Differentiated Pay Changes Find Smooth Sailing but Capital Projects Plan Hits Rocky Waters
Thursday, September 8, 2016 marked the first meeting of the new composition of the Jefferson County School Board. Board Members met in a Called Meeting at the Patriot Academy to elect new officers and address concerns regarding the Differentiated Pay Plan and the Capital Projects Plan, as well as approve a field trip request. Three […]
Where’s All the Water?
It’s no secret that area lakes are a source of life and recreation around East Tennessee. With summer ending, you might begin asking yourself where some of the lake water has gone? According to TWRA, water levels around the area tend to fluctuate a great deal, and the winter draw down can be relatively scarce. […]
Threats At Patriot Academy Heighten Police Presence
Jefferson County High School Patriot Academy had extra law enforcement protection on Thursday, September 8, 2016 due to security concerns regarding a threat that was received via social media. Though the Patriot Academy is in the jurisdiction of the Dandridge Police Dept, Dandridge Police Chief Carson Williams stated that his department was acting in a […]
Officials Take Oath Of Office
Jefferson County, TN’s recently elected officials took the Oath of Office, September 1, 2016 in the Historic Courthouse with the Honorable Judge Will Roach presiding and administering. The ceremony was lead by Jefferson County Mayor, Alan Palmieri along with Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce President Darrell Helton opening. The officials were as follows: Susan Gaddis […]
Jefferson County Republican Headquarters Opens In Dandridge
Tuesday, August 20, 2016 was the opening day for the Jefferson County Republican Headquarters. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 10am to 1pm, and 3pm to 6pm. Tennessee State Representative Jeremy Faison, State Executive Committee Woman, Betty Fain and Jefferson County Republican Party Treasurer, Sue Hoke, were on hand for the opening […]
Hekko Hauls in Heroin for Dandridge Police Department
Sunday, August 21, 2016, the Dandridge Police seized a large amount of Heroin along with Cocaine, Marijuana, Methadone, and paraphernalia. The bust came as result of a routine stop by officers Hanshew and Schultz of the Danridge Police Department. According to Hanshew, the suspect was at the Pilot Gas Station at 417 Exit of I-40 […]
Jefferson County Schools Get $2.1 Million Boost
The Jefferson County School Board held a combination Work Session and Voting Meeting on Thursday evening, August 25, 2016. For Board Members Cavanah, Lowery and Rogers it was their final time at the table, as the trio will exit the Board in September. Newly elected Board Members Fair and Cox (Solomon not present)were invited to […]
County Highway Department Lends a Helping Hand for JCHS Paving
The Jefferson County school board recently put out a bid to local paving contractors for the opportunity of assisting in a developing project at the high school. Plans were recently discussed in hopes of paving the parking lot at the high school, along with several side roads around the school itself. While a bid was […]
Music on the Town Returns to Dandridge September 3rd!
Music on the Town is back in historic downtown Dandridge this year, with the first event on Saturday, September 3rd. The opening date was moved to Saturday, September 3, 2016 so as not to conflict with the first University of Tennessee football game which was rescheduled late to Thursday, September 1. The event will feature […]
Jefferson County Schools Still Battling Overcrowding
With the end of summer comes the reality of back to school, and for some across the county it brings back the headaches and stresses of real life. Jefferson County has experienced an influx of students that most schools simply cannot hold, particularly in recent years. As most of the schools have been around for […]
Faulkenberry tapped as new Executive Director of EDOC
“He knows us, and he can help us get where we’re going.” According to EDOC Board President Langdon Potts, those were deciding factors in selecting development consultant Scott Faulkenberry as the new Executive Director of Jefferson County’s Economic Development Oversight Committee. Faulkenberry led the capital campaign that successfully raised funds for economic development through a […]
The 2016 Jefferson County Fair is in Town
The Jefferson County Fair has kicked off their 2016 season and the midway has never shone brighter. Thursday was opening evening at the fairgrounds but it was the weekend that really brought in the crowd. August is always a highly anticipated month in Jefferson County because it brings one of the year’s favorite events. The […]
Patricia Gourlay Crowned Jefferson County Fairest of the Fair 2016
The shining moment of the Jefferson County Fair took place Saturday night as the 2016 Jefferson County Fairest of the Fair was crowned. The night of 80’s themed backdrops and music was the crowning jewel of three nights of events, all leading up to a special moment for one of the lucky ladies. The contestants held hands […]
School Board Holds Second to Last Meeting Before Welcoming New Members
The Jefferson County School Board is winding up business that is currently on its agenda, in preparation of the exit of three sitting Board Members and the swearing in of their replacements. Board Members Cavanah and Rogers will be retiring from their posts at the end of the month and Board Member Lowery made an […]
Dandridge Board Of Mayor And Aldermen Upgrade Police Protective Gear
Law Enforcement Officers for the Town of Dandridge will be getting additional body armor and helmets, thanks to the unanimous action of the Board of Mayor and Aldermen Tuesday evening. Aldermen Depew and Thornhill brought a motion that will ramp up the protection available to Dandridge Police by providing the new armor and helmets to […]
Jefferson County Schools Hold First Day of New Year
Students and teachers headed back to the classroom as Jefferson County Schools held their first day on Friday. Jefferson County held a half day in which students could meet their teachers and pick up all necessary paperwork. Excitement was especially seen at Mt. Horeb Elementary, as students and parents met teachers for the first time […]
