She Said, He Said: College Safe Spaces
The following is the second entry in “She Said, He Said,” a new series of articles seeking to compare and contrast the various views, political, social or otherwise, of Millennials in today’s world. Elizabeth Lane is a 2016 Carson-Newman University graduate with a BA in Creative Writing, and has worked at the Jefferson County Post […]
5-in-5: Landfill Director David Gaut
The Jefferson County Post recently sat down with Landfill Director David Gaut and conducted a 5-in-5 interview. With the taking over of your position, do you have a vision for what you want to do for the organization? Gaut: My vision is taking what has already been started with the trash and recycling programs and […]
School Calendar, Admission Fees and Questions About White Pine Funding high points of Called School Board Meeting
Jefferson County School Board met for a Called Meeting on Thursday, February 9, 2017, at the Patriot Academy. As Board Members worked their way through a thin agenda, it was the first look at the proposed 2017-18 School Calendar that drew the most comments. Chairman of the Board Vines expressed his concern with a July […]
Mild Winter Could Give Bassmaster Elite Series Anglers Multiple Options at Cherokee
When B.A.S.S. announced it would be holding its first Bassmaster Elite Series event of the 2017 season on Cherokee Lake in the mountains of eastern Tennessee in February, some anglers wondered if they might need ice suits and heaters on the front decks of their boats just to stay focused on fishing. But Brandon Card, […]
Jefferson County Department Of Education Relies on PCS to Improve Network Capabilities and Meet Technology Mandates
It’s no secret that education at all levels is changing at a rapid pace, with new technology entering the classroom at rapid pace, helping to foster student growth and create additional learning opportunities. To keep pace with these changes, IT departments recognize that they must effectively and proactively manage their network to support the latest […]
Nyrstar and Commerce Park Topics of IDB Meeting
The Jefferson County Industrial Development Board met Friday morning, and were joined by a number of citizens. The meeting opened with comments from the visitors, who came to voice concern regarding the actions of Nyrstar N.V. Multiple citizens commented that Nyrstar had accessed their property without notification, water wells had been impacted, materials had been […]
Water Discoloration the Topic of Dandridge Town Hall Meeting
The Town of Dandridge hosted a Town Hall Meeting on Sunday, January 29, 2017, to address concerns regarding a water discoloration issue that has plagued water customers since the Town went on line with a new water distributor several months ago. Customers noticed a change in the color of their water after the Town switched […]
School Board Funds Band Room for White Pine School Project
The Jefferson County School Board took action in their regular monthly meeting, held on Thursday, January 26, 2017, to use monies already in the capital projects budget for the 2016/2017 School Year to fund the band room renovation at White Pine School. The motion to move the remaining $113,800 that was left of the $200,000 […]
Jefferson County Schools Facilities Director Phagan Discusses Timelines for Rezoning, Capital Projects, and Renovations
With the funding questions regarding the White Pine School Renovation and Addition Project answered, at least for Phase I, Director of Facilities for Jefferson County Schools Michael Phagan is looking at time lines and a possible shift in zoning that could be on the horizon for Jefferson County Department of Education. According to Phagan, contracts […]
Department of Safety & Homeland Security’s Mobile Driver License Unit to Provide Services at Veterans Affairs Office
The Department of Safety and Homeland Security’s mobile driver license unit will provide driver services at Veterans Affairs Office located at 931 Industrial Park Road in Dandridge. The unit will be available Thursday, January 19, and will continue to provide services on the second Thursday of each month from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The […]
Faulkenberry Takes Helm of EDA
The Jefferson County Economic Development Alliance, formerly the Economic Develop Oversight Committee or EDOC, has a new name, some new faces and a new location. They also have a more defined mission for the new year. Adele Sensing, a familiar fixture with the organization, is continuing her charge to promote Jefferson County and bring in […]
Commission Answers White Pine School Funding Question
Citizens filled the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse Tuesday, January 17, 2017, as the Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Monthly Session. Though several items were presented for action, the funding of the White Pine School Renovation and Addition Project garnered the most input from the pubic. Nine citizens addressed the County Commission regarding the […]
Humane Society Seeks Funding
The Jefferson County Humane Society is currently seeking help with its annual budget from the county budget committee. The Human Society sent a letter to the committee outlining the first six months of their fiscal year for 2016/2017. The letter consisted of a resume of the Humane Society’s financial reserves. Jeanne Ringe, President of the […]
Commerce Park Proposed For White Pine
Concerned and interested citizens came out on Thursday evening, January 12, 2017, to participate in a public forum regarding a Commerce Park that has been proposed for the White Pine area. The presentation, directed by Jefferson County Industrial Development Board Chairman Larry Masters, took place at White Pine Town Hall. In addition to Masters, representatives […]
AEC Flips Switch on Green Power
Electricity in Jefferson County just got a little greener. On Thursday, Appalachian Electric Cooperative held a ceremony to “flip the switch” on their new solar farm. The project, located near New Market Elementary School, broke ground August 1, 2016 and can be seen from 11-E. The site is now home to 9,471 panels and should […]
A Big Buck Amounts to Big Bucks in Restitution in Jefferson County Deer Case
Recent legislation that increases financial penalties on those convicted of illegally killing big game has been enforced in a case involving an illegally killed deer in Jefferson Co. this November. On Thanksgiving morning around 8:20 a.m., Clarence Robertson, age 63, from New Market, shot an eleven-point buck from his driveway and across Piedmont Rd. in a […]
