U.S. Census Recruiting Census Takers
Every ten years, the U.S. Census Bureau is responsible for conducting the nationwide census. While the next census will be taken in 2020, the Census Bureau is already recruiting to fill important temporary positions. Become a Census Taker and get paid to help your community. #2020CensusJobs are temporary, provide great and weekly pay, flexible hours […]
Boat Operator Arrested Following Boating Accident
The operator of a boat involved in a two-vessel collision on Cherokee Lake last Saturday was arrested and charged with Reckless Operation of a Vessel and Failure to Render Aid after fleeing the accident scene. TWRA Wildlife Officer Chris Seay reports that on Sat., June 1 at just after 6 p.m., a pontoon boat being […]
What Taxpayers Need to Know as Budget Vote Closes In
June 30, 2019 ends the current fiscal year and the Jefferson County Budget Committee has been working for the past several months, along with the Jefferson County Finance Office, to put together a budget document to present to the full County Commission for the fiscal year 2019/2020. Through the course of multiple meetings and a […]
Choosing an Insect Repellent for Your Child
Mosquitoes, biting flies, and tick bites can make children miserable. While most children have only mild reactions to insect bites, some children can become very sick. One way to protect your child from biting insects is to use insect repellents. However, it’s important that insect repellents are used safely and correctly. Types of Repellents Insect […]
New Rules for Tennessee’s Hemp Program
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture (TDA) is announcing rule changes for the state’s hemp program to better serve hemp producers. “Farmers have been growing and researching this crop in Tennessee since the program began in 2015 as a pilot program,” Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Hatcher, D.V.M. said. “The hemp industry and federal laws have changed in […]
AG Slatery Urges Congress to Hold Internet Service Providers Accountable, Ensure States Maintain Right to Stop Criminal Violations of State Law
Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III joined a bipartisan group of 47 Attorneys General calling on Congress to amend the Communications Decency Act in order to ensure states and local authorities can protect citizens online and act against criminals. The Communications Decency Act of 1996 (CDA) was designed to encourage the growth of the internet […]
Tennessee State Parks Host Service Events for Tennessee Promise Students
Tennessee State Parks are offering volunteer events at 54 of the 56 state parks for Tennessee Promise scholars to fulfill their community service hours. Most of the events are on Saturday, June 22. “This is an excellent opportunity for Tennessee Promise students to meet their requirements and be a part of the outdoors at the […]
AEC Fills Vacancy on Board of Directors
Appalachian Electric Cooperative announced the appointment of the newest member of the Co-op’s Board of Directors. Bean Station resident Tim Collins has been named to fill the unexpired term of Dale Harris, who stepped down from the Board in February. “We couldn’t be more pleased to welcome Tim to our Board,” says AEC General Manager […]
Tennessee, 15 Other States Reach $900,000 Data Breach Settlement
Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III announced today that a U.S. district court judge has signed a consent judgment negotiated by 16 states’ attorneys general and Medical Informatics Engineering, Inc. This case was the nation’s first-ever multistate lawsuit involving a HIPAA-related data breach. The lawsuit, led by Indiana, was filed in December of 2018 against […]
Study: High Rates of Food Insecurity Found at Southern Appalachia Colleges
College students in Southern Appalachia are affected by food insecurity at a higher rate than the national average, which can translate into poor academic performance and unhealthy spending habits and coping mechanisms, according to a new study coauthored by researchers at the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and published in Current Developments in Nutrition. Researchers found that […]
AG Slatery Calls for Automatic Discharge of Student Loans for Permanently Disabled Veterans
Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III today joined a group of 51 Attorneys General urging the U.S. Department of Education (DOE) to automatically forgive the student loans of veterans who became totally and permanently disabled in connection with their military service. The bipartisan coalition issued its letter as the country prepares to honor fallen troops […]
Summer Scooter, Bicycle and Playground Safety
Keep your family safe this summer by following these tips from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). For sun and water safety tips, see this tip sheet. Please feel free to use them in any print or broadcast story, with appropriate attribution of source. PLAYGROUND SAFETY The playground should have safety-tested mats or loose-fill materials (shredded rubber, sand, […]
Invasive Tick Detected in Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Agriculture, United States Department of Agriculture – Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services, Tennessee Department of Health, and University of Tennessee Institute of Agriculture (UTIA) today announced the detection of the invasive Asian longhorned tick in Tennessee. The Asian longhorned tick has now spread to 11 states. The Centers for Disease […]
TDCI: Credit Freeze Laws Provide Protection for Identity Theft Victims
Consumers beware: Identity theft is on the rise in Tennessee, and it’s costing residents. A recent report from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) shows a more than 20% increase of identity theft in the Volunteer State last year as 6,808 Tennesseans reported being a victim of identity theft. Scam artists have preyed on Tennesseans, making the Tennessee […]
Happy Memorial Day from The Jefferson County Post
Often known as the unofficial start to the summer season, Memorial Day holds a much deeper meaning. The holiday was originally known as Decoration Day, which started shortly after the Civil War. Set aside as a special day to honor those who had fallen during the conflict, Decoration Day was just how it sounded, a […]
TDCI Promotes Older Americans Month, Provides Tips for Scam Prevention
The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance’s (TDCI) Division of Consumer Affairs is proud to join the Administration for Community Living in promoting May as Older Americans Month. The theme of this year’s campaign is “Connect, Create, Contribute,” which encourages older adults and their communities to: Connect with friends, family, and services that support participation. Create by engaging in activities […]
