W.D. Henry Elected As 8th District Commissioner By County Commission
The Jefferson County Commission held their regular voting meeting this week. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Lowe. Boy Scout Troop #76 from Jefferson City led the Pledge of Allegiance. A Hometown Hero honorary proclamation was given to the late Herbert G. Williams and was received by his family. Resolution 2025-59 honoring Terry Dockery for […]
INVITATION TO BID – Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support
Request for Proposals: Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support Jefferson County Purchasing Dept. will be accepting sealed proposals for “Jefferson County Ambulance Billing Software & Support”. Full details of the RFP, specs, scope, and required documents can be found on the county website at www.jeffersoncountytn.gov/financedepartment. Sealed proposals should be clearly labeled “JC Ambulance Billing […]
How Will The Government Shutdown Affect Your Social Security?
According to the Social Security Administration, as Congress works to pass a new federal budget, the government is currently shut down. We know this raises questions. We have answers to the most commonly asked questions about how the shutdown impacts you. Will the Shutdown Affect Payments? No, it will not affect payments. If you receive […]
Dandridge Welcomes You to the 1st Annual Fall Days Festival! Saturday, October 25, 2025
Dandridge Welcomes You to the 1st Annual Fall Days Festival! Saturday, October 25, 2025 | Historic Downtown Dandridge Get ready, East Tennessee—something spectacular is brewing in the heart of Dandridge! On Saturday, October 25th, the town square will come alive with the sights, sounds, and flavors of autumn as we kick off the 1st Annual […]
Commissioner Randy Bales Announces Candidacy For Jefferson County Mayor
After much thought and consideration, I am excited to announce my candidacy for Mayor of Jefferson County. I will be seeking election in the Republican primary on May 5, 2026. Serving as County Commissioner for the seventh district has been an honor, and I am grateful for the experience and the lessons I have learned […]
American Cancer Society Recognizes 40 Years of Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The American Cancer Society (ACS) commemorates the 40th anniversary of the founding of Breast Cancer Awareness Month. In 1985, ACS co-led the effort to start Breast Cancer Awareness Month as a week-long campaign to educate women about the importance of early screening and routine mammograms for breast cancer detection and treatment. In 2025, more than 316,000 women […]
Halloween Dress-Up Stirs the Imagination and is a Healthy Part of Child Development
Children posing as rock stars, fairies or superheroes on Halloween enjoy the holiday for many reasons, but the benefits go far beyond collecting candy and entertaining the neighbors. Dressing up for Halloween is a great way for children to pretend play – something that’s essential for the healthy development of children of all ages. Halloween […]