Business Fairness Act protects businesses in state of emergency
Legislation that seeks to protect small businesses during a state of emergency passed unanimously in the House Chamber on Monday. The Covid-19 pandemic presented many challenges for small businesses across the state. Those that were not deemed essential suffered while their bigger competitors were allowed to remain open, ultimately giving government the authority to pick […]
Legislation addressing teacher shortage passes in the House
Legislation that addresses Tennessee’s teacher shortage passed the House on Monday. House Bill 533 simplifies the process for teachers who are moving to Tennessee to receive an appropriate teaching license, helping qualified teachers get into classrooms quicker. The bill allows out-of-state educators who possess the equivalent of a Tennessee professional teacher’s license in their current […]
First Full Pads Practice of the Josh Heupel Era Complete
The first full pads practice of the Josh Heupel era is complete. Tennessee football went through its third practice of the spring and its first outdoor workout for over two hours on Tuesday afternoon at Haslam Field. Sunny skies finally greeted the Volunteers after the first two practices of week one were forced indoors due to inclement weather. […]
Interstate Construction Halted for Easter Holiday
The Tennessee Department of Transportation will suspend all interstate construction work this Easter weekend in anticipation of increased holiday travel. TDOT crews and contractors will stop all road construction work that requires lane closures beginning Thursday, April 1 at 6:00 p.m. through Monday, April 5 at 6:00 a.m. This will provide maximum roadway capacity to […]
Funding Denied For New Jefferson Elementary School
The Jefferson County Commission turned down a motion to fund a nearly $20 million dollar request from the Jefferson County Department of Education. Last week the Commission heard a proposal that would fund a new school to house Jefferson Elementary at the projected cost of $19,950,000. The projection included $16,927,495 for construction, a contingency of […]
Republican leaders continue to advance Constitutional Carry
Constitutional Carry legislation is continuing to move through the House, passing the Finance, Ways, and Means Subcommittee on Wednesday. House Bill 786 allows Tennesseans to exercise their constitutional right to defend themselves and their families while cracking down on criminals who steal guns or possess them illegally. The bill also includes sentencing enhancements and increases […]
David Crockett to be honored with statue on Capitol grounds
Legislation honoring Tennessee legend David Crockett with a statue on the Capitol grounds passed the House on Monday. The General Assembly created the David Crockett Commission in 2012, tasking them with the responsibility of finding a home for a statue of David Crockett on the grounds of the Capitol. House Bill 220 designates the desired […]
James Michael Shelton Pleads Guilty To Aggravated Kidnapping and Domestic Assault
James B. Dunn, District Attorney General for the Fourth Judicial District, announces that on March 15, 2021, James Michael Shelton pleaded guilty to Aggravated Kidnapping and Aggravated Domestic Assault in the Circuit Court of Jefferson County, Tennessee. The Honorable Judge Duane Slone sentenced the defendant to serve eight years in the Tennessee Department of Correction […]
March is Extension Month in Tennessee
Over the past couple of weeks, you might have noticed several signs with the 4-H clover and UT Extension logos scattered across the entire county. This is a part of this year’s activities to promote Extension in our local area. Our office covers many topic areas including 4-H Youth Development, Family and Consumer Sciences, as […]
Morristown Police Ask For Help Identifying Armed Robbery Suspects
Morristown Police are asking for help identifying suspects in the armed robbery of Cherokee Market March 15, 2021. Two young males entered the market located at 2710 Cherokee Drive at approximately 9:15 pm and, as one pointed a gun at the clerk, demanded money. The suspects loaded the money into a gray duffel bag and […]
Secretary Hargett Named to National Commission to Restore Trust in Elections
Secretary of State Tre Hargett has been named to serve on the Republican State Leadership Committee’s (RSLC) Commission on Election Integrity, a national commission comprised of state election leaders committed to restoring trust in the election process. The RSLC commission will bring together leading policymakers to share and discuss current laws and future reforms to […]
Northeastern Tennessee’s Newest Recreation and Events Megaplex Breaks Ground
The City of Morristown celebrated the groundbreaking of their newest recreation and events venue, Morristown Landing. The ceremony took place on March 12 on the site where the event center will be located, adjacent to the Public Works facility on Merchants Greene Boulevard. Construction has begun on the 100,000 square-foot indoor recreation, wellness, and events […]
JCHS Prom To Be Held April 16, 2021
Jefferson County High School announces Prom 2021 will be held on April 16, 2021 at the Sevierville Convention Center. “Last year’s spring semester activities were interrupted by Covid-19 and as a result many activities that mean so much to students and families were canceled or greatly altered. We wanted to do our best to provide […]
Randy Rogers New JCHS High School Principal Announced By DOE
Jefferson County Department of Education is proud to announce that Mr. Randy Rogers has been named Principal of Jefferson County High School. This announcement follows the completion of interviews over the last few weeks. Applicants included candidates from within Jefferson County Schools, other parts of Tennessee, and outside the state. “During the interview process, Mr. […]
Vital Policy – Jefferson County and City of Farragut Make Resolutions Expressing Concerns Over 5G Small Cell Installations, State Legislation Pending
What do the governments of Farragut and Jefferson County, Tennessee have in common, two seemingly unlike jurisdictions? In addition to the typical tax and public service issues that all municipalities grapple with, that would be the safety and property rights concerns of 5G small cell support structure installations in public rights of way, as well […]
