Economic Impact Study Shows East Tennessee Regional Megasite
Once certified, the East Tennessee Regional Megasite in Jefferson County has the potential to produce more than 4,900 jobs and more than $2.7 billion in economic impact annually, a study by a firm that specializes in economic impact studies shows. The study by Younger Associates said that more than 7,000 jobs would be created […]
What’s That Smell!?
Throughout the past year I have received a great number of calls from citizens with one of their greatest fears realized, stink bugs! These little critters pack a wallop greater than most creepy crawlies and sometimes leave a lingering effect. This bug not only fits all the descriptions of a true bug, including its piercing […]
Education Investment, Fiscal Restraint Setting Tennessee Apart
Haslam highlights state’s successes, lays out strategies to address challenges in 2013 address NASHVILLE – Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam tonight delivered his 2013 State of the State address before a joint session of the General Assembly, contrasting Tennessee with Washington, D.C. and other states across the country that have struggled to keep their fiscal houses […]
Budget Committee Approves $442K
The Jefferson County Budget Committee held a Called Meeting on Monday, January 28, 2013 at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. A full committee was present, with Commissioner Musick in for Committee Member Baxley and Commissioner Barreiro in for Committee Member Blevins, along with Commissioners Dockery, Carmichael, Cureton, […]
Secretary Hargett Warns Businesses of Statewide Corporate Scam
Tennessee Secretary of State Tre Hargett’s office has received inquiries about an official-looking notice from Corporate Records Service. It appears that these notices began arriving in mailboxes around January 22, 2013. Corporate Records Service is not registered, affiliated, or associated with the Tennessee Secretary of State. The mailer is causing confusion for Tennessee corporations due […]
Interview with County Mayor Alan Palmieri
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri recently discussed some of the challenges, misconceptions and benefits that he sees as associated with the proposed Jefferson County Megasite. The Mayor was one of the officials that introduced the project to the County, State and Media on January 9, 2013, though the concept of a large industrial development dates back […]
The Post Celebrates 2 Years of News
Just a quick reminder that Monday, as always, is the day that the Post publishes this week’s columns, the buzz, recipe, editorial cartoon and editorial. Check out our columnist for information that will make you think and make you laugh-and there are some terrific and easy food ideas in our recipe section. We love being […]
Protecting Seniors’ Access to Medicare
President Obama’s Affordable Care Act (ACA), which ironically is unaffordable, is also bad medicine for America. According to the Senate Joint Economic Committee, the president predicted that after passing the ACA premiums would be cut by $2,500, and instead the average premium has increased by more than $2,000. You’ve probably read about the 21 new […]
Anonymous Targets U.S. Dept. of Justice
The U.S. Department of Justice has been targeted by the online hacker syndicate, Anonymous. Anonymous is a group of activists who have participated in multiple criminal activities and instances of cyber terrorism since their formation in 2003. It is important to note that there is no true organized Anonymous, as there is no hierarchy. Members […]
Weekly Livestock Comments
FED CATTLE: Fed cattle sold steady to $2 lower on a live basis compared to last week. Live prices were primarily $122 to $123 with a range of $120 to $124 while dressed prices were primarily $197 to $198 but ranging from $192 to $200. The 5-area weighted average prices thru Thursday were $122.53 live […]
Weekly Crop Comments
Price Change US Dollar 79.82 +0.30 Crude 95.97 -0.07 Dow 13,873 +223 Cotton and soybean prices are up while corn and wheat prices are down for the week. We are still seeing a certain degree of uncertainty with foreign weather keeping prices moving up or down depending on that day’s weather forecast. South American production […]
Milk Market Comments
Milk production in the 23 major states during December totaled 15.7 billion pounds, up 1.7% from December 2011. Production per cow was 1,848 pounds in December, up 30 pounds from December a year ago. There were 8.49 million cows, 5,000 more than December 2011, and 16,000 more than November. Revised November production was revised to […]
35,000 Users Download TDOT’s New SmartWay Application
More than 35,000 users have downloaded the Tennessee Department of Transportation’s (TDOT) SmartWay Mobile App since its launch in late December. The App is designed to help drivers navigate Tennessee highways, providing up-to-the-minute customized traffic information. The TDOT SmartWay App is free and available for download in the Apple App Store and Play Store for […]
Landowners Amass to Battle Megasite
Property owners and citizens with concerns regarding the proposed Megasite that is slotted to be located on 1860 acres in the Valley Home Road area of the I-40 and I-81 split met on Saturday morning to discuss the project. Around 100 people participated in the organizational meeting of Save Our Farms and Homes, a ground […]
Myths and Facts About Proposed Megasite
The proposed Jefferson County Megasite has brought many questions regarding the particulars of the site. Interest in the project and multiple sources of information has left some residents trying to delve through the mass of conflicting answers. The Post has received several questions regarding the site and requests for accurate information. We consulted multiple sources […]
Corker Applauds Court Ruling on Unconstitutional Obama Appointments
WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Bob Corker, R-Tenn., a member of the Senate Banking Committee, today applauded a federal appeals court’s ruling that President Barack Obama violated the Constitution when he bypassed the Senate’s advice and consent authority in making so-called “recess” appointments last January. “This ruling is a huge victory for all who believe in […]
