Dandridge Library Workshops, September 26, 2013
The Dandridge Library will be presenting workshops on Thursday at 2:00 PM beginning Sept. 26. Workshops will include local Artisans featuring: wood carving, making greeting cards, ham radio operation, cross stitching, and many more. For details stop by the library or visit our facebook page. Everyone is welcome to attend.
Audit Committee – Finance Office Examines Post Landfill Closure Costs Owed By County
The Jefferson County Audit Committee met on Monday, September 16, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Mills. All Members were Present. Jefferson County Finance Director Helton informed the Committee that he had consulted with the Lamar Dunn Firm concerning a Committee request to determine if […]
Harvest Moon, One of the earliest signs of Fall
Though Wednesday was hump day for most people, this week it brought something special. The 2013 Harvest Moon made its appearance on September 18-19, lighting up the night sky like a pumpkin. September 22nd marks the Autumn Equinox and the Harvest Moon is the full moon that is closest to the Equinox. Though it was […]
Jefferson County Commission – Two New Members Appointed To IDB
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, September 16, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Commission Chairman Mill called the meeting to order. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Barreiro and Carmichael. With no opposing nominations, the previous Commission officers will serve another term (Mills-Chairman, Griffith-Vice Chair, Parliamentarian-Estes, Chaplin-Tabor). […]
Footwear Manufacturer Announces Location in Jefferson City
The Footwear Division of the Merchant House International Group announced today that it has purchased a 40,000 square foot building in the Jefferson City Industrial Park where it plans to manufacture its line of men’s leather boots and shoes. The operation, to be known as Footwear Industries of Tennessee, Inc. (FIT), will begin shipping footwear […]
Jefferson Memorial Hospital Increases Efficiencies Through Six Sigma Project
Tennova Healthcare today announced that Jefferson Memorial Hospital has reached the impressive goal of 4 minutes for total average wait times to register patients scheduled for tests or procedures, such as diagnostic imaging and outpatient surgery. Hospital administrators attribute the faster service to process improvements associated with its Six Sigma quality initiative. Six Sigma, developed […]
Robert Tino to be honored at the Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival at Arrowmont “The Night with the Artist Party”, Oct 5, 2013
Robert A. Tino has interpreted the landscape of the Great Smoky Mountains with an eye for nearly twenty years. Whether the medium is watercolor or oil, Robert preserves his personal experience of the mountains with each scene in remarkable detail, while exploring his characteristic affinity for flourishes of color, depth and texture. Since his first […]
Coleman, Duncan bring home SAC player of the week honors
Carson-Newman linebacker Jaycob Coleman (Norton, Va.) and kicker/punter Curt Duncan (Morristown, Tenn.) have been named the South Atlantic Conference’s defensive and special teams player of the week, respectively. The honor is Duncan’s fifth after winning special teams player of the week four times last year. Coleman grabs the award for the first time in his […]
“Take a Kid to the Game” day set for C-N football contest with Brevard
Carson-Newman, in conjunction with the NCAA, has set Saturday’s contest with the Brevard Tornados as “Take a Kid to the Game” Day. As such, children 13 and under will be admitted free. Kickoff is at 1 p.m. at Burke-Tarr Stadium on the C-N campus. Gates open at 11:30. The stadium will be filled with activities […]
Workforce Employer Outreach Committee Employer Forum, September 25, 2013
“Tennessee Workers’ Compensation – 2013 Avoid some of the most common mistakes & cut your workers’ comp costs” Presented by: Jeff Francis Assistant Administrator TN Dept. of Labor & Workforce Development, Nashville Wednesday, Sept. 25, 2013 8:30 a.m. Breakfast Meeting Location: Jefferson Memorial Hospital/Tennova,* 110 Hospital Drive Jefferson City, TN 37821 *Breakfast courtesy of Jefferson Memorial […]
Women’s golf wraps up day one of Full Moon BBQ Invite
Carson-Newman finished day one of the Montevallo Full Moon BBQ Invitational in eighth place following a 329. Danielle Baiunco (Melbourne, Fla.) rounded out a top 20 performance with a 79 (+9) to finish in a tie for 12. Meridith Hawkins (Powell, Tenn.) rests two strokes beyond her with an 81 (+11) and in a tie […]
INVITATION TO BID – Ambulance Remounts
Invitation to Bid The Jefferson County EMA will be accepting bids for 2 ambulance remounts. The Units shall meet Jefferson County bid specifications. Complete specifications may be obtained in person from the Jefferson County Emergency Management Office during regular business hours at 531 Old Andrew Johnson Highway, New Market, Tn. 37820 or by calling 865-471-9001. […]
Fall Collection 2013 Fashion Show, September 28 – Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Jefferson County Habitat for Humanity ReStore proudly presents the Fall Collection 2013 Fashion Show, Saturday, Sept. 28, from 10:30 – 12:00. There will be models of all ages showcasing the fall line of clothing and accessories for sale at the Habitat ReStore. Admission is free (although monetary donations are gratefully accepted), and there will be […]
Do You Know WHAT This Is?
This Week’s Mystery Pic Send us an email to goodguess@jeffersoncountypost.com Correct answers are announced each week. Congratulations to Karen Lyle Karen was the first to guess last week’s Mystery Pic correctly. The correct answer was: Pumpkin Seeds
JCHS vs Greeneville and Special Visit from 1983 Championship Team
Friday, September 13th, the Jefferson County Patriots faced off against the Greeneville Green Devils at Shannon Field. The Patriots were hoping to improve their record with Friday evening’s match up but could not find their groove and ended up posting a loss to the Green Devils. In the first quarter, Jefferson County won the toss […]
JCHS Dancers Get Pregame Help From Junior Dance Team
The Jefferson County High School Dance Team got a little help from their friends in the pregame show against Greeneville Friday from the Junior Dance Team.