Jefferson County Commission Work Session
The Jefferson County Commission met for a Work Session on Monday, September 9, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Musick, Tabor, Scarlett, Dockery, Patterson, Maples, Blevins and Barreiro. There were no citizens requesting input on the Rezoning Request […]
Tennessee Main Streets Host Fall Activities
One of Tennessee’s most beautiful seasons is right around the corner and Tennessee Main Street communities are celebrating fall all across the state. Tennessee Main Street Programs are hosting multiple fall events, including fall festivals and concerts to support historic downtown business districts. “Historic downtown districts are the heart and soul of so many Tennessee […]
State Investigating Mandated Fire Department Funding
The State of Tennessee is investigating mandated public funding for all Fire Departments across the State. Locally, Jefferson County contributes $55,000 to County Departments and municipalities also contribute funding to those departments located inside the City limits. The current level of funding may not be enough to meet the State mandate, should the legislature decide […]
Jefferson County Ranking Solid But Future Momentum Lagging Behind
Jefferson County is in need of a boost in momentum in human capitol, according to a recently released report by the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations. While the County currently ranks 20th out of 95 Tennessee counties in human capitol, it falls sharply to 64th of 95 counties on momentum to carry through the […]
Five Charged With Illegal Baiting And Killing Of A Black Bear In Blount County
At the culmination of extended surveillance of an illegal bait site on Chilhowee Mtn., TWRA Officers apprehended and charged five individuals with violations associated with the illegal hunting and killing of a black bear last night. Working on information received, officers began watching several bait sites with suspicions of illegal bear hunting before the season’s […]
Red Cross Volunteers Mobilize for Another Scorcher at Neyland Stadium
The American Red Cross is reminding fans to stay hydrated as they come out Saturday to cheer on the Tennessee Volunteers. At kickoff, temperatures are expected to be well into the 80’s and could climb even higher. During last week’s game against Austin Peay, Red Cross First Aid Station Team (FAST) volunteers treated 61 people […]
Experienced Restaurateur Opens Bojangles’ Restaurant in Jefferson City
Entrepreneur Jeff Rigsby celebrated the grand opening of his Bojangles’ franchise location at 103 Mossy Creek Drive in Jefferson City in late August 2013. “We are thrilled to become part of Jefferson City,” said Jeff Rigsby, President of BOJ OF WNC, LLC. “In addition to serving Bojangles’ distinctive array of chicken dishes, fresh buttermilk biscuits […]
Dandridge Tennessee’s MUSIC ON THE TOWN Kicks Off with Paula Michelle & Matt Cordell
Thursday was a great night for music, and the packed lawn behind Town Hall in Dandridge’s Historic Town Square was proof that Music on the Town 2013 has begun. Music on the Town is an every Thursday evening in September event and a wonderful way to kick off fall in Jefferson County. The entertainment is […]
Jefferson Middle School Crowns Homecoming Queen
The Jefferson Middle School Elks hosted the White Pine Cyclones for their homecoming game. The game started with the Elks receiving the kick from the Cyclones. Within in the first few minutes of the game the Elks put a touchdown on the board. Continuing to put numbers on the board, they ended the first half […]
Saying Good-Bye To Summer 2013
Labor Day is a Federal Holiday that is celebrated the first Monday in September. It was initiated as a time to celebrate unionized labor’s contributions to the American economy, however it has also become widely known as the unofficial end of summer. As Summer 2013 comes to a close and we prepare to welcome Fall […]
ACT Scores Up for Jefferson County Students
Jefferson County High School has received the combined ACT score for the Class of 2013 and it shows a 1.7 increase over the 2012 scores. The Class Composite for 2013 graduates was 19.8, up from 18.1 in 2012. Students in the Class of 2013, which graduated in May, took the ACT test in the spring […]
Labor Day Holiday Hours
In light of the upcoming Federal Holiday, Labor Day, which will be celebrated on Monday, September 2, 2013, local municipality and County government offices will be closed. In addition, State and Federal offices, including Postal Service, will also be closed on Monday. Banks, in accordance with the closing of the Federal Reserve System will be […]
Red Cross Issues Safety Tips for Labor Day Weekend
Many people view Labor Day as the end of summer and their last chance to travel, hit the beach and fire up the grill. The American Red Cross offers safety tips to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable holiday. “While many people will spend the Labor Day weekend traveling and spending time with family […]
Former New Market City Employee Arrested for Two Counts of Theft Over $10k and Official Misconduct
According to information released by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, a former employee of the City of New Market was arrested on August 27, 2013 for two counts of theft over $10,000 and four counts of Official Misconduct. The TBI reported that Melissa Robin Parker, age 43, of New Market surrendered herself to TBI agents. […]
175 Foot Generator Passes Through Jefferson City
Those driving in Jefferson City on Monday evening may have noticed a large generator transport that delayed traffic in the area. In route to Greenville from Knoxville, the generator was expected to take more than eight hours to make the 42 mile trip from Forks of the River Industrial Park to Morristown. The motorcade spent […]
White Pine School Open House “a la Mode”
This past Thursday, White Pine Middle and Elementary School hosted their annual open house to inform parents of what is occurring throughout the school year. The PTO, Parent Teacher Organization, addressed school fundraising including the fairly new 5K event. Last year, White Pine held a Cyclone Storm Run. However, this year the school is switching […]
