Budget Committee Allows Dip into Landfill Funds Despite Ongoing Deficit
Despite an on going audit finding in excess of $3 million dollars deficit for Landfill post closure costs, the Jefferson County Budget Committee recently approved the use of around $588,000. The monies are to be used for excavation and engineering services for a Class III Cell B Closure at the Jefferson County Landfill. The post […]
JCHS Announces Proposed Design for New Leroy Shannon Field
Jefferson County Schools is excited to announce, and share with the community, the proposed design of Leroy Shannon Field on the campus of JCHS. The renovations include a synthetic game field, new track, new tennis courts, upgrades at the softball facility, and an expanded natural grass practice field. JCHS Athletic Director – Mr. Randy Rogers […]
Chesnut Hill Road Closed Due to Rockslide
State Route 92, known as Chesnut Hill Road in Southern Jefferson County is temporarily closed due to a rockslide. The damage is located near Lake Breeze Drive. TDOT estimates that the road will remain closed until around 4 p.m.
Representative Faison Elected Co-Chairman Of The Tennessee Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus
State Representative Jeremy Faison (R-Cosby) was elected by his peers to serve as co-chairman with State Senator Mike Bell (R-Riceville) of the Tennessee Legislative Sportsmen’s Caucus. Founded in 2015, the bicameral Sportsmen’s Caucus works hand in hand with wildlife conservation organizations like the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency and the National Wild Turkey Federation to protect […]
PUBLIC NOTICE – Jefferson County Highway Commission Meeting, March 12, 2019
PUBLIC NOTICE Notice is hereby given to all residents of Jefferson County, Tennessee and to all persons interested, that the regular meeting of the Jefferson County Highway Commission will be held on Tuesday, March 12, 2019 at 7:00 PM, at its office in the courthouse in Dandridge. This notice is given pursuant to the provisions […]
Jefferson County Among Governor’s Top 33 Healthier Communities
The Governor’s Foundation for Health and Wellness today designated 33 counties, cities, towns, neighborhoods, and college campuses as Healthier Tennessee Communities at the organization’s gala event in Franklin. An additional 17 awards highlighting outstanding achievements by individuals and communities were presented at the Graystone Quarry event. The City of Kingsport became the first city in […]
Suspect Shoots Wife, Then Takes Own Life
Jefferson County, TN Sheriff’s Department – Investigators with the Criminal Investigation Division have finished the preliminary investigation into the events that occurred at 1893 Oak Grove Rd on February 19, 2019. The investigation revealed that Juan Lopez Pineda age 46 was the male subject observed at the front door upon deputies arrival who also stated […]
Jefferson County Schools Closed January 30, 2019
Jefferson County schools has announced that it will be closed on Wednesday, January 30, 2019, due to inclement weather. East Tennessee, including Jefferson County, will be under a winter weather advisory though Thursday morning. Sub Freezing temperatures can be expected to last through Thursday with a warm-up expected for the weekend.
Commission Meets For First Vote Of 2019
The Jefferson County Commission met for their first voting meeting of the new year on Tuesday, January 22, 2019 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was called to order by Commission Chair, Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts. All Commissioners were in attendance. Following the approval of the agenda and minutes, the Commission heard […]
School Board To Address Insurance On Fair Property
The Jefferson County School Board met for a Work Session and voting meeting on Thursday evening at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Absent from the meeting was Board Member Bradley. Several interest groups from various schools were recognized at the beginning of the voting meeting. Jefferson County Mayor Mark Potts was on hand to present […]
Heating Woes Leaves Students Shivering
The return of frigid temperatures to the area has brought more than inconvenience to students and staff at the Patriot Academy. For several days, they have struggled with working in a space that has ranged from uncomfortable to cold due to heating issues at the Patriot Academy. With multiple classrooms without heat, administrators have moved […]
By the Numbers: JCHS Report Card Shows Improvement Needed in Academic Achievement and School Climate
Just prior to Christmas Break, the Tn Department of Education rolled out its’ 2017/2018 District/School Report Card complete with a new, easier to read system of scoring schools and districts. The new report card follows much the same system as student report cards. The various areas of scoring are done on a scale of 0-4 […]
State Rep. Jeremy Faison Urges A New Approach To Criminal Justice Reform: Restorative Justice
“Buzz Words” are thrown around during campaign season by passionate politicians to emphasize their platform and to bolster support. Criminal Justice Reform (CJR) is one of these “buzz words.” From conservative groups such as the Beacon Center to liberal groups such as the ACLU, public support for CJR is on the rise. President Trump, Nancy […]
