Spring is in the Air
After weathering a brisk February, warm weather lovers will bask in early spring like temperatures this week. With predictions showing the thermometer hovering in the upper 70s by mid week, it appears that Old Man Winter may have released his grasp on East Tennessee. Though the official start of spring is still several weeks away, […]
Using a Computer, Social Activities Tied to Reduced Risk of Memory Decline
Keeping the brain active with social activities and using a computer may help older adults reduce their risk of developing memory and thinking problems, according to a study released today that will be presented at the American Academy of Neurology’s 68th Annual Meeting in Vancouver, Canada, April 15 to 21, 2016. “The results show the […]
Low Income Housing Targets Gatlinburg Arts & Crafts Community – Will Gatlinburg Step Up or Step Aside?
Gatlinburg’s Arts & Crafts Community, the largest group of independent artisans in North America, may soon have a new neighbor. The Glades Road loop that houses the popular tourist attraction has attracted the attention of a developer looking to cash in on the low income tax credit program that is offered by the Tennessee Housing […]
Mandated Restitution Fines in Effect for Convictions in Illegal Killing, Possession of Big Game Wildlife
In order to create stiffer penalties for those convicted of illegally killing or possessing big game species, the Tennessee General Assembly passed legislation last year that creates restitution for illegally taken big game animals. The change in the law was the result of a group of concerned citizens who were experiencing numerous incidents of people […]
JCHS Boys’ Brought to a Close by David Crockett Pioneers
The Jefferson County boys basketball team made the trip to Morristown East High School to face off against the David Crockett High School Pioneers in a tough battle Tuesday night. The 20-4 Pioneers had depth on both sides of the court, and dominated the scoring game, especially in the first quarter, when they hit three long three-pointers […]
Tennessee State Park Hosts Statewide Hikes to Celebrate Spring
Tennessee’s 56 State Parks are hosting statewide hikes and a photo contest on March 19 to celebrate the coming of spring. All hikes will be guided by Park staff who can speak to the natural, cultural and historical treasures that Tennessee State Parks has to offer. From the cypress swamps of the Mississippi River in […]
Gass & Trump Big Winners In Jefferson County
Tennessee came out in force for Super Tuesday and Jefferson County was well represented in the numbers, as voters braved the inclement weather to cast their ballots. With only one contested local race, that of Property Assessor, much of the interest was on the Presidential Primary for both political parties. As Jefferson County, like Tennessee, […]
Morristown PD Asking Citizens Help To ID Aggravated Robbery Suspect
The Morristown Police Department is asking for citizens’ help in identifying a suspect in an aggravated robbery that occurred on February 29, 2016. The robbery occurred around 9:30 Monday night at the Fastop located at 3507 E Andrew Johnson Hwy. in Morristown. A male subject walked into the store wearing gray jogging pants, gray and […]
Retention Funds Pave The Way
Money may be available for a significant paving project at Jefferson County High School, according to information provided to the School Board by Department of Education Business Affairs Director Michael Phagan during their meeting Thursday evening, February 25, 2016. Phagan stated that funds left over from several renovation and building projects can be combined with […]
Lady Vols Steamroll Georgia’s Lady Bulldogs, 80-60
The University of Tennessee Lady Volunteers hosted the University of Georgia Lady Bulldogs in their last regular season home game for 2015-2016 season. The seniors, Bashaara Graves, Jamine Jones, and Nina Moore, were honored just before the game, with their families, by The University and the Lady Vols coaching staff. The Lady Volunteers busted out of the […]
Spring Breakers, Mission Trip Members Need Awareness of Mosquito-borne Diseases
Across Tennessee, thousands of college students, members of faith organizations, healthcare professionals and others are planning spring or summer trips to warmer locations for fun and/or for mission work. The Tennessee Department of Health cautions travelers headed soon to these warmer climates to have an increased awareness about diseases spread by mosquitoes and to make […]
JCHS Boys Overcome Tennessee High
The Jefferson County Patriots Boys, coming up in a close second to Sevier County for the IMAC title, advanced to the first round of Regionals. The game was played at JCHS Saturday night against Tennessee High, the same school whose girls knocked the Lady Patriots out of the tourney. The Patriots pulled ahead quickly in the first […]
Jefferson County Wins Regional SkillsUSA Competition
Students from Jefferson County High School participated and won in the regional SkillsUSA competition over the weekend, at Northeast State University in Kingsport. They competed against 15 other schools in the region, and this group of students will now go on to compete in Chattanooga in April at the state competition. SkillsUSA is a partnership […]
Lady Patriots Fall Just Short to Tennessee High, 56-50
The Jefferson County High School girls were able to start off the State Region 1 Tournament on their home court Friday Night. The Tennessee High School Vikings traveled down from the Bristol areal to go head-to-head with the Lady Patriots. Action for the evening started off with Jefferson County pulling ahead to take an early lead. Ryleigh […]
Attorney General Announces $3 Million Settlement with Timeshare Company
Tennessee Attorney General Herbert H. Slatery III today announced a $3 million settlement with Festiva, a network of vacation and timeshare companies, for alleged violations of the federal Telemarking Act, federal Telemarketing Sales Rule, and the Tennessee Consumer Protection Act. Under the terms of the settlement, Festiva has agreed to provide $1,250,000 in cash restitution […]
Jefferson County Emergency Services are a Force of Nature and You Can be Too – Severe Weather Week Feb 28-Mar 5
This time of year is a perfect occasion to Be a Force of Nature and Jefferson County Emergency Services are proud to be promoting severe weather preparedness week. To help spread the word and make its employees and members of the community better prepared, the Emergency Agencies of JeffersonCounty are committed to being a leader […]
