Jefferson County Schools Closed January 27 & 28, 2020 Due to Widespread Sickness
In a statement from Jefferson County TN Schools Director, Shane Johnston – Jefferson County Schools will be closed on Monday, January 27, 2020 and Tuesday, January 28, 2020 due to the widespread sickness being experienced throughout the schools in the county. The multiple illnesses have created a considerably higher than normal absentee percentage at multiple […]
Secretary of State Hargett Presents Tennessee College Voter Registration Competition Award to Carson-Newman University
Front Row L to R: Mitra Sarshuri, Savannah McMillan, Tiffany Fritts, Briana Lay, Ansley Parker and Dr. Kara Stooksbury, Carson-Newman University Chair of Political Science, History and Sociology Department. Back Row L to R: Secretary of State Tre Hargett, Rep. Jeremy Faison, Derick Marlow, Luke Patton, Thomas Fodor, Ian Trent and Carson-Newman University President Dr. Charles A. […]
TENNESSEE ADDS GRADUATE TRANSFER VELUS JONES
Tennessee head coach Jeremy Pruitt announced the addition of veteran wide receiver and kick returner Velus Jones to the Volunteers’ football program on Monday. Jones collected All-Conference Second Team honors from the Pac-12 as a return specialist in 2019. He graduated from Southern California and will be eligible to play this fall. The Saraland, Ala., native was […]
UT Extension Hosts Grain Conference in West Tennessee
Informative presentations, an extensive trade show, and an opportunity to network with some of the leaders in corn and soybean production are all on the agenda for the 2020 West Tennessee Grain and Soybean Producers Conference. This University of Tennessee Extension event will be held on Thursday, February 6, at the Dyer County Fairgrounds on […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – The City of Baneberry Tennessee has legally declared city property as surplus
The City of Baneberry Tennessee has legally declared city property as surplus with having no additional use for the city. Resolution 2019-13 declares the following as surplus and authorize the City Manager to advertise and accept bids to remove items from city property. 1. King Master 6’ Bush Hog. Approximately 20 years old. 2. Pallet […]
Republican Leaders Introduce Right to Work Constitutional Amendment
Republican leaders have introduced a resolution that would add Tennessee’s Right to Work law to the state constitution. The resolution is sponsored by more than a dozen high ranking Republican House members. It guarantees future generations of Tennessee workers their right to work regardless of whether they choose to join a union. Tennessee’s Right to […]
AG Slatery Applauds New Law Curbing Unwanted Robocalls
Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III applauds the passage of new federal legislation known as the Telephone Robocall Abuse Criminal Enforcement and Deterrence Act (TRACED). The TRACED Act is the first federal law designed to combat the rampant problem of robocalls, which increased by more than 36% in 2018. The law will prioritize industry-wide implementation […]
Jefferson County Schools Governor’s Pre-K Programs
Jefferson County Schools offers “free” preschool programs at all 8 elementary schools in the county. Our quality preschool program serves 20 children at each site and meet 5 days a week for 5 ½ hours each day. Transportation will be provided by the parent. Student eligibility Criteria: Students must be four years of age by […]
TN Promise FAFSA Filing Deadline February 1, 2020
The TN Promise Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) filing deadline is quickly approaching. Saturday, February 1, 2020 is the final day for both TN Promise high school and college students to complete the 2020-2021 FAFSA to retain scholarship eligibility. The FAFSA, a federal application, is the primary financial aid application that any student […]
Public Health Screening to Begin at 3 U.S. Airports for 2019 Novel Coronavirus (“2019-nCoV”)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Department of Homeland Security’s Customs and Border Protection (CBP) will implement enhanced health screenings to detect ill travelers traveling to the United States on direct or connecting flights from Wuhan, China. This activity is in response to an outbreak in China caused by a novel […]
Binge Drinking in 12th Grade a Strong Predictor of Driving While Intoxicated Later
New research suggests that high school seniors who binge drink are more likely to drive while intoxicated and be involved in other risky, alcohol-related situations as young adults. The February 2020 Pediatrics study, “Longitudinal Associations of 12th Grade Binge Drinking with Risky Driving and High-Risk Drinking” (published online Jan. 6), examined the annual NEXT Generation Health Study, […]
INVITATION TO BID – MULTIPLE PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEM (MPMS) for Jefferson County Emergency Medical Services.
INVITATION TO BID The Jefferson County Purchasing Department will be accepting sealed bids for a MULTIPLE PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEM (MPMS) for Jefferson County Emergency Medical Services. For specifications, please contact Brad Phillips, Jefferson County EMS Director, at BPhillips@JeffersonCountyTN.gov. Sealed bids should be labeled “MULTIPLE PATIENT MONITORING SYSTEM (MPMS)” and either mailed to the Jefferson County […]
Civil Asset Forfeiture, Topic of Recent Statewide Forum in Knoxville Local Activist Participating
“Civil asset forfeiture is patently unconstitutional”, one of many strong statements made by Knox County, Tennessee Mayor Glen Jacobs as he gave opening remarks to a group of legislators, business leaders, and concerned citizens who recently assembled to raise money in the fight against “civil asset forfeiture” in Tennessee. Among the groups and individuals participating […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Deena Boling Seeking Legal Title for 2007 Dodge Nitro, VIN# 1D8GU28K97W601453
PUBLIC NOTICE Deena Boling Seeking Legal Title for 2007 Dodge Nitro, VIN# 1D8GU28K97W601453 Seeking clear title (Title# 74982894) to 2007 Dodge Nitro, VIN# 1D8GU28K97W601453, previously belonging to and titled to now deceased Sandra K. Boling, 1771 Circle Lake Drive, Dandridge, TN 37725. Seeking response for any claims to said vehicle via certified mail to: Deena […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – E911 Board Of Jefferson County Meeting, January 16, 2020
The regular scheduled meeting of the E-911 Board of Jefferson County will be held on Thursday January 16, 2020 at 1:00pm at the Jefferson County Emergency Services Center 911 Conference Room 581 W. Old AJ Hwy New Market TN 37820. Justin Crowther, Director 01/08/2020