Town Of Dandridge Asks Businesses and Citizens To Follow Health Guidelines For COVID-19
The Town of Dandridge is requesting that all residents and visitors adhere to the Department of Health guidelines for social distancing of 6ft and limiting group numbers to 10 or less at gatherings. As the number of Coronavirus positive individuals continue to grow across the state, because we are uniquely placed at the 417 exit […]
Kevin Poe – Circuit Court Update
Until further notice, we will not be accepting payments at our window after 3pm on 3/20/2020. The office remains open and staff is processing court filings by email and fax. The office windows remain open. Orders of Protection can be filed at our office as normal. All other filings are encouraged to be done by […]
TWRA Announces Updated Closures, Cancellations
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency has announced an updated list of closures and cancellations. The announcement comes from the declared state of emergency by Governor Bill Lee to facilitate the treatment and containment of COVID-19: *The Tennessee Fish and Wildlife Commission meeting scheduled for March 27 has been cancelled. *All TWRA shooting ranges are closed […]
Agriculture Commissioner: We Are Committed to Food Safety and Supply
During this time of uncertainty, the Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) remains committed in our mission to safeguard your food and fiber and ensure equity in the marketplace. With our citizens and our employees in mind, TDA inspectors, administrators, and support staff continue to provide the services you count on while also following CDC guidelines […]
New State Resources For Employers and Employees Impacted by COVID-19
NASHVILLE – The Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development has new resources available for employers and employees impacted by the COVID-19 emergency. The Department revamped its website to put information and resources in a convenient form for Tennesseans to access. The website now has separate sections for employers, employees, frequently asked questions, and for information […]
In-person Photo Requirement to be Waived for Renewals and License Expiration Dates Extended Due to the COVID-19 Outbreak.
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security (TDOSHS) continues to monitor the COVID-19 outbreak closely. At this time, most State Driver Services Centers remain open and the Department is currently taking precautions to protect the health and safety of our customers and employees. To relieve as many customers as possible from needing to visit […]
INVITATION TO BID – Five Axis Water Table 4×4 CNC Plasma Cutting System
The Jefferson County Purchasing Department will be accepting sealed bids for the purchase and installation of one Five axis water table 4X4 CNC plasma cutting system for the school CTE Department. Minimum specifications are: Five axis water table 4X4 CNC plasma cutting system: 1) Pipe cutting attachment and accessories 2) Plasma Cutter and accessories 3) Cad/Cam/CNC software […]
United Way of Jefferson County Cancels Parade of Tables
Greetings to All: I regret to inform you that we have decided to cancel this year’s Parade of Tables which was to be held on Thursday, April 2, 2020.In light of the coronavirus pandemic and recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control and Tennessee Department of Health, our board decided it would be best to […]
Morristown Police Department
It is the goal of the Morristown Police Department to do our part to help reduce the spread of coronavirus. We will be changing several of our procedures and protocols temporarily. Some property crime reports will be taken by phone and initial follow-up by investigators may be done by telephone contact. Officers will try to […]
Medic Regional Blood Center – urging donors to continue to give blood and platelets amid COVID-19 outbreak.
MEDIC Regional Blood Center COVID-19 3.17.20 Update WHO: MEDIC Regional Blood Center WHAT: MEDIC Regional Blood Centeris urging donors to continue to give blood and platelets amid COVID-19 outbreak. WHEN: Immediate/Ongoing Need WHERE: MEDIC Regional Blood Center Donor Centers (Downtown Knoxville, Farragut, Athens and Crossville) Mobile Blood Drives List: www.medicblood.org WHY: MEDIC Regional Blood Center will continue to have […]
Carson-Newman University Classes and Residence Update
March 17, 2020 – Classes Carson-Newman will suspend all face to face instruction for the remainder of the semester. All courses will move to a distance education delivery model. Lecture courses as well as labs, studios, applied lessons, etc.) will move online where applicable or instructors will find alternative solutions. No face to face instruction for […]
FirstBank – temporarily suspending our branch lobby hours and remain open as drive thru only until further notice.
FirstBank is continuing to monitor the evolving circumstances related to Coronavirus (COVID-19). In line with our core value of “Do the Right Thing,” FirstBank is committed to doing our part as a good corporate citizen to help slow the spread of this virus. Effective Thursday, March 19, 2020 we will be temporarily suspending our branch lobby […]
Dining With Democrats Cancels April 3, 2020 Meeting
Due to the social distancing precaution issued by the Center for Disease Control as a result of the Coronavirus and because of our care and concern for all, the Jefferson County Democratic Party WILL NOT gather for our First Friday lunch on April 3. Hopefully, we will be able to enjoy lunch together again the first Friday […]
CARE
Effective today (March 17) through April 1, 2020 As a precautionary measure due to the rising concerns of the COVID- 19 pandemic we will be following the recommended NACA guidelines regarding shelter intake & adoptions. We will NOT be accepting animals at the shelter at this time. We encourage you to only contact animal control […]
Jefferson County Clerk Hours & Resources
FRANK C. HERNDON – JEFFERSON COUNTY CLERK MARCH 18, 2020 To continue to serve the public and maintain the health and safety of the public and staff as we endure with the COVID-19 pandemic, the Jefferson County Clerk’s office in compliance with CDC recommendations, urges citizens to refrain from visiting the office if possible and […]
Academics and Nutrition in Jefferson County Schools, Closure through April 3, 2020 – Dr. Shane Johnston, Director
Jefferson County Schools will be closed through Friday, April 3, 2020 due to the national emergency created by the coronavirus (Covid-19). ACADEMICS During this time the Jefferson County School System will be providing a list of academic resources available to parents and students. The purpose of these resource links is to keep the focus on […]