Apples and Enzymes
When was the last time you ate raw food? I’m talking about fresh, uncooked enzyme rich fruits, vegetables and fermented foods such as sauerkraut and yogurt. What are enzymes and why are they important to our health? Enzymes are proteins, composed of amino acids produced in the human body and all animals and plants. Our […]
“Early Bird” Registration Available for 2015 Expo Vendors
March 13, 14, and 15, 2015 are the dates for Dandridge Community Trust’s ‘3rd Annual Jefferson County Home and Business Expo.’ All vendors registering on or before November 15th, 2014 will qualify for ‘Early Bird’ (reduced) rates. For information and applications go to www.jeffersoncountyexpo.com or call event Chair, Jill Vogelfang, at 865-313-1891.
Bunch Seeks Jefferson City Council Seat
My name is Kevin Bunch and I am a candidate for Jefferson City Council. I am a Jefferson City resident and have lived in Jefferson County for 35 years. My wife Adriane and I have two daughters, Alexis and Hailey, who attend Jefferson County High School. I am currently employed as a Detective Lieutenant with […]
Cain Announces Candidacy For Jefferson City Council
I’m Mitch Cain and I would like to announce my decision to run for a second term as councilman for the City of Jefferson City. I believe that having roots in the local community gives me a useful point of view when it comes to carrying out the task of representing your interests on our […]
KAY E. WICE
KAY E. WICE, age 79, of White Pine, TN passed away at her home on Monday, October 13, 2014. She was a long time member of Leadvale Baptist Church, where she strongly supported and led most of the home and foreign mission projects. She was retired from White Pine Elementary School, where she taught for […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is searching. The head governmental hive will convene and pollination will bee on every drone’s mind. Buzzy Bees in the know are buzzing that the coveted positions with the newly seated swarm are a trio of keepers that will have to mix well with the hierarchy. The low humm is […]
Mystery Pic
This Week’s Mystery Pic Send your guess to goodguess@jeffersoncountypost.com Correct answers are revealed each week. Congratulations to Randal Turner Randal was the first to guess last week’s Mystery Pic correctly. The correct answer was: Indian Corn
Vols Punish Mocs, 45-10
It was homecoming on the hill on Saturday afternoon and, after losing three straight games, big brother took its frustration out on little brother. It started early, after the Mocs first drive went nowhere they were forced to punt. Vols punt return man, Cameron Sutton, returned the punt 42 yards down to the Mocs 38-yard […]
Color Seeps Into Tennessee Valley
Leaf watchers should really enjoy the next few weeks, as color seeps into the Tennessee valley. The highest elevations are peaking, so those planning a trip up top should probably hit the trails sooner rather than later. While Clingmans Dome is generally a wonderful location to view color, watchers should be aware that recent high […]
Board Discusses Building 8 – “Night Of Patriots” Postponed
The Jefferson County School Board held a Work Session on Thursday, October 9, 2014 in the Patriot Academy. The meeting was Called to Order by Chairman Jarnigan. One Board Member, Lowery, was absent. Four items were presented on the Agenda, with the Building 8 project occupying two of the four agenda slots. Director of Schools […]
JOHN A. SIMS
JOHN A. SIMS, age 49, of Dandridge, TN passed away at his home on Sunday, October 12, 2014. He was a member of Deep Springs Baptist Church. He was a lover of bluegrass music and the outdoors. Also, he was a loving father, husband, son, brother and pap-paw. He is preceded in death by his […]
ALEXANDRIA KAYE SWINDLE
Alexandria Kaye Swindle was born on October 6, 2014, and was given her angel wings on October 12, 2014. During her 6 days, 4 hours and 22 minutes here on Earth she was loved deeply by family and friends and she reminded us that miracles do happen. Alex’s life is one to be celebrated. Although […]
All Saints’ Episcopal School Celebrates The Feast Of St. Francis of Assisi
Wednesday morning, students and parents at All Saints’ Episcopal School celebrated the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with their annual Blessing of the Animals chapel service. Father John Dukes, of All Saints’ Church, led the school community in song and prayer as they gathered in the courtyard to celebrate the “pets that bring us […]
Jefferson County Farmer Witnesses Direct Impact of Soy Checkoff
Don Holbert of Dandridge, Tennessee, participated in the United Soybean Board’s 2014 See for Yourself program to learn about his customers beyond the elevator and the checkoff’s role in marketing U.S. soy to those customers. This year, Holbert was one of 10 U.S. soybean farmers who recently visited St. Louis, Panama and Ecuador with the […]
USDA Expands Access to Credit to Help More Beginning and Family Farmers
Agriculture Deputy Secretary Krysta Harden today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will improve farm loans by expanding eligibility and increasing lending limits to help more beginning and family farmers. As part of this effort, USDA is raising the borrowing limit for the microloan program from $35,000 to $50,000; simplify the lending processes; […]
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 will serve 20 children at each site and will meet 5 days a week for 5 ½ hours each day. Transportation will be provided by the parent. Student eligibility Criteria: NEW: Students must be four years […]