Staff Reports Retired Chef and award winning author, Hunter Lee, as well as seven time nominated and two time TCMA female artist of the year, Sarah Hobbs, were invited by The Country Music Association and in attendance for The 57th Annual CMA’s in Nashville, Tennessee. East Texas native, Sarah Hobbs,Continue Reading
Dear Editor: I have been a conservative my whole life….and very happy with the way the governor has handled the immigration crisis…but shoving this school voucher program down the taxpayers throat is ludicrous. Thanks to the twenty one Republicans who joined the Democrats on the vote….mostly from the rural districts….ourContinue Reading
Ken Bridges In one of the most delicate moments in the history of Texas, Anson Jones stood at the center. When Sam Houston became president of the Texas Republic a second time in December 1841, he quickly named Jones as secretary of state. Examining continuing skirmishes with Mexico and failing finances, Houston hoped to try annexation a secondContinue Reading
Dick Pollman Ladies and gentleman, here is your United States Senate, then and now: Sen. Daniel Webster on March 7, 1850: “It is fortunate that there is a Senate of the United States (with) a just sense of its own dignity, and its own high responsibilities, and a body toContinue Reading
Michael Reagan Here in sunny Los Angeles, it’s raining. It’s too bad it didn’t rain real hard last Saturday. It might have helped firefighters put out the enormous fire under the 10 Freeway near downtown before the heat weakened the pillars and forced the highway to be closed. The fireContinue Reading
Today, at our meeting, we honored Senior Kylie Neuville as our Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Misty and Brandon Neuville. Kylie loves her community and school. She is currently the Vice President of the National Honor Society and the Health Occupation Students at JHS. Kylie was alsoContinue Reading
The 2023-24 Officers for 4H’s Jefferson Great Outdoors are, from left, President Levi Cherry, Vice President Emma Shaddix, Secretary Bleu Snowden, Treasurer Montgomery Mabus, and Reporter Hannah Skinner. This month, the 4H GLO group learned about sewing and how to do their own repairs. To join, or volunteer to workContinue Reading
Staff Reports Three new additions have arrived at the Port Jefferson History and Nature Center. On the northwest corner of the park, a bronze “mama” bear and her two cubs are the newest residents and attraction to the park. Commissioned by Today Foundation President Richard H. Collins, “The Teacher” hasContinue Reading
Staff Reports Residents living in and around Jefferson, Texas, can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening on December 2, at the Jefferson Transportation Center. The site is located at 305 E. Austin St in Jefferson.Continue Reading
Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’!!!! So, is it dressing or stuffing? The argument I’ve had (and seen others have) for most of my years in the kitchen. I might ruffle some feathers in this one, but I’m going to give you the rundown. If you don’t agree that’s okay, youContinue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Tinsel and trim, ribbon and lights, our historic town is ramping up for holiday festivities. Embracing the seasonal spirit with a dazzling array of events which aim to leave the community bathed in a warm glow of celebration; from the grandeur of the Tree Lighting Ceremony toContinue Reading
Jefferson Basketball Season has started and the teams are starting off strong Staff Reports The Jefferson Lady Bulldogs have started off strong with a 5-3 record so far this season. vs Hooks, L 32-29 Despite getting out to a 21-15 lead at halftime, the Lady Dawgs couldn’t hold on forContinue Reading
Jimplecute Photo by Laura Allen Jefferson Varsity Boys Bulldogs overwhelmed the Gladewater Bears 79-26 in last Friday’s non-league battle. No other information on the game, or team, has been received.Continue Reading
7th grade A gets the win against Waskom 19-10 Top scorers included Madden Allen with 12 points; Levi Corbett with 5 points; and Zack Lalumia with 2 points. The boys play at Troup starting at 5p on November 27. 8th-B vs 7th B, 17-8 8th Grade Boys B team startedContinue Reading
November 22, 1930-November 19, 2023 Services for James Stoutjesdyk will be held 3:00 p.m. on Friday, November 24, 2023 at Hilliard Funeral Home with Pastor John Lindsey officiating with visitation starting at 2 p.m. A graveside service will follow at Garden Valley Cemetery. James Henry Stoutjesdyk was born Nov. 22,Continue Reading
Courtesy Photo JISD elementary art teacher Ashley McClendon had one student from each grade level showcase their favorite project to the School Board during their last meeting. Continue Reading
The Marion County Youth Football 5/6th Grade and Flag teams went all the way this year and were the undefeated champions! Jefferson vs (9-0 ) Jefferson (10-0)VSContinue Reading
The Jefferson Jimplecute talked to JISD ACE 1st, 2nd, 3rd (top), and 5th and 6th graders about newspapers last week and asked them to what they were thankful for. All were thankful for family, and for the coming Thanksgiving Break! At right, Tremane Nelson shows another group of JES studentsContinue Reading
The Piece Makers Quilt Guild held their annual Veteran’s Day recognition last Sunday at Lake O’the Pines Baptist Church. The group made and presented quilts to the veterans in attendance to show their appreciation for the veterans service and sacrifice. The project takes an entire year to complete and membersContinue Reading
Current JEDCO president Jamey Parsons (left), along with former JEDCO president Jay Patrick, present the final $50,000 check to West Fraser Timber Company’s Angela Bunger. In 2013, JEDCO entered into an agreement with Norbord, Inc., as an incentive to the company to reopen their Jefferson plant. JEDCO offered to payContinue Reading