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Spring Time: A Great Time to Spruce up Your Property!

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It's Spring Time in the Smokies. The weather is warming and wildflowers are popping up everywhere. Now is a great time to do some projects around your house that will increase your property value without breaking the bank! Remodel the Kitchen: Upgrading the kitchen cabinets, adding granite countertop, re-doing the floor, and updating kitchen appliances will not only make you want to live in your kitchen, but will increase the house's value! Open the Floor Plan: Open floor plans are the hot item right now when it comes to looking for a home. Knock out a wall or two. Not only is it a great way to get some frustration out, but it will make your home more appealing to prospective buyers.  Paint: A fresh coat of paint will make the rooms of your house look like a brand new room. It's an easy and expensive way to change the complete look and who doesn't like clean walls? Replace the Front Door: Not only will it improve curb appeal, but i...

Historic Landmark: Historic Places in Sevier County

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  HISTORIC LANDMARKS IN  EAST TENNESSEE!     There are 36 places in Sevier County, TN listed on the Historic Register. The National Register of Historic Places is the official list of the Nation's historic places worthy of preservation. Authorized by the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, the National Park Service's National Register of Historic Places is part of a national program to coordinate and support public and private efforts to identify, evaluate, and protect America's historic and archeological resources. Buckingham House is located West of Sevierville on Sevierville Pike. This was the 1st place in Sevier County to be listed on the historic register on March 18, 1971. This home was built by Thomas Bucking-ham. In the early 1790s, Thomas Bucking-ham established a large farm between Boyd's Creek and Sevierville. Buckingham went on to become the county's first sheriff.   Clingmans Dome Observation Tower found on Clingmans D...