Mental Health Month Offers New Opportunity to be Open and Honest
Around the world and right here in Tennessee, we celebrate May as Mental Health Month. After the last year, the opportunity to pause, reflect, and evaluate our own mental health and that of the people in our lives has never been more important. “How are you doing today?” It’s a question we asked each other […]
JACK RUSSELL
JACK RUSSELL, age 88, of Strawberry Plains, TN passed away May 12, 2021. He was preceded in death by his parents, George Ben and Stella Russell, and brother, William E. (Bill) Russell. He is survived by his wife of 56 years, Adele Huffaker Russell; brothers, Leroy (Louise) Russell of Hunstville, AL, Oren (Selma Rhea) Russell […]
THOMAS “TOMMY” PATRICK PARTON
THOMAS “TOMMY” PATRICK PARTON, age 64 and formerly of Sevierville, TN, passed away May 11, 2021 in Knoxville, TN. Tommy had a deep love for motorcycles and spent many hours cruising on his Harley Davidson. He was also a roofer for over 20 years and owned and operated A&T Siding. Tommy is preceded in death […]
SAMUEL R. COLLEY
SAMUEL R. COLLEY, age 78, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on May 11, 2021. He was retired from ASARCO. Preceded in death by daughter, Kristi Colley; parents, Sam and Willie Colley; step-mother, Ruby Colley; grandmother, Julie Daniels. He is survived by his wife, Viola Colley; daughter, Susan Colley; sisters, Darlene Alvis and Melinda (Ed) […]
Patricia Ann Allen
Patricia Ann Allen born May 21, 1953 departed to her Heavenly home on May 9. 2021. Patricia was a loving and selfless lady, who loved the Lord. She enjoyed spending quality time with her family and friends. Patricia is preceded in death by her parents Charles and Francis Branner, son David Johnson, daughter Cleo Johnson, […]
ROBYN BARBEE MALONE
ROBYN BARBEE MALONE, age 65, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Sunday, May 9, 2021. She was the secretary at the National Weather Service in Morristown for 26 years. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert and Frances Barbee of Jefferson City. She is survived by her husband of 42 years, Gary Malone; […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Commission Special Called Budget Committee Meeting, May 10, 2021
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all Jefferson County residents, County Commissioners, and all other persons who might be interested that the following date has been set for the Jefferson County Budget Committee meeting on May 10, 2021 at 6:00 p.m., inclement weather and COVID-19 pending. This special called meeting is for the purpose of approving […]
Michael S. Sumner
Michael S. Sumner, age 74 of Dandridge, passed away on May 5, 2021 at his home surrounded by family and loved ones. Mike is survived by his three daughters, Mary Bass, Michelle Murdock and Amanda Parks. He also leaves behind 7 grandchildren, Adam Harris, Megan Hightower, Matthew Murdock, Anthony Murdock, Luke Parks, Phillip Parks, William […]
Sarah Ianita Least
Sarah Ianita Least, age 88 of Dandridge, passed away on May 5, 2021. Sarah was born in LeRoy, NY to the late Raymond Sr. and Rose Ianello Ianita on May 21, 1932. Sarah and Frank Least were married on September 3, 1955. Together, they raised two sons and a daughter. Sarah last worked at Lapp […]
Janet Sue Smith-Stanley
Janet Sue Smith-Stanley – On Wednesday, May 5, 2021 our beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, 73 year old Janet Sue Smith-Stanley, formerly of Goody, Kentucky went home to be with the Lord. There she is reunited with her parents, Edna Mae and Willie Smith, siblings, David and Ralph Smith, and countless family and friends. […]
Dewel Dean Edwards
Dewel Dean Edwards, of Jefferson City, TN, passed away on May 4, 2021, at the age of 84 after a battle with cancer. He was a loving husband, father, and grandfather and will be greatly missed by his family. Dewel was born in Claiborne Co, TN in 1936, the youngest of five children. After graduating […]
Students Asked To Keep American Flags Out Of Sight By School Admin – Director Johnston Issues Apology, Clears Students Of Any Violations
In a statement issued by Dr. Shane Johnston, Director of Jefferson County Schools – Thursday, April 29 information came to the office of the Director of Schools concerning a student allegedly being suspended for displaying the American Flag. My office immediately began to investigate and discovered an incident had occurred between two students and an […]
VITAL POLICY – Getting Jefferson County’s Financial House In Order – A Path To Providing Better Education Services
My 5th Grade teacher, Nancy Jones, always gave her students sound advice, especially in the areas of life, respect, and humility. If you are going to criticize someone, she would say, at least be willing to suggest a better plan or be willing to listen to the ideas of others. We have a set of […]
VITAL POLICY – Getting Jefferson County’s Financial House In Order – A Path To Providing Better Education Services
My 5th Grade teacher, Nancy Jones, always gave her students sound advice, especially in the areas of life, respect, and humility. If you are going to criticize someone, she would say, at least be willing to suggest a better plan or be willing to listen to the ideas of others. We have a set of […]
Governor and Commissioner Release Transportation Improvement Plan for 2022-2024
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee and Tennessee Department of Transportation Commissioner Clay Bright today released TDOT’s annual three-year transportation program, featuring approximately $2.6 billion in infrastructure investments for 68 individual project phases in 45 counties across the state. The program supports Gov. Lee’s first Executive Order by funding work on 58 highway and bridge projects in […]
Tennessee Strawberry Season is Here
With warm spring days in the forecast, Tennessee farms will quickly have fields turning red with juicy and sweet strawberries. If you are looking for the freshest berries, head straight to the farm. “Tennesseans are always looking to enjoy time with friends and family,” Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. said. “Since it’s strawberry season, a visit […]