PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Finance Committee Meeting, December 1, 2014
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 an open, public, meeting of the Jefferson County Finance Committee has been called for Monday, December 1, 2014, at 4:00 p.m. in the Main Courtroom of the Jefferson County Courthouse, 202 W. Main […]
What is the function of the Chamber of Commerce?
LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Letters To The Editor” do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Jefferson County Post nor any of its employees. The Jefferson County Post does not underwrite any of the facts or situations mentioned in the letters. Submitted by: David Gerard, New Market What is the function of the Chamber of Commerce? […]
Financial Quandary For County Commission
The Jefferson County Commission met for their regular work session on Monday, November 10, 2014. At the core of the work session were upcoming requests for funding, with some more immediate then others. Director of Jefferson County Schools Edmonds requested funding for renovation and restoration of Building 8, on the heels of the request failing […]
Committee Sends Building 8 Back To School Board
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Monday, November 10, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Chairman Scarlett Called the Meeting to Order. All members were present and the Minutes for the October 20, 2014 meeting were Approved with a Motion from Committee Member Musick and a 2nd from Committee Member Tucker. Upon a […]
Part-time Clerical Position Available – Jefferson County Finance Department
Part-time clerical worker needed for the Jefferson County Finance Department. Approximately 3 days per week. For more information call Darrell Helton, Finance Director at 865-397-4922, Ext. 101 or e-mail at jcfindir@jeffersoncountytn.gov 11/13/2014
THOMAS G. TOM ROBESON
Thomas G. “Tom” Robeson, age 84, of Jefferson City, TN, passed away peacefully on Thursday, November 13, 2014 at Life Care Center, Jefferson City with his family by his side. A long-time dairy farmer in Jefferson County, he graduated from Jefferson City High School and joined his father as partner on their Grade A Holstein […]
RICHARD (RICK) LEE THOMAS
RICHARD (RICK) LEE THOMAS, age 46, of Jefferson City, TN went to be with our Lord on Wednesday, November 12, 2014 after a long battle of cancer. He was a member of Blue Springs Baptist Church. He was preceded in death by infant sisters, Sherry Lynn and Kimberly Elizabeth. He is survived by his wife, […]
$144,797.95 Stolen from Jefferson County Taxpayers
A special report from the Tennessee Comptroller of the Treasury reveals that $144,797.95 was stolen from Jefferson County by a former employee of the Finance Office. The Comptroller’s Office coordinated its investigation with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Teresa Crusenberry used county funds to pay her personal credit cards and other vendor accounts. Auditors found […]
FOAC Youth Basketball Stats Week 1
Field of Dreams Activity Center Youth Basketball League Stat Sheet Week 1 Dandridge Pennzoil (5-6) Orange v Jackson Real Estate & Auction (5-6) Red 14 – 8 Leading Scorers: Noah Norman – 10 points Emerson Ellison – 4 points Farmer’s Mutual Fire Insurance (5-6) Blue v Gantte Insurance (5-6) Green 16 – 8 Leading Scorers: […]
Happy Veteran’s Day
Veteran’s Day is a long established holiday that celebrates the sacrifices of Veterans across the United States, both present and past. Originally known as Armistice Day, it was the acknowledgment of the temporary end of fighting in World War I between the Allied Nations and Germany, which took effect on the eleventh hour of the […]
GASTON LAVELLE COLLINS, SR.
GASTON LAVELLE COLLINS, SR., age 89, passed away at his daughter’s home in Dandridge, Tennessee on Monday, November 10, 2014. He was a World War II veteran in the Merchant Marines. He was a member of the Moselle Memorial Baptist Church in Moselle, Mississippi. He was owner of Collins Superette and was a postal carrier […]
Career Center Plans Free Workshop For Job Seekers
The Tennessee Career Center at Talbott, an American Jobs Center, will offer free workshops in computer literacy, job search techniques and resume skills during November. In addition, free workshops for ex-offenders and for veterans entering the job market are planned. The workshops are free. Classes are funded with an agreement between Walters State Community College […]
WSCC Community Band Plans Holiday Concert November 16
Seventy-five musicians are eager to be the first to wish you a merry Christmas. Join the Walters State Community Band Nov. 16 for an afternoon of holiday music before all of the hustle and bustle begins. The band will perform at 3 p.m. on Nov. 16 in the “Z” Buda Assembly Hall and Gymnasium, located […]
2014 Trends Towards Decrease In Traffic Fatalities
Despite several recent vehicle accidents in Jefferson County, information from the Tennessee Traffic Fatalities Report indicates that, Statewide, 2014 is looking to be a safer year on Tennessee roadways. While the numbers of teen accidents are on the rise, accidents involving drivers age 65 and up have seen a significant decline. The summer months of […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Finance Committee Of Jefferson County Seeking Finance Director
NOTICE The Finance Committee of Jefferson County is actively seeking resumes of qualified applicants for the position of Finance Director for Jefferson County. Resumes should be sent or delivered to the Jefferson County Mayor’s office at P. O. Box 170, Dandridge, TN. 37725 or 214 W. Main Street, Dandridge, TN. 37725. 11/10/2014