New Reciprocal Fishing Agreements with Tennessee and Kentucky Now in Effect
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) is happy to announce anglers can once again use their Tennessee resident licenses to fish certain waters shared with Kentucky as new reciprocal agreements took effect Thursday, Oct. 16, 2025, following adjournment of the Kentucky Interim Joint Committee on Natural Resources and Energy. The reciprocal agreements had expired earlier […]
INVITATION TO BID – Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support
Request for Proposals: Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support Jefferson County Purchasing Dept. will be accepting sealed proposals for “Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support”. Full details of the RFP, specs, scope, and required documents can be found on the county website at www.jeffersoncountytn.gov/financedepartment. Sealed proposals should be clearly labeled “JC Ambulance Billing […]
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett Protecting the Vote in Tennessee: Uses Enhanced SAVE Program to Identify Ineligible Voters
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett today announced that his office has referred the names of 42 individuals identified as potential non‑U.S. Citizens who voted to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) for further review. These names were identified using the federal Systematic Alien Verification for Entitlements (SAVE) program, which has recently been enhanced to […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Meeting Dates, November & December, 2025
Notice of Meetings Board of School Commissioners Thursday, November 6, 2025 Business Meeting @ 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse Monday, November 24, 2025 Policy Committee Meeting 5:30 PM Work Session 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse Thursday, December 4, 2025 Business Meeting @ 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter […]
A Night of Holiday Harmony: Knoxville Symphony Chamber Orchestra Performs in Dandridge to Benefit the Dandridge Ministerial Association
The Knoxville Symphony Chamber Orchestra will bring the magic of live music to the James D. Swann Performing Arts Center at Jefferson County High School on Friday, December 5th at 7:00 p.m. This family-friendly concert promises an enchanting evening of classical and holiday favorites that will fill your heart with the spirit of the season. More than […]
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee Scales Support to Meet Need During Shutdown
Effective immediately, Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee has activated its emergency plan in response to growing nutrition access needs throughout our 18-county service area. Thanks to steadfast community support, all programs continue uninterrupted as we work to meet rising demand with compassion and resolve. Thousands of families across East Tennessee are facing uncertainty, […]
Federal Shutdown Threatens SNAP Benefits and Paychecks in Jefferson County
Federal Shutdown Threatens SNAP Benefits and Paychecks in Jefferson County As the federal government shutdown continues into November, thousands of Jefferson County residents face growing uncertainty over food assistance and paychecks. The most immediate impact will be felt by recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), with over 690,000 Tennesseans—including many in Jefferson County—at […]
Federal Shutdown Enters Fourth Week, Impacting Millions
As of October 28, 2025, the United States federal government has been partially shut down for 28 consecutive days, following the expiration of the Full-Year Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act on October 1. The impasse stems from partisan disagreements over federal spending levels, foreign aid rescissions, and health insurance subsidies. This marks the second-longest shutdown […]
Tennessee Announces Reintroduction Of Red-Cockaded Woodpecker…
TENNESSEE ANNOUNCES REINTRODUCTION OF RED-COCKADED WOODPECKER THROUGH PARTNERSHIP WITH TWRA, TDEC, & USFWS NASHVILLE — The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA), in partnership with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service (USFWS) have announced a plan to reintroduce the Red-cockaded Woodpecker (RCW), a species extirpated from […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Conservation Board Meeting, October 28, 2025
JEFFERSON COUNTY CONSERVATION BOARD TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28TH, 2025 9:00AM MAYORAL CONFERENCE ROOM AGENDA VOTING MEMBERS EX OFFICIO/NON-VOTING MEMBER Commissioner Jimmy Dale Patterson County Mayor, Mark Potts Commissioner Randy Bales Charles Crosby, Chair Bandi Hammer, Secretary Beth Nelson Call to Order Roll Call Prayer Pledge of Allegiance Appearance of Citizens Citizens who wish to address the […]
Early Detection is the Best Protection Against Breast & Lung Cancer
This October and November, the Tennessee Department of Health is promoting breast and lung cancer awareness with the annual Pink & Pearl Campaign. The campaign combines the pink ribbon, a recognized symbol for breast cancer awareness, with the pearl ribbon representing lung cancer awareness. While breast cancer is the most common new cancer in female […]
Gov. Lee Warns SNAP Customers to Expect Lapse in Benefits Due to Democrat-Led Federal Government Shutdown
Tennessee Governor Bill Lee warned Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) customers to expect a lapse in benefits on their cards beginning November 1, because Congressional Democrats have not voted to end the government shutdown. The longer Democrats wait to reopen the government, the more delays customers can expect as the program restarts. The SNAP program […]
W.D. Henry Elected As 8th District Commissioner By County Commission
The Jefferson County Commission held their regular voting meeting this week. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Lowe. Boy Scout Troop #76 from Jefferson City led the Pledge of Allegiance. A Hometown Hero honorary proclamation was given to the late Herbert G. Williams and was received by his family. Resolution 2025-59 honoring Terry Dockery for […]
INVITATION TO BID – Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support
Request for Proposals: Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support Jefferson County Purchasing Dept. will be accepting sealed proposals for “Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support”. Full details of the RFP, specs, scope, and required documents can be found on the county website at www.jeffersoncountytn.gov/financedepartment. Sealed proposals should be clearly labeled “JC Ambulance Billing […]