League of Women Voters Candidate Debate
The Jefferson County League of Women Voters hosted a Candidate Debate and Forum for the August 7, 2014 election, on June 19, 2014 in the Ted Russell Building on Carson Newman University Campus. Due to the number of potential candidates the decision was made to split the group into two rooms, with candidates from Commission […]
New Market Holds 10th Annual SummerFest
The New Market Fire Department hosted their 10th annual SummerFest this weekend. A community event, SummerFest is a highly anticipated fundraiser for the New Market Volunteer Fire Department. Great food and multiple activities for the children were punctuated with toe tapping music at the two day shindig. Despite a little sporadic rain, the event was […]
MARY W. MANNING COLLINS
MARY W. MANNING COLLINS, age 84, of Morristown, TN and formerly of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday evening, June 21, 2014 at her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, William and Hazel Manning; son, Lynn Tipton; granddaughter, Lindsey Williams; brothers, Everett and Harold Manning. She is survived by her children, Bill (Mary) […]
Welcome First Day Of Summer
Those that have witnessed the traffic on the area lakes might be hard to convince but today is actually the first day of summer 2014. The calendar says that summer is finally upon us, as of June 21, 2014. Mother Nature, however, has been sending soaring temperatures to the region for several weeks. Saturday is […]
VICKIE JEAN BAILEY
VICKIE JEAN BAILEY, age 61, of Dandridge, TN passed away Friday evening, June 20, 2014. A helper of many who was loved by all, our angel has gone to be with the Lord. She was preceded in death by her parents, Charlie and Lois (Owen) Bohanan. She is survived by her husband, David Bailey; brothers, […]
Daryle Keck To Serve As Interim President And CEO Of Chamber
The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors is pleased to announce that Daryle Keck will serve as interim President and CEO of the Chamber until a full-time replacement is announced. Mr. Keck served as Chairman of the Chamber Board of Directors during 2012 and 2013 and is familiar with the Chamber programs such […]
CHARLES SUMNER “CHUCK” SIMMS
CHARLES SUMNER “CHUCK” SIMMS, age 75, of Dandridge, TN passed away Thursday evening, June 19, 2014 at his home. He served his country in the U.S. Navy and remained very patriotic until his death. He was a member of the Dandridge First United Methodist Church. Chuck was loved by all that knew him and will […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board of School Commissioners Meeting, June 24, 2014
PUBLIC NOTICE The Jefferson County Board of School Commissioners will meet in regular session on Tuesday, June 24, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. at the Patriot Academy. Prior to the regular meeting, the board will meet with legal counsel beginning at 5:30 p.m. at the Patriot Academy. 06/19/2014 – 06/24/2014
John C McClellan, III of First Peoples Bank of Tennessee Receives Diploma From Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University
John C McClellan, III, Vice President and Business Development Officer of First Peoples Bank of Tennessee was among the 190 bankers receiving graduation diplomas on June 6, 2014 from the Graduate School of Banking at Louisiana State University. This three-year program provides courses covering all aspects of banking, economics and related subjects. Students traveled from […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – E911 Board of Jefferson County Meeting, June 26, 2014
PUBLIC NOTICE The Regular scheduled meeting of the E-911 Board of Jefferson County will be held Thursday June 26, 2014 at 1:00pm at the Jefferson County Emergency Services Center 911 Conference Room 581 W. Old AJ Hwy. New Market, TN 37820 Justin Crowther Director, Jefferson County 911 475-4911 06/19/2014 – 06/26/2014
You’re Invited!
The Jefferson County Post is please to announce that we will be hosting some very special guests this Friday afternoon and Saturday morning. Martha and John Eachus, of Talking Turkey Studio in Gatlinburg will be showing their wonderful stained glass art in the reception area of the Jefferson County Post, located at 1237 Gay Street […]
Gang Members Hit Jeffco Pharmacy, Dandridge Police Make Quick Arrest
Three suspects were arrested early Wednesday morning, June 18, 2014, for Burglarizing JEFFCO Drugs Pharmacy. Shortly after midnight, Dandridge Police was dispatched to JEFFCO Drugs , located at 127 W. Meeting Street in Dandridge, to investigate an alarm in progress, as well as a witness call in advising that the witness had observed three people […]
Possible $2.35 Tax Rate – $666,303 Found
The Jefferson Count Budget Committee met for their Fiscal Year 2014-2015 Budget Session on Tuesday, June 17, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Following an extensive wait for a quorum, the meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Blevins and Dockery. With a Motion from Committee […]
Unity Medical Group Opens New Location In Jefferson City
Unity Medical Group hosted an open house and health screening on June 12th. Refreshments and a little fun for the kids were coupled with the opportunity to meet the staff of the practice. Located at 1004 N. Hwy 92 Suite C in Jefferson City, established patients and visitors dropped by the new address in large […]
Canning College Offered, July 8,10 & 17, 2014
Learn how to preserve your food in a three-part, hands-on workshop! As the Family & Consumer Sciences Extension Agent, I am part of the Cooperative Extension System, which is a partnership between the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), The University of Tennessee, and Jefferson County. USDA and Extension have a long history of providing advice […]
County Commission Declines To Approve Urban Growth Extensions
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Monthly Session on Monday, June 16, 2014 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Barreiro. With a Motion from Commissioner Akard and 2nd from Commissioner Turner the Minutes were Approved. Five citizens […]