Sevierville, TN - Coming Events

I-40 Westbound closed at the TN / NC line

Alternate Route

Alternate Route From TDOT: KNOXVILLE, Tenn. – Both lanes of Interstate 40 West in Cocke County have been closed following an early morning rockslide between Mile Markers 450 and 451. Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) Geotechnical Engineers are continuing to evaluate the slide and are currently developing a plan to stabilize the mountainside. An emergency contract will also be initiated to clean-up debris from this morning’s slide. There is currently no estimate for when I-40 West will reopen. In the meantime, motorists traveling on I-40 West can take the following detour around the rockslide area: From North Carolina: Motorists are advised to take I-240 West (Exit 53B) in Asheville to I-26 West (Exit 4A) to I-81 South (Exit 8A) back to I-40 West. The detour route is approximately 53 miles. For up to the minute traffic information in Knoxville and the Tri-Cities follow us on Twitter at www.twitter.com/knoxville511. For statewide travel information, follow www.twitter.com/TN511.

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Rockslide Keeps it on the Sunnyside

Alternate Route Provides Adventure

Alternate Route Provides Adventure Although the detour is only 53 miles total, the trip up I-26 to I-81 and back to I-40 W is one that shouldn't be missed. That corridor is highlighted in the Tennessee Trails & Byways Sunny Side Trail and provides plenty of incredible sights along the way. Visit quaint towns like Jonesborough. The oldest town in Tennessee, it is known for its annual Storytelling Festival and quaint downtown district. Or have a "Bible Burger" at the 101 year old Tinsley-Bible Drug Store & Soda Fountain in Dandridge. Go off trail and discover the lost colony of the Melungeons in Sneedville or stop at the historic General Morgan Inn in Greeneville. The Sunny Side Trail is full of little known places you've got to see! Check out all the info and download a guide at www.SunnySideTrail.com.

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A Joyful Noise

Dolly Parton & Queen Latifah Movie Opens Jan. 13

Dolly Parton & Queen Latifah Movie Opens Jan. 13 "A Joyful Noise" starring Dolly Parton and Queen Latifah opens January 13 and Sevierville is super-excited about it! We saw some clips and heard some of the music from the movie during Dolly's "Better Day" tour last summer and it is going to be great! If you're in town, check it out at one of the local theaters: Reel Theaters Movies on the Parkway http://www.seviermovies.info/

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Rose Glen Literary Festival

Local Books, Great Authors Feb. 25

Local Books, Great Authors Feb. 25 ROSE GLEN LITERARY FESTIVAL HIGHLIGHTS TENNESSEE AUTHORS on FEB. 25 From historians to journalists, novelists and forensic mystery writers the Rose Glen Literary Festival brings together the best that East Tennessee has to offer for an incredible literary event. There is an $18 charge for attending the keynote luncheon, which includes a gourmet luncheon and an opportunity to win door prizes. Tickets will be sold on a first come, first served basis. There is no fee to attend the other workshops during the day. To reserve your tickets, call Carroll McMahan at (865) 453-6411.

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Sevierville Celebrates History

Pictures & Stories tell of rich history

Pictures & Stories tell of rich history Founded in 1795 and continuously incorporated since 1901, Sevierville is rich in stories about the people and places that have shaped this town. Follow the link below to delve deeper into the past with stories and photos collected in celebration of the 75th anniversary of Great Smoky Mountains National Park in 2009.

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