May 31, 1947-February 26, 2024 Mary Ann Miles passed away on February 26, 2024, in Nacogdoches, Texas, at the age of 76. She was born May 31, 1947 in Jefferson, Texas to parents Hubert Bender Thornton and Patsy Gene O’Brien Thornton. Mary Ann graduated from Jefferson High School and attendedContinue Reading
David Wall/Contributing Writer Powdered milk is made by evaporating milk until only a powder remains. A major benefit for gardeners is the powder is rich in calcium, and other nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, elements all plants need. If you are looking for powdered milk, be sure toContinue Reading
Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer Jefferson’s Opera House Theatre Players is planning a little “Jefferson Solar Eclipse Party Watch”on Monday, April 8 at the city’s Lions Park. The group was intrigued with the spectacle of the “once in a lifetime event” and decided to treat the locals and visitors to a gatheringContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Well, we have now laid Mardi Gras and Carnival Season 2023 to rest. A lot of us are gearing up for lent! With Easter and Spring right here around the corner. Gardens are being tilled, diets are being altered to remove/work off some ofContinue Reading
Tim Scallon/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist I recently had the opportunity to visit the Heritage Museum in Rusk, Texas. The wealth of artifacts and memorabilia and the knowledgeable and entertaining presentation by our guide, Mrs. Betty Marcontell made it a memorable moment and a fun learning experience. Having grown up near Rusk andContinue Reading
Local Music Corner Micah S. White Facebook.com/pyromade1 Hear’s some local music. If you go out please be kind, safe and please don’t drink and drive. Please note that events are subject to change for different reasons. Friday: 03/01 Saturday: 03/02 Sunday: 03/03 Thursday: 03/07 Dining Specials Auntie Skinner’s Carriage House Continue Reading
By Patricia Finstrom I take this opportunity to announce my candidacy for Mayor of Jefferson. My family moved to Jefferson in 1967. I am a 1971 graduate of Jefferson High School. I look forward to working with all the citizens of Jefferson to make our home better. Infrastructure should beContinue Reading
Mark Allen Caddo Lake: The pre-spawn bite has really been going great right now. We have been boating about 25 bass in a half-day guided trip. Some of the best baits for us have been the “pro swimmer” by big bite baits, along with a couple of “special” square billContinue Reading
Staff Reports Lady Dawg basketball players were named to the 16AAA All District teams this year during the recent district meeting. The MVP spot was split between Jefferson’s Kristen Thomas and Aundrea Bradley of Tatum. The 6th Man of the Year went to Keinsya Wallace of Jefferson 1st All DistrictContinue Reading
Jefferson Junior High boys and girls track teams finished well at the recent Gladewater Track meet. The 7th grade girls finished in 6th place overall, with: The 8th grade girls team finished in 2nd place overall with: JJHS boys had similar results with: Jimplecute photosby Laura ALlenContinue Reading
JHS Trac The JHS boys track team placed 4th as a team in the Pittsburg track meet. 4×200 – 1st Place- Ethan Maxwell, Josh Bittle, Ameron Bruce, Tre Moss Anthony Flenoury- 1st place High Jump, 3rd Place Long Jump Ameron Bruce- 1st Place Triple Jump, 2nd Place High Jump, 1stContinue Reading
Administrative Assistant Reporting to the City Secretary, the Administrative Assistant position involves a wide range of complex detailed administrative duties that includes a full range of secretarial functions for the City of Jefferson. Work assignments are performed in accordance with established State and Federal rules and regulations covering municipal government,Continue Reading
My name is Paul Webb and I’m asking for your vote for Marion County Commissioner precinct 3. I was raised in Marion County and still live here with my wife, two daughters, and our grandson. From the woods to the water, we love it and wouldn’t want to call anywhereContinue Reading
Dear Editor: Election Day is March 5, 2024. Polls will be open from 7am until 7pm. This is the day that our campaigns have worked towards for several months. Our final words before tomorrow’s election: Since December when we announced our candidacy for Marion County Republican Chair and Marion CountyContinue Reading
These students were chosen as Students of the Month for February at Jefferson Elementary School. They were chosen for exhibiting trustworthiness, respect, caring, citizenship, responsibility, and fairness. Continue Reading
Rotary’s Student of the month for February was awarded to Bryce Clark, Senior at JHS. Bryce was recognized for being an outstanding student. He is a member of the National Honor Society and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Bryce has also been a member of the Bulldog Football team, Powerlifting, TrackContinue Reading
AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment until March 27 to the following proposed changes to the 2024-2025 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Game Bird proclamations: Migratory Game Bird Regulations Zones. • Extend the regular goose season for light geese to 19 days in the easternContinue Reading
Staff Reports The last day to file for a place on the City or JISD Board of Trustees ballot was Friday, and there’s only one contested race — for the Mayor of Jefferson. Gary Amburn and Patricia Finstrom will face off on May 4 with one of them becoming theContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute The City’s Comprehensive Planning Task Force and the Quiet Zone Committee will be holding public meetings to relay findings and gather more public input. The CPTF will hold a public meeting from 5:30-7p Thursday, February 22, at the Visitor’s Center, with the Texas Target CommunitiesContinue Reading