Dole Fresh Vegetables Announces Voluntary Withdrawal for Salads
Dole Fresh Vegetables, Inc., is temporarily suspending operations at its Springfield, Ohio production facility, and is voluntarily withdrawing from the market all Dole-branded and private label packaged salads processed at that location.
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 […]
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 […]
State Fire Marshal: Be Ready Ahead of January Winter Storm
Forecasters expect a significant winter storm to sweep across Tennessee this weekend that could cause power outages, traffic delays and numerous safety risks. Ahead of the storm’s arrival, the Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office is reminding Tennesseans that it’s crucial to keep fire safety in mind during the winter months. “Ice, snow and cold temperatures […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Martin Luther King Celebration & March In Historic Downtown Dandridge
For the eighteenth year, the Citizens for Justice, Equality, and Fairness held their tribute to the life and work of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. with a march through the streets of Dandridge to the steps of the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. This year’s program, Standing for Justice, was held in the main courtroom on […]
Plans Approved-Building 8 named David A. Holt Career and Technology Education Center
The Jefferson County School Board approved a plan for renovation and additions that will be sent to the County Commission this week. Previously, Cope, the architect firm that is preparing the plans for the project, came back with a plan that exceeded the $2 million dollars in funding that had been identified for the White […]
Facilities Committee Considers New County Complex
Consideration of a County Complex that would house Jefferson County government offices located in the Courthouse, Department of Education Central Office, the Mayor’s Office and County Clerk, the Jefferson County Finance Office and possibly the U.T. AG Extension Office was the topic of discussion for the County Facilities Committee, as they met on Thursday, January […]
County Commission Holds 1st Work Session for Calendar Year
It was back to business as usual this week for the Jefferson County Commission as they held their first meeting following the holiday break. Commissioner David Seal recognized CTE Instructors at Jefferson County High School for their commitment and dedication, especially during the recent renovation to Building 8. Seal’s presentation followed three Public Hearings on […]
Nominating Committee Looks at Beer Board
The Jefferson County Nominating Committee met Monday, January 11, 2016. First on the agenda was the approval of the minutes from November 9, 2015 which were passed in a motion by Seals (2nd Douglas). Next came the nomination of the District 2 Highway Commissioner (County Commission Districts 5, 6, and 7). The Highway Commission had […]
2015 Traffic Fatalities in Tennessee Third Lowest Since 1963
The Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security announced the number of traffic fatalities in 2015 is the third lowest annual figure in Tennessee since 1963. The 2015 traffic fatality numbers are reported by all Tennessee law enforcement agencies to the Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP). Preliminary figures indicate there were 965 vehicular deaths on Tennessee […]
Avoid Home Damage from Frozen Pipes
When temperatures plunge across the Volunteer State, insurance claims for frozen pipe water damage are sure to follow. The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) urges the public to act now to reduce the risk of freezing and bursting water pipes. “You must be proactive to avoid becoming a victim of frozen water pipes,” […]
Lengthy Agenda for First Budget Meeting of 2016
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met for the first time in 2016 on Monday, January 11th, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Committee Chairman Scarlett called the meeting to order. Absent from Roll Call was committee member Tucker. Following the Approval of the minutes, with a Motion from committee member Solomon and 2nd from committee […]
Public Service Committee Elects Officers
The Jefferson County Public Service Committee met Monday night for their first meeting since June 2013. The meeting opened with a review of the minutes from the April and June 2013 meetings, which were accepted in a motion by Turner (2nd Seals). Next on the agenda was the appointing of officers. Seal was elected as […]
