Arthur “Tom” Cole Leads Day 1 of TBF Bass Tournament on Douglas Lake
Arthur “Tom” Cole leads Day 1 of this weekend’s 2 day Tennessee Bass Federation, Eastern State Division Tournament, weighing in with 17.63 pounds. Today began the TBF bass tournament at Douglas Lake. The top six anglers from this weekend’s Eastern Division Tournament will join with the Western Tennessee State Tournament top anglers to form the […]
Ryleigh Fritz Crowned White Pine Homecoming Queen 2013
The 2013 White Pine Cyclone Homecoming Court was lead onto the field Tuesday night by Kayla Morgan, last year’s queen, and Principal Bill Walker. Representing the sixth grade were Reese Ratcliff and Morgan Webb. Seventh grade was represented by Kaity Fritz and Bailey Harrell. The eight grade homecoming queen representatives were eight graders Sarah Buttry, […]
Suit Filed Regarding Body Farm
The Jefferson County Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals met on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals Reneau. Present for Roll Call were Board Members Batson, Lakin, Shrader and Springfield. Minutes from the previous meeting were […]
JCHS Rocks The Vote
The Jefferson County Election Office was on hand Tuesday to register eligible students to vote. Students ages 18 or over were able to register to vote during their lunch break in the Commons Area of Jefferson County High School. The registration coincided with National Voter Registration Day and was a spotlight event promoted by Secretary […]
Mayor Palmieri Proclaims Constitution Week In Jefferson County
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri signed a Proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2013, Constitution Week in Jefferson County. September 17, 2013, marked the 226th anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America. Gloria Beauchamp, Regent, and Margaret Renner, Constitution Chairman of the Samuel Doak Chapter of the National Society of the American […]
Patriots Score Road Trip Victory Over Eagles 45-28
Jefferson County Patriots took to the road on Friday night looking for redemption and they found it on the Seymour Eagles field. Though the game play was hindered by penalties on both sides of the ball, the Patriots managed to overcome early mistakes that put 5 points on the board for the Eagles. After a […]
Flu Season Quickly Approaching
October is quickly approaching and with it the beginning of the flu season. According to Gail Harmon, Assistant Regional Director Department of Health-East Region, the typical influenza season begins as early as October and can continue through the middle of May. Generally, the peak of the season is in the cold weather months or January […]
Regional Favorite “Lost Creek Band” Packs Music On The Town
After a soggy second week for Music on the Town, the event recouped nicely on Thursday evening, as Lost Creek Band played to a large crowd. The band is a local favorite and it was evident by the number of music lovers that turned out to hear their Bluegrass renditions of some familiar tunes. There […]
Historical Hebron Church Re-Dedicated & Renovated
Hebron Presbyterian Church, a part of the Dumplin Valley community since its organization in 1875, recently received a face lift. The renovation to the historical building was courtesy of the hard work of the Hebron Church family and with the help of the community. In a re-dedication service on Sunday, September 15, 2013, members of […]
Smokies Signs Sister Park Arrangement with Thailand Park
Great Smoky Mountains National Park established its first Sister Park Arrangement with Khao Yai National Park in Thailand. Smokies Park Superintendent Dale Ditmanson and Khao Yai National Park Superintendent Krissada Homsud signed the Arrangement today at a ceremony at Park Headquarters. Although not exactly twins, the two parks share a number of similar resources and […]
Mayor Palmieri Proclaims Adult Education and Family Literacy Week
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri signed a Proclamation this week promoting Literacy in Jefferson County. Literacy is tied to success in the work place and the more literate the populous of an area, the better the economic outlook. Jefferson County and Cocke County have joined to promote adult education, in an effort to move toward a […]
Audit Committee – Finance Office Examines Post Landfill Closure Costs Owed By County
The Jefferson County Audit Committee met on Monday, September 16, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Mills. All Members were Present. Jefferson County Finance Director Helton informed the Committee that he had consulted with the Lamar Dunn Firm concerning a Committee request to determine if […]
Harvest Moon, One of the earliest signs of Fall
Though Wednesday was hump day for most people, this week it brought something special. The 2013 Harvest Moon made its appearance on September 18-19, lighting up the night sky like a pumpkin. September 22nd marks the Autumn Equinox and the Harvest Moon is the full moon that is closest to the Equinox. Though it was […]
Jefferson County Commission – Two New Members Appointed To IDB
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, September 16, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Commission Chairman Mill called the meeting to order. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Barreiro and Carmichael. With no opposing nominations, the previous Commission officers will serve another term (Mills-Chairman, Griffith-Vice Chair, Parliamentarian-Estes, Chaplin-Tabor). […]
JCHS vs Greeneville and Special Visit from 1983 Championship Team
Friday, September 13th, the Jefferson County Patriots faced off against the Greeneville Green Devils at Shannon Field. The Patriots were hoping to improve their record with Friday evening’s match up but could not find their groove and ended up posting a loss to the Green Devils. In the first quarter, Jefferson County won the toss […]
JCHS Dancers Get Pregame Help From Junior Dance Team
The Jefferson County High School Dance Team got a little help from their friends in the pregame show against Greeneville Friday from the Junior Dance Team.
