General Skrmetti Joins Coalition in Lawsuit Against US AG Garland, ATF on Pistol Brace Rule
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti joined a 24-state coalition in filing a lawsuit against U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives and its director that seeks to enjoin a recently issued final rule governing “Stabilizing Braces,” commonly known as pistol braces. The rule, called Factoring Criteria for Firearms with […]
New Cost Share for Agricultural and Forestry Businesses Announced
Agricultural and forestry businesses have a new opportunity to strengthen or expand operations with an innovative program. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) joins Governor Bill Lee in announcing the Tennessee Forestry, Agriculture, and Rural Markets (FARM) cost share. “Agriculture drives Tennessee’s economy, and this strategic investment will ensure that the industry continues to thrive,” […]
Consumer Alert: Honda Issues “Do Not Drive” Warning for Some Vehicles Equipped with Takata Airbags
The Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) in the Tennessee Attorney General’s Office is warning drivers to heed a new “Do Not Drive” warning from Honda. As of February 3rd, approximately 8,200 Acura and Honda (2001-2003) vehicles equipped with unrepaired Takata Alpha driver side air bag inflators remain on the road. If you own one of […]
New Assistant District Attorney Sworn in for the Fourth Judicial District
Nikolas Kear was recently sworn in at the Cocke County Courthouse as Assistant District Attorney for the Fourth Judicial District by Circuit Court Judge, the Honorable Carter Moore. The fourth district is comprised of Cocke, Grainger, Jefferson, and Sevier Counties. Nik is a graduate of Catawba College in Salisbury, North Carolina and the University of […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Special Called Budget Committee Meeting and Special Called County Commission Meeting, February 16, 2023 : Personnel Committee Meeting, March 1, 2023 : Nominating Committee Meeting April 10, 2023 : Audit Committee Meeting, March 13, 2023
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HERBY GIVEN to all Personnel Committee Members, Budget Committee Members, Nominating Committee Members, Audit Committee Members, County Commissioners, Jefferson County Residents, and all others who may be interested that the following meetings have been set. SPECAIL CALLED BUDGET COMMITTEE MEETING FEBRUARY 16TH AT 6:15 P.M. BUDGET AMENDMENTS: 1. LAND ACQUISITION, 2. […]
Carson-Newman University to build new residence life complex
Carson-Newman University students will soon have a new place to call home. Construction of a new residence life complex was given the green light, following approval by the University’s Board of Trustees during their January meeting. The announcement comes as the University prepares to open a 48,000 sq ft health sciences building this fall, adding […]
Two VFLs Aiming For Super Bowl LVII Ring
Former Tennessee offensive lineman Trey Smith will take the field for the Kansas City Chiefs in Super Bowl LVII on Sunday night, seeking to become the latest VFL world champion. In addition, former defensive lineman and All-American Derek Barnett is vying to capture his second Super Bowl ring with the Philadelphia Eagles. Barnett has been on […]
Coaching Staff Shifts Focus To 2023 Season, Spring Practice Begins March 20
After an 11-win campaign last fall, Tennessee football has shifted its focus to the 2023 season with offseason workouts underway and the coaching staff gearing up for the start of spring practice next month. Defensive coordinator Tim Banks, new offensive coordinator Joey Halzle and new tight ends coach Alec Abeln met with the media on Wednesday afternoon. Halzle was promoted […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Health Department Meeting, February 21, 2023
PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT FOR RELEASE MEMORANDUM Date: February 6, 2023 To: Standard Banner, Jefferson County Post, From: State of Tennessee, Department of Health Jefferson County Health Department Name of Board: Jefferson County Health Council Date of Meeting: February 21, 2023 Time: Noon Place: In Person, Jefferson County Health Department, Conference Room 931 Industrial Park Road, Dandridge, […]
MAYOR MARK POTTS ANNOUNCES OFFICE CLOSURE DURING TEMPORARY RELOCATION OF OFFICES
County Mayor Mark Potts along with the Register of Deeds, Ed Stiner announce that the Jefferson County Register of Deeds and Archives Office will be relocating to the second Floor of the First Horizon Bank building immediately. In order to relocate all items for business operations, the offices will be closed beginning Wednesday, February 8 […]
Conagra recalls nearly 2.6 million pounds of canned meat and poultry
More than 2.5 million pounds of canned meat and poultry have been recalled because of a defect in their packaging that may cause the contents to become contaminated without showing any outward signs of an issue, according to U.S. health officials. The U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service published an announcement that several types of […]
Shark bites tied for 10-year low in 2022 but spiked in regional hotspots
The number of unprovoked shark attacks worldwide decreased last year, tying with 2020 for the fewest number of reported incidents in the last 10 years. According to the University of Florida’s International Shark Attack File, there were a total of 57 unprovoked bites in 2022, most of which occurred in the United States and Australia. Of […]
Summer Food Service Program Sponsor Application Period Opens for 2023
The Tennessee Department of Human Services (TDHS) is announcing its participation in the 2023 Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) and the opening of this year’s application period. The goal of the Summer Food Service Program is to ensure children 18 and younger, who benefit from meal programs at school, continue to have that same access […]
TDOE, TERA Releases 2022 Tennessee Educator Survey Results
Today, the Tennessee Department of Education and Tennessee Education Research Alliance (TERA) released key findings and responses from the 2022 Tennessee Educator Survey from more than 39,000 educators, totaling over half of the state’s educator population. Responses from the 2022 survey are vital to informing the state’s work on improving educator experiences in Tennessee. As […]
Do sleep medications increase your chances of dementia?
UCSF-Led Study Shows Benzos, Antidepressants, Ambien May Impact Cognition A new study shows that sleep medications increase the risk of dementia in whites. But the type and quantity of the medication may be factors in explaining the higher risk. It follows previous work that shows Blacks have a higher likelihood than whites of developing Alzheimer’s, […]
Attorney General Skrmetti Calls on Congress to Rein in the Biden Administration’s Emergency Covid Powers
Tennessee Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti joined a coalition of 15 state attorneys general in calling on Congressional leaders to end President Biden’s Administration’s continued use of pandemic emergency powers. Though President Biden himself has declared that “the pandemic is over,” his Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) continue […]