Roof Collapse At Jefferson County High School
A portion of the roof at Jefferson County High School collapsed on Sunday, July 7, 2013, demolishing classrooms and exterior walls. First Responders were on the scene, as well as school personnel, to contain the situation. Initial concerns centered around a potential gas leak and that risk was immediately addressed. Though the building was thought […]
Developer Misses Tax Credits for Low Income Housing Development Adjacent to Field of Dreams
The Woda group of Ohio did not make the cut for federal tax credits, according to information recently released by the Tennessee Housing Development Agency. A section 43 housing developer, Woda had proposed a development adjacent to the Field of Dreams in Dandridge. The low income housing development, named Douglas Green, could have afforded the […]
Town of Dandridge Board of Zoning Appeals & Regional Planning Commission
Town of Dandridge Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting June 27, 2013 New Business Mack Mull Jr./Eddie Garrett, High/Kerr St., Request for variance on footage required for R-1 District. Lot size did not conform to present lot sizes zoned in R-1 District, but did conform to lot sizes adjacent to the property. A variance was […]
New Market Fire Dept. – Abandoned House Destroyed In Fire
The New Market Fire Department responded to a house fire call from a patrolling Jefferson County Police Officer early Thursday on Lowery Loop Rd. Involved were 3 tankers, 2 engines, a support vehicle and 25 firefighters along with support of an additional truck from Lakeway Central Fire Department. Captain Sammy Solomon said “it was a total […]
Shakin’ The Lake Fireworks At The Point Cancelled Due To Severe Weather Outlook
Shakin’ The Lake has been cancelled due to expected severe weather. Forecasts for July 3, 20113 include possibility of severe storms, and flash flood potential. Shakin’ The Lake is expected to be rescheduled possibly for later on this Summer. Watch for updates and announcements in the coming weeks.
Chamber Refuses Public Open Access To Records
The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce and the Economic Development Oversight Committee (EDOC) recently denied a request for employee salary information. The Jefferson County Post requested the information several weeks ago and was provided audit reports via the Jefferson County Finance Department, however those reports did not denote salary breakdowns or sharing of employees between […]
Tennessee Megasites Continue To Stumble And Fall
In the wake of the fallout from two of Tennessee’s Megasite investments, the decision of Jefferson County officials to pull out of the local Megasite project is enjoying some level of vindication. Clarksville’s Hemlock Semiconductor was named this week in the Beacon Center’s Pork Report as earning the Pork of the Year distinction for costing […]
Sinking Fund Kept Afloat By Robert’s Rules
The Jefferson County Commission met for a Called Meeting on Thursday, June 27, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Kesterson, Maples, Tabor, Musick, Patterson, Blevins, Barriero, Cureton and Turner. The Commission expressed condolences to Commissioner Patterson on the […]
Carson-Newman to offer first doctoral degree
Carson-Newman University to offer first doctoral degree this fall This fall Carson-Newman University will offer its first doctoral degree along with a new graduate degree option for those in the field of education. The announcement comes after the University received word from the Southern Association of College and Schools (SACS) that it has earned accreditation […]
Budget Passes Committee Unscathed – $.13 Cent Property Tax Increase
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County High School. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Committee Member Blevins was absent from Roll Call. End of fiscal year 2012-2013 budget amendments were presented for approval. Amendments from the County General Fund that had […]
School Board: Requested Cuts Would Cost Multiple Teaching Positions
The Jefferson County School Board met on Monday, June 24, 2013 in the library of Mt. Horeb Elementary School. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board Potts. All Board Members were present for Roll Call. Following a Motion from Board Member Vines and 2nd from Board Member Rogers the Agenda was […]
Interview with Budget Committee Chair, Roger Griffith
Budget Committee Chairman Roger Griffith has been at the helm of recent Budget Committee meetings, as the group prepares to bring the fiscal year 2013-2014 budget before the Full Commission Body for adoption. As Chairman of the Budget Committee, Griffith will also be one of three Commission members, along with citizens, that will comprise the […]
Where Your Tax Money Goes
Jefferson County is in the midst of budgeting season and there have been predictions from Jefferson County Director of Finance Helton that a tax increase is in the near future for Jefferson County property owners. Director Helton has expressed that the County Commission may be able to keep the amount of property tax increase lower […]
Carson-Newman WOV Announces “Back to the Creek Work Week”
Carson-Newman University’s Women of Vision announce its “Back to the Creek Work Week” from July 10 to 13. “Back to the Creek Week is a special opportunity for women who love Carson-Newman to make a positive impact,” said Kay O’Brien, the University’s first lady and president of Women of Vision. Women supporters and friends are […]
County Commission Votes on Audit Committee, Appointments, and Safety
The Jefferson County Commission held their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, June 17, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Blevins, Barreiro and Maples. Four set of Minutes were Approved with a Motion from Commissioner Solomon and a 2nd […]
Commission Chairman Marty Mills Addresses County Financial Issues & Future Political Aspirations
Chairman of the Jefferson County Commission, Marty Mills, addressed some of the issues that are facing the Commission during the next several weeks, as they seek to establish a budget for fiscal year 2013-2014. With the deadline for budget approval looming, Chairman Mills and the Commission are readying for some long evenings crunching numbers to […]
