Misbehavior and CLUE (Cont.)
“Children do not misbehave because they want to be bad.” A child’s expressive behavior begins in infancy, continues into childhood, and burst into the teenage years with a vengeance. You now know to seek out the etiology (who, what, when, where) of the behavior. Now, I will call this process, CLUE, after the old game […]
Senior Tax Freeze
This week the Jefferson County Commission decided to forego a Senior Tax Freeze. In truth, if I had been voting I would have likely cast a my vote against, as well. But not for the same reasons. If you go to as many County meetings as I do, one thing becomes crystal clear. Who presents […]
The Buzzz!!
The buzz word this week is “public.” The head governmental hive met this week and they put the freeze on one but let another pass. Buzzy Bees in the know are buzzing that multiple high fliers swarming the crown could bee instrumental in an upcoming vote. The low humm is that an upcoming oration could […]
Winter Storm Jonas Arrives Fashionably Late
Temperatures in recent weeks left many wondering if East Tennessee had skipped a season and gone straight from fall to spring. But, as last week’s frigid cold snap and snowy weather descended on the area, it was clear that Old Man Winter has truly arrived. While the eastern half of the nation prepared for the […]
ANNA MAE MATTHEWS
ANNA MAE LONG MATTHEWS, age 95 of Dandridge, TN went to be with Jesus on January 24, 2016. She was a member of the Deep Springs Baptist Church. Anna Mae was preceded in death by her husband, Arlie Matthews; son Issac Dean Matthews and grandson Shawn Matthews. She is survived by her children, Betty (Gary) […]
WAYNE E. CARTER
Wayne E. Carter, age 92 of White Pine, passed away at Claiborne County Nursing Home on Sunday, January 24, 2016. He was a Marine Corp Veteran, Mr. Carter served during World War II and was involved with the invasion of Iwo Jima. He was the son Samuel and Maranda Carter. He is preceded in death […]
First-of-its-Kind PSA Campaign Targets the 86 Million Adults with Prediabetes
Losing weight and being healthier are at the top of everyone’s New Year’s resolutions. But, despite the best intentions, work, kids, and social events often push lifestyle changes to the bottom of the list. While many are familiar with type 2 diabetes, fewer are aware of prediabetes, a serious health condition that affects 86 million […]
MILDRED C. PORTER CHILDRESS
MILDRED C. PORTER CHILDRESS, age 95, of Dandridge, TN passed away Saturday, January 23, 2016 at her home. She was born March 4, 1920 in Knoxville, TN, the daughter of the late Fred and Maude Porter. She was preceded in death by her sisters, Rebecca Porter, Doris Porter, Virginia Boruff; brothers, J.D. Porter, F.L. Porter […]
ELSIE LOUISE VAUGHN
Elsie Louise Vaughn, age 67 of Morristown, passed away on Saturday, January 23, 2016 at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center in Knoxville. She was retired from 1st Tennessee Bank and a longtime member of Morningside Baptist Church. Elsie is preceded in death by her parents, James and Bertha Thompson and in-laws, Aldon and Louise Vaughn. […]
Commission Takes Frosty View of Senior Tax Freeze
In a relatively short voting meeting, the Jefferson County Commission had only one item of debatable new business before them, as they convened on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Voting to set aside the rules to allow the agenda, which was out of step with the approved agenda outline that […]
Patriots Face Strong Resistance from Morristown West
The Jefferson County Patriots hosted the Morristown West Trojans in Dumplin Valley Tuesday night. Head-to-head action featuring both the girls and boys basketball proved to be a tough test for the Patriots. The Jefferson County Lady Patriots had one of the toughest games that they have had to face all season against the Lady Trojans. Morristown West […]
Budget Committee Approves White Pine School Plan
The Jefferson County Budget Committee held a Called Meeting on Tuesday, January 19, 2016 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Commissioner Dockery sat in for Committee Member Tucker who was Chairing another committee that was meeting at the same time. All other members were present. Chairman Scarlett informed the Committee that only two items were […]
MILDRED A. CHAMBERLAIN BARBEE
MILDRED A. CHAMBERLAIN BARBEE, age 82, of Jefferson City, TN went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 21, 2016 at Jefferson County Nursing Home. Preceded in death by husband, Lanis Barbee. She was a member of Mountain View Baptist Church. Survived by children, Sherry Carpenter, Darrell Barbee (Susie), and Debbie Estes (John); […]
TDOT Ready to Tackle Winter Weather
The Tennessee Department of Transportation is stocked and ready to clear roadways of ice and snow this season. Over the last several weeks, salt supplies have been replenished in all 95 counties, and crews have readied snow plows and brine trucks for the winter season. “Tennessee often sees the bulk of its winter weather in […]
Modern Woodmen Matches $1000 for JCHS Band Boosters
Modern Woodmen of America helped the Jefferson County High School Band Boosters with their recent fundraiser. MWA matched the first $1,000.00 that was raised! The fundraiser was held at Aubrey’s Restaurant. The band members sold tickets and then served breakfast to the attendees.
Patriot Shooters Sign Up, January 26, 2016
Sign ups for the Patriot Shooters will be held January 26, 2016, at the Jefferson Co Extension Office 1111 Lake Dr, Dandridge.