Sinking Fund Kept Afloat By Robert’s Rules
The Jefferson County Commission met for a Called Meeting on Thursday, June 27, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Kesterson, Maples, Tabor, Musick, Patterson, Blevins, Barriero, Cureton and Turner. The Commission expressed condolences to Commissioner Patterson on the […]
Budget Passes Committee Unscathed – $.13 Cent Property Tax Increase
The Jefferson County Budget Committee met on Tuesday, June 25, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County High School. The Meeting was Called to Order by Committee Chairman Griffith. Committee Member Blevins was absent from Roll Call. End of fiscal year 2012-2013 budget amendments were presented for approval. Amendments from the County General Fund that had […]
School Board: Requested Cuts Would Cost Multiple Teaching Positions
The Jefferson County School Board met on Monday, June 24, 2013 in the library of Mt. Horeb Elementary School. The Meeting was Called to Order by Chairman of the Board Potts. All Board Members were present for Roll Call. Following a Motion from Board Member Vines and 2nd from Board Member Rogers the Agenda was […]
Super Moon Lights Up Summer Sky
Those that were watching the evening sky got a real treat on June 23, 2013, as the Super Moon lit up the night. During a Super Moon, the Moon is in the full moon cycle and is actually closer to earth, making it appear around 8% closer than other full moons. The annual occurrence of […]
New Market VFD Summer Fest Packs In Locals
The New Market Community came out last weekend to support their local Fire Department and share time with their neighbors. Summerfest is an annual event that is highly anticipated every summer. Food, music, shopping and fellowship are in abundance for the two day festival, as well as a highly competitive car show. Locals tour the […]
The Island Opens in Pigeon Forge
It was a grand opening several years in the making. The Island in Pigeon Forge finally opened Thursday with a promise to create hundreds of jobs and a new stream of tax revenue for the city and county. The Island, formerly known as Belle Island, features a variety of shops, restaurants, attractions, such as a […]
Interview with Budget Committee Chair, Roger Griffith
Budget Committee Chairman Roger Griffith has been at the helm of recent Budget Committee meetings, as the group prepares to bring the fiscal year 2013-2014 budget before the Full Commission Body for adoption. As Chairman of the Budget Committee, Griffith will also be one of three Commission members, along with citizens, that will comprise the […]
Where Your Tax Money Goes
Jefferson County is in the midst of budgeting season and there have been predictions from Jefferson County Director of Finance Helton that a tax increase is in the near future for Jefferson County property owners. Director Helton has expressed that the County Commission may be able to keep the amount of property tax increase lower […]
One Card Does It All At Jefferson County Libraries
The Jefferson County Public Library System will become one on July 1, 2013. This means one library card will be good at Dandridge, Jefferson City, Parrott-Wood, and White Pine libraries. Customers will have online access to Jefferson County Public Library System’s card catalog. The new features will enable customers access to search the card catalog, […]
Haslam Announces Claude Ramsey to Retire
Tennessee Gov. Bill Haslam today announced Deputy to the Governor Claude Ramsey will retire at the end of August to spend more time with his wife, children and grandchildren in Chattanooga. Ramsey has been integral to Haslam on several key initiatives, including civil service reform, economic development efforts, workforce development training and improved operation of […]
CAMP INVENTION – A Different Kind Of Camp
Jefferson County students are participating in a camp of a different kind this week, as the second session of Camp Invention came to Maury Middle School. The week long interactive learning experience is a part of Project STEM, which focuses on enrichment in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. Campers are rising 4th, […]
County Commission Votes on Audit Committee, Appointments, and Safety
The Jefferson County Commission held their Regular Voting Meeting on Monday, June 17, 2013 in the Historic Jefferson County Courthouse. The Meeting was Called to Order by Commission Chairman Mills. Absent from Roll Call were Commissioners Blevins, Barreiro and Maples. Four set of Minutes were Approved with a Motion from Commissioner Solomon and a 2nd […]
Commission Chairman Marty Mills Addresses County Financial Issues & Future Political Aspirations
Chairman of the Jefferson County Commission, Marty Mills, addressed some of the issues that are facing the Commission during the next several weeks, as they seek to establish a budget for fiscal year 2013-2014. With the deadline for budget approval looming, Chairman Mills and the Commission are readying for some long evenings crunching numbers to […]
A Galactic Invasion At The Knoxville Zoo
The Knoxville Zoo managed to bring the fun of a “Galaxy Far, Far Away” to a local audience this past Saturday, June 15, 2013, with their Star Wars day. Zoo-goers both young and old were encouraged to throw on their Star Wars regalia and enjoy a day at the Knoxville Zoo, where conversation ranged from […]
Mt. Horeb School 12th Annual Reunion
The original Mt. Horeb School classmates held their 12th Annual Reunion this morning at the Mt. Castle Church picnic pavilion. The students and their families from varying classes reunite every year to share food, fellowship and fond memories. This year’s event, as usual, was well attended with a large turnout. The site of the original […]
Renovations Officially Under Way With Groundbreaking Ceremony At JCHS
Jefferson County Director of Schools, Dr. Charles Edmonds, members of the Jefferson County School Board, County Commissioners, local dignitaries and members of the public attended a ground breaking ceremony at Jefferson County High School Friday morning. The ceremony was the official start of extensive renovations to the Jefferson County High School Main Campus. Jefferson County’s […]
