INVITATION TO BID – Jefferson County Vehicle Maintenance Facility Expansion
Invitation to Bid The Jefferson County (JC) Purchasing Department will be accepting sealed bids for the “Jefferson County Vehicle Maintenance Facility Expansion”. A Mandatory Pre-Bid Meeting will be held on February 3, 2026, at 10am ET at the facility located at 646 Grove Road, Dandridge, TN 37725. Sealed bids should be labeled “JC Vehicle Maintenance […]
Tennessee State Troopers and State Homeland Security Agents to Lead Storm-Related Welfare Checks Across State
TBI Activates 800-TBI-FIND Hotline for Only Third Time in History to Coordinate Disaster-Related Family Reconnection Efforts NASHVILLE, Tenn. – The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security today announced that Tennessee Highway Patrol State Troopers and State Homeland Security Agents will lead coordinated efforts to conduct welfare checks on Tennesseans who have not been heard from […]
TWRA PARTNERS WITH FRIENDS OF DOUGLAS LAKE TO ENHANCE FISH HABITATS
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) has partnered with Friends of Douglas Lake (FODL), a nonprofit, all-volunteer organization dedicated to improving and sustaining fish populations in Douglas Lake, to enhance fish habitat. FODL is one of more than 150 chapters of the Friends of Reservoirs foundation, which operates in 37 states. Friends of Douglas Lake […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Notice of Cancellation – Jefferson County Board of Zoning Appeals and Regional Planning Commission Meeting, January 27, 2026
The Jefferson County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for January 27, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. is cancelled due to frigid temperatures and inclement weather. Brian Morgan, Chairman
Williams honored by Rescue 180 with Courage Award
A special event was held at the Rescue 180 Crisis Center to provide great food and fellowship, and to give honor where honor is due in the area, of our community’s leaders who have impacted us in the field of substance abuse recovery. Rescue 180, the county’s Substance Abuse Coalition, has been providing Prevention Education […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Notice Of Meeting Dates, February 2026
Notice of Meetings Board of School Commissioners Thursday, February 5, 2026 Business Session @ 6:30PM Historic Courthouse Saturday, February 21, 2026 Board Retreat @ 10:00AM -12:00PM Patriot Academy Media Center Monday, February 23, 2026 Work Session @ 6:30PM Historic Courthouse This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 442 of the public […]
Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule for 2026
The American Academy of Pediatrics has published the “Recommended Childhood and Adolescent Immunization Schedule: United States, 2026,” that continues to recommend routine immunization for protection against 18 diseases, including RSV, hepatitis A, hepatitis B, rotavirus, influenza, and meningococcal disease. A policy statement describes the schedule, released on Jan. 26, 2026, in AAP Red Book Online, the […]
Consumer Alert: Protect Yourself During Tennessee’s Winter Storm
Severe winter storms have recently impacted communities across Tennessee, leaving many residents facing urgent recovery challenges. The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office urges all consumers to stay vigilant and informed as you navigate insurance claims, home repairs, vehicle purchases, and financial obligations. The Tennessee Attorney General’s Office offers the following consumer tools for those impacted by […]
Tennessee National Guard Supports Winter Storm Response
Soldiers and Airmen with the Tennessee National Guard are supporting state, county, and local emergency responders as they assist Tennesseans affected by the inclement winter weather, which includes snow, ice, and freezing rain, that began on January 23. At the request of the Tennessee Emergency Management Agency, Guardsmen have been activated to support statewide emergency response and recovery. They are […]
THE JEFFERSON COUNTY HEALTH DEPARTMENT URGES RESIDENTS TO BE PREPARED FOR WINTER WEATHER
The Jefferson County Health Department is urging everyone to be prepared for dangerous winter weather that is predicted this weekend. It’s important to stay off the roads if possible and have a winter storm kit in your car if you must be on the road; have non-perishable snacks, bottled water, blankets, flashlights and warm clothes. […]
Tennessee Unemployment Rate Holds Steady at 3.6%
NASHVILLE – Tennessee’s unemployment rate held steady in December at 3.6%, eight-tenths of a percentage point below the national rate, according to new data from the Tennessee Department of Labor and Workforce Development (TDLWD). The state’s seasonally adjusted unemployment rate was unchanged from the previous month. The rate was also 3.6% in November. A year ago, […]
Current Activation Status is: Level 3- State of Emergency
The Governor or the Governor’s designee under TCA 58-2-107 may declare a state of emergency by executive order or proclamation, or by activation of the Tennessee Emergency Management Plan (TEMP). This law allows the Governor to assume direct operational control over all or any part of the emergency management functions within the state. The TEMP […]
INVITATION TO BID – Jefferson County Correctional Facility Fire Smoke Detector Replacement
Invitation to Bid: Jefferson County Correctional Facility Fire Smoke Detector Replacement The Jefferson County Purchasing Dept. will be accepting sealed bids for the “Jefferson County Correctional Facility (Jail) Fire Smoke Detector Replacement”. A Mandatory Pre-Bid meeting will be held on January 26, 2026, at 10:00am ET at 765 Justice Center Drive Dandridge, TN 37725 Pre-Registration […]
County Commission First Meeting of 2026
The Jefferson County Commission held their first meeting of 2026 on January 20th in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Lowe, Norton and Patterson. Public hearings were held on three zoning issues with only Resolution 2026-01 garnering public comment. This resolution concerned property on Harrison Road in White Pine which […]
Mayor Potts – Local Fire & Rescue Departments To Receive $465,000 CDBG Grant for Turn-Out Gear
Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts recently met with the Jefferson County Fire and Rescue Association to announce the the County is the recipient of the Community Development Block Grant. The proceeds from this grant will be spread evenly among the local fire departments and rescue squad for turnout gear. According to Mayor Potts, Jefferson County […]
Three UT Horse Management Field Days Scheduled for February
The University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture is planning three in-person field days in February focused on horse management. The 11th annual Horse Management Field Days will be held regionally across Tennessee, featuring presentations and educational material on a variety of equine-specific topics. “The Horse Management Field Days are always great events for equine owners to learn hands-on skills […]