UPDATED COVERAGE of OPEN RECORDS SUIT
Fourteen Jefferson County residents filed suit in Chancery Court on Thursday, October 24, 2013, seeking access to meetings and records for the Economic Development Oversight Committee (EDOC) in Jefferson County. The suit alleges that EDOC has taken the funding and function of an arm of the government and, therefore, is subject to the same Open […]
Playing It Safe On Halloween
With the Halloween season quickly approaching, it’s important to keep in mind safety measures. When taking the little ones, or even the not-so-little ones, out to trick-or-treat, it pays to be cautious. Many people don’t put much thought into where they will be going to trick-or-treat,however, by sitting down with your little witch or goblin […]
Familiar Sight on Hwy 92
Travelers in Jefferson County may recognize a familiar dip in the road, while navigating the south bound lane of North Hwy 92 between Jefferson City and Dandridge. A significant dip in the road has redeveloped and has been the source of concern for those that drive that portion of the highway regularly. Several months ago, […]
BREAKING NEWS! – Multiple Citizens File Suit For Open Records
A group of citizens has filed a complaint in Chancery Court seeking a declaration that the Jefferson County Economic Development Oversight Committee (EDOC) is subject to the requirements of the Open Meetings Act and the Public Records Act. The Complaint was filed on Thursday, October 24, 2013, in Jefferson County and names the members of […]
Jefferson County Commission – Be There or Be Square
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Voting Meeting on October 21, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Patterson. With a Motion from Commissioner Akard and 2nd from Commissioner Kesterson the Minutes were Approved. With a Motion […]
IDB – Local incentives to attract economic growth
The Jefferson County Industrial Development Board met on Tuesday, October 22, 2013 in the Jefferson County Health Department. The Meeting was Called to Order by Board Chairman Masters. Present for Roll Call were Board Members Keck, Worley, Kisabeth, Jenkins and Shelton. With a Motion from Kisabeth and 2nd from Keck the Minutes were Approved. The […]
Jefferson County Landfill Options Subject of Audit Committee Meeting
The Jefferson County Audit Committee met on Monday, October 31, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call was Committee Member Griffith. Previous Meeting Minutes were Approved with a Motion from Committee Member Estes and 2nd from Committee Member Jett. Waste Connections […]
Jefferson City Library Phillips Completes First Year of Public Library Management Program
Jefferson City Public Library would like to congratulate Mrs. Donna Phillips, Assistant Library Director, for being accepted and successfully completing the first year of The Public Library Management Program. Mrs. Phillips is one of twenty-four (24) Library directors/branch managers to be accepted into this Public Library Institute. This is an intensive training program that increases […]
Coming November 7th – 21st Annual Jefferson County High School Night of the Patriots 2013
Night of the Patriots 2013 is a patriotic celebration that showcases student talent and honors local veterans for their many contributions to our nation, including our freedom and national security. The celebration includes a 90 minute show on Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 PM in the Jefferson County High School Gym. Performances by the Patriot […]
Preparing For Cold Days Ahead
The leaves are changing and pumpkins are adorning many homes, which mean that cold weather is on the horizon. While it is still warm enough outside to do some much needed preparation, the center for disease control suggests that now is the time to check some items off your winter preparation checklist. According to the […]
Stink Bugs – Pests to home owners and local farmers
The recent infestation of what is commonly known as “stink bugs” is becoming an annoyance among both home owners and local farmers. The annoying insects are formally known as Halyomorpha halys or the brown marmorated stink bug. The bug is a native to Asia and was introduced in the United States in the 1990s. Most […]
Nominating Committee Continues To Seek Citizen Representation for Conservation Board
The meeting of the Jefferson County Nominating Committee was called to order on October 15, 2013 in the Jury Room of the Historic Courthouse located in Dandridge, TN. Present were Committee Members Solomon, Estes, Turner, Sheets, Patterson, Scarlett, Musick and Chairman Tucker. The current agenda without corrections was approved as prepared. Approval of minutes dating […]
Department Head Presence Heated Topic at County Commission Work Session
The Jefferson County Commission met for a Work Session on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Maples, Blevins, Barriero and Cureton. No Citizens were present to address a rezoning request from general commercial to agricultural […]
Facilities Committee Considers Rural Clinic Building Ownership
The Jefferson County Facilities Committee met on Tuesday, October 15, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Turner. Absent from Roll Call was Committee Member Tabor. Upon a Motion from Committee Member Griffith and 2nd from Committee Member Carmichael the Agenda was Approved. With a Motion […]
Jefferson County Budget Committee
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Tuesday, October 15, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Absent from Roll Call were Committee Members Cureton, Blevins and Maples. Jefferson County Finance Director Helton presented the Committee with 9 amendments for consideration. County General Fund 101, […]
Oak Grove Community Puts Out Plea For Controlled Growth
Concern has arisen in the Oak Grove Community, near exit 424 in Dandridge, regarding an extension of the Dandridge growth boundary lines to include their community. The Town of Dandridge has expressed interest in expanding their growth boundaries in that direction for several years and, recently, the Urban Growth Committee for Jefferson County approved the […]
