Experienced Restaurateur Opens Bojangles’ Restaurant in Jefferson City
Entrepreneur Jeff Rigsby celebrated the grand opening of his Bojangles’ franchise location at 103 Mossy Creek Drive in Jefferson City in late August 2013. “We are thrilled to become part of Jefferson City,” said Jeff Rigsby, President of BOJ OF WNC, LLC. “In addition to serving Bojangles’ distinctive array of chicken dishes, fresh buttermilk biscuits […]
Dandridge Tennessee’s MUSIC ON THE TOWN Kicks Off with Paula Michelle & Matt Cordell
Thursday was a great night for music, and the packed lawn behind Town Hall in Dandridge’s Historic Town Square was proof that Music on the Town 2013 has begun. Music on the Town is an every Thursday evening in September event and a wonderful way to kick off fall in Jefferson County. The entertainment is […]
Jefferson Middle School Crowns Homecoming Queen
The Jefferson Middle School Elks hosted the White Pine Cyclones for their homecoming game. The game started with the Elks receiving the kick from the Cyclones. Within in the first few minutes of the game the Elks put a touchdown on the board. Continuing to put numbers on the board, they ended the first half […]
Saying Good-Bye To Summer 2013
Labor Day is a Federal Holiday that is celebrated the first Monday in September. It was initiated as a time to celebrate unionized labor’s contributions to the American economy, however it has also become widely known as the unofficial end of summer. As Summer 2013 comes to a close and we prepare to welcome Fall […]
ACT Scores Up for Jefferson County Students
Jefferson County High School has received the combined ACT score for the Class of 2013 and it shows a 1.7 increase over the 2012 scores. The Class Composite for 2013 graduates was 19.8, up from 18.1 in 2012. Students in the Class of 2013, which graduated in May, took the ACT test in the spring […]
Labor Day Holiday Hours
In light of the upcoming Federal Holiday, Labor Day, which will be celebrated on Monday, September 2, 2013, local municipality and County government offices will be closed. In addition, State and Federal offices, including Postal Service, will also be closed on Monday. Banks, in accordance with the closing of the Federal Reserve System will be […]
Red Cross Issues Safety Tips for Labor Day Weekend
Many people view Labor Day as the end of summer and their last chance to travel, hit the beach and fire up the grill. The American Red Cross offers safety tips to help everyone have a safe and enjoyable holiday. “While many people will spend the Labor Day weekend traveling and spending time with family […]
Former New Market City Employee Arrested for Two Counts of Theft Over $10k and Official Misconduct
According to information released by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigations, a former employee of the City of New Market was arrested on August 27, 2013 for two counts of theft over $10,000 and four counts of Official Misconduct. The TBI reported that Melissa Robin Parker, age 43, of New Market surrendered herself to TBI agents. […]
175 Foot Generator Passes Through Jefferson City
Those driving in Jefferson City on Monday evening may have noticed a large generator transport that delayed traffic in the area. In route to Greenville from Knoxville, the generator was expected to take more than eight hours to make the 42 mile trip from Forks of the River Industrial Park to Morristown. The motorcade spent […]
White Pine School Open House “a la Mode”
This past Thursday, White Pine Middle and Elementary School hosted their annual open house to inform parents of what is occurring throughout the school year. The PTO, Parent Teacher Organization, addressed school fundraising including the fairly new 5K event. Last year, White Pine held a Cyclone Storm Run. However, this year the school is switching […]
Common Core – Jefferson County Students See Curriculum Change
Parents and students may have noticed a difference in the tasks that are a part of this year’s academic curriculum, as the Jefferson County School System moves to a Common Core Curriculum. The Common Core initiative is led by the National Governor’s Association, has been adopted in 45 States and is designed to bring continuity […]
Jefferson County Fair Wraps Up With Demolition Derby
Friday night was the annual 4/6 cylinder Demolition Derby at the Jefferson County Fair. The night began with a new event, the Lawn Mower Derby, followed by the Powder Puff Derby and ending with the main event. While the Lawn Mower Derby only found 4 participants this year, it was a successful first year for […]
School Board Meets At New Patriot Academy – Energy Audit Savings Discussed
The Jefferson County School Board met on August 22, 2013, at the new Patriot Academy. The meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board Potts. Absent from Roll Call were Board Members Lowery and Vines. Special Focus for the evening was on the new Patriot Academy. Chase Burke, a freshman at the Patriot […]
Corker Seeks Full Briefing for Senators on NSA Surveillance Activities
Following additional revelations regarding the extent of NSA surveillance activities that appear to include details not previously disclosed to members of Congress outside of the intelligence committees, U.S. Senator Bob Corker, ranking member of the Foreign Relations Committee, in a letter to President Obama today requested a full briefing for senators by September 13 to […]
Traffic Delays Expected in Jefferson City Monday Evening
The shipment of a large generator from Knoxville, TN to Greeneville, TN will impact motorists traveling State Route 168 (John Sevier Hwy.), SR 34 (US 11E), SR 32 (US 25E), and SR 160 beginning Monday evening, August 26th. Barnhart Crane and Rigging is working with the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) to alert motorists of […]
Good Sports Always Recycle – School Challenge Will Give More Than $10,000 to Tennessee Schools for Recycling Programs
Over the past 20 years more than $100,000 has been awarded to K-12 schools across the state of Tennessee to recognize and encourage their environmental programs. This fall, the Good Sports Always RecycleTM (GSAR) program will celebrate its 20th anniversary, and the top 10 Tennessee school recycling programs will each be awarded $1,000 to recognize […]
