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
Emergency Room physicians asked Texas A&M’s John Criscione for help as supplies diminish COLLEGE STATION, Texas — With a touch of inspiration from MacGyver, Aggies have developed a way to make medical protective gear from readily available materials. A group of professors and graduate students from the College of EngineeringContinue Reading
From Edward Jones On one hand, the coronavirus has brought out the best in us. People across the country are pitching in to help others, from providing protective masks to health care workers to holding video chats with confined residents of assisted living homes to simply buying gift cards toContinue Reading
Press Release/Statement from JISD Superintendent Rob Barnwell 3-30-2020 Due to our concern for the health and safety of our staff and students, along with our responsibility to conform to the recent orders from President Trump regarding social distancing through the month of April, Jefferson ISD must extend its school closureContinue Reading
Marion County None Note: There is some finishing work being done on US59 from 2208 South to the County Line as a part of TxDOT’s campaign to add safety features to the highway. Per Sandifer, it isn’t in the list as they may or may no have any lane closuresContinue Reading
Cremation services for Mr. David King, 76, of Jefferson, Texas are currently pending under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. The family has asked that during this time, please refrain from visiting. A full obituary will follow.Continue Reading
Funeral services for Mr. Rufus Doyle Todd, 92, of Jefferson, Texas are currently pending under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home.Continue Reading
All ”A” Honor Roll 1st Grade Juan Aveja, Ashley Bautista-Torres, Colt Carriles, Reagan Davidson, Rachel Edwards, Bryleigh Granger, Jake Gulk, Simon Griffith, Kinsler Grundon, Mason Horan, Malik Idir, Dekorrian Johnson, Lillianna King, Dakota Lawrence, Preston Lee, Dakota Lewis-Spencer, Ta’Kiyah Mathis, Roy Minton, Logan Neuville, Vivian Owen, Kimberlyn Page, Isabella Powell,Continue Reading
Transcript (with Timestamps) 0:04 Good afternoon Marin County here to give you an update. I’m a little early. I’ve got a few conference calls I’m going to be on this afternoon but I wanted to make sure I got you an update today. So far today in the state ofContinue Reading
Publisher’s Note: A request was sent in for a transcript of Judge Leward LaFleur’s update. The Herald has posted that here along with a copy of the video. The Herald will try to offer this service after each live update. Transcript with Timestamps from the Video: 0:07 Good afternoon MarionContinue Reading