Bald Eagle Returned to the Wild on South Holston Lake
An American Bald Eagle was released back into the wild recently after it was rescued by TWRA Wildlife Officers and rehabilitated by the American Eagle Foundation. TWRA boating officers Matt Swecker and Mark Williams rescued the eagle that had become entangled in a limb line on South Holston Reservoir on August 25. They transported the […]
More Than 1 in 4 U.S. Adults Over 50 Do Not Engage in Regular Physical Activity
Despite the many benefits of moderate physical activity, 31 million Americans (28 percent) age 50 years and older are inactive – that is, they are not physically active beyond the basic movements needed for daily life activities. This finding comes from a new study from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) published in […]
Fall is Just Around the Corner: Thursday, September 22, is Fall Equinox 2016!
It’s all over TV and the airwaves; everywhere you turn there is one simple message. Fall is coming. While it may not seem like it, relief from these lasting summer days is fast approaching. If you still aren’t convinced, note that the first day of fall, or the fall equinox, takes place this Thursday, September […]
Carmichael Retains Seat as Chair of the County Commission
The officers of the Jefferson County Commission will not change, as Commissioner Carmichael was again seated as Chairman for another term. He was elected in an 11-8-1 split over challenger Robert Tucker in Monday night’s voting meeting. Also serving another term will be Kesterson who was unopposed as Vice Chair, Scarlett who won the Parliamentarian […]
TEMA, TDCI Issue Consumer Reminder About Portable Fuel Container Risks & Price Gouging Laws
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) and State Fire Marshal’s Office are reminding Tennesseans today of the hazards associated with filling portable fuel containers at petroleum stations. “We are asking Tennesseans to use only approved, portable fuel containers and only fill them up if it is absolutely necessary,” said TEMA Director Patrick Sheehan. “There is […]
Five in Five Interview with Budget Committee Chairman John Neal Scarlett
The Jefferson County Post recently interviewed returning Jefferson County Commission Budget Committee Chairman John Neal Scarlett. The interview was in a five questions in five minute format. JCP-As of this week, you are the returning Chair of the Budget Committee, a position that you have held for several years. Your district counterpart, Randy Bales, decided […]
Haslam Issues Waiver to Avoid Petroleum Supply Disruptions in Tennessee
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam issued Executive Order #56 today waiving federal hours of service requirements for petroleum transporters to prevent any fuel supply disruptions for Tennesseans from the Colonial pipeline leak in Shelby County, Ala. “This is a precautionary measure as we are not currently seeing any widespread unavailability of petroleum in Tennessee,” Haslam said. […]
JCHS Skills USA Commemorates 6th Annual Hero’s Supper
Jefferson County High School’s Skills USA organization teamed with local businesses to commemorate their 6th annual Hero’s Supper on Thursday night. Skills USA is a career tech organization in which students have the chance to explore occupations such as carpentry, criminal justice, and EMS. After the tragedy of 9/11, students and teacher sponsor Jim Potts […]
Time to Start Your Fall Bucket List!
The change of fall can be felt just right around the bend and with it comes the experience of a new season. Although fall does not officially begin until September 23, people can begin getting into the fall spirit now by creating their own fall bucket list. This list can include family or personal goals […]
Ways to Winterize Your Car for the Coming Cold
Preparing for winter can be hard, especially when our minds are still caught up in the last precious moments of summer. Although summer met its official end a few days ago, people should begin preparing for fall and, ultimately, winter now. Since we have already discussed how to winterize your home, it’s time to discuss […]
Differentiated Pay Changes Find Smooth Sailing but Capital Projects Plan Hits Rocky Waters
Thursday, September 8, 2016 marked the first meeting of the new composition of the Jefferson County School Board. Board Members met in a Called Meeting at the Patriot Academy to elect new officers and address concerns regarding the Differentiated Pay Plan and the Capital Projects Plan, as well as approve a field trip request. Three […]
Tennessee Needs at Least $41.5 Billion of Public Infrastructure Improvements
Tennessee needs at least $41.5 billion of public infrastructure improvements during the five-year period of 2014-2019 according to a new report by the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations (TACIR). The need for public infrastructure improvements as reported by state and local officials is down $299 million (0.7%) compared with the year before, mainly because […]
Where’s All the Water?
It’s no secret that area lakes are a source of life and recreation around East Tennessee. With summer ending, you might begin asking yourself where some of the lake water has gone? According to TWRA, water levels around the area tend to fluctuate a great deal, and the winter draw down can be relatively scarce. […]
Threats At Patriot Academy Heighten Police Presence
Jefferson County High School Patriot Academy had extra law enforcement protection on Thursday, September 8, 2016 due to security concerns regarding a threat that was received via social media. Though the Patriot Academy is in the jurisdiction of the Dandridge Police Dept, Dandridge Police Chief Carson Williams stated that his department was acting in a […]
Hubble Discovers Rare Fossil Relic of Early Milky Way
A fossilised remnant of the early Milky Way harbouring stars of hugely different ages has been revealed by an international team of astronomers. This stellar system resembles a globular cluster, but is like no other cluster known. It contains stars remarkably similar to the most ancient stars in the Milky Way and bridges the gap […]
Fain Appointed to State-Wide Taskforce
On August 31st, Barry Fain, a Dandridge native and resident, was appointed by House Speaker Beth Harwell to a newly-created state-wide taskforce. The taskforce was created under Public Chapter No. 1057 of 2016, commonly cited as the “Juvenile Justice Realignment Act,” to study new approaches to the administration of juvenile justice in Tennessee, including the […]
