Wedding hot spots border Smokies; Blount eighth in number of nuptials (The Maryville Daily Times)
The minister wears bib overalls as couples jump the broom at Hillbilly Weddings, one of dozens of wedding services available in Sevier County, where more than a quarter of Tennessee’s marriages were recorded last year.

Smoky Mountain communities hot spot for weddings (Eyewitness News Memphis)
Weddings are big business in the Smoky Mountains, where dozens of wedding services are available more than a quarter of Tennessee’s marriages were recorded last year.

New Pigeon Forge principal discusses plans for upcoming year - Mountain Press

New Pigeon Forge principal discusses plans for upcoming year Mountain Press, TN - Jul 18, 2008 In December 1998, he became assistant principal at Pigeon Forge Middle, where he and colleague Greg Foreman started the school's wrestling program. … Five finalists, including former county planner, up for Pigeon … Mountain Press all 2 news articles

Sevier County communities hot spot for weddings (WATE 6 Knoxville)
Last year, 16,573 marriages were recorded in Sevier County. That is 26.7% of the total number marriages in the state for the year.

Smoky Mountain Communities Hot Spot For Weddings (News Channel 5 Nashville)
Weddings have been a big business in the Smoky Mountains. Wedding services have been made available to more than a quarter of Tennesseans who married at the Smokey Mountains last year.

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought - Mountain Press

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought Mountain Press, TN - Jul 19, 2008 "Realistically events of this nature do not occur at the Pigeon Forge store, but certainly we're taking a look at all our safety systems there to be sure …

May bike weeks could be in jeopardy (Florence Morning News)
At Tuesday afternoon’s City of Myrtle Beach Planning Commission meeting, the board voted on an proposal item from Myrtle Beach city council.

Pigeon Forge resort building destroyed by fire. - WVLT

Pigeon Forge resort building destroyed by fire. WVLT, TN - Jul 9, 2008 The fire destroyed a storage building at the Sunrise Ridge Resort in Pigeon Forge. The building once was used by the resort as office space. …

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be … - Mountain Press

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be … Mountain Press, TN - Jul 14, 2008 Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are now considering joining to pay for a 15-mile pipeline to the French Broad River. Currently, Pigeon Forge discharges its … Sunday enterprise: Gatlinburg may join with Pigeon Forge for … Mountain Press The names game: Officials don't have right to withhold … Mountain Press all 3 news articles

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be relocated to expand (The Mountain Press)
PIGEON FORGE - The city’s wastewater treatment plant is over 30 years old and quickly becoming too small and inefficient for the growing municipality. But a joint effort between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg may be a solution.

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Boat on its way to Debbie Reynolds museum in Pigeon Forge sinks - Mountain Press

Boat on its way to Debbie Reynolds museum in Pigeon Forge sinks Mountain Press, TN - Jul 20, 2008 "It really doesn't affect what we're doing (in Pigeon Forge)." The Hollywood Motion Picture Museum will hold the world's largest private collection of …

FEATURE/5 Million Holiday Lights Bring $162 Million to Resort City; Winter Promotion Has Almost Tripled Business in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, since 1990.
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Keeping continuity: Pigeon Forge officials made good choice … - Mountain Press

Keeping continuity: Pigeon Forge officials made good choice … Mountain Press, TN - Jul 18, 2008 … commissioner Bill Maples and the decision two years ago Ralph Chance made not to run for re-election, creates a real void in leadership in Pigeon Forge. …

Dollywood Goes to the Dogs; Pigeon Forge Theme Park To Open “Doggywood” Kennel on November 9.
Business Editors & Entertainment Writers PIGEON FORGE, TennBUSINESS WIREAugust 19, 2002 There’s a new attraction at Dollywood, but it doesn’t have the twists and turns of a roller coaster, the song and dance of award-winning entertainment, the cool splash of a water slide, or the interactive

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Pigeon Forge resort building destroyed by fire. - WVLT

Pigeon Forge resort building destroyed by fire. WVLT, TN - Jul 9, 2008 The fire destroyed a storage building at the Sunrise Ridge Resort in Pigeon Forge. The building once was used by the resort as office space. …

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought - Mountain Press

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought Mountain Press, TN - Jul 19, 2008 "Realistically events of this nature do not occur at the Pigeon Forge store, but certainly we're taking a look at all our safety systems there to be sure …

