FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL SCHEDULE
On Friday, August 8th, Jefferson County High School students will attend school until 10:30. They will meet in their homerooms beginning at 8:20. At Patriot Academy, students will report to the gym upon arriving there. When sophomores arrive at the main campus, they will report to the lower level of the gymnasium for orientation. Juniors […]
Citizens Make Permanent Commitment to Support Good Health in Jefferson County with $12.3 Million Endowment at East Tennessee Foundation
In January, the Jefferson Memorial Foundation board of directors and the Jefferson City and Jefferson County governments voted to establish the Jefferson Memorial Foundation Fund (JMFF) at East Tennessee Foundation (ETF). The purpose of the fund is to provide a permanent resource that supports the good health of Jefferson County citizens. With approval in June […]
July 31 Officially Billy Mitchell Day In Jefferson County
After a long career in public service for Jefferson County, Billy Mitchell has retired. Mitchell is a veteran employee with 39 years of dedication to the people of Jefferson County, as well as his fellow co workers, and they were pleased to be able to send him off with a luncheon on Thursday, Billy’s last […]
Early Voting Closes Low – August 7, 2014 Last Chance To Pull Levers
Twenty one County Commission seats are up for appointment in the August 7, 2014 election cycle. Beyond the unopposed positions, the office of Jefferson County Mayor is also contested and judicial retention is a hot topic in some areas of the State, through it doesn’t seem to be driving voters to the polls in Jefferson […]
“Basketball Doesn’t Build Character, It Reveals It”
Jefferson County High School longtime Assistant Basketball Coach John Hill unexpectedly passed away on Sunday, July 27, 2014. Hill was a life long native of Jefferson County where he was a member of the Dandridge community. Born on May 6, 1945, John and his late brother, Edd, resided for many years with his Aunt Daisy […]
Early Voter Turnout Struggling
Despite the fervor that accompanied the May Primary Election, Jefferson County has had a less than stellar start to the August 7, 2014 General Election. While the General Election historically does not pull in the voters like a Primary Election, according to numbers provided by the Tennessee Secretary of State, Jefferson County was trailing its […]
Please Share The Roadways With Our Farmers
East Tennessee is known for its rolling hills and fertile land. Though the face of the region has changed in the past few decades, it is still largely rural and farming is still a viable part of the local economy. Regardless of the nature of the farmer, either working the land full time as his […]
Industrial Development Board – Property Owners Express Interest In Optioning To IDB
The Jefferson County Industrial Board met on Friday, July 25, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman Masters. Absent from Roll Call were Board Members Snodgrass, Shelton and Kisabeth. With a Motion from Board Member Keck and 2nd from Jenkins the Minutes were Approved. The Financial Report, […]
Director Edmonds Pushes To Assure School Will Start On Time At JCHS
The Jefferson County School Board met on Thursday, July 24, 2014 at the Patriot Academy. The meeting was Called to Order by Chairman Potts. Absent from Roll Call were Board Members Vines and Rogers. With a Motions from Board Members Jarnigan/Lowery and Jarnigan/Bradley the Agenda and Consent Agenda were Approved. No teachers, students or citizens […]
$2.35 Property Tax Rate for Fiscal Year 2014-2015; Commission Honors Billie Jean Chambers
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Quarterly Session on Monday, July 21, 2104 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Baxley and Tucker. Commissioner Dockery exited at recess. No citizens requested to speak at the Public Hearing on […]
State Representative Jeremy Faison Joins With Secretary Of State To Announce Tennessee Honor Vote Program
State Representative Jeremy Faison (R–Cosby) joined with Tennessee’s Secretary of State this week to officially announce the Honor Vote Program for 2014. The Tennessee Honor Vote program gives Tennesseans the opportunity to dedicate their vote to active-duty military personnel and veterans. The program was an overwhelming success in 2012, having received nearly 3,500 submissions. For […]
Bill Jarnigan Announces Bid For Re-Election To School Board
Bill Jarnigan is announcing his bid for re election to the Jefferson County School Board. As an eight year veteran of the Jefferson County School Board, Bill has been supportive of the Building Program and was instrumental in the naming of Mount Horeb School in honor of the community. Bringing the red light to the […]
Commission Work Session Preview For Budget Voting Meeting
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Work Session on Monday, July 14, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Tabor, Barreiro, Cureton, Patterson and Kesterson. Three Citizens appeared before the Commission. Two requested funding for the Jefferson County […]
Committee Corrects Error – Gives Preliminary Ok On Finance Office Purchase
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Monday, July 14, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Absent from Roll Call was Committee Member Cureton. In for Cureton was Committee Member Turner. A public hearing concerning the 2014-2015 fiscal year budget preceded the business meeting. […]
Beeler announces run for re-election in Jefferson County, 10th District
“Robert W. “Bob” Beeler, County Commissioner for Jefferson County’s 1oth District has announced his candidacy for re-election. A four-term incumbent, Beeler is known for his conservative and common sense approach to local government.” “It has certainly been an honor and privilege to represent the people of the 10th District of Jefferson County on County Commission […]
Fain Announces Candidacy for Republican Committeewoman
Betty Fain has announced her candidacy for Republican State Executive Committeewoman in the 8th State Senate District; including Claiborne, Grainger, Hancock, Hawkins, Jefferson, and Union County. Betty was born and raised in Jefferson County where she has been actively involved in Republican politics throughout her adult life. She has held numerous positions over the years […]
