Warm Weather Is Here: It’s Time to Protect Against Ticks
From May through July, people get tick bites and tickborne diseases more often than any other time of year in the United States, but many may not know they are at risk. Each year, nearly 30,000 confirmed cases of Lyme disease are reported to CDC, but a recent national survey reported that nearly 20 percent […]
Mine Rescue Teams Put Skills to the Test in Tennessee
When a mining accident takes place, the quick action of rescuers can mean the difference between life and death for miners trapped underground. A regional contest in Tennessee tested the teams charged with saving lives below ground, at a moment’s notice. On Thursday some of the most skilled metal/nonmetal mine rescue teams from Tennessee, and surrounding […]
MARY CATE JONES
MARY CATE JONES, age 82, of Strawberry Plains, TN passed away on Sunday, May 8, 2016 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. She was a member of Pleasant Grove Piney Baptist Church and had attended First Baptist Church of Knoxville for many years. She was retired from University of Tennessee with 37years service as an […]
Happy Mother’s Day from the Jefferson County Post!
Sunday, May 8, 2016 is Mother’s Day, the beloved holiday dedicated to celebrating the influence mothers have had throughout the lives of families and society in general around the world. Mother’s Day originated in 1908, when Anna Jarvis held a memorial celebration for her mother in Grafton, VA, at St. Andrew’s Methodist Church; Jarvis’ mother […]
US Forest Service and TWRA Enter into Good Neighbor Authority Agreement on the Cherokee National Forest
The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and the US Forest Service entered into an agreement yesterday that gives TWRA the authority to perform forest management activities on National Forest System Lands. The agreement enhances the long-standing cooperative agreement with TWRA and the Forest Service to jointly manage the wildlife resources in the Cherokee National Forest. At […]
FRED A. HENRY
F. A. HENRY, age 82 of Dandridge, TN passed away Thursday evening, May 5, 2016. He was a prominent farmer and well-known walking horse trainer. He was preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy Miller, parents, Lucy Mae Lane and Billy Henry; several brothers and sisters. Survived by his son and daughter-in-law, Fred Jr. and […]
They’re Back!
Lake watchers may have noticed an influx of brightly colored boats this week in the Douglas Lake area. The B.A.S.S. Nation fishing tournament has, again, found its way to the waters surrounding Historic Dandridge. 386 boats were entered in the tournament, each looking to bring home the prize. Early morning starts and late afternoon weigh […]
National Day of Prayer 2016
Jefferson County celebrated the 65th annual National Day of Prayer on Thursday, May 5, 2016. This year’s theme for the ceremony was “Shout it aloud, do not hold back. Raise your voice like a trumpet.” Isaiah 58: Verse 1. Citizens gathered at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse for the noon prayer event. Several local pastors, […]
Tennessee Highway Safety Office Reminds Motorists to Look Twice During Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month
The Tennessee Highway Safety Office and the Tennessee Highway Patrol will join AAA – The Auto Club Group and the Tennessee Motorcycle Rider Education Program to announce May as Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month. The event will take place in conjunction with the Music City Police Motorcycle Skills and Training Competition on Wednesday, May 4th at […]
WJFC and WNRX Listener Appreciation Day, Sat. May 7, 2016
What: WJFC and WNRX Listener Appreciation Day is Saturday, May 7, 2016! – Free music and free parking Where: Coleman House Studio 1227 N HWY 92, Jefferson City on Sat., May 7. When: 9:00 AM Come enjoy great music with Pop Seals and Open Range, Flora Brown, Grits, Wild Blue Yonder, Bob Climer, Lost Creek […]
D. J. MINKLER
D. J. MINKLER, age 59, 0f Jefferson City, TN passed away Wednesday, May 4, 2016 at Ft. Sanders Regional Medical Center. Preceded in death by parents, Marshall and Theda Minkler; brothers, Dean and Estel Minkler. He was a biker and hot rod enthusiast. Survived by daughters, Chelsea Minkler and Laura Spaugh; grandchild, Ivy Cox; one […]
Knoxville/Fountain City Native Officially Takes the Helm of Georgia University
Knoxville/Fountain City, Tennessee native, Dr. Kina S. Mallard, was inaugurated this month as Reinhardt University’s president. The daylong events on April 15 included a prayer service, the inauguration ceremony, and an evening gala. The inauguration ceremony, held at Reinhardt’s Falany Performing Arts Center, was the official installation of Mallard who became President of Reinhardt University […]
WILLIAM J. (BILL) COLLIER
WILLIAM J. (BILL) COLLIER, age 84, of Jefferson City, TN passed away at 2:45 p.m. Monday, May 2, 2016 at University of Tennessee Medical center following a brief illness. He was retired from Magnavox Corporation with 38 years of service. He was a veteran of the Korean Conflict, having served in the U. S. Army. Preceded […]
As School Year Winds Down, Boys and Girls Club Still Going Strong
Jessica Page, director of the Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley, sat down on Wednesday to discuss the program’s decision to open a Strawberry Plains location, as well as discuss events occurring over the coming months. Part of the push to build the new club was a feeling of isolation by much of the […]
Spencer Riley Named Head Football Coach for JCHS Patriots
Just in time for spring practice to begin, Jefferson County High School announced JCHS and University of Tennessee alum Spencer Riley as the new head coach for the football program. Riley, a former player for the Patriots, was announced during a press conference and meeting with the football team early MondayMorning. Graduating from the University of […]
Mother’s Day Activities
Mothers love to get homemade gifts from their children, so on their special day, help the your grandchild, niece, nephew or fathers help your child create one of these personal gifts. Both gifts will give mom a great way to relax. Don’t forget the homemade car with a heartfelt message. Mother’s Day Cup and Tea […]