PHILLIP MICHAEL HOLBERT
Phillip Michael Holbert, age 53, of Kodak, TN left this earth suddenly on Wednesday, September 24, 2014 to be with his Lord. He was owner and operator of Holbert Properties, and was a member of the French Broad Lodge # 588 F & AM of Kodak and Kerbela Shrine Club of Knoxville, where he served […]
WAYNE EUGENE KNIGHT
Wayne Eugene Knight, age 75, of Point Pleasant, passed away at his residence on September 24, 2014. He is a retired Millwright from American Enka, and he was a member of Point Pleasant Baptist Church. He was a proud US Army veteran. He is preceded in death by his parents, Horace and Nellie Fox Knight; […]
Jefferson County Eagles Holding Tryouts
The Jefferson County Eagles baseball organization will be holding tryouts for their 11-Under team on Sunday September 28th at 2 p.m. at Magnavox baseball field, located on Old 11-E in Jefferson City. For more information contact Randy Rogers at (865)414-4994.
Mystery Pic
This Week’s Mystery Pic Send your guess to goodguess@jeffersoncountypost.com Correct answers are revealed each week. Congratulations to Gene Dunn Gene was the first to guess last week’s Mystery Pic correctly. The correct answer was: Light socket
Hannah Oaks Crowned JCHS 2014 Homecoming Queen
Jefferson County High School was buzzing this week, as they celebrated Homecoming. Days of dress up and competitions cumulating in the highlight event of the week, the crowing of the Jefferson County High School 2014 Homecoming Queen. On Friday evening, Hannah Oakes walked away with the title, crown and kiss, as she was chosen from […]
Home Sweet “Home” Coming
After two weeks away from Leroy-Shannon field, the Jefferson County Patriots returned home for homecoming Friday night. Hannah Oakes was crowned homecoming queen, but Noah Carter could have arguably been named king on this night. The junior led the Patriots with 4 receptions for 83 yards and 3 touchdowns, while leading Jefferson County to their […]
Spider Webs
The Jefferson County Commission held their first voting meeting since election placed eight new Commissioners at the table. Naturally, the question of the evening was who would lead the group through their initiation year and the answer came as a surprise to some. I must admit that those of us who count votes had already […]
Annual Fall Fashion Show Held At Jefferson County Habitat For Humanity
The Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity hosted their annual fashion show on Saturday showcasing the Fall Collection of 2014. Local volunteers donate many hours planning and producing the show. Ann Marie Potts served as the Mistress of Ceremony for this year’s event and Shelia Wiggins, Executive Director for Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity, offered the […]
Love the Dandelions
Early mornings are a great time to do some weeding and be one with nature. I try to work mostly in the shade and eventually get in 10-15 minutes of vitamin D boosting sunshine without burning my hide up too much. Besides the benefits of horticultural order, getting out in your yard gives you the […]
VW Boys Wind Up Music On The Town
Dandridge Music on the Town closed out the 2014 season on Thursday evening with one of the largest crowds of the season. Nice weather and good food, provided by Walt’s Hitchin Post, and good music made for a great evening in the historic town square. VW Boys brought their own unique sound to the event, […]
AEC fills vacancy on Board of Directors
Appalachian Electric Cooperative announced the appointment of the newest member of the Co-op’s Board of Directors. Jefferson City resident Mark Isom has been named to fill the unexpired term of the recently retired John Howell. “We couldn’t be more pleased to welcome Mark to our Board,” says AEC General Manager Greg Williams. “He has a […]
Governor Haslam, Health Commissioner Urge Everyone Get Their Flu Shot
Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam and Health Commissioner John Dreyzehner, MD, MPH, rolled up their sleeves today in Memphis for their annual vaccinations against influenza and encouraged fellow Tennesseans to do the same to help protect and promote good health in the state. Receiving an annual flu shot can make a big difference by helping you […]
BARBARA SHANDS
BARBARA SHANDS, age 76, of Talbott, TN passed away on September 21, 2014. She was an avid animal lover, Cubs fan, and enjoyed gardening. She was born in Hartford, CT and attended the American School for the Deaf. Preceded in death by her parents, Ernest and Nellie Eib; former husband, Jack Shands. She is survived […]
LONNIE B. TOWNSEND
In Loving Memory of Lonnie B. Townsend, age 70 of White Pine, who passed away at his home on Sunday, September 21, 2014. Lonnie was a retired QC Inspector at Sonoco in Newport and is preceded in death by his wife, Shirley Ann Townsend and son, Robbie Townsend. He is survived by his children: son, […]
RUBY LILLIAN COLLINS HILL
RUBY LILLIAN COLLINS HILL, age 95, of Jefferson City, TN passed away on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 11:24 a.m. She was a member of Mill Springs Baptist Church and a retired nurse’s aide from Milligan Clinic and Jefferson Memorial Hospital with 25 years of service. Preceded in death by parents, William Fred Collins, Sr. […]
Fall Leaf Outlook
As the days of temperatures that reach into the mid 80s give way to the cooler days of fall, leaf watchers are eager to see some color. Last weeks burst of wet weather in the higher elevations slowed the march toward full color but this week there has been some progress in the tops of […]