Rick Smith/Columnist Reconnecting with white-haired friends is like opening a time capsule. Or uncorking a magnum of seasoned stories. Stories that awaken emotions and entice us to look upward, reflect inward, take in a deep breath, exhale, and say things like, “Lord, have mercy. I haven’t thought about that since,Continue Reading
Staff Reports The clock is ticking if you want to run for the Jefferson City Council. The official filing period began on January 15 and runs through February 14. Up for grabs are one Alderman seat in each of the City’s three wards, plus one unexpired term which was notContinue Reading
V Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Objectors to the proposed sale of 70,000 acre feet of water from Lake O’the Pines tried to drown Jefferson City Council members with concerns during Tuesday night during Council’s regular meeting. NorthEast Texas Municipal Water District is currently negotiating a contract to sell 70,000 acreContinue Reading
The Jefferson Carnegie Library’s Bingo & BBQ fundraiser set for Saturday night is sold out! Congratulations to the supporters who bought tickets early for this great fundraiser!Continue Reading
Editor’s Note: The Jimplecute sat down with George Otstott, Jefferson’s representative at NETMWD, and Wayne Owen, general manager of NETMWD, this week to discuss the proposal and obtain more details. This story is complicated due to various water measurements used. The Jimplecute has tried to translate the various terms intoContinue Reading
The a city of Jefferson, Marion County, and JISD campuses will all be closed on Thursday and Friday of this week due to winter weather conditions in the area. Offices will reopen at n Monday.Continue Reading
SHREVEPORT, La. (January 3, 2025) — SWEPCO is actively watching the forecasted severe weather which could bring fierce winds, thunderstorms, and possible tornadoes on Sunday in our southern territory. Later next week, snow and freezing rain are forecasted for our northern region with Arctic air coverage throughout. The extreme weatherContinue Reading
Due to the possibility of winter weather conditions, TxDOT crews plan to begin brine operations on Interstates 20 and 30, along with US 59, starting Sunday, January 5. All bridges across the nine-county district are also scheduled to receive an application of brine, which is a solution consisting of saltContinue Reading
Funeral Services for James “Jimmy” D. Blackburn M.D., 87, of Jefferson, will be on Tuesday, January 7, 2025, at 2:00pm in the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Rev. Mark Crim officiating. There will be a time of Visitation on Monday, January 6, 2025, from 6 to 8pmContinue Reading
Jimplecute Photos by Laura Allen Jefferson Elementary School’s 1st and 2nd grades put on a Christmas concert last week before school let out for Winter Break.Continue Reading
Meetings School Dates Spaghetti Christ Episcopal Church will hold their annual Spaghetti Supper from 5-7:30p January 6 at the church. The $15 meal includes spaghetti and meat sauce, salad, garlic bread and dessert. Children under 8 are free. Proceeds will benefit the Blessings of Grace Food Pantry, the backpack program,Continue Reading
Story updated to include comment from James Driver with Gray VFD. Staff Reports The various volunteer fire departments in Marion County got a welcome Christmas gift from the Marion County Commisioners Court. Smithland, South Shore, Jackson, Mims, and Jefferson Volunteer Fire Departments will each receive $17,280. The Gray VFD declinedContinue Reading
Rick Smith/Columnist Isaiah, a renowned counter culturist, spoke of a young girl, but never mentioned her name. He also gave voice to the miraculous conception and birth of this teenaged girl’s son, yet never recorded the child’s given name. Fast forward 700 years. Matthew, known to some as Levi, wasContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Prosperity, luck, money!!!! Ever since I was a child, I’ve never missed a New Year’s Day meal! Here in the south most people make some version of this traditional meal. Growing up for me it was black eye peas, smothered cabbage, cornbread and ham.Continue Reading
Note: This is the last regular column from David Wall. David Wall Many gardeners have grown okra never thinking past Clemson Spinless which are good out to 4”. While they can grow to 8”, flavor goes down and toughness goes up, making pods tough to chew and swallow! Other varietiesContinue Reading
Created by Shangri La Tarot, Astrology, Reiki, 111 Austin Street, 469-994-2295 Week of December 27, 2024-January 2, 2025 This week invites reflection and connection as you navigate life’s opportunities and challenges. Staying present and embracing what comes your way will help you find balance. Whether it’s making plans, tackling tasks,Continue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson Dawgs are now 11-2 for the season following their 71-45 win over Grace Community last Friday. Individual stats have not been received for any Boys Basketball games this season. Lady Dawgs are now 12-10 for the season following their 65-44 win over Christian Heritage last Friday. J.Continue Reading
Join us on a guided hike through the diverse habitats of Caddo Lake State Park! Accessibility: Parking will be available at Pine Ridge Trailhead. Restroom is available at HQ. Drinking water is available at HQ and nearby water spigot. Trail consists of moderate terrain including: trip hazards, steep elevation changes, multipleContinue Reading
Local Jeffersonian Ian took some time last weekend to play in the “snow” created by Darla McCorkle in front of the Jimplecute offices on Polk Street. The “snow” was a mixture of alcohol, dish detergent, and distilled water and was created through a machine mounted on her balcony. She plansContinue Reading
Courtesy Photos from Barbara Davidson and Afton Mauldin The Jefferson Bulldog Band held their annual Winter Concert Tuesday night in the High School Gym. The combined bands performed as a group and highlighted the sounds of Christmas. Off to Area The Band also gave a huge congratulations to Richard SnelgroveContinue Reading