Tennessee Files Lawsuit Against Roblox Over Child Safety Misrepresentations
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti sued online gaming giant Roblox, alleging the company lures children into an environment it knows is dangerous but promises is safe, in violation of the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act (TCPA). According to the lawsuit, for years, Roblox has deceived Tennesseans about the serious safety risks its platform poses for kids, […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners and Committees January 2026 Meeting Dates
Notice of Meetings Board of School Commissioners Monday, January 5, 2026 Work Session @ 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse Thursday, January 8, 2026 Business Meeting @ 6:30 PM Historic Courthouse Joint Committee-School & County Commissioners Meeting Tuesday, January 13, 2026 @6:30 PM Patriot Academy Building & Maintenance Committee Meeting Tuesday, January 20, 2026 @6:30 PM Talbott […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Public Meeting Notice #1 – The Town of Dandridge will hold a Public Meeting on January 14th, 2026
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE #1 The Town of Dandridge will hold a Public Meeting on January 14th, 2026, at 12:00 Noon at the Dandridge Water Management Facility, 1114 Wastewater Road, Dandridge. The purpose of this meeting is to present information to the public on the FY 2026 Community Development Block Grant Program. Concerned citizens are encouraged […]
TDOT Halts Highway Construction for the Holiday Travel Period
Road construction won’t delay travelers during the Christmas and New Year’s holidays. The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is once again halting all lane closure activity on interstates and state highways in anticipation of higher traffic volumes across the state. No temporary lane closures will be allowed for construction on Tennessee roadways beginning at 11:59 p.m. […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Position Opening for (VSO) Jefferson County Veteran Service Officer, Assistant, Full Time
Jefferson County, TN VSO Assistant – Full Time Full-time position with benefits. Provides support to the Jefferson County Veteran Service Officer and represents county veterans within U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs systems. Requirements: Honorably discharged veteran (disabled veteran preferred) Knowledge of VA systems and benefits Strong computer and communication skills Eligibility for VA accreditation General […]
Michael Phagan, CPA to run for Trustee
Michael Phagan, CPA, CMFO, Baneberry City Manager, announced he will be seeking the office of Jefferson County Trustee in the May Republican primary. Michael has a history of service to citizens in Jefferson County. He was previously a County Commissioner for the 3rd District. In that capacity, he served as the Chair of the Commission’s […]
Dandridge Christmas Parade, 1pm, Saturday, December 20, 2025
Join us in Historic Downtown Dandridge for one of our most beloved holiday traditions — the Annual Christmas Parade, stepping off at 1:00 PM. Bring your family, gather your friends, and make a full day of it. Come early to stroll through our festive downtown, explore our locally owned shops, and enjoy a delicious meal […]
President Trump Orders Steps To Increasing Medical Marijuana And Cannabidiol Research
By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered: Section 1. Purpose and Policy. Americans deserve access to the best medical treatments and research infrastructure in the world. In 2023, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) completed a review of the […]
Jefferson County Schools Celebrates Academic Excellence as Majority of Schools Earn As
Jefferson County Schools is proud to celebrate a highly successful academic year marked by strong student performance, exceptional growth, and statewide recognition. The 2024 to 2025 school year reflected some of the highest proficiency levels in district history, the highest growth designation possible at the district level, and the second highest accountability designation available. In […]