Since the election of Patricia Finstrom as Mayor of Jefferson, her administration nearly from day one has been plagued with controversy. However, after a recent council meeting on Tuesday, September 24, is it abundantly clear that something must be done to end this reign of nonsense. Jeffersonians, and yes, evenContinue Reading
Dan Police was born on February 8, 1967, in Hughes Spring, Texas. He was the beloved son of Pinkie Lee and Edward Police. On September 24, 2024, at the age of 57, Dan was peacefully called home while at Parkland Hospital in Dallas, Texas. He received his education at JeffersonContinue Reading
Staff Reports For a quarter-century, Metropolitan Jeffersonian Club (MJC) has been dedicated to serving the Jefferson community with unwavering commitment and passion. Their journey has been marked by meaningful contributions and lasting impact, from providing scholarships (Bernice McCurry Burton Memorial Scholarship) and school supplies to the students of Jefferson ISDContinue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Caddo Lake is a place filled with beauty, mystery, and memories for many families who have lived along its shores for generations. It’s also the setting for a delightful new children’s book called Caddo Lake: The Man They Call Paw Bear and the Brim Queen, written byContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ and head to the woods… My favorite time of year growing up, squirrel season! I got to spend quality time with my dad, he would even surprise me at school to check me out early for an afternoon hunt. As bad as I was,Continue Reading
Created by Shangri La Tarot, Astrology, Reiki, 111 Austin Street, 469-994-2295 For the Week of October 4-10 Aries: This week, relationships take center stage for Aries, encouraging meaningful conversations with those close to you. A desire for deeper connections may arise, especially with someone who shares your values and futureContinue Reading
Mark Koehn from Upsala, Minn., dropped by Jefferson on Monday evening on his way to High Point Island, Texas. Mark is driving his father’s 1940 Farmall M tractor from the Canadian border to the Gulf to raise money for Future Farmers of America Alumni organizations. He rides at about 16mphContinue Reading
Haley Stringfellow of Harleton has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s Summer 2024 Dean’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.500 to 3.699 for the reporting term are named to the Dean’s List. Full-time statusContinue Reading
Senior Student of the Month Rotary Club of Jefferson honored Aiden Cooner as the Senior Student of the Month for September. Aiden is a Senior at JHS and is the son of Justin and Summer Cooner. Aiden strives every day to be an example for others in and outside ofContinue Reading
Tim Scallon, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist As we approach the holidays or as I have often referred to them, “The Eating Season,” I find myself looking for something different; something classic; tasty yet quick and easy to make; a dish that is both rustic and upscale to serve guests or family. Continue Reading
George Otstott, far right, talks with Jacque Jovic, of KTAL Channel, on Tuesday as he presents the Geaux 4 Kids program a check for $8,250 raised in Marion County. The program provides a duffle bag filled with blanket, pillow, and other items children entering the foster care system can useContinue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute The Steamboat Inn has long been a beloved part of the community. Built in the 1980s using historic homes from Marshall, the inn offers a charming and nostalgic experience for visitors. In October 2020, Alex and Lana Mushik became the new owners, moving from California to fulfillContinue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute The Hive celebrated its second anniversary last Monday with extended hours, bringing out the afternoon crowd for a community celebration. Known for its cozy atmosphere and excellent coffee, The Hive has become a popular spot for both locals and visitors. The celebration featured a DJ, their fullContinue Reading
Services for Nancy Carolyn Head, 85, of Ft. Worth, Texas will be held at 2:00 p.m., Monday, October 7, 2024, in the Chapel of Downs Funeral Home in Marshall, Texas. Interment will follow at Mt. Zion Cemetery in Jefferson, Texas. Visitation will be held prior to the service from 1:00Continue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute The Marion County Chamber of Commerce presented their annual awards last Saturday, and discussed upcoming changes to how the Chamber operates and focuses. Beje Foster is the 2024 Marion County Chamber of Commerce’s Citizen of the Year for her dedication and volunteering spirit to supportContinue Reading
Hunter Bonner/Marion County GOP Chair With the election weeks away, things are ramping up faster by the day politically speaking. The rhetoric from talking heads in the media, attacking Donald Trump and Republicans 24/7, is evidence of this since 2016. We as Republicans must stay focused. When I was campaigningContinue Reading
Rick Smith/Columnist Many Louisianans swear up and down that the coffee served at the Café du Monde in New Orleans – a blend of coffee and chicory – is the favored drink of Creole State coffee aficionados. Chicory, the root of the endive plant, is added to soften the bitterContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee It’s finally getting close, cooler evenings and mild pleasant mornings here in the south. It’s one of my favorite time of year. It’s also getting close to one pot season, as I like to call it. Soups, gumbo’s, stews, chili, pot pies, chicken and dumplings. You know,Continue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute There won’t be a chance to get a “Taste of Jefferson” this year as the Marion County Chamber of Commerce announced they are postponing the annual October event. During the Chamber banquet last weekend, acting board president Seth Buckner delivered the bad news. “We currentlyContinue Reading
David Wall/Contributing Writer As we move into this year’s fall season, it’s time to consider root knot nematode (RKN) protection for next year. RKNs are tiny roundworms living in the soil and common in your area. They penetrate tomato plant roots and feed on the nutrients. The results are knots rangingContinue Reading