State Representative Jeremy Faison Hosts Young Constituents As Pages For The Tennessee General Assembly
State Representative Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) hosted Colby and Ryan Frazier, from Centerview, to visit with him, learn about the General Assembly, and serve as official pages for the Tennessee House of Representatives. The General Assembly’s Page Program is an opportunity for young students to be actively involved in the legislative body of Tennessee. During the student’s […]
Private Sale Of Jefferson County Government Buildings?
The concept of a new Jefferson County Complex, that would be the home to most County offices, has been a topic of off and on discussion for several years. However, more recently the viability of such a project has moved to the forefront with the Jefferson County Facilities Committee and a document has been generated […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Meeting, March 17, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE The Jefferson County Board of School Commissioners will meet in regular session on Thursday, March 17, 2016 at 6:30 p.m. in the media center at Patriot Academy. 03/10/2016 – 03/17/2016
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Public Records Commission Meeting, March 18, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners and residents of Jefferson County, Tennessee, and to all other persons who might be interested, that the Jefferson County Public Records Commission will convene for an open, public meeting on Friday, March 18, 2016, at 8:30 a.m. in the Upstairs Courtroom of the Jefferson County Courthouse, 202 W. Main […]
Resident Trapped In Trailer Fire
A Tuesday morning house fire in Dandridge sent one man to the hospital, according to officials on the scene. Curtis Layman, of High Street, suffered from smoke inhalation after being trapped in a fire at his residence. Several pets were also reported to have been in the home and, though some are thought to have […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Conservation Board Meeting, March 17, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners and residents of Jefferson County, Tennessee, and to all other persons who might be interested, that the Jefferson County Conservation Board will meet for an open public meeting on Thursday, March 17, 2016, at 6:00 p.m. in the Jury Room of the Jefferson County Courthouse, 202 W. Main Street, […]
INVITATION TO BID – Lawn Mowing & Trimming Of County Facilities And School Sites
INVITATION TO BID The Jefferson County Purchasing Department will be accepting sealed bids from qualified vendors for lawn mowing & trimming of county facilities and school sites. We will accept separate bids for the county facilities and school facilities. There will be a mandatory pre-bid meeting for vendors on Wednesday, March 16, 2016 at 10:00 […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – RESCHEDULED – Jefferson County Audit Committee and Jefferson County Finance Committee Meeting, March 17, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners and residents of Jefferson County, Tennessee, and to all other persons who might be interested, that the following committees will meet on Thursday, March 17, 2016, in the Jefferson County Courthouse, 202 W. Main St, Dandridge, Tennessee. The meetings are open, public meetings. The Jefferson County Audit Committee will […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Nominating Committee Meeting, March 14, 2016
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners and residents of Jefferson County, Tennessee, and to all other persons who might be interested, that the Jefferson County Commission Nominating Committee will meet for an open public meeting on Monday, March 14, 2016, at 5:00 p.m. in the Jury Room of the Jefferson County Courthouse, 202 W. Main […]
Low Income Housing Targets Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community – Will Gatlinburg Step Up or Step Aside?
Gatlinburg’s Arts & Crafts Community, the largest group of independent artisans in North America, may soon have a new neighbor. The Glades Road loop that houses the popular tourist attraction has attracted the attention of a developer looking to cash in on the low income tax credit program that is offered by the Tennessee Housing […]
Gass & Trump Big Winners In Jefferson County
Tennessee came out in force for Super Tuesday and Jefferson County was well represented in the numbers, as voters braved the inclement weather to cast their ballots. With only one contested local race, that of Property Assessor, much of the interest was on the Presidential Primary for both political parties. As Jefferson County, like Tennessee, […]
Morristown PD Asking Citizens Help To ID Aggravated Robbery Suspect
The Morristown Police Department is asking for citizens’ help in identifying a suspect in an aggravated robbery that occurred on February 29, 2016. The robbery occurred around 9:30 Monday night at the Fastop located at 3507 E Andrew Johnson Hwy. in Morristown. A male subject walked into the store wearing gray jogging pants, gray and […]
JCHS Band Students Win At East Tennessee Band & Orchestra Association’s All-East Band & Orchestra Festival In Gatlinburg
Four Jefferson County High School Band students won places various honor bands in the East Tennessee Band & Orchestra Association’s All-East Band & Orchestra Festival in Gatlinburg, February 4-6. Pictured left to right are: David Garber, junior, clarinet; Chris Grizzel, sophomore, trombone; Kieran Scruggs, sophomore, French horn; and Josh Hunt, senior, trumpet. The band director […]
Retention Funds Pave The Way
Money may be available for a significant paving project at Jefferson County High School, according to information provided to the School Board by Department of Education Business Affairs Director Michael Phagan during their meeting Thursday evening, February 25, 2016. Phagan stated that funds left over from several renovation and building projects can be combined with […]
Girl Scout Council of Southern Appalachian’s (GSCSA) board of directors appointed Lynne Lawson Fugate as CEO
The Girl Scout Council of Southern Appalachian’s (GSCSA) board of directors appointed Lynne Lawson Fugate as CEO of the council. Her start of service today concludes an extensive search process completed by a board of directors committee, after receiving input from council staff, volunteers and girl members. “Lynne’s extensive experience as a leader and member […]
Jefferson County Emergency Services are a Force of Nature and You Can be Too – Severe Weather Week Feb 28-Mar 5
This time of year is a perfect occasion to Be a Force of Nature and Jefferson County Emergency Services are proud to be promoting severe weather preparedness week. To help spread the word and make its employees and members of the community better prepared, the Emergency Agencies of JeffersonCounty are committed to being a leader […]