Timothy St. Denis
2020-09-03
December 21, 1944 ~ September 2, 2020Haggard Funeral Home – Full ObituaryContinue Reading
What To Do With Sandbags?
2020-08-31
From Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur I’ve had a lot of inquires about the sandbags that we handed out last week. The sandbags we use are biodegradable, we can not reuse them. I applaud the folks for wanting to give them back for “next time” but we can’t use themContinue Reading
Shepard Interception Seals Bulldog Win Over Pittsburgh
2020-08-31
By Shelia Langbartels The Jefferson Bulldogs traveled to Pittsburgh for the season opener against the 4-A Pirates on Friday night. Despite a late comeback attempt by the Pirates, the Dawgs held on for a 28-22 victory. The Bulldogs kicked off the scoring with 6:19 left in the first quarter as Josh Thomas threw a bomb to ChristianContinue Reading
Motorcycle Accident on FM729 Claims Gladewater Man
2020-08-30
From TxDPS TEXARKANA- On August 29, 2020, at approximately 4:46 p.m., Department of Public Safety Troopers responded to a two vehicle traffic crash on FM 729 about 12 miles northwest of Jefferson in Marion County. Preliminary investigation indicates a 2005 Honda motorcycle was traveling westbound on FM 729. For anContinue Reading
Eye On Your Health: Eyes Need Protection From the Sun Too
2020-08-30
By Shelia Langbartels, O.D. If you’re social distancing at one of the many beautiful lakes, rivers or bayous in East Texas, you may have noticed something – it is HOT! While we all enjoy getting our daily dose of vitamin D naturally from the sun, it is also important toContinue Reading
Two Factor Authentication -Why You Need It
2020-08-30
Posted on August 30, 2020 by Hunter BonnerContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Aug. 30 – Sept. 5, 2020
2020-08-30
From TxDOT Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas State Line, widening highway. Construction work will begin on shoulders with most of the work being conducted at night. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 93 – Between Meadow Lane and Kennedy Lane, installing sidewalks. CampContinue Reading
More Hazardous Weather Headed Our Way
2020-08-30
The National Weather Service (NOAA) has issued a continued hazardous weather outlook for the next week, but storms are headed our way today. Radar images indicate a storm should roll into Marion County in the next couple of hours Sunday morning. The NOAA hazardous weather statement: This Hazardous Weather OutlookContinue Reading
HWY 43 Bridge Over KCS Line to be Widened, Begins in October
2020-08-28
From TxDOT ATLANTA – The State Highway 43 bridge over the Kansas City Southern Railroad will be widened during the coming year according to plans approved in August by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). “We will be widening the bridge and approaches from the current 28 feet to 48 feet,Continue Reading
Commissioners to Fill Vacancy on Cypress Valley Navigation District Board, Approve SAVNS Renewal
2020-08-28
Marion County Commissioners will fill a vacancy on the Cypress Valley Navigation District Board and renew the SAVNS (Statewide Automated Victims Notification System) agreement at Monday’s regular Commissioners Court Meeting. The meeting is at 9 a.m. in the District Courtroom in the Courthouse Annex. Other Items the Court will considerContinue Reading
September 1 Volleyball Game Information Released
2020-08-28
From Coach Brandon Allee The following information has been sent to us from New Diana ISD regarding the game on Tuesday, Sept. 1. “We will play all three teams at the same time. The courts in the main gym will be turned to make two full-size courts, and we haveContinue Reading
Otis “Buddy” Capps
2020-08-27
Buddy was born July 13, 1948, in Vivian, La to Otis Oval Capps Sr and Nina Bell Avery Capps. He attended grade school in Rodessa, La, and Graduated from North Caddo High School in Vivian. After high school, he went to a trade school, met and married his wife Carolyn, andContinue Reading
Adrianna Lynn Herrera
2020-08-27
April 18, 1997 ~ August 22, 2020Haggard Funeral HomeContinue Reading
Hospital District’s Indigent Healthcare Office Closed Thursday Due to Storms
2020-08-26
From Jane Laster: Hello, I have just been told by the Board Chairman, Jack Nelson that the Marion County Hospital District’s Indigent Healthcare Office will be closed tomorrow, Aug. 27th due to the anticipated storms & high winds. Could you post it on the public page, please? Thank you, JaneContinue Reading
JISD, Karnack Cancels School for Thursday Due to Storms
2020-08-26
According to a text and email messages received from Superintendent Rob Barnwell, classes at all JISD campuses are cancelled for a Thursday, August 27. “Jefferson ISD has canceled school and all school related activities for Thursday, August 27th due to forecasts of severe weather. High winds and torrential rains willContinue Reading
Marion County Judge Issues Disaster Declaration
2020-08-26
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur issued a Disaster Declaration Wednesday morning in advance of the arrival of Hurricane Laura’s arrival to the area. Judge LaFleur went live at 2 p.m. Wednesday to discuss the declaration and encourage residents to prepare and not take any unnecessary risks. “As with all hurricanesContinue Reading
Tech-Edge: Although This Patch Came Out in May, Most People Haven’t Applied It
2020-08-26
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First Day of School 2020
2020-08-24
Pictures submitted from Parents for the First Day of School PhotosContinue Reading
Financial Focus: Get the Most from Your 401(k)
2020-08-24
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano You won’t see any greeting cards celebrating it, and it’s not likely to be on your calendar, but in just a few weeks, National 401(k) Day will be observed. And this type of recognition may be warranted, too, because 401(k) plans have become key buildingContinue Reading
Information on Volleyball Game at Gladewater
2020-08-23
For the game on Tuesday, Aug. 25 @ Gladewater. The Covid protocol is as follows: 50% capacity–This will allow 300 home fans and 300 visitor fans. You will purchase your ticket at the door. Visitor fans will enter and sit on the right side of the gym. Please make sureContinue Reading