Gov. Lee Authorizes Tennessee National Guard to Support Hurricane Relief Efforts in Florida
Maj. Gen. Jeff Holmes, Tennessee’s Adjutant General, announced today that Tennessee Governor Bill Lee authorized the deployment of roughly 1,200 Soldiers and Airmen from the Tennessee National Guard to support response and recovery efforts for Hurricane Ian, which is expected to make landfall in Florida on Thursday. “As Florida braces for the impact of Hurricane Ian, […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Public Meetings For October 2022
PUBLIC NOTICE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN to all Nomination Committee members, Budget Committee members, County Commissioners, Jefferson County Residents, and all others who may be interested that the following meetings have been set. Nominating Committee: October 11th at 5:30 P.M. Budget Committee: October 11th at 5:30 P.M. County Commission Work Session: October 11th at 6:30 […]
2022 Jefferson County High School Homecoming Court
Representing the Patriot Academy and the freshmen class…….. Cheyenne Holt- is the daughter of John and Heather Holt of Jefferson City. She is a member of the varsity cheerleading team. Cheyenne enjoys cheer, gymnastics, making new friends, and spending time with her siblings. She is escorted by Luis Valdes, son of Sarah Corral of Jefferson […]
235th Anniversary Of Signing Of The U.S. Constitution Commemoration In Historic Dandridge
Bells rang out both in Dandridge and across America on Saturday afternoon, September 17, in commemoration of the 235th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Constitution. Just as the bells sounded throughout Philadelphia when the original document was signed, they rang again in joyful celebration as the Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter (MDW), National Society, […]
DARLENE ‘DEE’ GREELY
DARLENE ‘DEE’ GREELY Darlene Greely (75), loving servant and devoted mother, sister, and friend, completed her earthly mission and went on to be with her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, September 14, 2022. Celebration of life from 12-2p on Sunday, Sept 25 at Mynatt Funeral Home, Knoxville.
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Board Of School Commissioners Meeting, October 6, 2022
PUBLIC NOTICE OF MEETING Board of School Commissioners Thursday, October 6, 2022 Work Session 5:30 PM with Business Session to follow. Historic Courthouse Dr. Tommy Arnold, Director Jefferson County Schools
AG Skrmetti Leads State AG Response to U.S. Department of Education’s Proposed Regulations; Redefinition of “Sex”
Attorney General Jonathan Skrmetti today objected to the U.S. Department of Education’s (the Department) proposed Title IX regulations in a formal comment letter joined by nineteen other state attorneys general. Title IX of the Education Amendment protects people from discrimination based on sex and applies to schools, local and state educational agencies, and other institutions […]
Tennessee’s Unemployment Rate Inches Up Slightly in August
After three consecutive months of steady, near record low unemployment across the state, Tennessee’s jobless rate inched up slightly in August, according to the Department of Labor and Workforce Development. The seasonally adjusted unemployment rate for the month is 3.4%, up just 0.1 of a percentage point from July’s rate of 3.3%. The all-time low […]
VITAL POLICY – Bidding Irregularities Uncovered Concerning Jefferson County Schools Social Emotional Learning (SEL) Training Contract
Jefferson County Schools (JCS) started a contractual business relationship with and made payments to a Texas based vendor to deliver Social Emotional Learning (SEL) staff training fourteen months before bids were advertised for the purchase of that service. State and Federal Laws require formal bidding on certain purchases made by government entities to ensure that […]
State Rep. Andrew Farmer appointed to examine criminal sentencing and supervision
Tennessee House Speaker Cameron Sexton, R-Crossville, today announced he has appointed State Rep. Andrew Farmer, R-Sevierville, to chair a special committee to examine the adequacy of criminal sentencing and supervision following an uptick in serious violent crimes in Memphis. Created by the Speakers of the House and Senate, the joint ad hoc committee will review guidelines relevant […]
Constitution Week Begins September 17 In Downtown Dandridge
On September 17 two hundred thirty-five years ago, 39 delegates to the Constitutional Convention in Philadelphia signed the United States Constitution at the Pennsylvania State House (now known as Independence Hall). This year that event will be commemorated in Dandridge with a celebration organized by the Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter (MDW), National Society, Daughters of […]
EDITORIAL – New School Board, Old Ways?
It has been a really long time since I have been mad at a meeting. Years have gone by since I first started attending School Board Meetings. My first foray into the wonderful world of our local school board came long, long ago when I, as a parent, had some very serious concerns regarding the […]
School Board First Meet After Election
The Jefferson County School Board convened last week for their first meeting following the seating of newly elected members Ibbetson and Cameron and re-seating of members Bradley and Jarnigan. Following the Call to Order, Jefferson County Director of Schools Arnold opened the floor for nominations for the position of Chairman of the Board. Board Member […]
VITAL POLICY – Citizen Activism, Public Policy, Education, and County Debt Discussed at Jefferson County Republican Town Hall Meeting
Congresswoman Diana Harshbarger (TN-District 1) led the pack of speakers and presenters. State Representatives Jeremy Faison (TN-District 11) and Andrew Farmer (TN-District 17) visited with constituents and listened to views expressed by the party membership with the open mic format. Following Harshbarger’s presentation, Josh Cameron, JCRP Treasurer, presented the congresswoman with a donation check from […]
AEC is Awarded Multi-Million Dollar Broadband Grant from the State of Tennessee
The State of Tennessee awarded Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) with a broadband grant for a total $8,631,244.48 as part of the Tennessee Emergency Broadband Fund-American Rescue Plan (TEBF-ARP). AEC will receive funding throughout and upon completion of the project. AEC General Manager Greg Williams states, “We’re very excited about receiving news from the State of […]
Director of Schools, Tommy Arnold – Exciting to see hard work pay off
Director of Schools, Tommy Arnold regarding Reward Schools and District Status We are very proud of the hard work that goes into a school scoring well on the state assessment. It’s truly a team effort of all the stakeholders and we are excited for the three schools being recognized by the state as a Reward […]