Audit Committee – Finance Office Examines Post Landfill Closure Costs Owed By County
The Jefferson County Audit Committee met on Monday, September 16, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Mills. All Members were Present. Jefferson County Finance Director Helton informed the Committee that he had consulted with the Lamar Dunn Firm concerning a Committee request to determine if […]
Harvest Moon, One of the earliest signs of Fall
Though Wednesday was hump day for most people, this week it brought something special. The 2013 Harvest Moon made its appearance on September 18-19, lighting up the night sky like a pumpkin. September 22nd marks the Autumn Equinox and the Harvest Moon is the full moon that is closest to the Equinox. Though it was […]
Jefferson County Commission – Two New Members Appointed To IDB
The Jefferson County Commission met for their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, September 16, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. Commission Chairman Mill called the meeting to order. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Barreiro and Carmichael. With no opposing nominations, the previous Commission officers will serve another term (Mills-Chairman, Griffith-Vice Chair, Parliamentarian-Estes, Chaplin-Tabor). […]
JCHS vs Greeneville and Special Visit from 1983 Championship Team
Friday, September 13th, the Jefferson County Patriots faced off against the Greeneville Green Devils at Shannon Field. The Patriots were hoping to improve their record with Friday evening’s match up but could not find their groove and ended up posting a loss to the Green Devils. In the first quarter, Jefferson County won the toss […]
JCHS Dancers Get Pregame Help From Junior Dance Team
The Jefferson County High School Dance Team got a little help from their friends in the pregame show against Greeneville Friday from the Junior Dance Team.
Great Day To Be In The Air – Experimental Aircraft Association Annual Fly In
The Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) located in Morristown held their annual Fly In on Saturday, September 14, 2013. The highly anticipated event was located at Moore-Murrell Airport and featured a variety of aircraft for viewing and demonstration. The Civil Air Patrol was available to demonstrate their digital flight simulator and there was a variety of […]
White Pine Cyclone 5k A Real Colorstorm
White Pine School hosted their 4th annual 5k run this past Saturday but this year was a first for them also. Instead of a normal 5k, this was the Cyclone Colorstorm 5k. Throughout the run, the participants were sprayed with a variety of colors and as they crossed the finish line were given a color […]
Urban Growth Committee Public Hearings – Citizens Voice Need For Controlled Growth
The Urban Growth Committee held public hearings on the proposed extension of growth boundary lines in Jefferson County on Tuesday, September 10, 2013 and Wednesday, September 11, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. One citizen, Russell Fox, of the Oak Grove Community, addressed the proposed expansion of the Dandridge growth boundaries to include the […]
JCHS Students Honored With Reward Luncheon
Jefferson County High School juniors that met the National benchmark on their Plan test were honored with a special lunch on Wednesday afternoon. 220 students of 548 that took the test last year were invited to the lunch, which was served by JCHS Guidance Counselors. The Plan test is administered during the sophomore year and […]
Finance Office Investigating County Employee Health Insurance Change
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Monday, September 9, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Budget Committee Chairman Griffith. Absent from roll call were Commissioners Blevins and Dockery. Following Approval of the Minutes, the Chairman called for election of officers for the Budget Committee. Committee Member […]
SkillsUSA Hosts Hero’s Supper
Jefferson County’s First Responders and support staff were honored by Jefferson County students involved in the SkillsUSA organization on Tuesday evening. The students fed around 100 at the Hero’s Supper, which was held on the lawn of Jefferson County High School. The annual event offers students the opportunity to interact with those that dedicate their […]
Facilities Committee Discussion On JCHS Renovations and Roof Collapse
The Jefferson County Facilities Committee met on Monday, September 9, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Turner. Absent from Roll Call were Committee Members Dockery and Tabor. With a proper Motion and 2nd the Agenda and Minutes were Approved. No citizens requested appearance before the […]
Jefferson County Commission Work Session
The Jefferson County Commission met for a Work Session on Monday, September 9, 2013, in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Musick, Tabor, Scarlett, Dockery, Patterson, Maples, Blevins and Barreiro. There were no citizens requesting input on the Rezoning Request […]
State Investigating Mandated Fire Department Funding
The State of Tennessee is investigating mandated public funding for all Fire Departments across the State. Locally, Jefferson County contributes $55,000 to County Departments and municipalities also contribute funding to those departments located inside the City limits. The current level of funding may not be enough to meet the State mandate, should the legislature decide […]
Jefferson County Ranking Solid But Future Momentum Lagging Behind
Jefferson County is in need of a boost in momentum in human capitol, according to a recently released report by the Tennessee Advisory Commission on Intergovernmental Relations. While the County currently ranks 20th out of 95 Tennessee counties in human capitol, it falls sharply to 64th of 95 counties on momentum to carry through the […]
Carson-Newman University Hosts Relay For Life 2013
The Jefferson County Relay for Life was held this past Friday night at Carson-Newman University. To open the 2013 event, the Carson-Newman ROTC presented the colors as the National Anthem was played. Giving the opening remarks and prayer was Coach Ken Sparks, this year’s Honorary Survivor. The final part of the opening ceremony was the […]
