First Runners In The Race To Election Year 2014
Friday, November 22, 2013, was the first day for potential candidates to pick up petitions for the local Primary Elections. Though some elected offices such as School Board, County Commission and Highway Commission are not party affiliated and will only be presented once, in August 2014, for vote, most elected local offices will run in […]
Twenty-Fifth Annual Christmas In Dandridge
It is beginning to look a lot like Christmas in the Historic Town Square in Dandridge, as the lights of the Season are already burning brightly. Dandridge kicked off the Twenty-fifth annual Christmas in Dandridge with the opening ceremony on Thursday evening, November 21, 2013. Dandridge Mayor Gantte offered the Welcome to community members that […]
Three Days that Shook the World
Retired Dallas Detective Jim Leavelle remembers vividly the last words he said to Lee Harvey Oswald, the man suspected of killing Officer J.D. Tippit and the President of the United States John F. Kennedy. On the morning of Nov. 24, 1963, Leavelle was preparing to escort Oswald through the basement of the Dallas Police Headquarters […]
Landfill Deficit Leaves Audit Committee Looking At Options
The Jefferson County Audit Committee met on Monday, November 18, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Mills. All Members were present for Roll Call. Following a Motion from Committee Member Griffith and 2nd from Committee Member Jett, the Minutes from the October 21, 2013 were […]
School Board – District Report Card Shows Improvement
The Jefferson County School Board met on Thursday, November 14, 2013, at the Patriot Academy. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman Potts. Absent from Roll Call was Board Member Vines. Three students were recognized for winning the Director’s Art Gallery in grades 3, 4 and 5. The 3rd grade winner was James from […]
“County Commission Ranking System” Rankles Some Commissioners
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Monthly Work Session on Tuesday, November 12, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Tabor, Dockery, Solomon, Kesterson and Barriero. No citizens requested to address the Commission. Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri […]
Jefferson County High School’s Billie Yardley Crowned Today Show’s Teacher of the Year
Jefferson County High School Drama Teacher Billie Yardley has been named the Today Show’s Teacher of the Year. Earlier in the month, Yardley had been identified as one of three finalists on Hoda and Katie Lee hour of the morning show. The winner was determined by viewer votes. The JCHS teacher took an early lead […]
NIGHT OF THE PATRIOTS 2013
Jefferson County High School welcomed the community to pay tribute to local veterans on Thursday evening, as students presented the 21st annual Night of the Patriots. The show has a long standing reputation as being one of outstanding music, drama and dance, combined with somber and thankful reminders of the sacrifice of our Nation’s veterans. […]
When The Race Begins, Who Will Have The Right Stuff?
2014 will, once again, be an election year in Jefferson County. Local offices that will be placed in one of the three elections that take place in May, August and November of next year include the office of the Jefferson County Mayor, the Jefferson County Sheriff, as well as several other elected offices. In addition, […]
Venomous Snakes Seized By TWRA, Charges Filed
Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency Officers have seized numerous venomous snakes from a LaFollette pastor after an investigation Thursday morning. Officers received information that Andrew Hamblin, pastor of the Tabernacle Church of God in LaFollette, was illegally possessing venomous snakes. Two TWRA Officers visited Hamblin’s home this morning to inquire about the snakes and Hamblin admitted […]
What If It Happened? – Emergency Personnel Participate in Mock Mass Casualty Exercises
Jefferson Memorial Hospital along with 54 other east Tennessee hospitals participated in a Regional Disaster Mass Casualty exercise Wednesday morning, November 6, 2013. EMA, EMS, doctors, nurses, and other hospital staff members took part in the mock mass casualty event. During this scenario the mass casualty incident occurred at Neyland Stadium in Knoxville. High school […]
Veterans and Bikers Unite In Annual Toys For Tots Ride
Over the past twenty years, Toys for Tots has become a household name as a charity organization centered on the Christmas season which provides toys for underprivileged children throughout the nation. What most people do not know, however, is this organization, founded in 1947, has a military background and basis. After World War II, the […]
Peak Leaf Colors in East Tennessee
Jefferson County is entering its peak leaf weeks, with orange, yellow and red leaves marking the local landscape. Those that are looking for great color should stick to the mid to lower elevations, as the higher elevations passed their peak in color last week. Local looking for a variety of color can find it in […]
Vote for Billie Yardley as Today Show’s with Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford Teacher of The Year
CLICK HERE TO VOTE FOR BILLIE! Jefferson County High School Drama Teacher Billie Yardley was featured on the Today Show’s 10 am segment with Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee Gifford. Mrs. Yardley, a long time student favorite, has been nominated for Today Show Teacher of the Year and she is a finalist! Katie […]
The Dandridge Fire Department is accepting applications for the position of Volunteer Firefighter
The Dandridge Fire Department fire protection district in Jefferson County, TN is accepting applications for the position of Volunteer Firefighter The Position: Under Supervision, Responds to fire alarms, rescue and other emergencies. Protects life and property endangered by fire and other hazards. Participates in regular training, drill and study activities. Assist in maintenance of stations […]
UPDATED COVERAGE of OPEN RECORDS SUIT
Fourteen Jefferson County residents filed suit in Chancery Court on Thursday, October 24, 2013, seeking access to meetings and records for the Economic Development Oversight Committee (EDOC) in Jefferson County. The suit alleges that EDOC has taken the funding and function of an arm of the government and, therefore, is subject to the same Open […]
