Access Life Holds Expo at Cherokee Dam
Local churches and community volunteers came together Saturday at Cherokee Dam to celebrate the Access Life Expo. The Access Life ministry was founded by Doug and Leanne Goddard in 2010 after they saw a need to reach out to those living with disabilities. With the help of local churches, the two have been able to […]
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 […]
Tennessee Teams Heading to Louisiana to Help in Devastating Flood Disaster
The Tennessee Emergency Management Agency (TEMA) and the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance today announced that an 11-member team from Tennessee is being deployed to Baton Rouge, La. to assist survivors of an historic flood event that has caused 13 fatalities and damaged an estimated 40,000 homes. The Department of Commerce and Insurance is […]
Coach Spencer Riley Gives Key Note Address at United Way Parade of Tables Event
The United Way of Jefferson County kicked off their fund raising season on Thursday evening, August 18,2016 with their annual Parade of Tables and Silent Auction. Tables were sponsored by local businesses and organizations and were decorated in their theme of choice. The People’s Choice winner for the evening, which was the table that garnered […]
Patriots Take Down Grace Christian in Opener, 31-14
Coach Riley’s official Jefferson County Football Head Coach regular season debut had the team traveling to Knoxville to face off against Grace Christian Academy. In front of a huge crowd, including many who made the trip from Jefferson County to support their team, it was now time for the Jefferson County High School Patriots to […]
Summer Heat Affects Crops on Local and National Level
It would be an understatement to say that this summer has been hot. Many find themselves miserable in the summer heat, and work out ways to avoid it. However, the effects of the heat may stay with us longer than expected, especially when you buy groceries this fall. Across the nation, agriculture and livestock have […]
Saved By The Belt
Wednesday, August 10, 2016 was a day of celebration for three youngsters and a father as they were honored by the Tennessee Highway Safety Office THSO (formerly Governor’s Highway Safety Office) at Golden Corral in Morristown, Tennessee, during the THSO scheduled meeting. Several months ago the girls and one of the girl’s father (also the […]
Modern Woodmen of America Matches $2,500 for New Market Volunteer Fire Department
When the New Market Volunteer Fire Department held their recent fundraiser called “Summer Fest,” Modern Woodmen of America was there to help them! The first $2,500 that was raised that weekend was matched dollar for dollar by MWA. Richard Hall is shown presenting the check to the NMVFD Chief Frank Solomon, along with many of the […]
All 400 Permits Issued at Drawing for 2016-17 Sandhill Crane Hunting Season
All 400 permits were issued at a Saturday hand-held drawing to participate in Tennessee’s fourth Sandhill Crane hunt. The drawing was held at the Birchwood Community Center in north Hamilton County. As a result of the drawing, there are no leftover permits to issue this week at Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency regional offices. The draw was conducted […]
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 […]
Battle at Bristol Trophy Unveiled At Press Conference
Organizers unveiled the trophy for the Pilot Flying J Battle at Bristol on Wednesday at a press conference at Bristol Motor Speedway’s Bristol Club. Bristol Motor Speedway Executive Vice President and General Manager Jerry Caldwell, University of Tennessee Vice Chancellor and Director of Athletics Dave Hart and Virginia Tech Athletic Director Whit Babcock unveiled the trophy that […]
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 […]
