Friends of the Parrott-Wood Memorial Library, February 1, 2018
Please join the Friends of the Parrott-Wood Memorial Library on Thursday, Feb 1 at 6:00PM at the library as we begin this exciting new year. There are many educational and fun programs for children and adults planned for this year and we need YOU to help us. We are also working on a fundraiser, “Books, […]
Calling all TEENS! 2018 Teen Video Challenge
Parrott-Wood Memorial Library is Calling all TEENS! 2018 Teen Video Challenge Winner will win $100.00 Are you good at using your phone or mobile device to make videos? We would like for you to take the TEEN challenge. Help us make a commercial for our Summer Reading Program! We are focusing on STEM and more! […]
Free Beginner Beekeeping Program Offered By UT Extension Office In Jefferson County, February 12 & 13, 2018
Most people realize that beekeeping is important to worldwide agricultural production, because bees pollinate fruits and vegetables valued in billions of dollars. Without the honeybee, our food supply could be in serious jeopardy. The economic value of honey, wax and other hive products is continually increasing as we find new uses for bee-related products. People […]
UT Extension Office to Offer Free Beekeeping Class
Most people realize that beekeeping is important to worldwide agricultural production, because bees pollinate fruits and vegetables valued in billions of dollars. Without the honeybee, our food supply could be in serious jeopardy. The economic value of honey, wax and other hive products is continually increasing as we find new uses for bee-related products. People […]
January 16, 2018 Jefferson County Meetings Cancelled Due To Winter Weather Advisory
Tonight’s meetings of the Jefferson County Finance Committee, Conservation Board, and County Commission have been CANCELLED due to a Winter Weather Advisory issued by the National Weather Service for this afternoon and tonight. The dates for the rescheduled meetings will be posted on the Jefferson County Government website under UPCOMING EVENTS and published in the […]
UT Extension Offering New Series of Classes for New Year
The University of Tennessee Extension is offering classes in Weight loss (Pathweigh to Health), Diabetes Education (Taking Charge of Your Diabetes), Slow movement exercise (Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention), Healthy Eating (Eat Smart, Move More), and a Beginners Beekeepers Class. If you are interested in these classes you may call the Extension office […]
Carson-Newman University to Feature Civil Rights Activist Brenda Travis in Chapel Service
Carson-Newman University will welcome students back to campus with a special 9:30 a.m. chapel service Tuesday, Jan. 16 at Jefferson City’s First Baptist Church. Carson-Newman President J. Randall O’Brien will conduct “A Conversation with Legendary Mississippi Civil Rights Heroine, Brenda Travis.” Travis, a civil rights activist, was jailed in 1961 for entering the “white only” […]
Jefferson County Republican Party Holds Mass Meeting
The Jefferson County Republican Party mass meeting is set for 1/20/18 at 9:00AM at the historic county courthouse. All Republican candidates are invited to attend and address attendees. Inclement weather date is set for 1/27/18.
Dining With Democrats, January 5, 2018
The Jefferson County Democratic Party invites all county Democrats to join us for our January First Friday Dining With Democrats Dutch-treat lunch as we ring in the new year. The lunch will be Friday, January 5, at 11:30 a.m. at Perkins Family Restaurant. Reservations are helpful and can be made by e-mailing Edna Langley at gelangley@charter.net or […]
AEC Hosts Christmas Tree Recycling Drop-Off For Local Residents, December 26, 2017 – January 5, 2018
As a service to the community and in response to popular demand, AEC will again be hosting a tree recycling drop-off location for local residents. From December 26th through January 5th, AEC will accept live Christmas trees at its location in New Market. Trees may be dropped off in a designated area (marked off with […]
Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. To Hold Staff Office Hours In Jefferson County, January 18, 2018
Roe to Hold Staff Office Hours in Jefferson County Thursday, January 18th from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. WHITE PINE, TENN – Rep. Phil Roe, M.D. (R-TN) announced he will send staff to hold office hours in Jefferson County at the White Pine City Hall on Thursday, January 18, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. […]
Broadband Town Hall Meeting November 28th, 2017
County Commissioner David Seal announces the fourth and final BROADBAND TOWN HALL MEETING for Thursday November 28th at the Dandridge Library from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Co-presenting with Commissioner Seal will be broadband activist Joe Malgeri. Industrial Development Board Chairman Mike Dockery will be on hand to hear from citizens and discuss broadband as it relates to business development […]
Broadband Town Hall Meeting November 16th
County Commissioner David Seal announces the third BROADBAND TOWN HALL MEETING for Thursday November 16th at the Jefferson City Fire Hall Training Room from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. Co-presenting with Commissioner Seal will be broadband activist Joe Malgeri. Industrial Development Board Chairman Mike Dockery will be on hand to hear from citizens and discuss broadband as it relates to […]
Rescue 180 and True Life Church Host Addiction Forum, November 14, 2017
People recover from addiction every day. Families are rebuilt. Lives are restored. But recovery rarely happens in a vacuum. It takes a community willing to stand beside the person, to support them, and to help lead them out of the darkness. “We are so appreciative to True Life Church for joining with us to bring […]
