Enjoy, and have a wonderful Christmas. Remember those less fortunate than yourself and share the spirit of Christmas giving. Amazing what a hug or a kind word will do to brighten an other’s day.
Smoky Mountain Roadway Congestion - The recent rock slide, along I-40 near the TN - NC border, has caused many visitors to the Tennessee Smokies to seek alternate routes. This in turn has slightly increased traffic going over the mountains between Gatlinburg TN and Cherokee NC. The traffic does not seem to be an issue during the weekdays and increases on weekends, especially holiday weekends.
So as weather tends to get colder, fog rolls in more often and possible snow in higher elevations approaches, stay safe and be prepared to add time to your travels. The route is very scenic and enjoyable but not if you feel rushed under abnormal traffic loads.
Cutest Dog Competition Miss Ellie
Miss Ellie performed at the Comedy Barn, Pigeon Forge Tennessee. - The Comedy Barn, well known for utilizing animals from the local Sevier County Humane Society to perform in their live performances, invited local businesses and Sevier County locals to see Miss Ellie and others in action.
A tribute to Miss Ellie’s current success in having made the Top 5 in the “Cutest Dog Competition” and a Thank You to Sevier County. They wished thanks to all those having taken the time to vote for Miss Ellie, the many supporting contributions to her campaign as well the Sevier County Humane Society efforts.
Miss Ellie made it as the Top 5th selection with the support of her community. Having witnessed the extensive efforts made by so many throughout Sevier county, it comes to prove why this is one of the greatest places to live in Tennessee. Sevier County ralleyed around a great cause. They can hold their heads high for having united to the cause of Miss Ellie and others like her.
