Morris performs as George Washington V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute The Martha McCraw Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) celebrated the accomplishments of the past 250 years of America with a special presentation of “A Standing Miracle” performed by the Hon. Josh Morriss III on Monday. MorrissContinue Reading
Staff Reports The City received the final judgment in their case with former police chief Jason Carroll on November 1. In summary, the City was found to have violated the Open Meetings Act, and the discharge of Carroll was voided. As such, the City is required to reinstate Carroll asContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute The City of Jefferson’s quest to find a solution it’s current City Hall situation took a step forward last week as Council held a Town Hall meeting to solicit input from members of the community. JISD Superintendent Michael Walker was also on hand toContinue Reading
Veteran’s Day Marion County’s VFW and American Legion posts will host their Annual Veteran’s Day celebrations at 11a on Saturdday, November 11, at Otstott Park. The event recognizes local veterans and what they have done for the U.S. Meetings School Dates • See Lady DawgBasketball Schedule on page 7 •Continue Reading
Dear Editor This is in response to the letter written by Mr. Rusty Burris in Avinger. The internet can be your friend before making statements. I agree immigration is out of control, but these gates are open every year during the monsoon season in that part of our country. TheyContinue Reading
Ken Bridges The ability to heal is an ancient and respected art. The practice of medicine, from binding wounds to folk remedies for diseases, date back thousands of years. In the twentieth century, major advances were made that eliminated many diseases and eased the suffering of countless individuals. The expansionContinue Reading
Dick Polman To the shock of nobody, Speaker Mike Johnson has already proven himself to be a contemptible little man, pitching a crackpot deal to fund aid for Israel by swiping the money from the bolstered IRS program that cracks down on rich tax cheaters. Surely Johnson must know thatContinue Reading
Michael Reagan The world is nothing but murders, massacres and the threat of war. It’s gotten so bad, you wake up and ask, “Who died overnight?” Or “Whose rockets and bombs hit who this time?” I’ll go out on a limb here and blame most of the world’s turmoil andContinue Reading
May 5, 1970-October 26, 2023 Felix Love, Jr., was born in Oakland, California, May 5, 1970, to the parentage of Felix Love, Sr., and Maggie Love. He attended school at Napa Junction in Oakland, California at a young age until the family moved to Lodi, Texas. Felix joined Ebenezer CMEContinue Reading
Lester James Williams of Dallas, passed away on Oct 10, 2023. Mr. Williams was born in Jefferson, Texas where he graduated from Central High School in the class of 1966. He professed Christ at an early age and was baptized at the Mt. Pleasant Baptist Church, Jefferson, TX. After graduationContinue Reading
• Services for Lynwood Johnson, Sr., 93, of Jefferson, Texas will be held 11:00am, Saturday, November 18, 2023 at Jefferson Junior High School Auditorium under the direction of Lewis & Walker Funeral Home. • Graveside Services for Mary Coleman, 86, of Jefferson, Texas will be held Saturday November 18, 2023,Continue Reading
The Lazy Draft, relocated recently and opened their doors in their new location on Lafayette Street. Their newly expanded location offers over 3,000 sqft of western wear. They are also offering a “hat bar” where one can make their own hat. They are now located in the former Dr. A.J.Continue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute On a crisp November Saturday, the bi- annual History, Haunts, and Legends event converged in the Jefferson Visitor Center. Ghost enthusiasts, history buffs and thrill-seekers gathered for a day of lectures as well as accounts of apparitions as told by the scheduled speakers. The night, however, provided spine-tingling experiencesContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get Shakin!!!! Well it’s looking like “maybe” winter is slowly finding it way here. We asked on social media awhile back what recipes would you guys like to see. Y’all had some great ideas and some true southern classics perfect for this time of year. ThisContinue 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. Thursday: 11/9 Friday: 11/10 Saturday: 11/11 Sunday: 11/12 Dining SpecialsContinue Reading
By Jeremy Finch/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson wrapped up its regular season schedule with an emphatic 56-21 win over Sabine last Friday evening. The Bulldogs are gearing up for a deep playoff run and a big win over a district opponent is sure to help keep the team excited for what’s coming.Continue Reading
GameChanger Media Inc. The Jefferson Varsity Lady Dawgs lost to Hooks, 32-29, in the season opening game featuring seven lead changes on Tuesday. Despite getting out to a 21-15 lead at halftime, but the Lady Dawgs couldn’t hold on for the victory. Trailing 28-20, Hooks went on to an 11-pointContinue Reading
These students were chosen as Students of the Month for October at Jefferson Elementary School. They were chosen for exhibiting trustworthiness, respect, caring, citizenship, responsibility, and fairness. Peyton Harris 1st Grade Za’Marion Armington 1st Grade Alexia Tobias 2nd Grade Catcher Hitchcock 2nd Grade Joli Hickman 3rd Grade Khance WilliamsContinue Reading
According to email sent by JISD: Dear Parents and Staff, This is to inform you that due to the logistics of transporting students to the varsity boys playoff game, students will be dismissed early on Thursday, November 9th at 1:30 PM. School buses will run at 1:30 PM. There willContinue Reading
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