Preparing For Colder Days Ahead
Cold weather is inching its way into Jefferson County and, like it or not, freezing temperatures are on the horizon. Though the County and much of the South experienced a very mild Winter of 2012, forecasters are all over the board in their predictions for Winter 2013. As the days grow increasingly shorter, it is […]
TOSHA Complaint Answered
Jefferson County has met the deadline that was set by the Department of Labor and Workforce Development Division of Occupational Safety and Health for Tennessee (TOSHA), regarding a two part complaint filed with their office. The complaint alleged that employees of the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department were required to capture and transport vicious animals without […]
Tennessee Releases Latest Education Data on 2012 Report Card
The 2012 state Report Card—posted on the Tennessee Department of Education website—offers detailed breakdowns of last year’s unprecedented statewide student achievement growth and presents the most recent data on graduation rate, demographics and school-level test scores. This summer, the department released statewide and district-by-district achievement results, and now Tennesseans can view data by grade level, […]
Senator Mike Faulk regarding progress cited in state’s report card on education
“I cannot think of better news for education — and for Tennessee — than to learn we are headed in the right direction in giving our students more opportunities to succeed,” said Senator Mike Faulk (R-Church Hill). “The news of these gains as cited in the Report Card are exactly what we wanted to hear. […]
Sawtelle on the campaign trail in the 7th District
Vickie Sawtelle, continued her campaign for 7th District County Commission, speaking at the 1st Annual Fun Ride , a fund raising effort to benefit the Strawberry Plains Library renovation. Speaking to the participants, Sawtelle said, “ the Fun Ride is a perfect example of pride and support for the family community. Constituents in 6th and […]
Asked and Answered: Holiday Decorating
I am trying to plan my holiday decorating and generally like to put our family tree up the weekend after Thanksgiving. We have a real tree every year and I am concerned that they will not be available the weekend after Thanksgiving because it falls so early this year. Do you have any idea when […]
R. R. Martin’s “A Clash of Kings”
Some readers may remember that some months ago I reviewed George R. R. Martin’s A Game of Thrones. Well, I have delved into the series some more and decided that it was time to review the second novel in the A Song of Ice and Fire series: A Clash of Kings. With such a developed […]
Have you ever had a brain blip?
Have you ever had a brain blip? Well, it seems I’m having more than my share. All day yesterday, I thought it was Sunday. I have no idea what happened to Saturday. Late Saturday night, I finally realized it was not Sunday. I said realized because it gives me some grace but really, I was […]
Buying Gifts for Children
Where does time go? It seems like yesterday that summer was in full bloom and school was a memory. Now… we are looking at the holiday season peeking around the corner. In a few short weeks Thanksgiving will arrive, bringing her bountiful feast and blessings, followed by Christmas and New Year’s Eve. It is time […]
Who can resell items copyrighted outside the US?
Does one really own what one buys? It sounds like a silly question, but increasingly in the global economy, this is becoming a serious thought for pondering. The digital age has brought the idea that consumers purchase use rights, rather than actually purchasing software, digital music, or e-books. Yet for over one hundred years, U. […]
Nov 13, League of Women Voters
The League of Women Voters of Jefferson County will hold its monthly program on Tuesday, November 13, 2012, 7:00 p.m., at the Jefferson City Community Center conference room. The program will feature guest speaker Judy Poulson, representing the Tennessee State League. Ms Poulson will discuss the League’s state and national goals for this year. Both […]
Nov 13, Book signing at New Market’s Minnis House B & B
Tuesday, November 13, 2012 from 5:30-8:00pm in honor of Frances Hodgson Burnett’s Birthday. She was a New Market resident and the author of Little Lord Fauntleroy, The Secret Garden, and The Little Princess. The owners, David & Kim Stapleton, are hosting the event with local & regional authors including Bill Landry, Sam Venable, Chef Walter […]
Fall 2012 Reading Program
Jefferson City Public Library, 1427 Russell Avenue, Jefferson City, TN 37760 is inviting all children to their Fall Reading Programs. Story hour every Friday at 11:00-12:00. We will be reading, singing, crafting, and just having a ball. Kids don’t forget to come early and pick out your books! Don’t fret older kids; we also have […]
Free Beginner Computer Workshops
Everyone in the community is welcome to attend. Registration is not required. We are encouraging customers to bring their own laptops. We have a limited amount of laptops and may require you to double up on them. So invite a friend and join us for these free workshops. Friday, November 9, 2012: Microsoft Word: letters, […]
Nov 8, Night Of The Patriots 2012 at JCHS
Night of the Patriots 2012 will be November 8 at 7:00 PM in the JCHS Gym. This is the 20th annual show, celebrating patriotism, showcasing student talent, and most importantly honoring our local veterans. All veterans are invited to enjoy a complementary chili supper in the Commons Area from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. A […]