Obituary – Jeremy Scott Sutton of White Pine, August 31, 2024
Jeremy Scott Sutton, age 44 of White Pine, passed from this life on the evening of Saturday, August 31, 2024. His End of Watch came while valiantly serving in the field to which he had dedicated his life. Jeremy’s desire to help others began in early childhood. As a Junior Squadsman, he followed in the […]
Tragic Collision in Jefferson County: Paramedic Killed, Another Injured in Ambulance Crash Involving Tractor-Trailer
A tragic accident occurred on Saturday night in Jefferson County, resulting in the death of paramedic Jeremy Sutton and injuring Sarah Brooks. The crash took place around 9:30 p.m. on Interstate 40 near the I-81 interchange. Both Sutton and Brooks sustained injuries and were transported to the University of Tennessee Medical Center for treatment. According […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Health Department Council Meeting, September 17, 2024
State of Tennessee, Department of Health Jefferson County Health Department Name of Board: Jefferson County Health Council Date of Meeting: September 17, 2024 Time: Noon Place: In Person, at the Jefferson County Health Department, 931 Industrial Park Road, Dandridge; held downstairs in the Conference Room Contact Person: Jeanne Beffrey, Health Educator Jefferson County Health Department […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Opioid Board of Jefferson County, Tennessee Meeting, September 9, 2024
Notice of Meeting of the Opioid Board of Jefferson County, Tennessee PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Opioid Board of Jefferson County, Tennessee (the “County”) will meet in regular, open, and public session at the Jefferson County, Tennessee Courthouse at 1:00 p.m., on Monday, September 9 2024, for the purpose of considering all matters […]
2024 Labor Day Boating Weekend
The Labor Day holiday, the final major weekend of the 2024 summer boating season, is Aug. 31-Sept. 2. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency issues a reminder to wear life jackets and for boating in a safe and responsible manner. The TWRA wants all those who visit the waterways to have an enjoyable time. However, TWRA […]
AEC Co-op Connections Error Correction – dates that member payment options will be offline
Release from AEC: In our September Co-op Connections that was released this morning, there was an error concerning the dates that member payment options will be offline. We inadvertently put the beginning date as “November 30“. This date is actually September 30. It should read as follows… Beginning September 30th at 4:00 pm through Monday, October 7th, […]
More illnesses and deaths in Listeria outbreak linked to deli meats is reminder to avoid recalled products
A CDC Food Safety Alert update regarding a multistate outbreak of Listeria monocytogenes infections has been posted at https://www.cdc.gov/listeria/outbreaks/delimeats-7-24.html Key Points: Since the last update on August 8, 2024, 14 more illnesses have been reported bringing the total to 57. All 57 people have been hospitalized and 9 deaths have now been reported. The 6 new deaths include one […]
American Academy of Pediatrics Offers 10 Tips to Keep Children Healthy and Happy in School
As the school year begins, every family wants their children to be healthy, active and ready to learn. To prepare children and teens to be at their best – physically, mentally, socially and emotionally – the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends regular visits with the pediatrician, as well as immunizations that help keep all […]
Gov. Lee Awards GIVE Grants to Further Strengthen Rural Workforce Development
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee announced recipients of the Governor’s Investment in Vocational Education (GIVE) grant program, which prioritizes learning opportunities in rural counties and enhances career and technical education statewide. Tennessee has made notable progress in rural workforce development which has resulted in securing over 41,500 new jobs and nearly $19 billion in capital investment […]
Tennessee Higher Education Commission Awarded $35 Million GEAR UP Grant to Enhance College Readiness Across the State
The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a $35 million GEAR UP (Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs) grant from the U.S. Department of Education. This seven-year grant, set to run from September 2024 through September 2031, will play a pivotal role in promoting college […]
Jefferson County Commission Leads Way on State Sovereignty
Tennessee State Senator Janice Bowling (R-Tullahoma) wants legislators to put their money where their mouth is by passing a bill aimed at creating a set of legal pathways for the citizens of Tennessee, or legislators, to exercise their authority to nullify certain federal overreach. She discussed this important issue at the Warren County Republican Party […]
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 pre-bid meeting will be held on September 5, 2024, at 10am ET at the facility located at 646 Grove Road, Dandridge, TN 37725. A digital file or link containing PDFs of drawings, […]
Secretary of State Tre Hargett Encourages Citizens to Become Poll Workers for Nov. 5 State & Federal Election
Ahead of the Nov. 5 State and Federal General Election, Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett is again encouraging Tennesseans to consider becoming poll workers later this fall. “Our poll workers are critical to a successful election,” said Secretary Hargett. “We anticipate a robust voter turnout, and there is always a need for poll workers, […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Meeting, September 5, 2024
Notice of Meeting Board of School Commissioners Thursday, September 5, 2024 Historic Courthouse Work Session @ 5:30PM – Business Session to follow. This notice is given in compliance with the provisions of Chapter 442 of the public acts of Tennessee for 1974. Dr. Tommy Arnold, Director Jefferson County Schools
TWRA Leasing Dove Fields for 2024 Season
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is seeking fields to lease for the upcoming 2024 dove season. Landowners can earn up to $4,000 for providing a dove field for public hunting. The first segment of dove season opens at noon on Sunday, Sept. 1. Leased fields must be available for public hunting a minimum of three […]