Jefferson City Public Library Program Schedule
January 2025 general programming schedule. Programs and activities listed may be added to or cancelled as needed. JCPL will be closed January 1st New Year’s Day and January 20th for Martin Luther King, Jr Day. Storytime Tuesdays, 10:30 – Homeschool Academy, Join us each week for special guest speakers and programs to enrich your child’s […]
As 40th year winds down, mission of AMOS remains strong
The Christmas season is always a busy time for those at Appalachian Ministries of the Smokies (AMOS), but this year’s Coats for the Cold event showed why the Carson-Newman University ministry continues to be needed – 40 years after it first began. “This was the largest coat drive in our history,” said AMOS Executive Director […]
TVA Offering Rapid Rebuilding Assistance to Businesses Impacted by Helene
New TVA EnergyRight program aims to assist rebuilding businesses impacted by Hurricane Helene. Incentive funding available to businesses in 22 counties designated by FEMA as disaster areas across East Tennessee, Western North Carolina and Southwest Virginia. Replacing damaged equipment with energy efficient components can help lower businesses’ operating costs. TVA EnergyRight has developed a Rapid […]
Phillip Batts to Step Down; Ron Overton Named as Replacement
Jefferson County Schools announces that Phillip Batts, Supervisor of Transportation and School Safety, will step down from his position effective December 27, 2024. Batts has been named the Chief of Police for the Town of Dandridge, where he will continue his distinguished career in public service. “Phillip has been an integral part of our team, […]
Oaths of Office Administered for Dandridge Officials
DANDRIDGE, Tenn. — The Town of Dandridge marked a significant moment on December 2, 2024, as newly elected and re-elected officials took their oaths of office. The ceremony was held in the historic Town Hall, attended by community members, family, and friends eager to witness the formal swearing-in of their town leaders. Alderman George Gantte, […]
VITAL POLICY – Focus on Jefferson County CTE Education, Business Management and Accounting
Part One Of Two Wall Street could travel to Dumplin Valley and take a page from the Business Management and Accounting Department playbook in the CTE Program at Jefferson County High School. They would find a group of students learning some of the most valuable skills in the business world from the best teachers in […]
Double Your Donation to Second Harvest Food Bank, 14th Annual Double Your Donation, Thursday, December 5th
Second Harvest Food Bank of East Tennessee will host Double Your Donation (DYD) on Thursday, December 5 starting at 6 a.m. This annual event is a telethon and day of giving to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank. All donations made to Second Harvest, including Giving Tuesday, through December 5th will be matched by generous sponsors […]
TDOT Updates Strategic Highway Safety Plan
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and its safety partners have signed a new Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) for Tennessee committing to reducing serious injuries and deaths on roadways. The goal of the SHSP is to take a proactive approach towards zero deaths. Updated every four years, the 2025-2029 plan includes the first Vulnerable Road User (VRU) […]
Family Tips for Enjoying the Winter Holidays
The holiday season is a time to make and share delicious food, exchange gifts and enjoy cherished traditions. But for many families, the “happiest time of the year” also means unmanageable stress. Year-end schedules are often crammed with social events that place extreme demands on our time. We may feel pressured to splurge on gifts […]
TN AG Division of Consumer Affairs Warns Tennesseans of Website Scammers Posing as Dealerships
The Office of the Tennessee Attorney General urges consumers to be aware of scam websites posing as classic car and heavy equipment dealerships. Even though scammers answer the phones, send videos, and even fake business licenses, consumers will be swindled out of their money if they fall for these scams. Leo’s Luxury Motors claimed to […]
TDOT Launches Make Travel Bright Safety Sign Contest
The Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) is excited to announce a contest to see who can come up with the best holiday travel safety message for the Dynamic Message Signs you see on the interstates. The contest gives Tennessee motorists a chance to help the department raise awareness about various safety issues and save lives. […]
Invitation to Bid – Jefferson County Board of Education Exterior Painting Services for Multiple School Buildings
Invitation to Bid: Jefferson County Board of Education Exterior Painting Services for Multiple School Buildings. The Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBOE) and JC Purchasing Department will be accepting sealed bids for the “JCBOE Exterior Painting Services for School Buildings.” A MANDATORY Pre-Bid meeting will be held on December 3, 2024, at 9:30am ET. Full […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Town Of Dandridge FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant Program, December 9, 2024
PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE #1 The Town of Dandridge will hold a Public Meeting on December 9, 2024, at 11:30 A.M. at the Dandridge Public Works Building, 267 W. Highway 25/70, Dandridge. The purpose of this meeting is to present information to the public on the FY 2025 Community Development Block Grant Program. Concerned citizens are […]
Marissa King Is Jefferson County’s New Director of Veterans Affairs
Jefferson County Veteran Services has a new face at the helm. Marissa King has spent the month of November introducing herself to local veterans and their families and she is already making an impact in the very busy Veteran Service Office. King is an active member of the Tennessee National Guard where she serves as […]
INVITATION TO BID – Jefferson County Board of Education Exterior Painting Services for Multiple School Buildings
Invitation to Bid: Jefferson County Board of Education Exterior Painting Services for Multiple School Buildings. The Jefferson County Board of Education (JCBOE) and JC Purchasing Department will be accepting sealed bids for the “JCBOE Exterior Painting Services for School Buildings.” A MANDATORY Pre-Bid meeting will be held on December 3, 2024, at 9:30am ET. Full […]
Shady Grove Boat Launch to Close Temporarily for Douglas Lake Cleanup Work
Due to interagency efforts to remove disaster-related debris from Douglas Lake, Shady Grove Boat Launch in Dandridge, Tennessee, will be temporarily closed to the public so the area can serve as a staging ground for cleanup work. The gate to the launch area will be closed starting Monday, Nov. 18, through the end of the […]