Historic Jefferson County Courthouse Beautification
The Dandridge Community Trust held their dedication ceremony for the beautification project at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse on Thursday, August 6, 2015. Several local officials and residents lined the front steps of the Historic Courthouse to view the cosmetic improvements that were donated by Dandridge Community Trust. Among those present and speaking at the […]
Rush Strong Still Battling Sewage Issues
After three months of summer vacation and extensive work that included consultation with local experts, students and teachers will return to a familiar, if improved, problem at Rush Strong School. Last spring information came to the forefront that indicated environmental violations regarding the sewage treatment plant at the school, with findings that were concerning to […]
Ghosts Of Budget Past Haunt Meeting
Though the new fiscal year has begun, the Work Session of the Jefferson County Commission was still largely dealing with business left over from the prior fiscal year that ended on June 30th. Discussion largely centered around past statements by elected officials during the prior budgeting process and the accuracy of those statements. Budget Committee […]
Accident Shuts Down Interstate
Travelers on both East and Westbound I-40 found themselves in a traffic quagmire on Monday morning following a traffic accident that effectively shut down the Interstate between Jefferson County and Sevier County. According to information provided by Tennessee Department of Transportation, the incidents are not expected to be cleared until around 2pm, leaving travelers stranded […]
June Jubilee Returns To Dandridge
June Jubilee made its first appearance in Historic Dandridge in several years on Saturday, June 20, 2015. The streets of the historic town square were packed early, as locals and visitors came out in abundance to welcome the beloved street fair back to Town. More than 50 vendors were on hand offering everything from delicious […]
11-9 Vote No Property Tax Increase
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, June 15, 2015 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Carmichael. Absent from Roll Call was Commissioner Dockery. Commissioner McGraw addressed a letter that was received by Commissioners but was not signed and requested that […]
JUNE JUBILEE RETURNS JUNE 20th… BE THERE IN THE HISTORIC TOWN SQUARE
June Jubilee will arrive on the streets of the Historic Town Square in Dandridge this Saturday, June 20, 2015. A favorite event of the past, June Jubilee is making its’ first appearance in several years and the return promises excitement for the community and visitors. More than 50 vendors will line Main Street in downtown […]
Teen Attacked By Black Bear While Sleeping
For the second time this season, Great Smoky Mountain Nation Park officials have issued a warning concerning bear incidents in the Park. Late Saturday evening, around 10:30 pm, a teenager was pulled from his hammock as he slept ten feet away from his father. According to officials, the father and son were on a back […]
Dandridge Elementary Honors Day
All A’s Zachary Blais Sophie Swann Noah Williams Dennis Parrott Meici Payne Hailey Mullane A’s and B’s Hannah Burris Zoie Denton Braden Hechmer Abbie Hicks Bree Ooten Cole Perry Dakota Poe Jacob Rogers Eli Shirley Jane Tucker Sydney Venable Caitlyn Hill Nick Miller Teresa Bryant Luke Cameron Alexander Daniels Cheyenne Davis Aiyana Lamb Houston […]
The Cruisin’ Was Groovin’ In Downtown Dandridge Saturday
It was a blast from the past in Historic Downtown Dandridge on Saturday, May 30, 2015, as the annual Cruisin’ & Groovin’ Antique Car Show came to town. Beauties from prior decades lined the streets, offering local car enthusiasts the opportunity to view the automobiles and chat with the owners. The event is hosted by […]
2015 Boating Season Kicks Off with Memorial Day Weekend
Memorial Day holiday weekend is regarded as the unofficial start to the summer boating season and the Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency wants to emphasize the use of life jackets while boating in a safe and responsible manner. Annually, the Memorial Day weekend is one of the year’s busiest boating weekends. Last year over the holiday […]
Some County Departments Feel The Cut
County Departments felt the brunt of the a $1.7 million dollar deficit that loomed over Jefferson County, during the Jefferson County Budget Committee meeting on Tuesday evening, May 19, 2015. Following last week’s County Commission meeting where the proposed mineral tax, that the Budget Committee had assigned to cover $750,000 of the fiscal year 2015-2016’s […]
FOP #61 Holds Annual Memorial Ride
The local Fraternal Order of Police #61 held their annual memorial ride on Thursday, May 14, 2015. Leaving out from the Jefferson County Co op, dozens of officers filed single file, lights on, to their destination at Douglas Dam where they held a memorial service honoring those that have fallen this year in the line […]
Open Records Plaintiff Arrested As Case Moves Forward – Attorney Believes No Coincidence
Jefferson County resident Clarice Albright Gunn, of Strawberry Plains, has been charged with one count of Election Law Violation of Campaign Communications, according to information provided by the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation Media Contact Susan Niland. Originally, the TBI had issued a press release that was reported by several media sources stating that Clarice Albright […]
Honors Night For Jefferson County High School Class Of 2015
Jefferson County High School Class of 2015 were recently honored with an awards evening at Carson Newman University. Over 300 students were recognized for their accomplishments and scholarships, as the best of the best of 2015. Listed in order presented and pictured- Community Service Award-Bree Eccles, Logan Miller and Ashley Taylor Community Patriot Award-EM and […]
