Collector Edition Corvette For Sale
2021-03-24
1996 Corvette Convertible Collector Edition for sale. Low mileage of only 17,500. Cherry/Mint condition. Serious inquiries only. Contact Cheryl at 903-930-3305.Continue Reading
Marion County to get 500 Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccines
2021-03-24
Marion County Judge Leward J. Lafleur announced early Wednesday morning the details on the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines the county will receive in April. Marion County will be receiving 500 Johnson & Johnson vaccines on April 8, 2021. A link has been posted on the Marion County website (www.co.marion.tx.us)Continue Reading
Newspapers Aren’t Dead, Despite Legislature’s Claims
2021-03-24
By Austin Lewter, Jimplecute To anyone who says, “newspapers are dead;” I say, “Sit at my desk the Monday after the post office sends a bundle of newspapers to Fort Worth by mistake.” I say, “Answer my phone when someone has a neighbor whose dog ate their paper.” I say,Continue Reading
2nd COVID-19 Vaccine Shot to be on April 1
2021-03-23
According to a press release issued by Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur, those who received a COVID-19 vaccine shot on March 4, will be able to get their 2nd shot on April 1. The shots will take place at the Jefferson Visitors Center, 305 E. Austin St., and each personContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – March 21-27, 2021
2021-03-21
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas State Line, widening highway. Reconstructing and widening highway. Eastbound traffic moved to the outside lanes. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 93 – Between Kennedy Lane and Meadow Lane, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacingContinue Reading
500 J&J COVID-19 Vaccines Headed to Marion County Next Week
2021-03-19
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur announced Friday afternoon that Marion County will be receiving 500 Johnson & Johnson vaccines later in next week. This is the single-shot vaccine. LaFleur said to continue to watch for more information as it becomes available. Appointments will begin being taken as soon as theContinue Reading
Help Wanted
2021-03-19
Attendant needed in Woodlawn area. Must be CPR certified, Pass Background Check, Have References. 30 hours per week at $9.25/hour. Paid through agency. Call 903-503-8490Continue Reading
Saying ‘Thank You’
2021-03-19
Last Wednesday, March 10 officers of the Jefferson Police Department were invited to the home of Ms. Jessie Mae Walker for a thank you event. Ms. Walker hosted the event herself and said she wanted to thank the officers for assisting her during the recent winter storm. She served cakeContinue Reading
County Judge Fills Commissioners Seat Vacancy
2021-03-19
By V. Hugh Lewis II, Jimplecute Jacob Pattinson is Marion County’s newest Commissioner for Precinct 2. Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur appointed Pattison to fill the vacant seat created when Commissioner joe McKnight passed away in late January. “I’ve wanted to work in my hometown and so far Gods’ letContinue Reading
Golf Carts, Easements Dominate City Council Meeting
2021-03-19
Staff Reports Tuesday’s City Council meeting rolled along quickly until the discussion turned to the sale of a 10 foot strip of Vale Street and revising the City’s Golf Cart Ordinance. “I am opposed to closing any street or portion of a street that is in active use,” said WardContinue Reading
Miata Madness Bound for Downtown Jefferson
2021-03-19
Miata Madness bound for Jefferson A new tradition is set to begin in downtown Jefferson next weekend. Texas Bigfoot Conference founder Craig Woolheater is changing lanes and looking to launch a brand new annual event in downtown Jefferson— the March Miata Madness. The Texas Miata Roundup has been hosted inContinue Reading
It’s Ok to Disagree
2021-03-19
By Austin Lewter On Monday, a colleague said, “Austin, you are to be commended for your willingness to publish opinions that differ so much from your own. It really shows your commitment to free speech.” His remark was made during a passing conversation about a recent letter to the editor,Continue Reading
From the Right: Mr. Rogers was right
2021-03-19
By Brett Rogers I’m tired of race. I’m tired of being pushed by others into thinking about it. If people ask me what I am or how I identify, I say that I am Brett. I’ve never introduced myself as a white man – mostly because I see myself asContinue Reading
From the Left: Liberals in Congress pass American Recovery Plan
2021-03-19
By Glenn Melancon Joe Biden promised to “Build Back Better.” The liberals in Congress just passed the American Recovery Plan. They set the agenda because Democrats won elections for the House, Senate and the Presidency. Liberals believe government programs can, and should, alleviate suffering. Conservatives reject this approach. They believeContinue Reading
Moment With the Minister: ‘Shalom Chaverim’
2021-03-19
By Rabbi Linda Chag Sameach! Happy Passover! It’s time to celebrate Passover; the biblical feast of the Lord. I would like to share a brief message of what Passover is about for the world. It is the greatest love story done for mankind. Our Creator loved us so much, that he sent his onlyContinue Reading
Dawgs look to bounce back after tough district start
2021-03-19
By Austin Lewter, Jimplecute The Jefferson Bulldog baseball team has every chance to bounce back from adversity after an 0-2 start to district play. They fell to Troup in a 10-0 final on Tuesday. Beyond just losing on the scoreboard, the Bulldogs lost their starting pitcher, senior Trent Foster, toContinue Reading
Capital Highlights: State’s Jobless Rate Still Double Record Low
2021-03-19
By Gary Borders, TPA The state’s unemployment rate dropped to 6.8% in January, down a tick from December’s 6.9% rate but double the record low of 3.4% in May 2019. It is unclear what effect the mid-February winter storm had on employment, when power outages swept the state and manyContinue Reading
Financial Focus: Time for some Financial Spring Cleaning
2021-03-19
By Edward Jones’ Joey Romano In just a few days, we will experience the vernal equinox – one of the two times in the year when the sun is exactly above the equator. Apart from this astronomical anomaly, though, the equinox is mostly known as the beginning of spring –Continue Reading
Martha McCraw DAR Names American History Essay Winners
2021-03-19
Contributed Story Five Marion County students have been named this year’s winners in the annual American History Essay Contest sponsored by the Martha McCraw Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution. Students were recently presented their award certificates and medals at their respective schools by Chapter Regent Meriam Blair. Continue Reading
JES Names February Students of the Month
2021-03-19
These students were chosen as Students of the Month for February at Jefferson Elementary School. They were chosen for exhibiting trustworthiness, respect, caring, citizenship, responsibility, and fairness.Continue Reading