Tag Archives: Thanksgiving

Those looking to burn some Thanksgiving dinner calories can take part in a guided hike to Burgess Falls Friday. Park Manager Nathaniel Garrison said in the past five years, the Day After Thanksgiving Hike has become one of the signature hikes for all Tennessee State Parks. Garrison said that as things become more and more expensive, this hike provides people ... Read More »

Thanksgiving may be centered around eating, but that does not mean it has be unhealthy. Cookeville Dietitian Holly Bundrant said it is important to keep calorie intake and nutrition in mind even during Thanksgiving. She said, if you can, ensure there are some healthy options on the table. She said if that is not an option, then pick and choose ... Read More »

The demand for high-quality food continues to increase, even for basics like the Thanksgiving turkey. Heavenly Acres Farm increased turkey production some 25 percent this year. Co-owner Nicole Espinoza said they are looking to at least double production next year despite higher prices. She said the sharp rise in feed costs is the main cause. “You know, it trickles down,” ... Read More »

Whether you are cooking the entire spread or just bringing a dish, cooking for Thanksgiving can be expensive. White County Family Consumer Science Agent Mallory Christian said it is easy to spend more than necessary when preparing Thanksgiving dinner. She said people tend to make too much food on Thanksgiving. She said it is important to keep in mind how ... Read More »

Caring Hearts United will hold its 13th annual Wonderland of Trees this week to provide hospice patients with much-needed items. Co-founder Dianne Sneed said this event is the biggest fundraiser of the year for the Warren County-based group. Organizations, churches, and individuals are invited to bring decorated trees and other Christmas decor to be set up and auctioned off. “You’ve ... Read More »

Sparta Fire Chief Kirk Young said if you want to avoid a kitchen fire this Thanksgiving, pay attention to your stove while cooking. Young said from his experience, an unattended oven is the main contributor to house fires this time of year. “Sometimes people get preoccupied with family members coming into their home and have something cooking on the stove,” ... Read More »

Finding a local turkey for Thanksgiving may be a challenge as one local provider has no supply left. Peaceful Pastures is located in Smith County and provides whole birds once a year for Thanksgiving. Owner Jenny Drake said the high demand is normal. “We start taking reservations on Labor Day weekend, and we sold out I think November 4th. We ... Read More »

Thanksgiving Day will be a busy one for volunteers with DeKalb County’s Emergency Services Association. Organizer Blake Cantrell said that the organization plans on delivering prepared meals to those in need. Cantrell said that the idea came from a desire to become more involved with the community. “We live here, we work here, we really want to help the people ... Read More »

Tennessee Tech’s Spring Semester will look like it did in the Fall, with a few adjustments based on what the school’s learned navigating the pandemic. TTU Chief Communications Officer Karen Lykins said the school is going to have a bigger emphasis on safety during the pandemic because of holiday breaks. Lykins said the school has seen the effect that students ... Read More »

Thanksgiving is over and your fridge is full with a weekend’s worth of food, but how long can you safely store it. White County UT Extension Agent Tracey Hackett said to stay away from any food in the fridge past Sunday. “The biggest mistake that is likely to be made with leftovers is simply leaving them to long in the ... Read More »