Pigeon Forge: Epicenter of the Hillbilly Universe - New West

Pigeon Forge: Epicenter of the Hillbilly Universe New West, MT - Jul 15, 2008 Traffic suddenly thickens as you enter Pigeon Forge, then slows to a crawl while all the tourists (including us) rubberneck at the unending barrage of …

Pick the Perfect Cabin
It’s the ideal time of year to get away. Follow our guide to choosing the right one for you. Head to Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, this month, where the rates are low, availability is high, and the crowds have thinned, leaving you the space and peace for a quiet getaway. Here’s the only

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Innovative Solution Eases Gas Pains for Pigeon Forge Travelers.
Entertainment Editors/Business Editors/Travel Writers PIGEON FORGE, TennBUSINESS WIREJune 15, 2004 A discount program organized by the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism is helping visitors ease their gas pains. Discounts from local businesses easily add up to the price of a tank of gas for the

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Flames strike Pigeon Forge resort - Knoxville News Sentinel

Flames strike Pigeon Forge resort Knoxville News Sentinel, TN - Jul 9, 2008 Flames were reported at 1:30 am at the resort located at 2301 Ridge Road, according to Pigeon Forge Fire Department Capt. Chris Knutsen. … Overnight fire damages Pigeon Forge resort WBIR-TV all 4 news articles

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Boat on its way to Debbie Reynolds museum in Pigeon Forge sinks - Mountain Press

Boat on its way to Debbie Reynolds museum in Pigeon Forge sinks Mountain Press, TN - Jul 20, 2008 "It really doesn't affect what we're doing (in Pigeon Forge)." The Hollywood Motion Picture Museum will hold the world's largest private collection of …

The Mountain Press big winner among small dailies in state AP contest (The Mountain Press)
The Mountain Press was the big winner among smaller dailies in the annual newspaper competition sponsored by the Tennessee Associated Press Managing Editors.

Smoky Mountain communities hot spot for weddings (Eyewitness News Memphis)
Weddings are big business in the Smoky Mountains, where dozens of wedding services are available more than a quarter of Tennessee’s marriages were recorded last year.

Innovative Solution Eases Gas Pains for Pigeon Forge Travelers.
Entertainment Editors/Business Editors/Travel Writers PIGEON FORGE, TennBUSINESS WIREJune 15, 2004 A discount program organized by the Pigeon Forge Department of Tourism is helping visitors ease their gas pains. Discounts from local businesses easily add up to the price of a tank of gas for the

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Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be relocated to expand (The Mountain Press)
PIGEON FORGE - The city’s wastewater treatment plant is over 30 years old and quickly becoming too small and inefficient for the growing municipality. But a joint effort between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg may be a solution.

Keeping continuity: Pigeon Forge officials made good choice … - Mountain Press

Keeping continuity: Pigeon Forge officials made good choice … Mountain Press, TN - Jul 18, 2008 … commissioner Bill Maples and the decision two years ago Ralph Chance made not to run for re-election, creates a real void in leadership in Pigeon Forge. …

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Tenn. OL Impressed with Western Kentucky - DawgsBite.com

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Tenn. OL Impressed with Western Kentucky DawgsBite.com - 15 hours ago By Chris Layton Last week Jebb Lenhart, 6-4, 295 pound offensive guard from Pigeon Forge (Tenn.) picked up his second offer last week from Western Kentucky. …

Pigeon Forge creating position of assistant city manager - Mountain Press

Pigeon Forge creating position of assistant city manager Mountain Press, TN - Jul 17, 2008 Teaster, Tennessee's first female city manager, has been working for the city of Pigeon Forge about 26 years and has watched the tourist town expand. …

Cabin Rentals. (News Update).(Mountain-CabinRentals.com offers new Web site)(Brief Article)
Mountain-CabinRentals.com has launched a site that offers vacation stays in the Smoky Mountains at Great Smoky Mountain National Park. Users can choose the cabin they want and view color photos. The Web site features information on special events, local restaurants, shopping and other activities.

