Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department Acquires New Ladder Firetruck
The town of Dandridge recently invested in a monster of a ladder firetruck. The truck was purchased from the St. John Fire Protection District in South Carolina. Manufactured by E-One, the 41-and-a-half-foot-long truck stands at 11 feet, 4 inches tall. Boasting a 515 horsepower Detroit engine, the ladder truck is quite the sight to see. […]
Students from Talbott Elementary School Accept a Check from Modern Woodmen of America
Recently Modern Woodmen helped Talbott Elementary School out with their school fund raiser. The students sold cookie dough to raise money to replace the sound system in the school cafeteria. MWA matched the first $1,000 that was raised. The fund raiser was a great success. The students raised $ 6,110, bringing the grand total to […]
JCHS Mock Trial Sweeps Regional Competition
The Jefferson County Mock Trial Team, headed up by Mr. Cogdill, swept the Knox County Regional Mock Trial Competition. Jefferson County went up against 12 teams over the two weekend competition. They would go undefeated, including Clinton High School in the championship round. For competition, the Mock Trial Team was given a case in November; […]
White Pine Public Library Hosts Books Signing
White Pine Public Library held a book signing on Friday during the Children’s Reading Time. Sandy Whitte M.Ed, author of “Bedtime Stories from McIntyre’s Farm”, read selections from her book. The library was presented with a copy of the book along with a print by illustrator, Julee Crews, to be hung in the children’s section.
JCHS Band Students Win At East Tennessee Band & Orchestra Association’s All-East Band & Orchestra Festival In Gatlinburg
Four Jefferson County High School Band students won places various honor bands in the East Tennessee Band & Orchestra Association’s All-East Band & Orchestra Festival in Gatlinburg, February 4-6. Pictured left to right are: David Garber, junior, clarinet; Chris Grizzel, sophomore, trombone; Kieran Scruggs, sophomore, French horn; and Josh Hunt, senior, trumpet. The band director […]
Jefferson County Wins Regional SkillsUSA Competition
Students from Jefferson County High School participated and won in the regional SkillsUSA competition over the weekend, at Northeast State University in Kingsport. They competed against 15 other schools in the region, and this group of students will now go on to compete in Chattanooga in April at the state competition. SkillsUSA is a partnership […]
Dandridge Farmer’s Market Preps for 2016 Season
Farm fresh produce and goods will be back this spring, as the Dandridge Farmer’s Market is slated to return to the Historic Town Square in May. Following the dissolution of the Dandridge Community Trust, the Town of Dandridge took action to ensure that the popular market had a home this year, with the installation […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative Celebrates Education with “Sweet Week” for Local Schools
During the month of February, AEC will join utilities across the TN Valley in celebrating public education. The campaign entitled “Love of Learning” is designed to show appreciation to local educators and community leaders for the wonderful jobs they do in educating and serving the youth of our Co-op membership. “We are fortunate to have […]
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Holds Open House
The Habitat for Humanity of Jefferson County hosted a Volunteer Roundup at their ReStore on Saturday. Habitat Director Sheila Wiggins introduced the 2 new store co-managers, Gail Steiver and Judy Furguson, who told us about some of the exciting new changes going on at the store. From sorting through and organizing items to make them more […]
Ryan Cavanah Announces Candidacy For Assessor Of Property
Ryan Cavanah is a candidate for Assessor of Property in the Republican primary election to be held on March 1, 2016. Ryan is a lifelong Jefferson County resident. Born and raised in White Pine, he currently lives there with his wife of 12 years, Jennifer, and his two sons Brenden (9), and Davis (7). He […]
Susan Gass Seeks Re-Election For Assessor Of Property
I am currently the Assessor of Property of Jefferson County. I have served two terms and I am seeking a third term. Prior to being elected I was the chief deputy in the assessor’s office. In 1997 I received my Tennessee Certified Assessor designation from the Tennessee State Board of Equalization. I maintain an efficient […]
Response to Mayor Palmieri’s Recent Press Conference and other Media Reports
LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Letters To The Editor” do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Jefferson County Post nor any of its employees. The Jefferson County Post does not underwrite any of the facts or situations mentioned in the letters. Submitted by: DAVID SEAL JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT 9 JANUARY 31, 2016 Response to […]
Local Modern Woodmen Members Honor Hometown Hero
Local volunteer J. Ray Walker was recognized for countless hours of service to the community on 1/19/2016 by the local Dandridge Modern Woodmen of America members who met at, Perkins Restaurant. Walker was honored for his many years of service with the Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department (he joined in 1985 and has held many officer […]
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.
Mossy Creek Cruzers Start 2016 with Election of New Officers
Mossy Creek Cruzers Car Club was started in March of 2012 and it is now going into its fifth season. Currently, it is the only classic car club in Jefferson County. The January meeting of the Mossy Creek Cruzers Car Club was held Tuesday, January 5th, at Shoney’s in Dandridge. Newly elected Officers accepted their […]
Historic Dandridge In The Spirit
The Town of Dandridge ushered in the last weekend before Christmas with their annual Christmas Parade. Organized by the Dandridge Volunteer Fire Department, this year’s parade was miles of merriment. From fire engines to floats, horses to golf carts and a bevy of marchers, the chorus of good will just appeared to keep coming, as […]
