According to Mayor Rob Baker, the following streets/intersections with the railroad will be closed this week Friday May 21 from 6:30 am until 4 pm – Watson Street crossing Monday, May 24 from 6:30a until 4p – Tx Hwy 49 crossing at US 59 Plan your trips accordingly. TxDOT providedContinue Reading
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas State Line, widening highway. Reconstructing and widening highway. Eastbound traffic moved to the outside lanes. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 93 – Between Kennedy Lane and Meadow Lane, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacingContinue Reading
The Jackson VFD is holding a “Fill the Boot” drive by fundraiser today from 8a-Noon at the intersection of FM 1968 and FM 726. The department has been burglarized four times so far this year and are in need of replacement equipment. All proceeds will go to the department.Continue Reading
Traffic detoured around a signed route May 13, 2021 WHEN: Tuesday, May 18, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until work is completed. WHERE: Union Pacific Railroad crossing on FM 248 near Lodi. MEDIA: FM 248 will be closed to traffic at the railroad crossing. ATLANTA — Motorists whoContinue Reading
Flood Warning issued May 14 at 8:04PM CDT until May 16 at 1:00AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LAThe National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a * Flood Warning forthe Black Cypress Bayou At Jefferson.* From Saturday morning to late Saturday night.* At 7:00 PM CDT Friday the stage wasContinue Reading
July 12, 1931 ~ April 30, 2021 (age 89) Eugene Robinson was born in Wynne Arkansas to Irene Strickland. He joined the Army as a Medic in June 1954, and was honorably discharged in July 1956 (Kansas). While attending Texas College in Tyler, Texas, Eugene met his wife Ida M. Robinson. They marriedContinue Reading
Robert “Bob” David Avery, 68, returned to his heavenly home on May 4, 2021. His devotion to his family and his firm belief in God supported him in his struggle and ultimately gave him peace. Bob is survived by his wife, Kay; children, Katherine E. Avery Guillot (Thomas) of Houston, TX;Continue Reading
Eleven highways in two area counties scheduled for new features April 29, 2021 ATLANTA — Safety features will be added or enhanced along 11 sections of highways in Northeast Texas this coming year, according to plans approved in April by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). “This project is designed toContinue Reading
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas State Line, widening highway. Reconstructing and widening highway. Eastbound traffic moved to the outside lanes. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 93 – Between Kennedy Lane and Meadow Lane, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacingContinue Reading
Traffic detoured around a signed route April 29, 2021 WHEN: Tuesday, May 4, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until work is completed. WHERE: Union Pacific Railroad crossing on FM 248 east of Jefferson. MEDIA: FM 248 will be closed to traffic at the railroad crossing. ATLANTA — Motorists whoContinue Reading
June 18, 1940-April 23, 2021 Graveside services for Mr. Jack Arthur Nelson, 80, of Avinger, Texas will be held at 10:30 AM on Saturday, May 1, 2021 at Mims Chapel United Methodist Church in Avinger, Texas with Pastor Ray Prince officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. AContinue Reading
Traffic detoured around a signed route April 26, 2021 WHEN: Tuesday, April 27, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. or until work is completed. WHERE: Union Pacific Railroad crossing on FM 248 east of Jefferson. MEDIA: FM 248 will be closed to traffic at the railroad crossing. ATLANTA — MotoristsContinue Reading
A Memorial Service for Shannon Keith Gridley 52 will be held 2:00 May 1, 2021 at Walnut Grove Baptist Church, Springfield, Missouri, with Brother Nolan Officiating. Shannon(Batman) was born Nov 23, 1968 in Houston Texas to Parents Connie Kunaknana and Richard Gridley and passed away April 21, 2021. Shannon marriedContinue Reading
Note: This came in right after we went to press, so it missed the paper, but looks like it might be a great opportunity for local businesses! From Small Business Administration Development Center, North Texas The SBA Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) Grant program is launching soon. See the email from the SBA D/FWContinue Reading
Graveside services for Mrs. Laurah Vern Braddock will be held on Saturday April 24, 2021 at 2:00 PM at Mt. Zion Cemetery with Bro. Wayne Shew officiating under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. Mrs. Braddock was born on October 28, 1938 and went to be with the Lord onContinue Reading
The 2021 Jefferson Carnegie Library Annual Golf Tournament held on Saturday, March 27, 2021 was a huge success. Forty-eight golfers enjoyed lunch, an 18-hole round of golf and some good ol’ friendly competition. The winning team consisted of Jim Stacey (Jefferson) and Pat Stacey, Jay Ward and Scott Ward (Tyler).Continue Reading
In it’s 21st year, the Outlaw Nationals Car Show is the longest running car show in Jefferson and continues to grow and be an annual tradition in downtown. This year the show is set for April 16 and 17, and it takes over the brick streets with cars of everyContinue Reading
Magnolia Place 903-665-3951 • CNA’s for ALL shifts. Sign On Bonus for Full Time • PRN Nurses needed • Housekeeping • Full Time & PRN employees needed Cypress Place Assisted Living 903-665-9855 • Care Partners needed for ALL shiftsContinue Reading
April 30-May 1 • 8a-5p Yellow Rose Marina, Crestwood Memorial Service for Mel & Charlene Friend – Noon April 28, Mims Chapel FUMCContinue Reading
April 17-23 • 465 Pine Harbor Everything Price to Sell!Continue Reading