Election Dates
- • Last Day to Apply for Ballot by Mail, Feb 23
- • Last Day of Early Voting, March 1
- • Primary Election Day, March 5
Meetings
- • Comprehensive Plan Public Meeting, 5:30p Feb. 22 at Visitor Center
- • Marion County Community Center Board, 4:30p Feb 2,. at Center
School Dates
- • Senior Graduation T-Shirts: Deadline to buy is Feb. 29.
- • TSI: March 5
- • Feb. 22-24: Softball at Henderson Tournament; Feb. 23 12:30p vs Center, 2:15p vs Timpson; Feb. 24 10:45a vs Henderson, 12:30p vs Shelbyville
- • Feb. 22-24 Baseball at Hooks Tournament; Feb. 23 1p vs Sabine; Feb. 24 9a vs Hughes Springs, 11a vs Pittsburg
- • Feb. 26: Baseball at Hooks, 4:30p, 8p at Hallsville High School.
- • Feb. 27: Softball vs Center, 4:30p
- • Dual Credit: Mandatory meeting for all parents new to Dual Credit Courses in 2024. 6p, JHS Commons
- • Feb. 29-March 2: Softball at Longview Tournament
- • Feb. 29-March 2: Baseball at Elysian Fields Tournament
- • March 5: JJHS/JHS Teen ECG Heart Program, advance signup required, deadline March 1, jlgarnley@jeffersonisd.org
Chili Supper
The Mims Chapel Methodist Church will hold their Women’s Annual Chili Supper from 5:30-7p on February 23 at the church, 13714 FM 729, Avinger 75630. Bowls are $10. For more information call 903-755-2513 or 903-431-2874.
Father Fire
The J Spencer Foundation will hold a Fatherhood and Parenting Class from 1-3:30p February 24 at the Kellyville Community Center. The facilitators of the class will be Thomas Spencer and Jerrell Johnson. For registration information, 430-342-0623 or jspencerfoundation@gmail.com
Line Dancing
Get ready to groove because all-style line dancing night at Auntie Skinner’s is here! Whether you’re into country vibes or pop beats, we’ve got something for everyone. Come join us and dance the night away with friends new and old. Let’s make some memories on the dance floor! Basic instruction provided, fun starts at 7p February 22. Family Friendly!
Work Day
The Jefferson Diamond Youth Baseball & Softball Association will hold a work day at the Kellyville Ballpark on Feb. 24. Come help get the fields ready for Opening Day!
Fish Fry
The Mim’s Ladies Auxiliary is holding a Fish Fry Fundraiser from 4-7p Saturday, February 24, at the Mim’s Community Center, 12728 FM 729. Crappie/Catfish, hashbrown casserole, coleslaw, beans, hush puppies, bar cookies, tea, coffee, water are all available for a donation to support he Mim’s VFD and EMS. Dine-in or Take Out.
Fundraiser
“A Night of Dramatic Readings to Celebrate the Goddess in All of Us” will be held at 7p February 24, at Art on the Bayou, 205 N. Walnut St. Tickets are $10 per person. A reception with a silent auction will follow the event with all proceeds to go to the Jefferson Police Department Outreach Programs.
Health Fair
Marion County Resources Alliance will hold a Health Fair from 10a-1p March 2 at Mims VFD station, 9902 FM 729. There will be vision screenings, blood pressure checks, glucose tests, health insurance resources, free vaccinations for uninsured, BMI checks, medication questions, health and safety resources, and free lunch and gift card drawings. Need a Ride? Contact GoBus at 800-590-3371 24 hours in advance to schedule a ride. For more information, FaceBook: Marion Resources Alliance, marionresourcealliance@gmail.com, 903-926-1960 or 903-445-9796.
Boxing
MoJo Boxing and Dement Bros Boxing Club will hold a Boxing Showcase from 1-4p March 2 at the Marion County Community Center, 501 Haywood Street. $1 donation requested to watch and/or spar. Matchups will run from 1-4p and mouthpiece and headgear is required to participate. Beje Burgers will be on site with plates for $8.
Farmers Market
The Mimms Community Center Farmer’s Market is coming back in March! They are looking for plants (vegetables or flowers), fruits, breads, eggs, jewelry, edibles, wood products, quilting, soaps, lotions, oils and Honey! Space is $25 for at least 8 weeks in Spring and Fall. Vendors mush supply their own equipment. A space at the VFD Yearly fundraiser is also include on Oct. 5. The Spring Farmers Market opens March 16 and runs through May 25. For more information, or to signup, call or text June Hughes at 903-930-5104.
Opening Day
The Jefferson Diamond Youth Baseball and Softball Association will hold Opening Day activities on April 6. While signups have officially closed, Coaches and players for some age groups are still needed. Contact jeffersondixie@yahoo.com for more information.
Earth Day
The Cypress Basin Texas Master Naturalist Chapter is excited to host the 12th Annual Earth Day Paddling Flotilla on Saturday, 4/20/2024 at Shady Glade Marina and Resort in Karnack, Texas. Use this tiny url to register for the fun and your tickets on Eventbrite: http://tinyurl.com/vpfaat78. Register soon. Ticket prices change on 3/31/2024.
Date Change
Jefferson’s Outlaw National’s Car Show has changed their date to April 19-20 to not conflict with a car show in Shreveport.
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