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Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be … - Mountain Press

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be … Mountain Press, TN - Jul 14, 2008 Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are now considering joining to pay for a 15-mile pipeline to the French Broad River. Currently, Pigeon Forge discharges its … Sunday enterprise: Gatlinburg may join with Pigeon Forge for … Mountain Press The names game: Officials don't have right to withhold … Mountain Press all 3 news articles

Five finalists, including former county planner, up for Pigeon … - Mountain Press

Five finalists, including former county planner, up for Pigeon … Mountain Press, TN - Jul 18, 2008 … and zoning issues. n Hanson of Pigeon Forge graduated the University of Tennesee with a master's degree in safety science and city planning. …

In the Footsteps of Lincoln: The Indiana Years - Family tragedy, daily toil on a primitive homestead, the fascination of the great ohio river, and the awakening elixir of learning combined to forge the character of abraham lincoln as he grew to manhood on the indiana frontier.
In December 1816, Abraham Lincoln began a hundred-mile journey with his family by horse and wagon through central Kentucky, across the Ohio River, and into the Indiana territory to begin a new life. Discouraged by recurrent disputes over land titles and increasingly angry over slavery, the Lincolns

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Triumphant Southern Gospel Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee - American Chronicle

Triumphant Southern Gospel Show in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee American Chronicle, CA - Jul 16, 2008 The famous Gospel Group has the privilege of performing each week at The Miracle Theater located in the heart of Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. …

Flames strike Pigeon Forge resort - Knoxville News Sentinel

Flames strike Pigeon Forge resort Knoxville News Sentinel, TN - Jul 9, 2008 Flames were reported at 1:30 am at the resort located at 2301 Ridge Road, according to Pigeon Forge Fire Department Capt. Chris Knutsen. … Overnight fire damages Pigeon Forge resort WBIR-TV all 4 news articles

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought - Mountain Press

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought Mountain Press, TN - Jul 19, 2008 "Realistically events of this nature do not occur at the Pigeon Forge store, but certainly we're taking a look at all our safety systems there to be sure …

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FEATURE/’Do It for the Kids’ is Unofficial Slogan for Smoky Mountains Resort Town of Pigeon Forge; Family-Friendly Town Offers Array of Activities.
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May bike weeks could be in jeopardy (Florence Morning News)
At Tuesday afternoon’s City of Myrtle Beach Planning Commission meeting, the board voted on an proposal item from Myrtle Beach city council.

Tenn. OL Impressed with Western Kentucky - DawgsBite.com

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Tenn. OL Impressed with Western Kentucky DawgsBite.com - 9 hours ago By Chris Layton Last week Jebb Lenhart, 6-4, 295 pound offensive guard from Pigeon Forge (Tenn.) picked up his second offer last week from Western Kentucky. …

Smokies remain state’s popular wedding spot (WBIR-TV Knoxville)
It’s high season for weddings again — June was the most popular month for marriages in Tennessee in 2007 with 6,887 marriages, while July was second with 6,826.

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be … - Mountain Press

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be … Mountain Press, TN - Jul 14, 2008 Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge are now considering joining to pay for a 15-mile pipeline to the French Broad River. Currently, Pigeon Forge discharges its … Sunday enterprise: Gatlinburg may join with Pigeon Forge for … Mountain Press The names game: Officials don't have right to withhold … Mountain Press all 3 news articles

Pigeon Forge: Epicenter of the Hillbilly Universe - New West

Pigeon Forge: Epicenter of the Hillbilly Universe New West, MT - Jul 15, 2008 Traffic suddenly thickens as you enter Pigeon Forge, then slows to a crawl while all the tourists (including us) rubberneck at the unending barrage of …

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought - Mountain Press

Pigeon Forge robbery suspect sought Mountain Press, TN - Jul 19, 2008 "Realistically events of this nature do not occur at the Pigeon Forge store, but certainly we're taking a look at all our safety systems there to be sure …

Sunday enterprise: Pigeon Forge plant probably will have to be relocated to expand (The Mountain Press)
PIGEON FORGE - The city’s wastewater treatment plant is over 30 years old and quickly becoming too small and inefficient for the growing municipality. But a joint effort between Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg may be a solution.

Pigeon Forge creating position of assistant city manager - Mountain Press

Pigeon Forge creating position of assistant city manager Mountain Press, TN - Jul 17, 2008 Teaster, Tennessee's first female city manager, has been working for the city of Pigeon Forge about 26 years and has watched the tourist town expand. …

Meet your neighbor: Clay may be retired, but trolley driver stays busy - Mountain Press

Meet your neighbor: Clay may be retired, but trolley driver stays busy Mountain Press, TN - 14 hours ago A friend first introduced him to the trolley business in Pigeon Forge and he decided to apply because he felt it was great opportunity. "It's a fun job, …

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