JCHS Mock Trial Sweeps Regional Competition
The Jefferson County Mock Trial Team, headed up by Mr. Cogdill, swept the Knox County Regional Mock Trial Competition. Jefferson County went up against 12 teams over the two weekend competition. They would go undefeated, including Clinton High School in the championship round. For competition, the Mock Trial Team was given a case in November; […]
White Pine Public Library Hosts Books Signing
White Pine Public Library held a book signing on Friday during the Children’s Reading Time. Sandy Whitte M.Ed, author of “Bedtime Stories from McIntyre’s Farm”, read selections from her book. The library was presented with a copy of the book along with a print by illustrator, Julee Crews, to be hung in the children’s section.
JCHS Band Students Win At East Tennessee Band & Orchestra Association’s All-East Band & Orchestra Festival In Gatlinburg
Four Jefferson County High School Band students won places various honor bands in the East Tennessee Band & Orchestra Association’s All-East Band & Orchestra Festival in Gatlinburg, February 4-6. Pictured left to right are: David Garber, junior, clarinet; Chris Grizzel, sophomore, trombone; Kieran Scruggs, sophomore, French horn; and Josh Hunt, senior, trumpet. The band director […]
Girl Scout Council of Southern Appalachian’s (GSCSA) board of directors appointed Lynne Lawson Fugate as CEO
The Girl Scout Council of Southern Appalachian’s (GSCSA) board of directors appointed Lynne Lawson Fugate as CEO of the council. Her start of service today concludes an extensive search process completed by a board of directors committee, after receiving input from council staff, volunteers and girl members. “Lynne’s extensive experience as a leader and member […]
Jefferson County Wins Regional SkillsUSA Competition
Students from Jefferson County High School participated and won in the regional SkillsUSA competition over the weekend, at Northeast State University in Kingsport. They competed against 15 other schools in the region, and this group of students will now go on to compete in Chattanooga in April at the state competition. SkillsUSA is a partnership […]
Dandridge Farmer’s Market Preps for 2016 Season
Farm fresh produce and goods will be back this spring, as the Dandridge Farmer’s Market is slated to return to the Historic Town Square in May. Following the dissolution of the Dandridge Community Trust, the Town of Dandridge took action to ensure that the popular market had a home this year, with the installation […]
Morristown Police Department Presents Detectives Bowman and Hurst with Detective of the Year Awards
Two Morristown Police Department detectives were recognized for their outstanding performance during 2015 receiving the annual “Detective of the Year” award. Police Chief Roger Overholt, Major Michelle Jones and Detective Captain Christian Newman presented Detective Phil Hurst of the Crimes Against Persons Squad and Detective Tracey Bowman of the Crimes Against Property Squad with a […]
Appalachian Electric Cooperative Celebrates Education with “Sweet Week” for Local Schools
During the month of February, AEC will join utilities across the TN Valley in celebrating public education. The campaign entitled “Love of Learning” is designed to show appreciation to local educators and community leaders for the wonderful jobs they do in educating and serving the youth of our Co-op membership. “We are fortunate to have […]
Habitat for Humanity ReStore Holds Open House
The Habitat for Humanity of Jefferson County hosted a Volunteer Roundup at their ReStore on Saturday. Habitat Director Sheila Wiggins introduced the 2 new store co-managers, Gail Steiver and Judy Furguson, who told us about some of the exciting new changes going on at the store. From sorting through and organizing items to make them more […]
View From The Chair
LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Letters To The Editor” do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Jefferson County Post nor any of its employees. The Jefferson County Post does not underwrite any of the facts or situations mentioned in the letters. Submitted by: Jim Carmichael, Chairman, Jefferson County, TN It has been a pleasure working […]
Daughters Of The American Revolution
The Martha Dandridge Washington Chapter of Daughters of the American Revolution held their organizational meeting and installation of officers on Saturday, February 6, 2016. In attendance were representatives from other local chapters including Emory Road Chapter (Knoxville), Spencer Clack Chapter (Sevierville), Samuel Doak Chapter (Morristown) and Sons of the American Revolution, as well as a […]
Happy Presidents’ Day from the Jefferson County Post
The third Monday of February is more than just an extra day off in the shortest month. Originally established in 1885 to celebrate George Washington’s birthday, Presidents’ Day was initially observed on February 22. The federal government still calls the day “Washington’s Birthday,” but since the Uniform Monday Holiday Act in 1971, the day is now commonly known as […]
Launch Party For “Bedtime Stories From McIntyre’s Farm” Packs Panther Springs UMC
A Launch Party was held for the newly released children’s book, “Bedtime Stories from McIntyre’s Farm” (Cartho Publishing). The celebration was held at Panther Springs UMC with between 150-180 in attendance. Special guests, Alyssa Werner, the current Miss Pre-Teen Tennessee and Pam Velder, Executive Director of Morristown Hamblen Humane Society, were there to help promote the […]
Ryan Cavanah Announces Candidacy For Assessor Of Property
Ryan Cavanah is a candidate for Assessor of Property in the Republican primary election to be held on March 1, 2016. Ryan is a lifelong Jefferson County resident. Born and raised in White Pine, he currently lives there with his wife of 12 years, Jennifer, and his two sons Brenden (9), and Davis (7). He […]
Susan Gass Seeks Re-Election For Assessor Of Property
I am currently the Assessor of Property of Jefferson County. I have served two terms and I am seeking a third term. Prior to being elected I was the chief deputy in the assessor’s office. In 1997 I received my Tennessee Certified Assessor designation from the Tennessee State Board of Equalization. I maintain an efficient […]
Response to Mayor Palmieri’s Recent Press Conference and other Media Reports
LETTER TO THE EDITOR “Letters To The Editor” do not necessarily reflect the opinions of The Jefferson County Post nor any of its employees. The Jefferson County Post does not underwrite any of the facts or situations mentioned in the letters. Submitted by: DAVID SEAL JEFFERSON COUNTY COMMISSION, DISTRICT 9 JANUARY 31, 2016 Response to […]
