Rush Strong Still Battling Sewage Issues
After three months of summer vacation and extensive work that included consultation with local experts, students and teachers will return to a familiar, if improved, problem at Rush Strong School. Last spring information came to the forefront that indicated environmental violations regarding the sewage treatment plant at the school, with findings that were concerning to […]
TBI Human Trafficking Operation Results in Recovery of Endangered Teens, Arrests of Others on Trafficking & Sex-Related Charges
Less than a month after a new law went into effect to help identify, investigate, and prosecute human trafficking in Tennessee, Special Agents with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation joined with partner agencies in West Tennessee to identify and arrest individuals who prey on children. TBI Agents, including those assigned to TBI’s Internet Crimes Against […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative’s Greg Williams Invited to White House
Appalachian Electric Cooperative’s Greg Williams was one of 30 electric cooperative General Managers invited to the White House on July 24 to discuss progress on energy efficiency initiatives and efforts related to renewable energy development. Officials from the White House Rural Council and the USDA’s Rural Utilities Service facilitated the discussion, which was designed to […]
The Truth about Sharks
Danger: shark attack (or more properly, say scientists, shark bite). With sharks swimming ever closer to shore this summer–or seeming to–and crossing paths with surfers and bathers, what’s going on? To learn what motivates a shark, the National Science Foundation (NSF) talked with two grantees who are shark biologists: Nick Whitney of the Mote Marine […]
A Celestial Double Dose
Stargazers will have something extra to look forward to Friday night, and may be confused as to why there is a full moon in the sky when we just saw one on July 2nd. Friday, July 31, 2015 will see a blue moon. Strangely, there are two common definitions for a blue moon, one being […]
Kroger Recalls Four Seasonings Due to Possible Health Risk
July 25, 2015 – Cincinnati, Ohio – The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) said today it is recalling Kroger Ground Cinnamon, Kroger Garlic Powder, Kroger Coarse Ground Black Pepper and Kroger Bac’n Buds sold in its retail stores due to possible contamination from Salmonella. A sample of Kroger Garlic Powder from a store in North Augusta, South […]
Case Against Gunn Pushed Back Until August
A Jefferson County woman accused of one count of Election Law Violation of Campaign Communications will have to wait a little longer for her day in court. Clarice Albright Gunn was charged with the Class C Misdemeanor late this spring for actions that allegedly occurred during the election campaign in August of 2014. Gunn was […]
Jefferson County Fair: Just Around the Corner
In just a few short weeks, the Jefferson County Fair grounds will be transformed into a runway of lights, as the thrills the carnival rides return to Jefferson County. While some come for the view from the ferris wheel or the twists and turns of some of the more breathtaking adventures, many come looking for […]
School Calendar-Supply List and Hints as New School Year Approaches
It is almost that time of year again! Though the weather screams the dog days of summer, the calendar reads that it is almost time for students to head back to school in Jefferson County. Principals and Supervisors have started the daily grind and in just a couple of short weeks, teachers and students will […]
New Safety Measures, Faster Handgun Permit Process for Military
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam, along with Adjutant General Max Haston and Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Bill Gibbons, announced today temporary security measures and an accelerated handgun carry permit process for members of the military. Following Haslam’s directive in the wake of the tragic shooting in Chattanooga last week, the Tennessee National Guard, starting on […]
SFMO Warns About Possible Electrical Shocks on Cherokee Reservoir
The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office (SFMO) warns swimmers and boaters on Cherokee Reservoir to use an abundance of caution as investigators seek to determine the cause of four different electrical shocks that have occurred this week at private docks in the Morristown area. The Tennessee State Fire Marshal’s Office is coordinating this week with […]
Environmental Director’s Salary Still a Sticking Point
The Jefferson County Commission met for their first regular voting meeting for the fiscal year 2015/2016 on Monday evening, July 20, 2015 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Nineteen Commissioners were in attendance for the July session ( Baxley, Tabor absent). Commission Chairman Carmichael called the meeting to order and with a motion from Commissioner […]
Williams Named Veteran Service Officer
The Jefferson County Commission hired a new Veterans Service Officer on Monday evening. Personnel Committee Chairman Turner brought the Committee’s recommendation of Timothy C. Williams before the full body for approval during the regular voting meeting. The recommendation came following narrowing of the applicant field on Friday and interviews of the Committee’s top three candidates […]
Centuries-Old Shipwreck Discovered Off NC Coast
Scanning sonar from a scientific expedition has revealed the remains of a previously unknown shipwreck more than a mile deep off the North Carolina coast. Artifacts on the wreck indicate it might date to the American Revolution. Marine scientists from Duke University, North Carolina State University and the University of Oregon discovered the wreck on […]
Directive by Gov. Bill Haslam
Tennessee Governor Bill Haslam today issued a directive to Adjutant General Max Haston to review security policies and procedures at National Guard armories, storefront recruiting facilities, and other installations and take appropriate steps to ensure the safety of Guardsmen, citizens, and property. He also instructed Department of Safety and Homeland Security Commissioner Bill Gibbons to […]
It’s Beginning to Look a Lot Like Christmas in July
With July more than halfway over, many people are looking forward to the remainder of the year, as we all feel that familiar longing for the Christmas holiday season. With attention turned towards the Wintry holidays, one can’t help but wonder how Saint Nick is handling his Summer. Today, July 20, 2015, the North Pole […]
