Kenneth Robert Winslow
Kenneth Robert Winslow of Jefferson City, TN passed away on March 18, 2021. He was 99 years old. He was born in Waterville, Maine on November 26, 1921 to Harrison and Ida Winslow. He is preceded in death by his wife, Mary Getchell Winslow and daughter, Susan Gayle Winslow. He graduated from the University of […]
Curtis Edward Owens
Curtis Edward Owens ,63, passed on March 20, 2021. He was born on June 15, 1957. His parents were Edward and Grace Owens. He married Katherine (Turner) Owens on September 24,1976 in Cocke County, TN. Together they raised their two sons: Joseph (Courtney) Owens, and Jonathan (Morgan) Owens. He additionally is survived by his beloved and cherished grandchildren: Symberlynn, […]
Amanda (Thuesen Lichlyter) Pack
Amanda (Thuesen Lichlyter) Pack It is with heavy hearts that Pete and Karen Thuesen share the passing of their daughter, Amanda (Thuesen Lichlyter) Pack. She is survived by family and friends, who will miss her dearly. Amanda died unexpectedly on March 25th, 2021 in Maryville, Tennessee. Following her graduation from the NASCAR Technical Institute in […]
Funding Denied For New Jefferson Elementary School
The Jefferson County Commission turned down a motion to fund a nearly $20 million dollar request from the Jefferson County Department of Education. Last week the Commission heard a proposal that would fund a new school to house Jefferson Elementary at the projected cost of $19,950,000. The projection included $16,927,495 for construction, a contingency of […]
Cool Cat Garfield
Henlo frens. Especially my biker frens. I am Garfield. I am a sweet cat with an original name for an orange cat. I’m so nice that I even let my hooman frens dress me up for their fun and games. I did not enjoy it one bit. But I do thinks that I look cool. […]
Here is Magica!
Henlo frens. My name is Magica. I lived on the streets for a long long time. So when I arrived at the shelter I was so. scared. I hid all day and had to woof at everyone who tried to help me. It took some time but now I trust them and love them. I […]
Republican leaders continue to advance Constitutional Carry
Constitutional Carry legislation is continuing to move through the House, passing the Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee on Wednesday. House Bill 786 allows Tennesseans to exercise their constitutional right to defend themselves and their families while cracking down on criminals who steal guns or possess them illegally. The bill also includes sentencing enhancements and increases […]
David Crockett to be honored with statue on Capitol grounds
Legislation honoring Tennessee legend David Crockett with a statue on the Capitol grounds passed the House on Monday. The General Assembly created the David Crockett Commission in 2012, tasking them with the responsibility of finding a home for a statue of David Crockett on the grounds of the Capitol. House Bill 220 designates the desired […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Meeting, April 1, 2021
NOTICE OF MEETING The Jefferson County Board of School Commissioners Work Session 5:30 PM Business Session to follow work session. Thursday, April 1, 2021 Jefferson County Courthouse Social distancing will be to the greatest extent possible. Dr. Shane Johnston, Director Jefferson County Schools
JOHNNY C. SHAVER
JOHNNY C. SHAVER, age 78, of Talbott, TN passed away March 17, 2021. He was retired from Jefferson City Public Works with 23 years of service. He was a loving father and grandfather to his family. Preceded by wife, Delores Shaver; parents, Conney Shaver and Catherine Bible Griffin; sisters, Margaret Shaver and Sherri Decker; brother, […]
Ronald Duane Spire
Ronald Duane Spire, age 87, of Dandridge, Tennessee went home to be with his Lord on Tuesday, March 16, 2021. He was a member of French Broad Church of the Brethren, where he had served as pastor for several years. He also had served churches in upper East Tennessee, Virginia and North Carolina. He retired […]
Velma Ruth Stump
Velma Ruth Stump – Lane 79, of Morristown, Tn. passed away Saturday March 20, 2021 surrounded with family by her side. Velma gave her heart to the Lord at a young age and rededicated her life back in 2014 and spoke of her faith and trust in him throughout her remaining years! She was a […]
James Michael Shelton Pleads Guilty To Aggravated Kidnapping and Domestic Assault
James B. Dunn, District Attorney General for the Fourth Judicial District, announces that on March 15, 2021, James Michael Shelton pleaded guilty to Aggravated Kidnapping and Aggravated Domestic Assault in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County, Tennessee. The Honorable Judge Duane Slone sentenced the defendant to serve eight years in the Tennessee Department of Correction […]
March is Extension Month in Tennessee
Over the past couple of weeks, you might have noticed several signs with the 4-H clover and UT Extension logos scattered across the entire county. This is a part of this year’s activities to promote Extension in our local area. Our office covers many topic areas including 4-H Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, as […]
Bonnie Jean Cate
Bonnie Jean Cate, age 94 of Kodak, TN passed away on Sunday, March 14, 2021 at Life Care Center of Jefferson City, TN. She was a member of Beech Springs Baptist Church but in her later years she attended Paw Paw Hollow Baptist Church. She was a devoted wife and mother and a proud grandmother […]