Garland P. McCoig
Garland P. McCoig, Age 92, of Dandridge, Tennessee, passed away with his family by his side on Monday, July 11, 2022. He fought a hard battle with his health after being preceded in death by the love of his life and life-long companion for 72 years, Lois Franklin McCoig. They enjoyed a long inseparable life […]
EVALYNE A. BALES
EVALYNE A. BALES, age 91, of Knoxville, TN passed away peacefully on July 11, 2022, in Knoxville. She graduated from the University of Tennessee in 1952 and spent her life as a homemaker. She always supported family and friends in times of need, regardless of the personal cost. From sponsoring a Vietnamese refugee family in […]
MARY PAMELA “PAM” HILL
MARY PAMELA “PAM” HILL, age 73 of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday evening July 9, 2022, following an extended illness. She was born and raised in Nashville, TN the daughter of the late Harry and Mai (McIntosh) Maxwell. Pam was a graduate of the University of Tennessee where she was a member of the Kappa […]
Consumer Alert: Scam Home Warranty Letters
The Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) in the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office is warning homeowners about a home warranty scam. The letter urges Tennessee homeowners to purchase a home warranty claiming the current home warranty “may be expiring or may have already expired.” Each letter contains the same claim, even if the homeowner has never purchased a […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Meeting, July 21, 2022
NOTICE OF MEETING Board of School Commissioners Thursday, July 21, 2022 Work Session 5:30 PM with Business Session to follow. Historic Courthouse Dr. Shane Johnston, Director Jefferson County Schools
VITAL POLICY – Social Media Hampers Constitutional Education Efforts in Tennessee and Beyond
Nashville, Tennessee based 917 Society distributes pocket copies of the United States Constitution and related educational materials free of charge to eighth grade students in all 50 states. The organization has hundreds of volunteers and operates primarily on donations from patriotic people. Publicity is important to securing donations, recruiting volunteers, and contacting educators. However, getting […]
New Market’s Gray Graduates U.S. Merchant Marine Academy
Elias Hilaire Gray of New Market recently graduated from the United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA) at Kings Point, NY. Gray earned a Bachelor of Science degree and a commission in the U. S. armed forces. He also earned a Merchant Marine officer license in the U.S. flag merchant marine, qualifying him to serve as […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Commission and Committee Meeting Schedule for July 2022
PUBLICE NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all Budget Committee members, Nominating Committee members, Animal Control Oversight Board members, Long Range Planning Committee members, Facilities Committee members, County Commissioners, Jefferson County Residents, and all others who may be interested that the following meetings have been scheduled. Long Range Planning Committee: July 8th at 9:00 A.M. […]
Happy 4th of July
Today is the biggest summer holiday for most Americans, with many celebrating with parades, BBQs, fireworks, and neighborhood block parties. Take the day to remember the sacrifices of the brave men and women who found the country, as well as those millions who fight to keep America the nation that it is. Happy Fourth of […]
Protect Your Pet’s Feet From Heat
86 degrees becomes 135 on asphalt In the absence of any wind and in direct sunlight, asphalt surfaces can reach 125 degrees, when the air temperature is only 77 degrees, according to Dr. James Berens work on thermal contact burns published in 1970 in the Journal of the American Medical Association. At 86 degrees, the […]
TDOT Unveils New Hotline to Address Potholes and other Roadway Maintenance Issues
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is launching a new hotline for drivers to report potholes and other maintenance issues that may be considered roadway safety hazards. “We all know it’s been a terrible year for potholes and here at TDOT we are always looking for ways to improve our customer service,” said Commissioner Butch […]
Boat Auction at Swann’s Marina and Campground!
Boat Auction at Swann’s Marina and Campground! 2515 Swann’s Marina Rd. Dandridge, TN 37725. July 11th, 2022 from 10am to 5pm. 30ft 1995 Sea Ray 300 Sun Dancer. This boat does NOT come with a trailer.
Gov. Bill Lee Statement on Dobbs Ruling
Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee released the following statement on the United States Supreme Court’s ruling on Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization and shared critical information about current Tennessee law. “Today’s landmark Supreme Court decision marks the beginning of a hopeful, new chapter for our country,” said Gov. Lee. “After years of heartfelt prayer and thoughtful […]
U.S. Supreme Court Strikes Down NY Law Restricting Concealed Carry – Justice Thomas “2nd Amendment Not A Second Class Right”
In a landmark case Thursday, June 23, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled (6-3) in NYSRPA v. Bruen in favor of Gun Owner rights and more clearly defines 2nd Amendment Rights. Justice Thomas noted in his opinion: ” The constitutional right to bear arms in public for self defense is not “a second-class right, subject […]
VITAL POLICY – OPINION – SOCIAL EMOTIONAL LEARNING (SEL), a Slippery Slope of Questionable Education Practices Has Arrived in Jefferson County, Tennessee
This article is intended as a dire warning of how Social and Emotional Learning (SEL) is sweeping across the nation, infecting public schools with objectionable and controversial materials and practices, how it is presented to school officials and parents, the methods employed by SEL practitioners, lobbyists, and special interest groups, and most importantly what SEL […]