Chancellor John Sharp will host, conduct interviews with experts COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Scientists and other experts from throughout The Texas A&M University System will speak with Chancellor John Sharp about their roles in the fight against COVID-19 on a new television series beginning 7 p.m. Thursday. The special seriesContinue Reading
By. V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher Local Pastor and Jefferson Christian Academy leader Alden Ho has taken local fundraising to a whole new level. He’s riding his recumbent bicycle from San Diego, California, to Jacksonville, Florida. All to raise money for the Jefferson Christian Academy. Alden set a goal toContinue Reading
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano You contribute to an IRA and 401(k) to help build the financial resources you’ll need to enjoy a comfortable retirement. But despite these funds being set aside for retirement, many investors use them before they retire. More than half of Americans tap into their retirementContinue Reading
From Texas DPS As part of our efforts to enforce Governor Abbott’s Executive Order (GA-12), the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is increasing its presence along the Texas/Louisiana border. DPS Troopers will set up roadway screening stations to gather required forms from road travelers along the border. The areaContinue Reading
Bowie County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. FM 559 – Between College Drive and Robison Road, installing sidewalks. Camp County None Cass County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Harrison County I-20 – At Potters Creek, conducting preventative maintenance work on bridges. SH 43 –Continue Reading
Learn how the CARES Act affects you FORT WORTH, Texas – It’s more than just cashing a $1,200 check from the feds. Beginning Monday, faculty at the Texas A&M University School of Law will share their knowledge in a series of one-hour webinars to help Texans understand the benefits andContinue Reading
The garden at the home of Patricia and Jim Finstrom has been selected as April’s Garden of the Month. The Finstrom’s home is located on Line Street. Thank you, Patricia and Jim, for helping to keep Jefferson beautiful.Continue Reading
NOTE: Obviously, even I’m losing what day/date goes together. MCAD will meet on Wednesday, not Monday as previously indicated. There are also two meetings that day. One is at 9a for the Appraisal Board Quarterly meeting and the second is at Noon and the agenda is below. The Herald hasContinue Reading
Guest Column by Tom Walker In light of the current COVID-19 pandemic, consider the wisdom in this directive God had provided the Israelites through Moses:45 “Anyone with such a defiling disease must wear torn clothes, let their hair be unkempt, cover the lower part of their face and cry out, ‘Unclean! Unclean!’ 46 AsContinue Reading
This afternoon, Jefferson Mayor Pro Tem Victor Perot notified municipal candidates that per the Texas Secretary of State emailed election officials a notice indicating they were required to move the May 2 elections to November. The emailed notice states: We have continued to receive questions regarding the recent proclamations byContinue Reading
From a txt message received today: Trent Gale FNP here with PhyNet Jefferson Clinic. We wanted you to know we now offer Video Phone Visits. Call to schedule903-665-2600Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher The Herald recently held a live Q&A session with Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur and the question of custody visitation rights was brought up. The Herald reached out to County and District Attorney Angela Smoak for guidance. Smoak said while she now only dealsContinue Reading
From the Guide: The programs and initiatives in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act that was just passed by Congress are intended to assist business owners with whatever needs they have right now. When implemented, there will be many new resources available for small businesses, as wellContinue Reading
This is a syndicated Column by Steve Kruman Over 3 million people in the U.S. have recently filed unemployment claims as a result of the severe economic impact of the coronavirus. Some of those suddenly jobless have limited financial resources besides unemployment benefits. Others are fortunate to have emergency savingsContinue Reading
Jefferson Mayor Pro Tem Victor Perot issued a “Shelter in Place” or “Essential Businesses Only” order Tuesday mirroring the one issued by Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur on Tuesday. The City’s order also became effective at 11:59 p.m. April 1, 2020, and stay in effect until 11:59p.m. on April 30,Continue Reading
Note: This is auto generated by software which analyzes the audio track of the video recording. It’s not perfect and some edits have been made for clarification/correction of the ai transcription. This is for reference use only. Transcription: Good afternoon, Marion County. I wanted to give you an update. TheContinue Reading
Note: A live Question and Answer Session will be held on Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. with LaFleur to address concerns and questions residents may have. Questions will be taken from “Comments” on the live stream or may be submitted in advance to the Herald via email or FB messengerContinue Reading
Check IRS.gov for the latest information: No action needed by most people at this time IR-2020-61, March 30, 2020 WASHINGTON – The Treasury Department and the Internal Revenue Service today announced that distribution of economic impact payments will begin in the next three weeks and will be distributed automatically, withContinue Reading
March 24, 2020 5th Grade A Honor Roll Madelyn Cooner, Hannah Haynes, Eli Kendrick, Allison Lawton, Karley Long, Natalie Moore, Lilah Neuville, Ashton Novin, Tristyn Oliveaux, Lianna Ramirez, Kobin Tomlinson. 5th Grade AB Honor Roll Lyla Bearden, Decorian Blanton, Makayla Byrd, Blain Childress, Kyleigh Davenport, Kylie Davidson, Alexander Dorris, IsabelContinue Reading
Note: A software package called Otter.ai is used to transcribe this from the audio/video files. It’s not perfect and I try to correct errors as I see them and in comparing them back to the video. Use this as a guide and reference only. Good afternoon Marion County. I wantContinue Reading