Rick Smith/Columnist It’s July. The middle of the summer. The busiest month for summer vacations. In case you are wondering what to do, here are twelve awesome summer activities to either add to or check off your bucket list. Prepare a cherry dessert. Have you been to Brookshire’s on BroadwayContinue Reading
Ken Bridges/Columnist Many historical figures make an impact in multiple fields. For Dr. Roland Vela, an intense curiosity about the world as well as a drive to serve others became the defining characteristics of his life. He spent a decades-long career making important discoveries in science and helping to makeContinue Reading
Staff Reports The Jefferson community continues to search for Donovan Byrd who’s been missing since June 20. Byrd was last seen June 21 walking on South Line Street. He’s an African-American male, 5’11” and 185lbs. Search parties have been organized almost daily by family and the Jefferson Police Department toContinue Reading
January 12, 1939-June 26, 2024 Memorial services for Billie J, Rivers, 85, of Jefferson, were held at the Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah’s Witnesses, at 512 Tx 49W, In Jefferson, at 2pm Sunday, June 30, with Brother Fred Green officiating, under the direction of the Lewis & Walker Funeral Home. BillieContinue Reading
March 16, 1950-June 2, 2024 A Memorial Mass of Christian Burial for Yvonne Heloise Thompson, 74 of Jefferson, Texas will be held on Tuesday July 9, 2024, at noon in The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jefferson, with the Rev. Msgr. Zach Kunnakkattuthara officiating and under the direction of HaggardContinue Reading
Rabbi Lynnette Bonner/Bethel Temple Fellowship What is sin? A message from my heart: This is for those with a broken heart, I want to speak life and love to everyone, and to let you know Jesus/Yeshua loves you. He wants to restore you and bring you back to Him. Let’sContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee/Contributing Writer Not all is lost!!!! Let’s get baking!! I’ve never hid the fact I’m not much of a baker BUT apparently I also wasn’t great at picking spouses years ago either (shocker I know). Anyway let’s dive into the not so good ole days. Yes I wasContinue Reading
David Wall/Contributing Writer Pure compost tea (CT) is almost magical, as it’s made from just two ingredients, compost and water. While were talking about vegetable gardens, it works on annual flowers, vegetable plants, herbs, perennials, shrubs and even trees. CT feed plants in two ways. First, they supply nutrients by absorbing into plantContinue Reading
Kathy Whitfield/Contributing Writer On June 27th, the Rotary Club celebrated our 100th Birthday and the Installation of Officers for our upcoming year 2024-25. The dinner was held at The Carriage House in Jefferson, Texas. Out going President, Kathy Whitfield presented several special awards which included a “Service Above Self” awardContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson High School Athetics held an open house last Thursday to show off their newly renovated field house at the high school. Athletic Director Ty Taylor talked to parents and athletes as he took them on a tour of the facility. Improvements included new flooring, updated equipment, andContinue Reading
Jimplecute photos by Laura Allen Youth and adults gathered last Saturday to play a series of softball games to raise money to help Coach Adam Young who was hit in the face with a ball on June 7 requiring surgery.Continue Reading
Rick will be playing until 8. It’s FREE! NO cover charge. We would love to see you! No better way to spend a Friday eveningContinue Reading
The Blessings of Grace Food Pantry, has released their schedule for the month of July. The calendar also includes when St. Vincent DePaul, Mims Chapel, LOP Dream Center dates.Continue Reading
January 12,1939- June 26,2024 Memorial services for Billie J, Rivers, 85, of Jefferson, Texas, will be held at the Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah’s Witnesses, at 512 Tx 49W, In Jefferson, Texas at 2:00pm Sunday, June 30, 2024, with Brother Fred Green officiating, under the direction of the Lewis & WalkerContinue Reading
By Hunter Bonner My name is Hunter Bonner, and I am your newly elected Marion County Republican Chairman. I was elected in the primary election on March 5, 2024 and my term will last through State Convention in 2026. When I decided to run for County Chairman, I did soContinue Reading
Bettye Jean Ferguson of Lake 0′ Pines, 95, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Kingsland, Texas. She was known for her selfless nature, always giving of her time, possessions, and love to those around her. Bettye’s kitchen was a place of warmth and hospitality, where many found comfort inContinue Reading
Meetings Farmers Market The Jefferson Farmers Market is open and are accepting applications for those wanting to participate. The Cost is $25 for the entire season. They meet from 10a-2p every Saturday in downtown Jefferson just off Austin Street across from the Thomas Jefferson Park. For more information, contact DougContinue Reading
New hardiness zone now in our area Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Gardeners need to double check their plants for the best growing area as the USDA recently announced changes to the Plant Hardiness Zone Map, and Jefferson saw a change in our “Hardiness Zone”. Jefferson moved from 8a to 8b. ThisContinue Reading
Staff Reports The Jefferson Tourism Board approved funding to assist Don and Francene Rainey’s newest event, the Historic Jefferson Piney Woods Dual Sport Adventure Ride, set for November 1-3. Dual Sport riders are motorcyclists who have bikes outfitted for both off-road and street-legal riding. “Dual sport is a hybrid bikeContinue Reading