Major League Fishing Academy Sports + Outdoors Heritage Cup Wraps Production in Knoxville & Jefferson County, TN
Major League Fishing (MLF) and 24 of the world’s best pro anglers wrapped production Sunday at the MLF Academy Sports + Outdoors Heritage Cup presented by Magellan Outdoors event in Knoxville, Tennessee. The event, hosted by the Visit Knoxville Sports Commission and Jefferson County Tourism Department, and filmed entirely for television broadcast, was shot over […]
Tennessee Republicans lead charge against forced government discrimination in Covid-19 special session
The House and Senate chambers concluded a third extraordinary session of the 112th General Assembly Oct. 30, passing a comprehensive legislative package that restores individual rights of Tennesseans by protecting against harmful federal mandates. The extraordinary special session covered a number of issues related to the Covid-19 pandemic, including President Joe Biden’s unconstitutional plan to […]
VITAL POLICY – STATE LAWMAKERS CONSIDER PARTISAN SCHOOL BOARD RACES IN SPECIAL SESSION
Representative Scott Cepicky (R-Culleoka) has introduced proposed legislation that will allow candidates for school board to run for office and be nominated by a political party on or after July 1, 2022. Senator Joey Hensley (R-Hohenwald) is the sponsor of a companion Senate Bill (9003). In light of Covid-19 issues and controversial decisions made by […]
Sevierville Attorney James H. (Jim) Ripley Announces Campaign For Chancellor
James H. (Jim) Ripley has announced he is a Republican candidate for Chancellor (Judge) of the Chancery Court in the 4th and 5th Judicial Districts of Tennessee including the counties of Sevier, Jefferson, Cocke, Grainger and Blount. The current Chancellor, Telford E. Forgety, Jr., recently announced he will not seek an additional term for the […]
It’s Take Back Time in Tennessee
The Tennessee Departments of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (TDMHSAS), Environment and Conservation, and Health are encouraging Tennesseans to participate in the next National Prescription Drug Take Back Day, Saturday, October 23 from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Organized twice a year by the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), Take Back Day encourages people to […]
JCHS Homecoming Court 2021
Photos by J. Depew Photography — Representing the Patriot Academy and the freshmen class Sirly Paz Banuelos- is the daughter of Nancy Banuelos of White Pine. She is a loving sister to her brother. Sirly is a member of the JCHS Lady Patriots Soccer Team. She attends St. Patrick Catholic Church. Sirly loves to make […]
Debris Burn Permits Required Beginning Oct. 15
National Fire Prevention Week is observed this week to educate citizens about fire prevention and safety. The Tennessee Department of Agriculture’s Division of Forestry joins the effort to promote fire prevention awareness and reminds citizens that our state is heading into fire season. A debris burn permit is required for leaf and brush piles from […]
Tennessee Farms Offer Outdoor Family Activities This Fall
Your family can conquer a corn maze, pick the perfect carving pumpkin, or create your own floral bouquet at agritourism farms across Tennessee. There is something enjoyable for family members of all ages to experience this fall while learning about Tennessee agriculture. Tennessee farmers who welcome guests continually find innovative ways to offer family fun. […]
Judge Dennis “Will” Roach II Speaks On 8th Amendment To U.S. Constitution
The issue of bail reform has been in the forefront of the news in many states over the past two years. The Eighth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution states, “Excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed, nor cruel and unusual punishments inflicted.” That amendment deals with the issue of bail in just […]
Jefferson County Schools Rank 14th Highest Performing In State – Covid Cases Dip 2 Consecutive Weeks
Copies of the U.S. Constitution are on their way to Jefferson County Eighth Graders
Copies of the U.S. Constitution are on their way to Jefferson County Eighth Graders across the school system. Pictured from left ro right are: Michelle Walker, Supervisor of Secondary Education and Assessment; Trevor Collins, Supervisor of Data and Accountability; Tommy Arnold, Supervisor of Federal Programs and Maintenance; David Seal, 917 Society Volunteer, Kristi Waltke, Supervisor of Elementary Education. The 917 Society […]
Carson-Newman, Jefferson County and Jefferson City leadership recognize September as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Leadership of Carson-Newman, Jefferson County and Jefferson City united in support of bringing awareness to the seriousness of suicide in Tennessee. In support of efforts by the Tennessee Suicide Prevention Network, Jefferson City Mayor Mitch Cain, Carson-Newman University President Charles A. Fowler and Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts signed proclamations recognizing September as Suicide Prevention […]
VITAL POLICY – Arthur Bohanan Reflects on 911 Terror Attack, Advises Vigilance
“We are not dismissing school early today. Despite the events unfolding in Washington D.C., New York, and Pennsylvania, we are not canceling class. We are not changing our schedule or yielding to those who are doing evil”, words spoken to Jefferson County High School students and staff via intercom by Assistant Principal Louie Vesser at […]
VITAL POLICY – Jefferson County Republicans Call Primary Elections for May 3, 2022, County Commission Offices Included
Jefferson County Republican Party has called primary elections for May 3, 2022, for the following offices. Circuit Court Judge 4th Judicial District, Part I Circuit Court Judge 4th Judicial District, Part II Circuit Court Judge 4th Judicial District, Part III Circuit Court Judge 4th Judicial District, Part IV Chancellor 4th […]
