PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Audit Committee Meeting, March 24, 2020
PUBLIC NOTICE – NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners and residents of Jefferson County, TN, and to all other persons who might be interested, that the Jefferson County Audit Committee Meeting will meet Tuesday, March 24, 2020 at 5:30 P.M. at the Historical Jefferson County Courthouse 202 W. Main Street, Dandridge, TN, Main Courtroom. THIS NOTICE IS […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – CANCELLATION AND CLOSURE: Jefferson County Public Records Committee Meeting and Jefferson County Archive’s Office
PUBLIC NOTICE – NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners and residents of Jefferson County, TN, and to all other persons who might be interested, that the Jefferson County Public Records Committee Meeting for Friday, March 20, 2020 has been CANCELED at the Historical Jefferson County Courthouse 202 W. Main Street, Dandridge, TN. Also, the Jefferson County Archive’s […]
Governor Lee Issues Statement – “All Schools Expected to Close by Friday, March 20, 2020 at the Latest through March 31, 2020”
Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee issued the following statement regarding statewide school closure: “As the response to COVID-19 evolves, I urge every school district in Tennessee to close as soon as practically possible, with all schools expected to close by Friday, March 20, 2020 at the latest. Schools should remain closed through March 31, 2020 […]
All In-Person Proceedings In All State and Local Courts of Tennessee Suspended Through March 31, 2020 – Supreme Court Of Tennessee Order
Subsequent to the Supreme Court of Tennessee Order NO ADM2020-00428, All in-person proceedings in all state and local courts in Tennesse, including but not limited to municipal, juvenile, general sessions, trial and appellate courts, are suspended from the close of business March 13, 2020 through March 31, 2020, subject to exceptions. The exceptions are included […]
First Case Of Coronavirus Confirmed In Jefferson County, TN
The Tennessee Department of Heath released information today that Jefferson County, Tennessee has its first citizen that has tested positive for Covid-19 or, as it is more popularly known, the Coronavirus. While privacy policies prevent the identification of the Jefferson County resident, it has been confirmed that he/she is a retired international traveler and it […]
Budget Committee Considers Stips On Hospital Reserve Fund Use
The Jefferson County Budget Committee gave the nod to a satellite office for the County Clerk to allow easier access for those living in the Jefferson City area. According to Jefferson County Mayor Potts, the satellite office will be located inside the Jefferson City Walmart. County Clerk Herndon said that he expects to be able […]
Time to fix the mistakes
We all know the old saying that hindsight is 20/20. Well, that is all great and grand but wouldn’t it be nice if we could have a little foresight for once in Jefferson County. This week two more of the inmates at Mountain View Youth Development Center (or whatever ghillie name it is going by […]
Topic Of Merging Rush Strong and Piedmont Schools Packs Courthouse
The Jefferson County School Board met for their regular monthly meeting on Thursday, March 5, 2020. Rumors of a the potential closing of Rush Strong School and the merging of that student body with the Piedmont student body in a new building location, as well as the merging and closing of Talbott school and merging […]
Park Day at The Battle of Mossy Creek, Glenmore Mansion, April 4, 2020
Beginning at 9 am On Saturday April 4th, 2020 History Buffs and preservationists will come out for Park Day aiding in the maintenence of numerous historical sites across the nation . This American Battlefield Trust annual hands-on preservation event is celebrating it’s 24th year. In Jefferson City, TN the Battle of Mossy Creek and Glenmore […]
Nashville Weekly Wrap
House of Representatives responds to communities devastated by historic tornado outbreak Early this week, several communities across Tennessee suffered extensive damage as a result of an historic tornado outbreak. In the early morning hours of March 3, a powerful tornado tore through Germantown and North Nashville with wind speeds reaching 125 miles per hour. The […]
Chairman Andrew Farmer To Carry Legislation On Behalf Of House Leadership, Governor Lee
House Majority Leader William Lamberth (R-Portland) and Assistant Majority Leader Ron Gant (R-Rossville) today announced they have selected House Criminal Justice Subcommittee Chairman Andrew Farmer (R-Sevierville) to serve as co-prime sponsor of House Bill 2260. The measure is part of Governor Lee’s legislative package for the year, which is traditionally sponsored by the House Majority Leader and the Assistant Majority Leader. […]
Jefferson County Public Library Board of Trustees Meeting, March 12, 2020
The Jefferson County Public Library Board of Trustees will hold their regularly scheduled meeting on March 12, 2020, at 6 p.m. at the Jefferson City Public Library (located at 108 City Center Drive, Jefferson City, TN 37760).
SENATOR NICELEY, CROWE CO-SPONSORS LEGISLATION TO LABEL MEAT RAISED IN STATE AS “TENNESSEE-RAISED”
The Tennessee Senate approved legislation last week which calls for labeling meat raised in the state as ‘Tennessee-raised.’ The bill, which is sponsored by Senator Frank Niceley (R-Strawberry Plains) and Senator Rusty Crowe (R-Johnson City), helps consumers make informed decisions regarding their meat and poultry purchases, while helping local farmers market their products. “This legislation […]
Penny Welker, NP, Joins Tennova Medical Group
Tennova Healthcare recently welcomed Penny Welker, NP, to Tennova Primary Care – Jefferson. She is accepting new patients at her office at 1004 North Highway, Suites B and C, Jefferson City. Same-day appointments are available. To schedule an appointment, call (865) 647-3400. As a certified nurse practitioner, Welker specializes in caring for men, women and children […]