Cabinet & Design Gallery Opens Doors with Community-Focused Ribbon Cutting in Historic Dandridge
Historic Dandridge welcomed a new local gem yesterday as Cabinet & Design Gallery officially opened its doors at 876 South Highway 92. Owned by Dan and Rebel Chreste, the gallery celebrated its launch with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, drawing attendees from across the community, including chamber members, […]
INVITATION TO BID: Jefferson County Landfill/Sanitation Cell III Solid Waste Disposal Services
Invitation to Bid: Jefferson County Landfill/Sanitation Cell III Solid Waste Disposal Services The Jefferson County Purchasing Dept. will be accepting sealed bids for “Class III Solid Waste Disposal Services” for the JC Sanitation & Landfill Department. Vendor will need to be capable of disposing approximately 450 tons of Class III waste per month for approximately […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Request for Proposals: Jefferson County High School Agricultural Barn Project
Request for Proposals: Jefferson County High School Agricultural Barn Project The Jefferson County Board of Education will be accepting sealed bids for “JCHS Agricultural Barn Project”. Bidders must obtain plans, specs, and contract documents from the Lewis Group Architects, 611 King St. Knoxville, TN 37917, Telephone 865-584- 5000. All documents will be available electronically by […]
County Commission Holds First Meeting Of New Fiscal Year
The Jefferson County Commission held the first meeting of the new fiscal year on Monday, July 21, 2025. Preceding the start of Business, Proclamations and Resolutions were presented in honor of the late Mack France Jr. who perished in the service of his country during the Vietnam War and in honor of the Bradenton Lodge […]
GOP Chairman Jeremy Faison encourages Tennesseans to take advantage of sales tax holiday
House Republican Caucus Chairman Jeremy Faison, R-Cosby, is encouraging citizens to take advantage of Tennessee’s upcoming sales tax holiday. The state’s annual back-to-school tax-free weekend, designated by the Tennessee General Assembly, begins Friday, July 25 at 12:01 a.m. and ends Sunday, July 27 at 11: 59 p.m. “The Volunteer State leads the nation in fiscal stability, conservative governance and […]
TWRA and ABR Reach New Partnership Agreement
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) and the Appalachian Bear Rescue (ABR) have reached a new partnership agreement for black bear rehabilitation in Tennessee. During the course of 2023 and 2024, the presence of pneumonia raised initial concerns about the health of bears being housed at ABR. After a difficult decision in December 2024 to […]
Sun, Surf… and Salmonella? What to Watch for at Seafood Buffets This Summer
Buffet Safety Tips for Beachgoers and Big Families As summer heats up and families flock to the coasts for sun, surf, and seafood, buffet-style dining becomes an easy go-to—especially for large groups with diverse tastes. But with beachside restaurants often spotlighting seafood buffets, it’s even more important to be food-safe savvy. Here’s how to enjoy […]
Caution Advised As Prolonged Heat Wave Settles On East Tennessee
East Tennessee Swelters Under Prolonged Heat Wave East Tennessee residents are enduring a relentless stretch of scorching summer weather, as a powerful heat dome continues to grip the region. Temperatures have consistently climbed into the mid-90s, with heat index values soaring past 100 degrees in many valley areas. The National Weather Service has issued repeated […]
Jefferson City Public Library – August 2025 general programming schedule
Storytime Tuesdays, 10:30 – Homeschool Academy, August 5th & 12th, cancelled 19th & 26th, resumes Sept 5th. Wednesdays, 10:30 am – Storytime, Go! Join us for stories, songs, and crafts designed to promote children’s early literacy skills. Geared towards children 3-5. Thursdays, 10:30 am – Little Listeners, A storytime for babies and toddlers to enjoy […]
Harshbarger Joins President Trump at White House for Signing of HALT Fentanyl Act
Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (R-TN) joined President Donald J. Trump at the White House to celebrate the signing of the bipartisan Halt All Lethal Trafficking (HALT) of Fentanyl Act, landmark legislation aimed at cracking down on the trafficking and abuse of deadly illegal fentanyl that continues to devastate communities across the nation. “Counterfeit Fentanyl is one of […]
Office of Evidence and Impact Releases Updated Education to Employment Dashboard
The Tennessee Department of Finance and Administration’s Office of Evidence and Impact (OEI) has released an updated dashboard illustrating Tennessee students’ educational achievement and employment outcomes. “OEI works with state departments to support their efforts to make evidence and data-driven decisions,” said Department of Finance and Administration Commissioner Jim Bryson. “This updated dashboard represents the […]
TDEC’s Office of Outdoor Recreation Announces $22 Million in Parks and Recreation Grants
The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation’s Office of Outdoor Recreation today announced $22,059,191 in grants from the Local Parks and Recreation Fund (LPRF) program, the Tennessee Recreation Initiative Program (TRIP), and the Recreational Trails Program (RTP) for 31 communities across the state. The LPRF program provides state funding to match local government investments for […]
