Happy Independence Day from the Jefferson County Post!
Saturday is July 4th, or as the holiday is officially known, Independence Day! Independence Day celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, which established the nation as sovereign from British rule and taxation. Despite being put into action on the 4th, the Thirteen Colonies legally separated from Britain on July […]
Country Legend John Conlee to Perform in Newport, TN
Country legend John Conlee (Mr. Rose Colored Glasses), a regular performer at the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville will be performing on Saturday, July 25 at Cocke County High School, Newport, TN. During John Conlee’s 35 year career in Country Music, he has brought to audiences such classic songs as: “Rose Colored Glasses” (John’s signature […]
40th Annual Chestnut Hill Charity Horse Show
It is that time of year, when a bounty of beautiful horses and accomplished riders make their way to Chestnut Hill Ballfield for the 40th year of competition. The Chestnut Hill Fire Department hosted their annual Horse Show on Friday and Saturday, June 27 and 28, 2015. A two day event, the competition brings out […]
Ribbon Cutting for Mossy Creek Wines & Spirits
The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce held a ribbon cutting for Mossy Creek Wines & Spirits on Thursday afternoon, June 25, 2015. The event ushered in a new era in Jefferson County, as Mossy Creek Wines & Spirits has the distinction of being the first retail package store to have an official ribbon cutting since […]
New Market Hosts Summerfest 2015
The New Market Volunteer Fire Dept. hosted their annual Summerfest last weekend. A two day event, Summerfest is a major fund raiser for the active department. Even high winds and rain did not dampen the enthusiasm that surrounds a special announcement of an additional sub station that has been highly anticipated. The festival kicked off […]
Happy Father’s Day from the Jefferson County Post!
Sunday, June 21, 2015, is host to one of the most celebrated holidays in contemporary history: Father’s Day, a celebration of love and appreciation for the impact that fathers have on individuals and culture around the world. While Father’s Day and Mother’s Day are celebrated with very similar vigor, the histories of the two differ […]
Jefferson City Christian Church’s Mission at Home
Habitat for Humanity got a helping hand this week from the Jefferson City Christian Church. Luke Emmert – the church’s youth pastor, Tara Patel – the Habitat Volunteer Coordinator, Jeff Hayes – the Habitat Construction Manager, and a group of ten students helped restore a home in Rushstrong Thursday, accomplishing a substantial amount of work […]
Shooters Bring Home Awards
The Jefferson County 4H Shooters successfully competed in the Regional Tennessee Scholastic Clay Target Program on Tuesday, June 9, 2015, scoring two Regional 1st place rankings, a 2nd place Regional finish, and a 3rd place ranking across the four divisions of shooters. The results are as follows: Varsity: 3rd in Region Derek Masoner, Issac Hodges, […]
Boys And Girls Club Students of the Month: May 2015
K-2nd: Dante Gates My favorite thing about my Club is: going outside and playing. My favorite area at the Club is: the games room. My Boys & Girls Club helps me by: giving awesome snacks and meals after school. 3rd-5th: Toni Cason My favorite thing about my Club is: the great staff. My favorite area at […]
Ribbon Cutting for New Jefferson City Business
The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony for Skillworks, LLC. A new business located in Jefferson City, Skillworks is owned by local entrepreneur Matthew Evon. Skillworks provides skilled labor on a per-need basis to satisfy other businesses’ needs. Local dignitaries were on hand to help welcome the new enterprise to the […]
Dandridge Elementary Honors Day
All A’s Zachary Blais Sophie Swann Noah Williams Dennis Parrott Meici Payne Hailey Mullane A’s and B’s Hannah Burris Zoie Denton Braden Hechmer Abbie Hicks Bree Ooten Cole Perry Dakota Poe Jacob Rogers Eli Shirley Jane Tucker Sydney Venable Caitlyn Hill Nick Miller Teresa Bryant Luke Cameron Alexander Daniels Cheyenne Davis Aiyana Lamb Houston […]
New Market Elementary School Honor’s Day Awards & 5th Grade Graduation
New Market Elementary School recently honored students for their achievements during the 2014-2015 school year. New Market Elementary School Honor’s Day Awards & 5th Grade Graduation County Wide Field Day Team – Awarded the Sportsmanship Award 5th Grade Jada Curry Emma Turner Brynn Merriman Reanna Sands Alexandra Manley Tanner Herndon Logan Washam Elijah Holiway Hunter […]
Happy Memorial Day from the Jefferson County Post
Monday, May 25, 2015 is Memorial Day, a federal holiday dedicated to the fallen servicemen and women who have laid down their lives in defense of the United States. Celebrated on the last Monday in May, Memorial Day originated as Decoration Day in 1868, when Union soldiers established the holiday as a time to decorate […]
Elementary County Wide Field Day As School Races To An End
Jefferson County Elementary students from across the County met at Jefferson Middle School football field for County Wide Field Day. Athletes competed in field events such as the long jump and sack race, as well as both relay and individual track events. Schools were divided into large or small divisions, with Jefferson Elementary, Dandridge Elementary, […]
Getting Down on the Farm
Lost Creek Band was down on the farm Saturday evening, as the Dumplin Valley Farm Concert Series held its kick off night. The annual concert series brings a new musical talent to Jefferson County on the second Saturday of each month, from May until August. Located on the Havely Farm at 549 East Dumplin Valley […]