Creatures of the Night: Vampire
This is the last entry in the Creatures of the Night series. What is it about Halloween that makes us crave the creepy things that go bump in the night? Could it be the psychological, the part of ourselves that is fed and cleansed by fear? Part of our draw to Halloween is surely the […]
JCHS Improved ACT the Focus of School Board Meeting
The Jefferson County School Board met on Thursday evening, October 27, 2016 for their regular voting meeting. While most items on the agenda were general housekeeping in nature, the special focus of the evening was on Jefferson County High School and their accomplishments regarding ACT scores. Jefferson County High School Principal Dr. Scott Walker informed […]
Open Enrollment Begins Nov. 1 on the Federally Facilitated Marketplace
The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) reminds consumers that Open Enrollment for insurance coverage on the Federally Facilitated Marketplace (FFM) begins November 1, 2016. During Open Enrollment, Tennesseans can apply for cost assistance, change plans, and enroll in a plan. Tennesseans will have access to marketplace coverage for 2017 no matter where they […]
State Representative Andrew Farmer Recognized By Tennessee American Academy Of Pediatrics
State Representative Andrew Farmer (R–Sevierville) was recently honored by the American Academy of Pediatrics during the organization’s annual Excellence in Pediatrics event at the Cool Springs Marriott in Franklin, TN. The group specifically recognized Representative Farmer for his work promoting children’s health legislation within the Tennessee General Assembly and working to improve the quality of […]
Charges Filed Against Woman In Connection With Hit And Run Of Child Exiting School Bus Monday Evening
Charges have been filed against a woman in connection with the Monday evening hit and run of a child as he exited the school bus. Heather Leanne Williams, 37, was charged this evening with Leaving the Scene of an Accident Involving Personal Injury, Passing a School Bus Stop Sign, and Texting While Driving. Williams admitted […]
Bye, Bye Nursery – American Academy of Pediatrics Issues New Guidelines for Infants
Infants should sleep in the same bedroom as their parents – but on a separate surface, such as a crib or bassinet, and never on a couch, armchair or soft surface — to decrease the risks of sleep-related deaths, according to a new policy statement released by the American Academy of Pediatrics. “SIDS and Other […]
Dry Fall Increases Wildfire Risk in Tennessee
It’s dry in Tennessee and with little or no rain in the state’s weather forecast for the next 10 days, state officials are asking everyone to take extra precaution to prevent outdoor fires from getting out of control. “Drought and dry conditions have contributed to 837 wildfires burning 20,000 acres in Tennessee so far this […]
Tips for Safe Trick-or-Treating
Soon a gaggle of ghosts and goblins will be flooding the streets and knocking at our doors; Halloween is quickly approaching. The holiday can be filled with sweet fun, but the proper precautions need to be taken to make sure that everyone has a safe time while out trick-or-treating. Here are some suggestions to make […]
JCHS Students Participate in VFW “Our Voice of Democracy” Audio-Essay Program
Students at Jefferson County High School, along with others across the nation, are taking part in the 2016 VFW Our Voice of Democracy Audio-Essay Program. Established in 1947, the Our Voice of Democracy program provides high school students with the unique opportunity to express themselves in regards to a democratic or patriotic-themed recorded essay. This […]
Creatures of the Night: Witches
Scattered throughout literature and local legends are figures of mystery and intrigue. There is one who tempts the fates and controls the heavens, but is often mistreated and misunderstood. The Witch has been a prominent figure in spooky tales and horror movies throughout the world for generations. Want to know more about the wicked witch? […]
‘That Pizza Was #delish!’ What Do Tweets Say About Our Health?
“Coffee” was the most tweeted food in the continental U.S. between mid-2014 to mid-2015 followed by “beer” then “pizza”. Besides hinting at which foods are popular, tweets may reveal something about our health. Communities that expressed positive sentiments about healthy foods were more likely to be healthier overall. Scientists at the University of Utah surveyed […]
DOE Building Renovation Gets Nod from Commission
The Jefferson County Commission voted 19-2 (Tim Seals, David Seal) to use $450,000 of the retainage money from the School’s Building Program to fund the renovation and repair of the Department of Education Building with priority being given to mold, HVAC, hiring an engineer and construction/project manager. Commissioner Scarlett brought the motion, moving to strike […]
Creatures of the Night: Frankenstein
This is the second entry in the Creature of the Night series. In the opening scene of Frankenstein viewers are greeted with the sound of a frightening storm rumbling threateningly as two figures stalk a graveyard. These images would haunt the imaginations of many generations, and make a name for Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley. What is […]
Local Mayors and Representatives Form Special Committee for E-911 Funding
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri brought together mayors and representatives from the various municipalities in Jefferson County to discuss needs that are pressing with Jefferson County’s E-911, which serves all areas of Jefferson County. While other First Responder Departments across the County have increased their numbers, Director of E-911 Crowther stated that E-911 has remained largely […]
School Board Restarts Work Sessions
Jefferson County School Board Members met for a Work Session on Thursday evening, October 13, 2016 in the Patriot Academy. Members of the Board heard pricing estimates on carpet and tile costs but it is likely that there will not be a wide spread project until next fiscal year, as that is where replacement falls […]
Vietnam Veterans of America Morristown Chapter Donates Flags for Local Classrooms
In the theme and tradition of the upcoming Veteran’s Day Holiday, the Morristown chapter of the Vietnam Veterans of America has begun a program of donating flags to local schools. The program comes in lieu of a mandate from the state that every classroom display a flag. The veterans have made it their mission to […]
