Staff Report Jefferson’s beloved mailman, John Brooks, was killed on Tuesday afternoon, November 16, in a motorcycle accident on FM 248. According to Texas DPS, preliminary investigation indicates a 2017 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was traveling southbound on FM 248. A 1998 dodge Ram was traveling northbound on FM 248. The DodgeContinue Reading
These reports are supplied by the Marion County Sheriff’s Office and the Jefferson Police Department. They do NOT indicate guilt or innocence. Dispatch Report November 8-15, 2021 From the Desk of Marion County Sheriff David Capps 911 61 Sheriff’s Office 77 Jefferson PD 28 Fire Department 6 Ambulance 27 Miscellaneous 4 TxDPS 6Continue Reading
May 9, 1940 ~ November 4, 2021 Funeral services for Mrs. Sandra Sue Schustereit, 81, of Jefferson will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Mims Chapel United Methodist Church of Avinger with Pastor Jill Krone officiating. Interment will follow at Mims Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home.Continue Reading
Marion County residents approved the creation of the Marion County Assistance District and the addition of a 1.5% sales and use tax 324-247. Early voting results had the District being approved by 7%, a margin which increased as results came in, eventually finishing up at 13.48%. “This is about MarionContinue Reading
Below are sample copies of the Marion County ballots for the November 2, 2021, election. The ballots are for all precincts EXCEPT those located inside the city limits of the City of Jefferson. City of Jefferson precinct ballots NLY contain the State of Texas Constitutional Ammendments. The Special Election sectionContinue Reading
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to AR State Line, reconstructing and widening highway. Motorists should watch for trucks and equipment pulling onto the interstate SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, bridge replacement. Traffic restricted to one lane with signal lightsContinue Reading
Teje Taylor was crowned the 2021 Jefferson High School Homecoming Queen during the coronation ceremony last week. She was escorted by Dylan Washington. They were joined on the field by youngsters Willow McClendon and Bronx Byrd. Continue Reading
Meetings resume Jefferson Citizen Action & Diversity Committee meetings will resume Monday, October 18. They group will meet from 6 – 8 p.m. at the Transportation Building. Visitors are encouraged to bring ideas, friends, issues and solutions. The committee will also discuss city beautification, issues, process improvements and needed initiatives.Continue Reading
The Northeast Texas Credit Union on Broadway has been chosen as Garden of the Month for October by the Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club. The Credit Union’s colorful garden contributes to the beautification of the city of Jefferson. Photo by Hollis ShaddenContinue Reading
By Jennifer Middleton, Jimplecute Jefferson Independent School District’s Food Service Personnel were recognized during the Board of Trustees meeting on Tuesday. Food Service Director Stephanie Holman thanked the food staff at the high school, primary, elementary and junior high campuses for their exemplary service and called them the “shining stars”Continue Reading
The Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau took no formal action during their monthly meeting on Monday, but board president Colleen Taylor updated the board and community on rumors and misinformation regarding the board’s involvement with the Discover Jefferson & Marion County visitor’s guide in partnership with Marion County Media. “WeContinue Reading
By Glenn Melanconn Justice requires the truth. As Americans we require anyone testifying to do it under oath. Oath breakers face penalties for perjury. The truth is no less important in other aspects of life. Both Civil Law and the Bible made bearing false witness a crime. Civil law callsContinue Reading
By Ken Bridges Quanah Parker became a respected leader of the Comanche Nation at the end of the Plains Indian Wars. He spent much of his life caught between two worlds. He was the son of a white settler and a Comanche chief. And he had to lead his tribeContinue Reading
November 1, 1967-October 1, 2021 Adrienne Nigia Trammell was born to James Edward Trammell and Dorothy Jean Lang, November 1, 1967, in Lynwood, Calif. She was called home October 1, 2021, unexpectedly to us but not unto God. Adrienne attended school in the Compton Unified School Districts until the familyContinue Reading
October 20. 1933 – October 12, 2021 Nevilledeen Crofford Smith, 87, of Jefferson, Texas, passed away Tuesday morning, October 12, 2021 in Atlanta, Texas. She was born October 20, 1933 in Taylor, Texas to the late John Beverly and Alma Monteen House Crofford. Nevilledeen was raised in Quitman, Texas andContinue Reading
The Jefferson Economic Development Corporation (JEDCO) took no action during Tuesday nights regular monthly meeting, but heard presentations by Bob Thomas and Robin Moore on potential activities. Thomas presented an informal request to the board for a commitment to funding for historical photo signs to be placed around town. ThomasContinue Reading
By Jared Cowgill, Bethel Baptist Church I can readily recall my call to ministry. It was Summer after my freshman year at Atlanta High School and my home church just got a new pastor, Claude Crocker. I remember being excited to both return to church and to meet our newContinue Reading
A beautiful double rainbow overlooked the meeting of Jefferson Community Center board members, Jim Finstrom, Elmer Jackson and Gene Williams as they met with Adopt-A-Cop board members, Peggy Walker and Francene DePrez, to discuss the upcoming Jefferson Community Law Enforcement Partnership meet and greet. The event is scheduled atContinue Reading
