Smoky Mountain Notary

06/13/2026

I was wrapping up a signing yesterday when the real highlight of the appointment made his entrance — an excited little boy who had been patiently (okay, not so patiently 😄) waiting in the other room with a very important surprise.

The moment we finished, I hollered for him and said it was puppy time — and that kid came FLYING in with three of the most adorable little pugs you’ve ever seen. Two solid black and one fawn, all wiggles and wrinkles. 🖤🖤🐾

Grandma ran a tight ship during the signing, but once the paperwork was done? Puppy chaos was fully authorized. 😂

Honestly, the grandson was just as cute as the pugs. Days like this are why I love what I do!

06/12/2026

So sad to hear about Ronnie’s passing. 💔

I first met Ronnie many years ago when I bought Doc’s Place out at Douglas Dam (now The Dam Store). Ronnie was actually the second owner of that little store, and from the very beginning he was always so kind and helpful to me.

Over the years he became more than just someone I knew from the store — he became a good friend. Ronnie was truly one of the good guys. Anyone who knew him knew he had a kind heart and was the type of person you don’t forget.

Rest easy, my friend. You will be missed. ❤️

𝐒𝐄𝐕𝐈𝐄𝐑 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐌𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐒 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐀𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐍𝐆 𝐎𝐅 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐘 𝐂𝐎𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐒𝐒𝐈𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐑 𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐈𝐄 𝐀𝐋𝐋𝐄𝐍; 𝐉𝐔𝐍𝐄 𝟏𝟐𝐓𝐇 𝐃𝐄𝐂𝐋𝐀𝐑𝐄𝐃 𝐀 𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐎𝐔𝐑𝐍𝐈𝐍𝐆

Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters has declared Friday, June 12, 2026, a day of mourning to remember the life and service of Sevier County Commissioner Ronnie Allen, who passed away on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the age of 80.

Commissioner Allen was first elected to the Board of Commissioners in 2002 and was currently serving his sixth term representing the 7th district. Allen was an active member of the Transportation, Steering, and Delinquent Tax Committees.

“I am deeply saddened by the passing of Commissioner Ronnie Allen,” said Sevier County Mayor Larry Waters. “Ronnie’s commitment to public service and his tireless work for the betterment of our county will not be forgotten. My thoughts and prayers are with his family, friends, and all those who had the privilege of knowing him."

The 1896 Bell atop the Historic Sevier County Courthouse will ring a solemn toll at 2:00 PM on Friday, June 12, to honor Commissioner Allen’s legacy. Additionally, Mayor Waters has announced that the Sevier County flag will remain at half-staff until the day of interment.

06/10/2026

💍 Want to get married in the Smokies this weekend?

My friend and colleague, Brittney with Happy Unions Wedding Ceremonies by The Trusty Notary will be in Pigeon Forge & Gatlinburg this Saturday, June 13th and still has openings for her Sign & Go wedding ceremonies!

If you’re looking for a simple, stress-free way to make it official without a big production, she’s one of the best in the area. ❤️

Choose a beautiful Smoky Mountain location:

🌿 The gazebo at The Old Mill – Pigeon Forge
🌿 The bridge at Mynatt Park – Gatlinburg
🌿 Your cabin or hotel

Don’t have your marriage license yet? No problem! The Sevier County Clerk’s Pigeon Forge location (near The Old Mill) is open Saturdays from 9 AM – 1 PM, so you can get your license and get married the same day.

Already have a Tennessee marriage license? You’re good to go - TN marriage licenses work statewide.

✨ Sign & Go ceremony: $100

If you’re looking for someone experienced, dependable, and who truly loves helping couples start their next chapter, I highly recommend her.

📲 Message her to grab one of her openings!

06/07/2026

Hey friends - go follow my girl Laura Scherr over at Notary Force in Franklin, TN!

Her old page got hacked so she's starting fresh - make sure you're following the right one.

Laura covers Franklin, Nashville, Brentwood and the surrounding areas. She's one of the few Tennessee RON notaries I actually refer work to without a second thought. When I send something her way, I know it's getting done right.

She also does wedding officiant services in the Franklin area, and she's currently putting together notary training for both traditional and online notaries - so if you're new to the business, keep an eye on her page.

Go give her a follow and show some love! 👇
https://www.facebook.com/notaryforcetn

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06/06/2026

Today marks the 82nd anniversary of D-Day — June 6, 1944.

In the early hours of that morning, more than 156,000 Allied troops crossed the English Channel and stormed the beaches of Normandy.

Thousands never came home.

We remember them today — the young men who faced unimaginable fear and chose to go forward anyway. Their sacrifice helped turn the tide of World War II and changed the course of history.

To the veterans who served, to the families who waited, and to the fallen — we are forever grateful.

🕊️ Lest we forget.

06/05/2026

Starting my morning talking all things RON! 💻✍️

I had the opportunity to meet with attorneys today and demonstrate how Remote Online Notarization can make the signing process easier, faster, and more convenient for their clients.

From estate planning documents to real estate transactions, RON allows signers to securely complete important documents from almost anywhere — while still maintaining the identity verification, live audio/video session, and notarial standards required by law.

Technology is changing how we serve clients, and I love helping professionals see what’s possible. The best part is usually hearing… “Why weren’t we doing this sooner?” 😊

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06/05/2026

🌿 World Environment Day feels like a good day to talk about something I genuinely love about RON.

Before remote online notarization, a loan package could mean 150+ pages printed and shipped overnight — sometimes twice if there were corrections. Now that same signing happens on a screen. No paper. No overnight shipping. No one driving across town.

I became one of Tennessee's first RON notaries in 2019, and I still think it's one of the best things to happen to this industry — for clients, for convenience, and honestly, for the planet too.

If you've never done a RON signing, I'd love to walk you through it.

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06/05/2026

🐱💕 Happy Hug Your Cat Day!

Today’s the purr‑fect excuse to snuggle your favorite feline.

📸 Please post a photo of you loving on your most favorite kitty and tag us—we can’t wait to see all that whiskered love!

06/05/2026

Saw this little guy a couple days ago and had to take a picture. 💙🐸

Look at those colors! Nature creates some pretty amazing things.

The wildlife lover in me couldn’t just walk by without stopping. 🌿

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