Pet Adoption Event at Jefferson City Tractor Supply, March 11, 2023
The Jefferson City Tractor Supply is inviting customers to attend a Pet Adoption Event on Mar. 11, 2023, from 9:00 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. “As an active advocate and supporter of pet rescue and adoption, Tractor Supply strives to inform our customers of the pet adoption process by providing a safe and comfortable space for […]
KEYSTONE RAPTOR 5th WHEEL TOY HAULER FOR SALE
KEYSTONE RAPTOR 5th WHEEL TOY HAULER FOR SALE For sale 2008 Keystone Raptor 5th wheel toy hauler model 299 new tires fully self contained $12,000 or best offer 630-777-1518 in Dandridge TN.
PUBLIC NOTICE – Public Records Commission Meeting, March 21, 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN to all County Commissioners, Jefferson County Residents, and all others who may be interested that the following meeting has been set. Public Records Commission: March 21, 2023 at 8:30 A.M. All meetings will be held in the Jefferson County Historic Courthouse. Located at 202 W. Main St. Dandridge, TN […]
Spirit of Nations Powwow to Celebrate Native Voices
In recognition of the “Celebrate Native Voices” theme of the 2023 Spirit of Nations powwow, Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts has issued a proclamation declaring Saturday, March 25th, as “Celebrate Native Voices Day” in Jefferson County. The powwow will be held at Jefferson County High School in Dandridge, TN. Susan Price, Director of Field Experiences […]
Governor Lee, Commissioner McWhorter Announce OTICS USA, Inc. to Expand Manufacturing Operations in Hamblen County
Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee, Department of Economic and Community Development Commissioner Stuart McWhorter and OTICS USA, Inc. officials announced today the company will invest $147 million to expand its manufacturing operations in Morristown, Tennessee. OTICS USA will create 70 new jobs at its U.S. headquarters in Hamblen County through the expansion. As a supplier for […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson Alliance Meeting, March 15, 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN to all Jefferson Alliance members, Jefferson County residents, and all others who may be interested that there will be a Jefferson Alliance meeting on Wednesday, March 15, 2023 at 8:30 A.M. This meeting will be held in the Jefferson City Fire Department Training Room located at 104 City Center […]
General Skrmetti Takes Next Step in Lawsuit against Biden Administration
To prevent a new U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) rule from inflicting substantial financial damage on the American people, Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti, in partnership with 24 other state attorneys general, took the next step in his previously announced lawsuit against President Biden’s administration by filing a motion for preliminary injunction. The DOL rule […]
Pellet Gun Confiscated From Student at Rush Strong School
Statement from Dr. Tommy Arnold, Jefferson County Director of Schools – Today at 10:39 a lockdown was instituted at Rush Strong School because a student reported seeing a gun in another student’s backpack. Within minutes, administrators and the SRO found the student, as well as the gun; the student was removed from the classroom to […]
U.S. Teen Girls Experiencing Increased Sadness and Violence
New CDC report raises urgency to invest in schools as a vital lifeline to help struggling youth Teen girls are experiencing record high levels of violence, sadness, and suicide risk LGBQ+ teens continue to face extremely high levels of violence and mental health challenges According to new CDC data [9.8 MB, 89 pages] released today, nearly 3 […]
Apply Now for 2023 Specialty Crop Block Grants
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is now accepting applications for the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). SCBGP funds are granted to enhance production and competitiveness of specialty crops, including fruits and vegetables, dried fruits, tree nuts, honey, floriculture, and other nursery crops. “With the diverse range of […]
TACN Partners with Vanderbilt University Medical Center as it Expands Service to Tennessee Hospital Systems
The Tennessee Advanced Communications Network (TACN) is excited to announce that Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) will be the first hospital system to join the statewide radio network. This provides the ability for redundant communication capabilities in areas with inadequate service coverage or in the event of a disaster where internet and phone services are […]
Remembering Our Forgotten Patriots & 7th Anniversary
“Remembering Our Forgotten Patriots” was the program presented by State Corresponding Secretary and member of State Speakers Staff Holly Matthews, Tennessee Society, Daughters of the American Revolution (TSDAR), at the February 11 meeting of the Martha Dandridge Washington (MDW) Chapter, National Society, Daughters of the America Revolution (NSDAR). The program focused on Patriots of Black, […]
STEAM Team at Dandridge Memorial Library, March 4, 2023
Join the STEAM Team at Dandridge Memorial Library! Kids ages 5-12 are invited to join us each month for a new Science, Technology, Engineering, Art or Math activity, beginning March 4 at 11am with a slime making lab. For more information, visit www.jcpls.org, www.facebook.com/dandridgelibrary or call 865-397-9758.
VITAL POLICY – Senator Niceley Files Proposed Legislation to Permit Communities to Elect School Superintendents
For the past 30 years, citizens of have longed for the day when they could regain the right to elect their school superintendent. A voting right that was striped from Tennesseans in 1992 by a comprehensive education act that was pushed through the legislature by special interests. Until the Education Improvement Act of 1992 was […]
Phillip Batts New DOE Transportation and Safety Supervisor
Phillip Batts is a familiar face to many in Jefferson County. He attended school in Jefferson County and is a proud graduate of Jefferson County High School. Phillip is also known to many through his service on the Dandridge Police Department where he was Sergeant over Patrol and a Training Officer before making the move […]
New Market Elementary Students To Move To Rush Strong School For 6th, 7th and 8th Grade
Jefferson County students attending New Market Elementary School will no longer attend middle school at Jefferson Middle School. Action taken earlier this month by the Jefferson County School Board will send students attending New Market Elementary School to Rush Strong School for their 6th, 7th and 8th grade years. Students that are currently attending Jefferson […]