Jane Carol Adkins, 77, of Jefferson, Texas passed away on November 7, 2020. Ms. Adkins was born May 10, 1943 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Joseph L. Ryan and Grace James Ryan. Jane was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Marshall, Texas for many years. She loved spending timeContinue Reading
Our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather, Jimmy Starkey passed away on November 6th, 2020 at his home in Lassater TX. Jimmy was born in Jefferson TX on July 2nd, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents Troy Starkey and Lyda Ann Lee. He recently celebrated his 80thContinue Reading
Seal coating highways extends highways’ life From TxDOT The Texas Transportation Commission approved a bid of $7.6 million from CDM Holdings of New Boston to seal coat highways in nine counties located within the Atlanta District. “Seal coat involves placing a layer of hot asphalt over the old pavement andContinue Reading
From TxDOT 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 US 82 and US 67, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At AndersonContinue Reading
Press Release from Big 7 Travel Global travel site Big 7 Travel has released the official list of the ‘25 Most Charming Southern Small Towns 2020‘. They discovered which towns across are the shining gems of the south. Jefferson came in at No.25, so we thought it might be ofContinue Reading
From TxDOT TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart.” campaign warns motorists to slow down, stay alert and use caution when driving in oil and gas production and exploration regions AUSTIN – Last year, there were more than 205,000 crashes in counties defined as the Texas Energy Sector by the Texas RailroadContinue Reading
Marion COunty Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 9a.m. Monday to approve the last project on the Courthouse restoration. The project hit a snag approximately three weeks ago when it was discovered a sewer line had been incorrectly connected and was not tied in to the main lines. ItContinue Reading
All A Honor Roll 1st Grade Jaden Benton, Keighan Benton, Skylar Biddy, Lillian Brown, William Carstens, Brayden Collins, Mileena Dandy, London Dodson, Addison Duck, Jayce Gober, Paige Goynes, Leevi Goynes, Aria Holzer, Aubree Johnson, Gavin Johnson, Lawson Knight, Zaylon McDonald, Addalynn Moit, Jackson Munoz, Kammie Nixon, Kylar Scudday, Adrianna Shockley,Continue Reading
From Staff Reports On Saturday Marion County crowned Dymond Mitchell the 2020 Miss Marion County. Other crowned Royalty included: Tiny Miss Bristol Neuville, Little Miss Isabella Powell, Junior Miss Layla Neuville and Teen Miss Amirie Prior. Congratulations to all these young ladies. Other Photos from the EventContinue Reading
From TxDPS AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants to remind drivers to continue to be cautious and stay alert in school zones, particularly this school year with students attending classes on varying schedules. Drivers should slow down in school zones, follow traffic laws and always beContinue Reading
April 15, 1949 ~ October 24, 2020 Mary I. McWilliams of Avinger, Texas passed away October 24th at home after a valiant battle with cancer. Mary had fiercely held beliefs and lived them, every day. She was a loving soul, who cherished her family – both chosen and blood –Continue Reading
Born Irving Bartley Heard on October 27, 1933 in Shreveport, Louisiana. Entered continuation of journey on October 22, 2020 in Jefferson, Texas at age 86. Survived by Beverly Faulkner, adored wife of 38 years, and best friend he ever had, sons Gene G. Heard, a medical doctor and John A.Continue Reading
Photos from the 2020 Marion County Chamber of Commerce Taste of Jefferson. Photos by Laura AllenContinue Reading
From TxDOT 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 US 82 and US 67, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At AndersonContinue Reading
Pictured (from Left): Jordan Friday, Nick Habibelahian, Mekhi Powell (Historian), Ally Rogers, Samantha Taylor, Mackenzie Quada, Reagan Wix (President), Kristen Wyatt (Secretary), Billy Humphrey (Treasurer), Harmoni Williams, Trent Foster, Jacob Ray (Parliamentarian), Logan Bonner (Reporter), Montre Jefferson National Red Ribbon Week began on Friday, October 23, and is dedicated toContinue Reading
From TxDPS AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is reminding Texans that Saturday appointments remain available at many driver license (DL) offices across the state. Saturday appointments are specifically for customers to renew or replace Texas driver licenses (DLs), identification (ID) cards and Election Identification Certificates (EICs). Saturday appointmentsContinue Reading
From UT Tyler-Longview SBDC The Chris Tripoli “Restaurant Reality” webinar series is in one week! The webinar begins at 9 a.m. Tuesday, October 27. Topics include: Operating Post Covid, Menu Best Practices, Marketing Best Practices, The Future of Service. The cost is $20 and also includes four additional recorded webinarsContinue Reading
From Texas Tech Press Office Texas Tech University’s Office of Continuing & Professional Education is bringing the globally recognized WSET wine certificate courses to East Texas for the first time. The course will be held at the Jeffersonian Institute where the Texas Tech office of Professional Education & Academic AdvisingContinue Reading