PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Industrial Development Board Meeting, September 26, 2014
PUBLIC NOTICE The Jefferson County Industrial Development Board will hold its regular monthly meeting on Friday, September 26, 2014 at 8:30 a.m. in the conference room of the Jefferson County Health Department, 931 Industrial Park Road. Brad Jenkins Secretary of the Board 09/21/2014 – 09/26/2014
HENRY L. MATTESON
HENRY L. MATTESON, of Jefferson City, TN passed away Saturday, September 20, 2014. He was a member of Marine Corps League Detachment # 1206, American Legion Post # 113, and Toys for Tots. Preceded in death by parents; brothers, Lyman Matteson, George Matteson; sister-in-law, Emma Matteson. He is survived by wife, Terri Matteson; sons, Daniel […]
JAKE E. “J.E.” SINARD
Jake E. “J. E.” Sinard, born November 24, 1927, passed away at his home in White Pine, TN on Friday, September 19, 2014 at the age of 87. He was a member of White Pine Freewill Baptist Church. He is survived by his wife of 66 years, Leona Lane Sinard; daughter, Janice (John) Reneau; grandchildren, […]
Local Schools Still Have Needs
Jefferson County Commissioner David Seal spent his first few days in office getting in touch with the needs of the nineth district and found that schools in that area are still in need of supplies. The economic plight of many families in the County makes purchasing items for the new school year difficult and most […]
September Is Carbon Monoxide Awareness Month
Fall is almost here, a time when many people attempt to reduce their home heating costs by using alternative heat sources and making their homes as air-tight as possible. Tennessee Department of Health officials say both tactics can increase the risk of deadly Carbon Monoxide poisoning. “Every year we see emergency room visits and tragic […]
NATHAN HOOD FRANKLIN
NATHAN HOOD FRANKLIN, age 67, of Dandridge, TN passed away at Jefferson Memorial Hospital on September 18, 2014 after a lingering illness. Nathan was a 1965 graduate of Maury High School and a 1969 graduate of Carson Newman College with a degree in Business Administration. Following college, he also completed a four year carpenter apprenticeship […]
Douglas Cherokee Head Start Is Hosting Their Annual Parent Fair Friday October 10th, 2014 9:00am- 12:00pm
Douglas Cherokee Head Start Is Hosting their Annual Parent Fair Friday October 10th, 2014, 9:00am- 12:00pm. To Jefferson County Community Service and Resource Providers, This is an invitation to participate in our annual Parent Resource Fair. The Jefferson County Head Start Family Service Workers will be hosting this event on Friday October 10th 2014 between […]
Senior Health Fair Friday, September 26, 2014
Jefferson County Office on Aging and Senior Centers, Invite You to Their 2014 Senior Health Fair on Friday, September 26, 2014 8:00am – 11:00am at the Jefferson City Community Center, 1247 N. Hwy 92 Jefferson City, TN. Events Include- Free health screenings for blood pressure, blood sugar, bone density, hearing, three lead cardiac rhythm, vision, […]
REBA ELIZABETH HALE
REBA ELIZABETH HALE, age 94, of Jefferson City, TN went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, September 16, 2014. Survived by sons, Joe Hale (Sylvia), and Larry Hale (Jill); grandchildren, Debbie Reece (Charles), Shawna Berry; great-grandchildren, Hunter Berry, Brandon Reece and Caylan Reece; great-great-grandchildren, Kallie, Bryanna, Kayli, Kendra and Aubrey; brother, Chafin Patterson, […]
MARGIE D. FOSTER
MARGIE D. FOSTER, age 53, of Dandridge, TN passed away Tuesday, September 16, 2014 at her home. She was born and raised in Rock Hill, SC, the daughter of the late Jack and Mary Ellen (Shaver) Ashley. She is survived by her daughter, Tammy Whaley; son, Bob Whaley; grandchildren, Haley, Dakota, Destiny Haynes, Michael Whaley; […]
Carmichael Elected New Chairman Of Jefferson County Commission
The Jefferson County Commission held their Regular Monthly Session on Monday, September 15, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by acting Chairman, Court Clerk Herndon. All Commissioners were present for Roll Call. With a Motion from Commissioner Baxley and 2nd from Commissioner Turner, the Agenda was Approved. Acting […]
INVITATION TO BID – Gym Floor At Rush Strong School
INVITATION TO BID The Jefferson County Purchasing Department will be accepting bids for a new gym floor at the Rush Strong School old gymnasium building. Background checks will be required on all employees. Contractor must provide proof of a $1 million liability policy. For complete bid specifications vendors should contact Michael Phagan, Director of Facilities, […]
PENNY LEE TALLON
PENNY LEE TALLON, age 59, of Dandridge, TN passed away Monday, September 15, 2014. She was the daughter of the late Bill and Daisy Ingram. Survived by her son, Scott Tallon and his wife, Loretta; grandchildren, Connor, Cara, Caitlin, Savannah, Dalton and his wife Chasity; sisters, Linda (Bob) Shoemaker and Sandra Ingram; brother, Bill (Carney) […]
Do You Know What This Is?
This Week’s Mystery Pic The 1st correct guess will receive a $20 Gift Certificate from CORE GOLF 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: CD or Compact Disk
JCHS 2014 Homecoming Court
Jefferson County High School will celebrate their Homecoming this Friday and the week will be full of spirit building fun working up to the game. One of the highlights of Homecoming is the crowning of the Queen. This year fourteen lovely young ladies, in grades 9-12, represent the student body as members of the 2014 […]
The Time Has Finally Come
The time has, finally, come to elect a new Chairman of the County Commission. Let me say that newly elected Jefferson County Clerk Frank Herndon did a great job of running the Work Session last week and it could have gotten out of hand. There was some disagreement about those seeking the Chair position entertaining […]