Tourism in Jefferson County Generated $73.5 Million in Visitor Spending in 2024
Visitors to Jefferson County generated $73,525,570 in spending in 2024, according to newly released data from Tourism Economics and the Tennessee Department of Tourist Development. While this represents a 6.4% decrease from 2023, local officials emphasize that the county’s tourism industry continues to play a critical role in the regional economy despite significant challenges. “Tourism has long […]
U.S. Marshals Arrest Fugitive on Florida Warrant for Sexual Battery on a Minor
David G. Jolley, United States Marshal for the Eastern District of Tennessee, announces the arrest of Eleazar Briones-Vega for Capital Sexual Battery on a Minor. Briones-Vega was wanted out of Sarasota County, Florida by the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office. On the morning of August 28, 2025, the U.S. Marshals Service (USMS) Greeneville office received information […]
Secretary of State Hargett, Sen. Seal, Rep. Faison, & Rep. Farmer Present $218,316 in TOP, Tech, & Construction Grants to Jefferson County Libraries
Secretary of State Tre Hargett, State Sen. Jessie Seal, State Rep. Jeremy Faison, and State Rep. Andrew Farmer today presented Jefferson County libraries with Training Opportunities for the Public (TOP), Technology, and Construction Grants totaling $218,316. The Jefferson City Library received $3,140 in TOP and $8,962 in Technology Grant funding totaling $12,102 for improved wireless […]
Tennessee’s 2025 Free Hunting Day Set for August 23
Tennessee residents are allowed to hunt without a license on Saturday, Aug. 23, which coincides with the opening day of squirrel season. Free Hunting Day is an annual event provided by the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency (TWRA) in hopes of increasing interest in hunting. Squirrel hunting is one of Tennessee’s oldest and favorite traditions. The […]
Jefferson County Post Urges – Drive with Care – School Is Back in Session
A Message from the Jefferson County Post: Drive with Care—School Is Back in Session As summer fades and the school bells ring once again across Jefferson County, the Jefferson County Post urges all motorists to exercise heightened caution on our roads. With the return of students to classrooms, our streets are once again bustling with […]
TVA Surpasses New Summer Power Demand Peaks, Signals Valley Growth
The Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) confirmed record-breaking power demand across the region this July, with three successive peaks that have already exceeded last year’s summer high. On Wednesday, July 30, TVA recorded a preliminary summer-to-date peak of 31,888 megawatts at a system average temperature of 93°F, its highest mark so far this season. The peak […]
Cabinet & Design Gallery Opens Doors with Community-Focused Ribbon Cutting in Historic Dandridge
Historic Dandridge welcomed a new local gem yesterday as Cabinet & Design Gallery officially opened its doors at 876 South Highway 92. Owned by Dan and Rebel Chreste, the gallery celebrated its launch with a ribbon cutting ceremony hosted by the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce, drawing attendees from across the community, including chamber members, […]
County Commission Holds First Meeting Of New Fiscal Year
The Jefferson County Commission held the first meeting of the new fiscal year on Monday, July 21, 2025. Preceding the start of Business, Proclamations and Resolutions were presented in honor of the late Mack France Jr. who perished in the service of his country during the Vietnam War and in honor of the Bradenton Lodge […]
Sun, Surf… and Salmonella? What to Watch for at Seafood Buffets This Summer
Buffet Safety Tips for Beachgoers and Big Families As summer heats up and families flock to the coasts for sun, surf, and seafood, buffet-style dining becomes an easy go-to—especially for large groups with diverse tastes. But with beachside restaurants often spotlighting seafood buffets, it’s even more important to be food-safe savvy. Here’s how to enjoy […]
Caution Advised As Prolonged Heat Wave Settles On East Tennessee
East Tennessee Swelters Under Prolonged Heat Wave East Tennessee residents are enduring a relentless stretch of scorching summer weather, as a powerful heat dome continues to grip the region. Temperatures have consistently climbed into the mid-90s, with heat index values soaring past 100 degrees in many valley areas. The National Weather Service has issued repeated […]
FREE Vessel Examinations this Saturday for Jefferson County Boaters
The U. S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Knoxville-First Flotilla invites all Jefferson County boaters to get a free vessel safety examination on Saturday, July 12th, at the boat launch at the Dandridge Municipal Park on Chestnut Hill Road and Public Drive. Coast Guard Auxiliary-certified vessel examiners will perform a Vessel Safety Check (VSC) for your boat […]
LOCAL STUDENT GRADUATES FROM FURMAN UNIVERSITY
Furman University President Elizabeth Davis presided over the class of 2025 commencement exercises, which took place Saturday, May 10, in Paladin Stadium on campus. The class of 2025 included 571 students who graduated in the spring semester. Sophie Madeline Swann of Dandridge, Tennessee, graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science in Neuroscience. Swann’s […]
Tribute To Frank Niceley
Previously published in The Tennessee Conservative Photo credit: Geneva DeCobert The Tennessee Conservative [By David Seal] – The first sentence of Frank Niceley’s Obituary states as follows: “Frank Samuel Niceley, age 78, passed away on June 19, 2025, from a heart attack. He died with his boots on, plowing a river bottom field on his farm in […]
