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

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 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

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

Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Otstott Park hosted a Veteran’s Day Celebration, Saturday November 11th. The crowd came together to pay heartfelt tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. The Veteran’s Day event was a testament to the unwavering gratitude for those who have dedicated theirContinue Reading

V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Ukraine took center stage at 1852 on Austin Street Wednesday as retired General Philip Breedlove, and former Assistant Attorney General Robert McConnell spoke to a group of Marion County citizens. Breedlove discussed the issue involving Ukraine and how the U.S. government hasn’t done a goodContinue Reading

Meetings School Dates Grand Launch Pop Culture SocieTea will be holding a “grand launch” and ribbon cutting at 4:30 Nov. 18 at their shop on Lafayette Street. Thanksgiving Dinner The 4th Annual Elderly Thanksgiving Dinner will be held starting at 3pm, Saturday, November 18, at the Jefferson Community Center locatedContinue Reading

City of Jefferson

Staff Reports The Jefferson Tourism Board heard presentations Tuesday  night from CBS19 and KETK out of Tyler on using some of their Hotel Occupancy Tax funds to do more streaming based advertising within 100-150 miles of Jefferson. CBS19’s Dean Clow gave a video presentation on what their platform can provideContinue Reading