CASA Partners with Court System
In a perfect world, every child would have a happy, loving home. Sadly, our world is far from perfect and children often suffer at the hands of those who are supposed to love and protect them. When abuse occurs, these children need someone to stand up for them, to be their voice and that is […]
SPRING FORWARD
On Sunday, March 9, 2014, at 2:00 a.m., the United States will enter Daylight Savings Time, setting clocks forward an hour. While the adherence to DST is societal in the U.S., a surprisingly low amount of people know the purpose or history of the system. First proposed by New Zealand entomologist, George Vernon Hudson, in […]
27 Tennessee Main Street Communities to Benefit from “IDEA Initiative”
The Tennessee Department of Economic and Community Development is partnering with the United States Department of Agriculture and the Appalachian Regional Commission to launch the “IDEA Initiative” that will assist Tennessee Main Street designated programs in setting achievable, effective and sustainable development objectives. There are currently 27 Main Street communities across Tennessee. “We are pleased […]
Former Alcoa School Official Took Nearly $500,000 in Public Money for Personal Use
A former employee in the Alcoa City School District diverted nearly $500,000 of funds from the district and two professional organizations she represented and spent the money on a variety of personal expenses, an investigation conducted by the Comptroller’s office shows. The investigation, conducted in conjunction with the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, covered a period […]
State Library and Archives Showcases Stories from ‘Women in the Civil War’ Collection
The 150th anniversary of the Civil War offers an extended opportunity to commemorate all aspects of one of the country’s most significant historical events. And because March is Women’s History Month, the Tennessee State Library and Archives will be highlighting the stories of women from our new digital collection, “Women in the Civil War,” on our […]
TDH Issues Public Health Advisory on Electronic Cigarettes and Similar Devices
The Tennessee Department of Health today is issuing a public health advisory on electronic cigarettes and other electronic nicotine delivery systems. The advisory urges caution for consumers using or considering the use of electronic nicotine delivery systems, including electronic cigarettes and other electronic emissions-producing products. It also addresses concerns about secondhand exposures. The advisory contains […]
Holding the IRS Accountable
Last May, a senior Internal Revenue Service (IRS) official, Lois Lerner, acknowledged that the IRS had engaged in inappropriate targeting of the tax-exempt applications from conservative-leaning organizations. Her acknowledgement was an attempt to explain the results of an audit requested by House Oversight and Government Reform (OGR) Committee Chairman Darrell Issa (R-CA) and Jim Jordan […]
Spring Dreaming as Titan Roars Through Tennessee
March has roared into East Tennessee and residents across the State are feeling the force of a winter that simply won’t let go. As of Monday morning, March 3, 2014, Tennessee was under a State of Emergency, as the fifth winter storm of the 2013-2014 season barreled across the State. Governor Haslam closed State Government […]
Celebrate with The Jefferson County Post
The Jefferson County Post is proud to announce that we have just made an exciting move. As of February 10, 2014, we have moved to a new physical location at 1237 Gay Street in Dandridge. For those familiar with the area, our new home is directly across the street from the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse, […]
Single Car Crash Sends 3 To Hospital, One via LifeStar Helicopter
The New Market Volunteer Fire Department assisted the Tennessee Highway Patrol with a single car accident, Saturday afternoon on Old Dandridge Pike in Strawberry Plains. One victim, a female, was extricated from the vehicle, following a five minute attempt, by New Market Fire and Rescue and flown out by Lifestar. According to New Market Fire […]
Industrial Development Board Continues Search for Property
The Jefferson County Industrial Development Board met on Friday, February 28, 2014, in the lower floor of the Jefferson County Health Department. Chairman Masters was unable to attend, due to extenuating circumstances, and former Chairman Duignan sat in for him. Also absent was Board Member Worley. Following the Call to Order, the Minutes and Financial […]
Jefferson County Board of Zoning Appeals & Planning Commission Meeting, Feb 25, 2014
The Jefferson County Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals met in a scheduled meeting on February 25, 2014. The Board of Zoning Appeals was called to order by Terry Reneau and minutes from the last meeting were approved. The Board heard a request from homeowner Deno Belcastro, who was accompanied by Russell Kent. Mr. […]
House Unanimously Passes Data Privacy Bill
A bill designed to better protect the personal information of Tennessee taxpayers unanimously passed the House of Representatives this week in Nashville. The legislation, which has been applauded by pro-privacy groups statewide, requires both current and future state employees who have access to proprietary and personal information of those dealing with state agencies to undergo […]
Traffic Stop Leads To Investigative Breakthrough and Bust
During a stop for a traffic violation for a spray-painted license plate and busted headlight, Officers Sam Cameron and Ransom Douglas, of the Dandridge Police Department, made a methamphetamine bust that also led to the discovery of several items that had been recently stolen in the county. According to Detective Lieutenant Kenneth Lodwick, also of […]
DOE Not Satisfied With Insurance Offer
Jefferson County Department of Education presented School Board Members with a suggested offer from Travelers Insurance regarding a settlement for the roof collapse in Building 8 of Jefferson County High School. Following several months of negotiations, Travelers, who assumes risk above $100,000 for Tennessee Risk Management, offered a final, all inclusive cost of $781,244.66. Tennessee […]
Farmers Market Gears Up For 2014 Season
The Dandridge Farmers Market Meeting was hosted on Thursday, February 20 2014, from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. at the UT Extension office in Dandridge. Guest speaker Anthony Carver, a representative from the Grainger Co. Extension office, spoke of the importance of Food Safety. The food safety standards for small farmers are currently being revised by […]
