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š± Gatlinburg's mayor reflects on loss and recovery after the wildfire
Gatlinburg, Tennessee Patch AM: a 4 min readHey there, Gatlinburg! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. āļøļø
In today's newsletter:
- Gatlinburg's mayor reflects on loss and recovery after the wildfire
- Gatlinburg-Pittman students honor veterans and the families behind them
- Gatlinburgās Festival of Trees returns for Thanksgiving week
Also on today's calendar: Meets at King family library on High Street, Sevierrville and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What are the two sides of a circle? š¤ (Answer below!)
- Wednesday: Partly sunny, with a high of 71 and low of 52 degrees.
- Thursday: Cooler with periods of rain, temps: high: 57, low: 40.
- Friday: Cloudy, showers; colder, with a high of 44 and low of 35 degrees.
š° News we're reading
1. Gatlinburg remains āMountain Tough' 10 years after fire (thebaptistpaper.org) ā As the 2016 wildfire's 10th anniversary approaches, Gatlinburg Mayor Mike Werner recalls reassuring residents after losing his own home and the condominium complex he managed. His account traces how faith sustained him and how protecting downtown helped preserve the tourism economy as the community began rebuilding. 
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2. High schools celebrate veterans (themountainpress.com) ā Gatlinburg-Pittman High School honored veterans Tuesday with patriotic music, student historical portrayals and remarks from Command Chief Master Sergeant Stacy Cutshaw of the 134th Air Refueling Wing. Cutshaw emphasized the sacrifices military families make alongside service members. Pigeon Forge High School also held a program featuring veteran alumni. Ā Ā Ā
3. Kick off the holidays at Gatlinburg's Festival of Trees on Thanksgiving weekend (themountainpress.com) ā Gatlinburgās free Festival of Trees returns to W.L. Mills Conference Center Nov. 25ā29, with decorated trees, childrenās activities and Friday and Saturday visits from Santa. Donations and proceeds support the Boys & Girls Club of the Smoky Mountains and the Gatlinburg Chamber of Commerce Foundation. Ā Ā Ā
4. āLet It Glow' Returns With Over 3 Million Lights (radionwtn.com) ā Discovery Park of America in Union City opens its expanded āLet It Glowā display Nov. 13, featuring more than 3 million lights. Separate walking and driving routes run through Dec. 30, with holiday closures, and opening night includes local choirs and an ensemble and vocalist from the Jackson Symphony. Ā Ā Ā
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Upcoming Events in
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Meets at King family library on High Street, Sevierrville ā
Welcome Mat-ters, newcomers group,
10:30 am
Thursday November 12
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Other local events
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APPALACHIAN LEGACY CLASSES at Arrowmont ā
Arrowmont School of Arts and Crafts, 556 Parkway, Gatlinburg -
Gatlinburg Winter Festival & Chili Cookoff ā
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Gatlinburg Winter Magic Kickoff and Chili Cookoff ā
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Enchanted Christmas at Anakeesta ā
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Sensory-Friendly Morning ā
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Smokies Service Days - Veterans Day Cemetery Cleanup
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg
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Arrowmont School: Wine Dinner at The Park Grill ā
The Park Grill, Gatlinburg -
Artist-in-Residence Program
Great Smoky Mountains National Park, 107 Park Headquarters Road, Gatlinburg
10:00 am
Thursday November 12
Friday November 13
Saturday November 14
Friday November 20
Saturday November 21
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PFHTA Salute America's Heroes ā
Dolly Parton's Stampede, 3849 Parkway, Pigeon Forge
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Dollywood's Light The Way 5k ā
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Winterfest Christmas Village (local makersā market) ā
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Pigeon Forge Winterfest ā
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Thursday November 12
Friday November 13
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- The Sevier County Courthouse, Rex Henry Ogle Courts Building, County Government Offices, Sheriffās Administrative Offices, and Sevier County Residential Convenience Centers will be closed Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
The Center View and Wears Valley Multipurpose Convenience Centers will remain open as normal, from 8 AM to 6 PM. Residents and visitors are invitedā¦ (Nextdoor )
- Westgate Las Vegas Resort & Casino posted a job opening for Resort Executive Chef in Gatlinburg. Apply here.
- Subway posted a job opening for Sandwich Artist in Gatlinburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Gatlinburg here.
Ok Gatlinburg! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: "What are the two sides of a circle?" ā The inside and the outside ! (Thank you James M. for sending it in!)
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