Jefferson County School On “Shelter In Place” – Local Businesses And Residents On Altert
Maury Middle School was placed on Shelter in Place alert on Friday morning, October 23, 2015. Dandridge Police Chief Carson Williams stated that the action was precautionary and that no threat had been made directly to the school, students or personnel. Thursday evening a domestic altercation occurred on Kerr Street, which is in the vicinity […]
Committee Approves $1 Million To WPS Renovation, 5% County Raises And Hybrid Benefit Plan
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Monday, October 19, 2015 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Sitting in for Committee Member Kesterson was Commissioner Huffaker and for Committee Member Turner was Commissioner McGraw. All other Committee Members were present. Committee Member Solomon offered a Motion to accept the Minutes of the September 14, 2015 […]
AEC Explores Broadband Partnership
Appalachian Electric Cooperative (AEC) has partnered with Morristown Utilities (MUS) and FiberNet to explore the possibility of bringing high speed broadband service to members of AEC in parts of Hamblen and Jefferson Counties. We have engaged the services of a consultant to conduct a broadband assessment and feasibility study to determine the financial and business […]
JCHS & Patriot Academy Closed On Thursday
Jefferson County High School and the Patriot Academy will be closed on Thursday, October 15, 2015 due to communication lines that were downed during construction on the main campus. According to the Department of Education, the decision was made to close Jefferson County High School proper due to safety concerns regarding the lack of communication. […]
2 More Bomb Threats In Jefferson County Schools Today
Two Jefferson County Schools were the recipients of bomb threats today. According to information provided from the Jefferson County Department of Education, Jefferson Middle School received an automated bomb threat shortly after noon on Tuesday, October 6, 2015. School Administration evacuated the school and informed authorities. As a precaution due to close proximity, the Jefferson […]
Tragedy Strikes White Pine – 8 Year Old Murdered, 11 Year Old Charged With 1st Degree
Jefferson County Sheriff G.W. “Bud” McCoig and Attorney General for the 4th Judicial District Jimmy Dunn, held a press conference on Sunday afternoon, October 4, 2015, concerning the October 3rd murder of an eight year old White Pine girl. According to Sheriff McCoig, the incident occurred around 7:26 pm on Saturday evening, when authorities were […]
NASA Confirms Water On Mars
New findings from NASA’s Mars Reconnaissance Orbiter (MRO) provide the strongest evidence yet that liquid water flows intermittently on present-day Mars. Using an imaging spectrometer on MRO, researchers detected signatures of hydrated minerals on slopes where mysterious streaks are seen on the Red Planet. These darkish streaks appear to ebb and flow over time. They […]
Breaking News! – Explosion Fire Rocks Campground
An explosion rocked Swann’s Marina early Saturday morning, September 26, 2015, as early reports indicate that a camper exploded on the adjoining grounds. Multiple first responders were on the scene, battling the blaze and assisting in identifying victims of the explosion and subsequent fire. Preliminary reports indicate that three victims were airlifted by Lifestar, including […]
Know The Opponent: Bradley Central
It is homecoming in Dumplin Valley tonight, but don’t tell that to Bradley Central. They come into the contest 3-1 with their lone loss of the season a 29-24 decision to Science Hill. Ranked #10 this week in 6A, this will be the 3rd week in a row Jefferson County has faced a ranked opponent. […]
Op-Ed: Police Officers Protect And Serve Our Communities
Residents of the United States of America enjoy a security system like no other country in the world. This system is based upon being able to call the police whenever we need them. Help or protection is never too far away. We know that they will come, regardless of the circumstances or potential danger involved. […]
Haslam Takes Tennessee Story to Israel
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam and Economic and Community Development (ECD) Commissioner Randy Boyd are on a business trip to Israel focused on expanding relationships between the Tennessee and Israeli business communities, encouraging bilateral trade and investment opportunities specifically focused on high tech, biotech and health care firms. Israel attracts significant venture capital investment and is […]
Jefferson County Stings Hornets, 34-12
As Jefferson County took the field on Friday night, a field they had taken back during the offseason in a scrimmage, it was the first time the Jefferson County Patriots and the Carter Hornets had played a meaningful game since 1982; kind of odd, since the 2 schools are separated by just 15 miles. On […]
United Way Of Jefferson County Kicks Off 2015 Campaign With Parade Of Tables
It was a packed house on Thursday evening, August 27, 2015, as the United Way of Jefferson County kicked off their 2015 Campaign with a Parade of Tables and Silent Auction. The Jefferson City Christian Church hosted the event and the fellowship hall looked spectacular. Local businesses and groups sponsored and decorated individual tables in […]
Patriots vs Carter: Know The Opponent
When Jefferson County travels to Carter tonight at 7:30, both teams will be 1-0. But the similarities do not stop there. Carter On Offense On offense the Hornets will look very similar to what Jefferson County puts on the field. They will line up in the shotgun formation with 4 WR’s at all times, either […]
Scales Of Justice Tip To Gunn
Clarice Albright Gunn, a Jefferson County resident that was charged with Election Law Violation of Campaign Communications will no longer face court proceedings. The Gunn case has been closely watched across the State, as this case was unusual in the manner in which it was pursued. After several months of investigation, summons and postponements, the […]
Hollie McGhee Crowned Fairest Of The Fair 2015
Hollie McGhee was crowned Fairest Of The Fair 2015 this past weekend at the Jefferson County Fair. Hollie is the 16 year old daughter of David and Cindy McGhee of New Market. She is a rising Junior and honor student at Jefferson County High School. In the fall she will be entering Walter State Community […]
