Community Spotlight: White Pine Library
The town of White Pine is excited to launch its Community Spotlight Series, and we’re kicking things off with a look at the White Pine Library. This isn’t just a place for books; under the dedicated leadership of Sarabeth Phillips, who took the helm in...
Meet Adam Wilson, Parks and Recreation Director
We’re excited to officially introduce Adam Wilson, White Pine’s Parks and Recreation Director. If you’ve been around any of the green spaces in town, at any town events as of late, or have stopped into Town Hall, you’ve probably bumped into...
Help Craft the Vision of Jefferson County for the Next 10 Years!
Jefferson County is growing, and your Mayor and County Commissioners want citizens’ input on managing this growth. The Mayor and Commissioners are undertaking a community engagement effort to obtain this input. The project aims to receive feedback on how...
The History of Douglas Lake
Douglas Lake, located at the foothills of The Great Smoky Mountains, is a scenic location with a fascinating history. Today, Douglas Lake is a leisurely place ideal for fishing and boating, but it wasn’t always that way. This manmade body of water was the center of...
What Does a Public Works Department Do?
According to the America Public Works Association, “public works is the combinations of physical assets, management practices, policies, and personnel necessary for government to provide and sustain structures and services essential to the welfare and acceptable...
Moving to East Tennessee
The number of individuals and families relocating to new cities and states has been on the rise over the last few years. According to data collected by the United States Postal Service, there was a 3.3% increase in permanent address changes between 2019 and 2020 and...
When is the Best Time for Fishing on Douglas Lake?
As the weather begins to warm up across Tennessee, people everywhere are flocking outdoors. What better way is there to spend a sunny day than fishing on Douglas Lake? Here in White Pine, we pride ourselves on the natural beauty that surrounds our town, and we love to...
Best Hiking Trails in and Around White Pine, TN
The quaint town of White Pine is nestled in some of the most beautiful natural areas in the southern United States. Just minutes from the Smoky Mountains and the scenic Tennessee River, White Pine is the perfect small-town getaway all year long, and especially during...