Randy Rogers New JCHS High School Principal Announced By DOE
Jefferson County Department of Education is proud to announce that Mr. Randy Rogers has been named Principal of Jefferson County High School. This announcement follows the completion of interviews over the last few weeks. Applicants included candidates from within Jefferson County Schools, other parts of Tennessee, and outside the state. “During the interview process, Mr. […]
Vital Policy – Jefferson County and City of Farragut Make Resolutions Expressing Concerns Over 5G Small Cell Installations, State Legislation Pending
What do the governments of Farragut and Jefferson County, Tennessee have in common, two seemingly unlike jurisdictions? In addition to the typical tax and public service issues that all municipalities grapple with, that would be the safety and property rights concerns of 5G small cell support structure installations in public rights of way, as well […]
Vital Policy – Jefferson County and City of Farragut Make Resolutions Expressing Concerns Over 5G Small Cell Installations, State Legislation Pending
What do the governments of Farragut and Jefferson County, Tennessee have in common, two seemingly unlike jurisdictions? In addition to the typical tax and public service issues that all municipalities grapple with, that would be the safety and property rights concerns of 5G small cell support structure installations in public rights of way, as well […]
Consumer Price Index Increases 0.4 percent in February
The Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) increased 0.4 percent in February on a seasonally adjusted basis after rising 0.3 percent in January, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Over the last 12 months, the all items index increased 1.7 percent before seasonal adjustment. The gasoline index continued to increase, rising […]
Peggy Sue Kertis
Peggy Sue Kertis, 83, born May 21, 1937, daughter of Leslie Bell Leibenguth and Florence Irene Kimbro, of Eldorado, Illinois went peacefully to be with the Lord on March 8, 2021. Her husband Edward Kertis predeceased her, November 2, 2020. She is survived by her four children: Edmund Lee Kertis, Kimberly Kathern Kertis, Michael Kertis […]
HEUPEL INTRODUCES EXPERIENCED DEFENSIVE STAFF
With two more weeks of strength and conditioning leading up to the start of spring practice, Tennessee head football coach Josh Heupel formally introduced his new defensive staff on Monday afternoon. The staff includes defensive coordinator Tim Banks, outside linebackers coach and special teams coordinator Mike Ekeler, defensive line coach Rodney Garner, linebackers coach Brian Jean-Mary and secondary coach Willie Martinez. The defensive […]
NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS’ RIGHTS EVENT
District Attorney General James B. Dunn invites you to participate in honoring and remembering victims of violent crime. Due to the ongoing COVID 19 pandemic we will not be able to have our normal in person ceremony. This year we will be creating a photo banner to display in the memory garden. We invite you […]
Tennessee State Constitution Transferred To New Home
Tennessee’s founding documents were transported to the new Tennessee State Library and Archives (TSLA) with much fanfare and a parade in Nashville this week. Secretary of State Tre Hargett led the procession escorted by the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP), THP Honor Guard and Tennessee National Guard color guard who transported the state’s three constitutions from […]
Tennova Healthcare Introduces New Heart Device That May Reduce the Risk of Stroke
Tennova Healthcare recently became the first hospital in East Tennessee to offer patients with non-valvular atrial fibrillation (AFib) an alternative to long-term blood thinners with the next generation left atrial appendage closure device. The one-time procedure may reduce the risk of stroke in people with AFib not caused by a heart valve problem. The Tennova […]
BXTN – Builders Exchange of Tennessee Awards Grant To Jefferson County CTE Tiny House Project
Jefferson County CTE department was awarded a grant in the amount of $11, 711.00 from BXTN – Builders Exchange of Tennessee to fund completion and finishing of Tiny House project. The project is designed and built by Stephen Strange’s Structural Systems and Matthew Barrett’s HVAC and MEPS (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Systems). Other classes and […]
Ernest Long
Ernest Long (78) of Newport, Tn. went home to be with the Lord March 3, 2021 after an extended illness. Ernest originally from Bulls Gap, Tn was born on September 11, 1942. He worked for Lensing Fiber for fifteen years, where he retired. He is preceded in death by his father; Ernest H Newt Long […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Special Called Jefferson County Commission Work Session Meeting, March 15, 2021 and Voting Meeting, Meeting, March 22, 2021
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all Jefferson County residents, and other persons who might be interested that a Special Called Jefferson County Commission (work session) will meet March 15th, 2021 at 6:30 P.M. and (Voting Session) March 22nd at 6:30 P.M. to discuss funding considerations for a new school at the Jefferson County […]
New Market Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Team 10th Annual Easter Parade and Easter Egg Hunt
The New Market Volunteer Fire Department and Rescue Team is in the planning stages of our 10th Annual Easter Parade and Easter Egg Hunt to be held on Saturday April 03,2021. The event will kick off with a parade which will line up on the Old A.J. Highway at Lost Creek Golf Club at 12:00 […]
Jefferson County Public Library System Board Of Trustees Meeting, March 11, 2021
The Jefferson County Public Library System Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, March 11, 2021, at 6 p.m. To protect the health of everyone and in accordance with state law, this meeting will be held via Zoom. Anyone wishing to participate should contact one of the Jefferson County libraries to obtain the necessary information and […]
Upcoming Single-lane Closures on the Spur for Tree Removal, March 9, 2021
Great Smoky Mountains National Park officials announced that Russell Tree crews will implement temporary, single-lane closures along the Spur for tree removal beginning Tuesday, March 9 at 7:00 a.m. through Friday, March 12 at 12:00 p.m. The roadway between Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge will remain open, but motorists should expect delays. Crews will begin operations […]
Come Walk with the Tri-County Trailblazers
Do you like walking outdoors? Are you looking for a simple way to get some physical activity? Well, there is a new group forming in Sevier, Jefferson, & Cocke Counties. Their mission is to provide walking opportunities that increase physical activity. Anyone is welcome to join, whether you are an avid walker, a beginner, or […]