NASA’s GPM Sees Increasingly Organized Tropical Storm Hermine
Tropical Depression Nine was upgraded to Tropical Storm Hermine on Wednesday, Aug. 31 at 2 p.m. EDT (1800 UTC). The GPM core observatory satellite passed directly above newly designated Tropical Storm Hermine at 4:06 p.m. EDT (20:06 UTC). Rainfall data derived from GPM’s Microwave (GMI) and Dual-Frequency Precipitation Radar (DPR) instruments showed that precipitation intensity […]
Officials Take Oath Of Office
Jefferson County, TN’s recently elected officials took the Oath of Office, September 1, 2016 in the Historic Courthouse with the Honorable Judge Will Roach presiding and administering. The ceremony was lead by Jefferson County Mayor, Alan Palmieri along with Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce President Darrell Helton opening. The officials were as follows: Susan Gaddis […]
Jefferson County Republican Headquarters Opens In Dandridge
Tuesday, August 20, 2016 was the opening day for the Jefferson County Republican Headquarters. The office will be open Monday through Friday from 10am to 1pm, and 3pm to 6pm. Tennessee State Representative Jeremy Faison, State Executive Committee Woman, Betty Fain and Jefferson County Republican Party Treasurer, Sue Hoke, were on hand for the opening […]
Great Smoky Mountains National Park Celebrates 100th Anniversary
The 100th anniversary of “America’s Best Idea” took place on Thursday with a founder’s Day luncheon that honored Park Employees. Deputy Superintendent Clay Jordan believed that the event included one of the largest gatherings of Great Smoky Mountains National Park employees ever. Several dignitaries came out to commemorate the event. Included were Senator Lemar Alexander, Congressman Phil […]
Some Last Minute Tips to Squeeze In Summer Fun
The last precious moments of summer are coming to a close, and for many the reality of work and school is setting in. People are hoping to soak in those last few minutes of summer fun, and sometimes this can be a challenge with everyday responsibilities. Here are a few ideas to make the most […]
Hekko Hauls in Heroin for Dandridge Police Department
Sunday, August 21, 2016, the Dandridge Police seized a large amount of Heroin along with Cocaine, Marijuana, Methadone, and paraphernalia. The bust came as result of a routine stop by officers Hanshew and Schultz of the Danridge Police Department. According to Hanshew, the suspect was at the Pilot Gas Station at 417 Exit of I-40 […]
Jefferson County Schools Get $2.1 Million Boost
The Jefferson County School Board held a combination Work Session and Voting Meeting on Thursday evening, August 25, 2016. For Board Members Cavanah, Lowery and Rogers it was their final time at the table, as the trio will exit the Board in September. Newly elected Board Members Fair and Cox (Solomon not present)were invited to […]
Pumpkin Season is Just Around the Corner!
The arrival of fall brings changing leaves, warm sweaters, and, for many, the much loved tradition of visiting pumpkin patches and corn mazes. This year’s pumpkins are expected to be ripe around the first week of October and can even begin to be seen growing as early as the first week of September. Usually six […]
County Highway Department Lends a Helping Hand for JCHS Paving
The Jefferson County school board recently put out a bid to local paving contractors for the opportunity of assisting in a developing project at the high school. Plans were recently discussed in hopes of paving the parking lot at the high school, along with several side roads around the school itself. While a bid was […]
Patriots Swat Hornets in Home Opener, 40-22
The Jefferson County Patriots had their home opener for the 2016 season against the Carter High School Hornets on Friday night. Thousands from the community came out to support the Patriots Football team, and to see what the tone for the rest of the season was going to consist of. After winning the season opener […]
Eagles Return to the Nest
Carson-Newman University welcomed back long time eagles and the class of 2020 as classes resumed on Wednesday. Fall semester has arrived after last week’s Welcome Week, in which incoming freshmen and their families became familiar with the campus. First Baptist Church of Jefferson City welcomed students back with a banner fashioned in Carson-Newman’s native orange […]
Three Shades of Orange: Freshman Class Includes Triplets from Dandridge
Having family nearby can make the transition to college a little easier. For three freshmen, family will be right here on campus. Triplets Ethan, Griffin and Landon Gantte, from Dandridge, Tennessee, will begin their college careers at UT this fall. Growing up close to campus, they never envisioned going to school anywhere else—and having familiar […]
Jefferson Middle Elks Dominate East Ridge Bears, 40-6
The Jefferson Middle School Elks kicked off regular season play in aggressive style Tuesday night when they hosted the East Ridge Middle Bears. First to get on the board early in the first quarter, the Elks quickly set the tone for the rest of the game. With a touchdown and two-point conversion Jefferson Middle was […]
Music on the Town Returns to Dandridge September 3rd!
Music on the Town is back in historic downtown Dandridge this year, with the first event on Saturday, September 3rd. The opening date was moved to Saturday, September 3, 2016 so as not to conflict with the first University of Tennessee football game which was rescheduled late to Thursday, September 1. The event will feature […]
