I-40 Crash in Jefferson County
An afternoon crash at I-40 mile marker 423 has left multiple fatalities and injuries. According to information from the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, a chartered bus was traveling eastbound on I-40 when it suffered a blown left front tire, causing the bus to cross the median and clip a westbound Tahoe before […]
Scots-Irish Festival 2013
On Saturday, September 28, Dandridge hosted the 2013 Scots-Irish Festival, a much-loved celebration of cultural heritage. The turnout for the festival was exceptional, with the streets of downtown Dandridge packed with attendees and various booths and tents. Several clans and houses, both large and small, were represented, bearing their crests and traditional garments, turning the […]
Tennessee Bass Federation, 2013 State Tournament East Division a Huge success.
The top 6 anglers from this weekend’s TBF Tournament at The Point Marina and their 2 day catch totals: 1st place, Adam Jones, Knox County Bassmasters, 26.30 pounds; 2nd place, Eddie Mullins, Cherokee Bassmaster, 25.94 pounds; 3rd place, Benny Kizer, Smoky Mountain Bass Anglers #2, 24.43 pounds; 4th place, Larry Reid, Smoky Mountain Bass Anglers […]
2nd Annual Douglas Dash
In the wee hours of the morning on Saturday, lads and lasses began registering for a hardy run to benefit the Boys and Girls Club of Dumplin Valley and the Dandridge Community Trust. The one mile competitive event coincided with the Scots-Irish Festival and the completion of the race was the beautiful Douglas Lake. This […]
IDB to tour available properties to assess viability for purchase
The Jefferson County Industrial Development Board met on Friday, September 27, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman Duignan. Present for Roll Call were Board Members Masters, Keck, Worley, Snodgrass, Kisabeth and Jenkins. With a Motion from Keck and 2nd from Worley, the Minutes were Approved. Jenkins […]
School Board Funds Purchase of New System
The Jefferson County School Board met for its regular monthly meeting on Thursday, September 26, 2013, at the Patriot Academy. The Meeting was Called to Order by Vice Chairman Jarnigan. Absent from Roll Call were Board Members Potts and Vines. School Board Officers were elected for the next year, with Potts returning as Chairman of […]
C-N Leading Community Green Movement with Students for Environmental Action
With so much emphasis regarding climate change, the newest trend is the going green movement. Carson-Newman is helping to lead this community movement with the fairly new organization, Students for Environmental Action. Dr. Susan Karr, the environmental science professor on the campus, is over the program and encourages students to do more out in the […]
Arthur “Tom” Cole Leads Day 1 of TBF Bass Tournament on Douglas Lake
Arthur “Tom” Cole leads Day 1 of this weekend’s 2 day Tennessee Bass Federation, Eastern State Division Tournament, weighing in with 17.63 pounds. Today began the TBF bass tournament at Douglas Lake. The top six anglers from this weekend’s Eastern Division Tournament will join with the Western Tennessee State Tournament top anglers to form the […]
Suit Filed Regarding Body Farm
The Jefferson County Planning Commission and Board of Zoning Appeals met on Tuesday, September 24, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board of Zoning Appeals Reneau. Present for Roll Call were Board Members Batson, Lakin, Shrader and Springfield. Minutes from the previous meeting were […]
JCHS Rocks The Vote
The Jefferson County Election Office was on hand Tuesday to register eligible students to vote. Students ages 18 or over were able to register to vote during their lunch break in the Commons Area of Jefferson County High School. The registration coincided with National Voter Registration Day and was a spotlight event promoted by Secretary […]
Mayor Palmieri Proclaims Constitution Week In Jefferson County
Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri signed a Proclamation declaring September 17-23, 2013, Constitution Week in Jefferson County. September 17, 2013, marked the 226th anniversary of the drafting of the Constitution of the United States of America. Gloria Beauchamp, Regent, and Margaret Renner, Constitution Chairman of the Samuel Doak Chapter of the National Society of the American […]
Flu Season Quickly Approaching
October is quickly approaching and with it the beginning of the flu season. According to Gail Harmon, Assistant Regional Director Department of Health-East Region, the typical influenza season begins as early as October and can continue through the middle of May. Generally, the peak of the season is in the cold weather months or January […]
Saint John’s Bible Exhibit At Carson-Newman University
Carson-Newman University is eagerly awaiting the arrival of an exciting exhibit which they will open to the public as well as fellow students and employees. September 26 will mark the opening celebration for the Saint John’s Bible. The opening will take place at the First Baptist Church of Jefferson City at 7 p.m. There will […]
Firefighter Injured in New Market House Fire
New Market Volunteer Fire Department and emergency personnel responded to a house fire around 11:00 am, September 18, 2013 at 1231 Old Andrew Johnson Highway in New Market, TN where Captain Sammy Solomon sustained injuries after falling from a ladder while battling the blaze. He sustained minor injuries and was transported to UT Hospital where […]
