From Jeff Greer My name is Jeff Greer and I am running for Marion County Constable Precinct 2. I have been involved in law enforcement since 1988. I have been a Texas peace officer for over 20 years and currently hold a Master Peace Officer license with approx. 5,788 trainingContinue Reading
From TxDOT Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Dec. 22, 2019 – Jan. 4, 2020 Note: Due to the Christmas/New Year holidays, this week’s report is for two weeks. Lane closures and construction work will be kept to a minimum during holiday weeks to accommodate travelers. Be Safe.Continue Reading
From City Hall CITY OF JEFFERSON TEXAS DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE TEXAS CAPITAL FUND PUBLIC HEARING NOTICE The City will conduct a public hearing on December 23rd, 2019 at 5:05 p.m. at City Hall located at 102 N. Polk St, Jefferson, Texas 75657. The purpose of the public hearing will beContinue Reading
From Staff Reports “Operation Save Christmas” a Miss Marion County Fair project is in full swing at Taste of Caddo (corner of Austin and Vale streets, 201 W. Austin Street) today and tomorrow. The project give a child a set of gifts in the Read (a book), Need (essentials likeContinue Reading
From Staff Reports The City’s Water and Sewer replacement project started pouring concrete today in Bateman’s Alley. David Lawler Construction has finished replacing the water and sewer lines along the alley and this work is to repave and protect the new work. The new alleyway is setup so water willContinue Reading
Editor’s Note: Write up coming soon, but watch the video for now. Discussions at public comment and before adjournment.Continue Reading
Sara “Sally” Sandlin Ratliff passed away on December 17, 2019 in her home in Mount Pleasant, Texas. She was born on June 21, 1936 to True and Bob Sandlin of Mount Pleasant. Sally was a member of Zeta Tau Alpha sorority and a graduate of Stephens College and the UniversityContinue Reading
Email from Rob Barnwell, JISD Superintendent As I’m sure you’ve all heard, L-K lost two students (sisters Adryanna and Shantey Hawkins) this past weekend in a vehicle accident. Their mom was driving them to school in order to catch a bus and go to the Harleton basketball tournament. A largeContinue Reading
From Edward Jones You’ve probably heard or read about inflection points. The term has a specific definition in mathematics, but it’s also used widely to describe historical or technological events, such as the Industrial Revolution or the creation of the internet – events that changed human existence in some importantContinue Reading
From Marion County Chamber of Commerce email newsletter Things the Marion County Chamber of Commerce members have going on the rest of December. December 17th Cumberland Presbyterian Church presents their Annual Christmas Concert with Jennifer Rich, Charles Gilbert, and the Jefferson High School Choir more information December 20th-21st Jefferson HistoricContinue Reading
The Jefferson City Council will meet in special session at 1 p.m. on Tuesday, December 17, 2019, in City Hall. Their agenda includes: CONSENT AGENDA Consider and/or approve Council Meeting Minutes from November 19, 2019. Consider and/or approve Monthly Financial Report Consider and/or approve contract/agreement from Jefferson Carnegie Library ConsiderContinue Reading
From TxDOT Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Dec. 15-21, 2019 Bowie County Marion County US 59 – From FM 2208 to Harrison County Line, installing median barrier. Cass County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Harrison CountyContinue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher Without question Edmond Ray Schellinger was known as “Mr. Bulldog.” And Tuesday night’s JISD School Board meeting showed what Jefferson has lost with his passing, as the Board moved to name the High School baseball field “Schellinger Field.” Schellinger passed away on November 9,Continue Reading
From Karen G. Jones The Marion County Tax Assessor-Collector is a constitutional officer mandated by the Texas constitution, elected by and directly responsible to the people. I would like to take this opportunity to THANK the people of Marion County for your trust and support in allowing me to serveContinue Reading
From David Quada I, David Quada Jr, would like to formally announce my campaign to elect me as the next Marion County Sheriff. I am running as a Democrat, but believe, at at least at the county level, it’s about getting the job done for the benefit of all citizens,Continue Reading
PRESS RELEASE: December 10, 2019 On Sunday, December 8, 2019 at approximately 6:11 PM, the Jefferson Police Department was notified of a missing person. The person was described as an elderly male with health complications and possible onset of dementia. Officers traveled to the man’s residence and met the wifeContinue Reading
Marion County officials, staff, and retirees had their annual Christmas potluck luncheon today in Jefferson. It’s a time of fellowship and everyone brings a toy to donate to Marion County Toys for Tots. Over 85 toys were donated!Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher Monday’s election filing deadline arrived with 14 Marion County residents seeking a place on the primary election ballot on March 3, 2020. In the Democratic Party, the following individuals are seeking office: Rickey Harrington for Democrat Party Chair Karen Jones for County Tax Assessor/Collector.Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis, publisher Tuesday night’s Tourism Board meeting provided an update from Tony Jones on trademarking the City’s Logo as well as a round of standard updates on the status of the City’s tourism promotions. Jones indicated trademark can be done without an attorney, thus saving the CityContinue Reading
From TxDOT In a state as large as Texas, winter driving conditions can vary widely and change quickly. It is important for drivers to be prepared to handle potentially dangerous conditions during cold weather months. Always buckle up – every person, every ride. Wearing a seat belt is one ofContinue Reading