Tennessee Department of Education Introducedes New State-level Accountability Process
The Tennessee Department of Education has introduced a new state-level accountability process, marking a significant departure from previous evaluation methods. Unveiled for the first time, this accountability system will be applied retroactively to generate school report cards for the 2022-2023 academic year. District and school leaders were only made aware of these substantial changes in […]
Dandridge Reindeer Run 1K Walk/Run Spreads Christmas Cheer for a Worthy Cause
The spirit of Christmas was alive and well in Historic Downtown Dandridge on December 2, 2023, as the community came together for the Dandridge Reindeer Run 1K Walk/Run. This festive event, held through the charming streets of Dandridge, was not only a celebration of the holiday season but also a heartwarming initiative to support the […]
Pilot Travel Centers LLC, General Motors and EVgo Open First EV Station at Pilot Travel Center White Pine, TN
Pilot Travel Centers LLC, General Motors and EVgo Make Convenient, Accessible Charging a Reality with Opening of First Stations in Coast-to-Coast EV Charging Network At least 25 locations offering 100 fast charging stalls by end of year; approximately 200 locations targeted by end of 2024 Pilot and Flying J travel centers feature 24/7 amenities, including […]
Mira Denton of White Pine Wins National Annual Innovation in Computer Science Education Awards
December 4, 2023 – Cognizant and Teach For America have announced the winners of the third annual Cognizant Innovation in Computer Science Education Awards. These awards, granted at the school level and the broader systems level, recognize outstanding educators and individuals advocating for and expanding access to PK-12 computer science education across the United States. […]
Jefferson County Commission Takes Bold Stance Calling For Repeal Of Governor’s “Emergency Powers” Statute
By David Seal [Special to The Tennessee Conservative] – Previously published in The Tennessee Conservative Jefferson County Commission has stated its expectation that Tennessee government operate within constitutional boundaries with special emphasis on the executive branch. This expectation was recently expressed in Resolution 2023-47. In calendar year 2000 when the Tennessee legislature was controlled by […]
Letter To The Editor Tennova – Jefferson City Government Seizing Land Owned by Tax Paying Businesses and Misuse of our Tax Dollars
Dear community stakeholders, We are asking for your help with a serious matter and want to share with you more insight into recent media stories you may have seen about the City’s desire for land our hospital owns. Earlier this year, in response to queries from the City, we expressed our willingness to sell a […]
Jefferson County Commission Makes Resolution Supporting State Sovereignty Legislation, Other Counties Urged to Follow
By David Seal [Special to The Tennessee Conservative] – As published previously in “The Tennessee Conservative“ The Jefferson County Commission has set a standard for other county legislative bodies to follow in their making of a resolution to support state sovereignty. Specifically, Resolution 2023-48 suggests that House Bill 726 / Senate Bill 1092, proposed by Representative Bud Hulsey and Senator […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) and Morristown Utilities (MU) Forge New Chapter in Clean Energy Partnership
At the end of October, both the Morristown Utilities (MU) Board and the Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) Board approved the Notice to Proceed Resolutions for a 25-Megawatt solar generation facility in Jefferson County. MU and AEC have entered this joint agreement with Dancing Horse, LLC to secure the project. General Manger and Executive Vice President […]
Happy Veterans Day for Area Vets
Jefferson County Schools hosted breakfast and lunch get-togethers throughout the county to celebrate and honor veterans, thanking them for their service.
Wreaths Across America Announces 2023 Escort to Arlington Route
What has become known as the country’s longest veterans’ parade – Wreaths Across America’s annual “Escort to Arlington” – kicks off on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023. The official route, which can be viewed here, will travel down the East Coast, stopping at schools, memorials, and other locations along the way to spread the year-long mission to REMEMBER the […]
No Trash November Aims to Remove 50,000 Pounds of Litter from Roadways
The Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) Nobody Trashes Tennessee announces its third annual No Trash November, a month-long statewide initiative encouraging Tennesseans to participate in cleanup events in their communities. Last year’s campaign included 95 events with over 1,300 volunteers who collected more than 48,000 pounds of litter from the state’s roadways. “Litter on our public roads is detrimental […]
Jefferson County Emergency Medical Services Visits Jefferson Academy’s Life Skills class
Jefferson County Emergency Medical Services, Deputy Director, Melissa Cotter visited Jefferson Academy’s Life Skills class on October 23, 2023, to Educate students about job responsibilities of EMS (Emergency Medical Services) professionals and the harmful effects of substance abuse. Jefferson County E.M.S. professionals play a crucial role in providing immediate medical care during emergencies, and it’s […]
Jefferson County Commission Votes Down (18-2) DOE’s Amendment To Fund Allied Behavioral Health
Jefferson County Department of Education will have to find another revenue source to fund it’s contract with Allied Behavioral Health which is a mental health contractor that is housed in Jefferson County Schools. Allied has been the topic of discussion for several months, as some parents, citizens and elected officials have expressed concerns regarding the […]
Wheel Tax Fails In County Commission Vote
Jefferson County Commissioners declined to find a super majority to keep the wheel tax in place after it’s sunset in April 2024. The vote fell one vote short of the 14 needed to extend the current wheel tax, with 13 voting in favor, 7 in opposition and one absent. Revenues from the wheel tax account […]
