Both payroll employment (+29,000) and unemployment rate (4.2%) change little in September
Both nonfarm payroll employment (+29,000) and the unemployment rate (4.2 percent) changed little in September, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Employment in all major industries changed little over the month. This news release presents statistics from two monthly surveys. The household survey measures labor force status, including unemployment, by demographic characteristics. The […]
Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office Reminds Tennessee Residents to Power Up Their Devices with Fire Safety in Mind
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) and the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) are joining the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) to support Fire Prevention Week, which is recognized Oct. 4-10, 2026. This year’s theme, “Charge into Fire Safety: Safe Charging Is a Superpower,” focuses on the simple steps people can take […]
Chocolate Festival – Field of Dreams Activity Center, Dandridge, October 10, 2026
Do you love Chocolate..?? Dreamy chocolate pudding, chocolate candies, decadent chocolate cakes, fudge & cupcakes, sinfully delicious chocolate brownies and chocolate chunk cookies…?? Do those goodies just make your mouth water..?? Then THIS is an event you won’t want to miss! Gathering ideas & recommendations from another well-known Knoxville event, we brought our First Annual […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Joint Meeting between Town of Dandridge and Shady Grove Utility District to Discuss Water Treatment, October 7, 2026
PUBLIC NOTICE Joint meeting between the Town of Dandridge and Shady Grove Utility District to discuss water treatment. Wednesday October 7th at 4:30. Dandridge Fire Hall
Dennis “Rocky” Melton Jr. Obituary
Dennis “Rocky” Hodge Melton Jr., 86, of Jefferson City, Tennessee, passed away on September 30, 2026. Born July 15, 1940, in Enfield, North Carolina, he spent many years serving the community he loved. Rocky had a genuine love for Jefferson City and the people who called it home. He proudly served as a Jefferson City […]
INVITATION TO BID – C&D Waste Transfer, Hauling, & Disposal Services
Invitation to Bid (ITB): Jefferson County and the Jefferson County Sanitation Department will be accepting sealed bids for “C&D Waste Transfer, Hauling, & Disposal Services.” Sealed bids must be mailed to Attn: Purchasing Agent JC Finance Dept. P.O. Box 1749 Dandridge, TN 37725 or hand delivered to 1244 Gay St. Dandridge, TN 37725. Sealed bids […]
Caldwell and Young Claim Inaugural NPFL Military Classic on Douglas Lake
The inaugural NPFL Military Classic wrapped up Friday on Douglas Lake in Dandridge, Tennessee, with North Carolina anglers Jamey Caldwell and Tommy Young of Team 1 Minute Out taking home the victory. Hosted by Jefferson County and the State of Tennessee, the three-day event brought military members, veterans and their families together for competition, fellowship […]
Community comes together for United Way’s annual Parade of Tables
Local businesses, nonprofits and community members gathered at Jefferson City Christian Church on Thursday, Sept. 17, for United Way of Greater Knoxville’s annual Jefferson County Parade of Tables. The event raised almost $11,000 with 113 guests attending. Funds raised through Parade of Tables stay in Jefferson County, as do all gifts made to United Way […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board of School Commissioners Meeting Dates for October and November 2026
Notice of Meetings Board of School Commissioners Thursday, October 1, 2026 Business Session @ 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse Monday, October 26, 2026 Work Session @ 6:30PM Historic Courthouse Monday, November 2, 2026 Business Session @6:30 PM Historic Courthouse Monday, November 30, 2026 Work Session @ 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse This notice is given in compliance […]
Parrott-Wood Memorial Library Receives $3,000 2027 TOP Grant
Parrott-Wood Memorial Library (3133 W. AJ. Hwy. Strawberry Plains, TN, 37871) is pleased to announce that it has received a 2027 TOP Grant in the amount of $3,000. These grant funds will allow the library to offer free basic computer classes to the public, providing community members with much-needed technology skills and greater confidence in […]
Tennessee Receives Nearly $8 Million for the Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program
The Tennessee Department of Education has been awarded more than $7.9 million from the U.S. Department of Education and the U.S. Department of Labor through the Teacher and School Leader Incentive Program (TSL). Tennessee was among approximately twenty grantees that received this award. To date, the program has supported approximately 160 projects nationwide. Tennessee’s Instructional […]
2027–28 FAFSA Application Open for Tennessee Students
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) today announced that the 2027–28 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is now open for all Tennessee students. Students and their families can begin applying at www.fafsa.gov. Completing the FAFSA is a required step to access a wide range of financial aid programs, including the Pell Grant, the Tennessee […]