Top Christmas Pics for Foodies
Keurigs and a wide array of kitchen gadgets line the shelves every year during the holidays. These items actually show up on more than a few Christmas lists, which is precisely why so many are on Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals. So, here are a few of the best kitchen gifts to give this […]
Busy Night For Girl Scout Troop #20685
The Girl Scouts of Troop #20685 were busy Tuesday, December 17, 2013 as they completed some of their service project just in time for the holidays. The Troop started out by making Christmas Cards for soldiers over seas, then met at the Jefferson City Health and Rehab for a night of caroling Christmas Carols for […]
Federal Extensions of Unemployment Benefits Set to Expire at Close of 2013
The Tennessee Department of Labor & Workforce Development is alerting more than 18,000 Tennesseans currently receiving federally extended unemployment insurance that those payments will soon end. The federal legislation that extended Emergency Unemployment Compensation (EUC) expires at the end of 2013 in the absence of congressional action. “We don’t want people who are presently receiving […]
Top Picks For Santa
Every year it seems to get harder and harder to shop for the kids at Christmas time. The toys become more and more like mini computers and it seems they already have everything on their iPod. Surprisingly enough, the top toys approved by children safety experts are mostly low tech this year with the exception […]
Happy Holidays from Jefferson County Mayor’s Office
With the approaching Holidays, Jefferson County has listed its official schedule for government offices. Jefferson County Mayor Palmieri stated that those having business with individual County government departments should contact those departments to assure that there is no change in their operating schedule. Generally, Jefferson County government offices will be open this week, however will […]
New Market Annual Christmas Parade
A chilly day set the stage for the annual New Market Christmas Parade. Locals and a few travelers lined the street hoping to catch the arrival of Santa. Participants came early to join in the parade line, which was quite long. First Responders, decorated floats, riders on horseback, tractors and even some festive golf carts […]
Knoxville Area Corvair Club Makes Donation to Dandridge Ministerial Association
The Dandridge Ministerial Association received an early Christmas gift Saturday when the Knoxville Area Corvair Club made a donation in the form of a check for $405 along with several hundred dollars worth of food items purchased by the club members. The club delivered their goods in several Chevrolet Corvairs sporting the iconic “trunk in […]
Jefferson City Christmas Parade
Crowds were delighted Saturday, December 14, 2013 as the Jefferson City Christmas Parade made it’s grand procession through the streets of downtown. Day long rainy weather broke just in time for the parade to march forward. Jefferson City Police Chief Ken Davis lead the parade and Carson-Newman University Coach Ken Sparks took the helm as […]
Carson-Newman Graduates over 100 during Winter Commencement
While Dr. James Baumgardner wished only the best for those participating in Carson-Newman University’s Winter Undergraduate Commencement on Dec. 13, he challenged graduates to question what makes a good life. The Carson-Newman professor of history has taught at the University for 50 years, meaning much of what makes his syllabus, he experienced firsthand. He has […]
Representatives Faison and Farmer Hold Open Forum Town Hall Meeting
Jefferson County State Representatives Jeremy Faison and Andrew Farmer hosted a Town Hall Meeting at the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse in Dandridge. The event was designed to allow constituents the opportunity to address their Representatives regarding their concerns for the County and State. The question and answer session was moderated by Vickie Forgety and questions […]
Low Income Housing Could Mean Big Economic Impact to Local Schools
The Town of Dandridge has issued letters of revitalization that were requested by developers looking to capitalize on a tax credit grant that is available through Tennessee Development Housing Agency. Three separate developers have plans that will be submitted to THDA in hopes of securing a tax credit grant for Section 42 Housing, which provides […]
Great Gift Ideas for the Style Guru… aka The Girl That Has Everything!
Last week, I gave a few recommendations for the techie in your life. This week I’m going to touch on a completely different type of person to shop for, the girls. Not just any girl, the fashion and makeup guru who seems to own everything or that new high school diva that just has to […]
Melissa Peagler New Town Administrator of Dandridge
The Town of Dandridge has a new face at the helm, as Melissa Peagler closes out her first week as Dandridge Town Administrator. Peagler, who spent a decade in Morristown as a Senior Planner, is a Jefferson County native who grew up in the New Market area. She said that the move to Dandridge is […]
Teacher Pay Scale In Spotlight At School Board Meeting
The Jefferson County School Board met for their Regular Voting Session on Tuesday, December 10, 2013, at the Patriot Academy. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board Potts. Absent from Roll Call were Board Members Rodgers and Lowery. Following a Motion from Board Member Cavanah and 2nd from Board Member Vines […]
Jefferson County Rescue Squad Christmas Banquet & Officer Induction
The Jefferson County Rescue Squad held its annual Christmas banquet and awards ceremony on December 9, 2013. During this night members and their families are treated to a meal prepared by the crewettes. The awards for Most Calls went to Adam Watson. The second Most Calls went to Mike Romines. Squadman of the Year went […]
Low Rent Housing Topic at Town of Dandridge Board of Zoning Appeals Regular Meeting
New Business 1. Approved contingent upon Fire Marshal approval of appropriate access to the property: Landmark Asset Service, Inc. (Old Dandridge Elementary) Academy Circle. Request Special Exception to B-1 District to include housing. To be used for Low Rent Housing for families through the possibility of a State grant. Denied: variance in number of parking […]
