Christmas Season Officially Arrives For Jefferson County
WELCOME TO CYBER MONDAY The holiday shopping season has arrived with full force and the online retailers may be the biggest winners in the push for consumers. With online shopping growing in popularity, Cyber Monday has become a much anticipated shopping day for online consumers. A contrived day designed for online shopping, Cyber Monday was […]
The Elf Shoppe
The Elf Shoppe Are you looking for a unique gift to give this Christmas? The Elf Shoppe has something for everyone! Best of all, you are supporting a local ministry with every purchase. This year we will be offering many specialty themed gift baskets, hand knit/crochet items, edible gifts, and other surprises! Gifts range from […]
Haslam Announces $322,400 in Used Motor Oil Collection Grants
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Department of Environment and Conservation Commissioner Bob Martineau today announced $322,400 in collection grants to establish, upgrade and expand used motor oil collection centers in 21 counties across Tennessee. “It’s important to educate citizens on the proper disposal of used motor oil, and the use of these convenient community collection […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Special Called Meeting of Jefferson County Commission
PUBLIC NOTICE At the request of Chairman Mills of the Jefferson County Commission, Mayor Palmieri is calling a special meeting of County Commission for Tuesday, December 4, 2012. Special Called Meeting of County Commission. Tuesday, December 4, 2012, 5:00 P.M. Historical Courthouse in Dandridge, Tennessee Agenda 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Prayer […]
Christmas In Dandridge Candlelight Shopping – Nov 30, 2012
Friday, November 30th, 2012 5:00p.m. Come Enjoy Christmas in Downtown Dandridge Including… *Carriage Rides in the Historic District *Refreshments & Extended Shopping Hours *Choir performances and Much More!
Patriots vs. Red Devils in Season Opener
The Jefferson County Patriots hosted Knoxville Halls High School for the opening home game of the season. The Patriots and the Red Devils went head to head on the court in a high pressure and high scoring game. The final buzzer found the Patriots one point behind on the score board, as they lost a […]
Jobe Leonard’s Study Abroad: The Book of Jobe
This week, I am reviewing a local author’s book: Jobe Leonard’s Study Abroad: The Book of Jobe. Study Abroad is the true story of Jobe’s time spent in Europe, beginning with his studying abroad in the Netherlands. Truth be told, it is difficult to describe just what the book is. The story is told through […]
JEFFERSON COUNTY BUDGET COMMITTEE
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Tuesday, November 13, 2012 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Blevins. Upon a Motion from Committee Member Carmichael and 2nd from Committee Member Akard, the Committee Approved the Minutes of the September […]
Dining With Democrats – Dec 7, 2012
The Jefferson County Democratic Party invites county Democrats to gather for our December First Friday Dining With Democrats dutch treat lunch. The lunch will be Friday, December 7, at 11:30 a.m. at Perkins Family Restaurant in Dandridge. The large center room has been reserved. Reservations are needed and can be made by e-mailing Edna Langley […]
K-9s & Officers Showing Off At Wags & Waddles Duck Hunt
Fred Miller Park was the site for the Wags & Waddles Duck Hunt fundraiser this past weekend. The beneficiary of the effort, was the Morristown Dog Park. It was a fun filled event for the entire family including K-9 Officer demonstrations, vendors, fire trucks, miniature train rides, and lots of great food provided by Crazy […]
State of Tennessee Bonds Sell at Historic Low Interest Rates
The State of Tennessee sold more than $170 million worth of general obligation bonds this week at the lowest overall interest rates in more than 40 years. The debt offering was sold in two parts, consisting of $140,000,000 in tax-exempt bonds and $30,525,000 of federally taxable bonds. The combined true interest cost of the bonds […]
Audit Finds Serious and Pervasive Problems with the Department of Economic and Community Development’s TNInvestco Program
Tennessee’s TNInvestco Program, which is administered by the state Department of Economic and Community Development (ECD), has serious and pervasive problems, according to report released today by the Comptroller’s Division of State Audit. TNInvestco was launched in 2009 as a program that provides tax credits to businesses which invest in certain types of start-up companies. […]
Tennessee State Parks Announce Special Winter Rates
Tennessee State Parks will offer special winter rates for 360 villas and cabins, along with six state park inns from Nov. 15, 2012, through March 15, 2013. With a state park within an hour’s drive of just about anywhere in Tennessee, families and groups seeking unique recreation opportunities and high-quality accommodations can find the perfect […]
Collectors Showcase, Comic & Toy Convention
Collectors Showcase, Comic & Toy Convention was held at the Best Western Plus this past weekend. There were over fifteen vendors ranging from comic book style artist, comic books sellers, collectable figurine vendors and Jim O’Rear. This is the second time that Purgatory has hosted this event in Morristown. A different celebrity is at each […]
Will Shehata Negotiate a Cease-Fire?
Violence has flared between Gaza and Israel, as Israel seeks to end the daily rocket strikes that have been assailing Israeli cities. Israel has led three days of air strikes against Gaza, who is now calling for Israel to end its assault and “all acts of aggression and assassination,” as well as ending its blockade […]