Sat Oct 05 00:56:00 UTC 2024: ## Morristown Area News Roundup: Sunny Skies, Golf Course Rebirth, and Local Events

**Weather:** Expect foggy conditions this morning, transitioning to sunny skies later this afternoon. High temperatures will reach 82°F with light and variable winds. Overnight, clear skies will prevail with a low of 57°F and continued light and variable winds.

**Sports:** The Jefferson County Lady Patriots secured their District 2-AAA championship title with a decisive 4-0 victory over the Lady Trojans.

**Community:** The Morristown Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated the re-opening of the former Morristown Golf and Country Club under its new name, Valley Ridge Golf Course. Chamber President Jim Price emphasized the importance of revitalizing this longtime asset for the community.

**Business:** A new ownership group has purchased the former Shell gas station located on east Morris Blvd, right beside the new Arby’s. The station is currently non-operational, and future plans for the site are unknown.

**Births:** Ashlynn Amato-Martinez and Johathan, of Morristown, welcomed their daughter, Magnolia Grace Martinez, on May 21, 2024, at Morristown-Hamblen Healthcare System. The baby weighed 6 lbs., 10 oz.

**Events:** The Rose Center in Morristown will host a punk event on Friday, September 27.

**Obituary:** Homer Kelsie Lovin, age 83 of Morristown, TN, passed away on Wednesday, October 2, 2024.

**Golf Course Redevelopment:** The new owners of Valley Ridge Golf Course have ambitious plans to expand the course with nine new holes and 100+ housing units on adjacent land. Renovations to the clubhouse are underway, including a new driving range and expanded outdoor seating area. The owners emphasize their commitment to preserving the course for the enjoyment of the Morristown community for years to come.

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