Event Brief
Jeffries denies plan to fire county employees
By The BriefBrief · Sources (1)
Filed: Sep 15, 2026 at 5:00 AM ET
Summary: At the County Commission workshop, Commissioner Dewayne Baird asked for a resolution next Monday to dissolve the solid waste board and rescind any funding set aside for it. Mayor Jimmy Jeffries said he wants to end rumors that he planned to fire county employees and addressed the board during citizen input.
WHO: Mayor Jimmy Jeffries; Commissioner Dewayne Baird; County Commission Chairman Johnny Bruce; Sanitation Director and former commissioner David Adkins
WHAT: Baird sought a resolution to dissolve the solid waste board and rescind related funding; Jeffries publicly denied any intention to fire county employees amid rumors.
WHEN: Sep 21, 2026
WHERE: Jacksboro, TN
WHY: Routine/scheduled item — no distinct cause reported beyond the event itself.
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