Immaculate Conception Catholic Church, in Jefferson, will host “Chili Wednesday” Feb. 3 from 11:30 a.m. -1:30 p.m at the Parrish Hall. The Hall is located just off the corner of Vale and Lafayette. It will be take-out only and a $10 donation is requested.Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis, Jefferson Jimplecute The Jimplecute was contacted this week by a fellow printer who was requesting information on the Linotype printing press which sits behind the Jefferson Historical Museum. The machine was originally used to produce the Jimplecute. According to the gentleman who contacted us, he wasContinue Reading
By Austin Lewter, Jefferson Jimplecute Oklahoma State University basketball player, and Jefferson native, Dee Mitchell was surprised with a scholarship earlier this week while working his shift at Walmart. The heartwarming moment was also caught on camera. The walk-on joined the Cowboys in 2019. Since then, he has been payingContinue Reading
A marathon two hour Jefferson City Council meeting Tuesday night ultimately ended with three new stop signs going up, new election equipment being purchased and tabling of several items. New stop signs will be being installed at Dallas and Market, Henderson and Walnut and Walnut and Orleans streets, to helpContinue Reading
From TxDOT 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 US 82 and US 67, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At AndersonContinue Reading
The Jefferson City Council will meet at 5:30p.m. Tuesday at the Jefferson Visitor and Convention Center, 305 E Austin St. The Herald/Jimplecute will be live for this meeting. The Agenda includes: 5. PRESENT FLAG TO CITY FOR LIONS CLUB PARK – PAUL MOORE 6. UPDATE- POLICE DEPARTMENT– CHIEFContinue Reading
The Saturday and Wednesday pantries will now operate in a different fashion. We hope this change will make it easier on both the clients and our wonderful pantry volunteers. The big change is in how cars enter the parking lot. There will be a single line formed at the leftContinue Reading
November 17, 1928-January 14, 2021 Mrs Horn passed away January 14, 2021 at Carrington Place of Springhill, Springhill LA. Funeral services for Mrs. Norma Helen Riley Horn, 92 of Springhill, Louisiana, formerly of Jefferson, Texas are to be held at 12:00 p.m. Monday, January 18, 2021 graveside at Oakwood Memorial ParkContinue Reading
According to the Texas Secretary of State’s office the first day to file for a place on the May 1, 2021, municipal elections was Wednesday, January 13. The City of Jefferson will hold regular elections on Saturday, May 1, 2021. Positions on the ballot which are up for election are:Continue Reading
According to a list provided by the City as part of next week’s City Council Meeting Packet, the following streets are proposed for resurfacing in 2021: Walnut from Lafayette to Orleans, overlay, $80,000 Camp from Marshall to Rusk, pulverize and re-lay, $40,000 Marshall from Lake to Camp, pulverize and re-lay,Continue Reading
5th Grade A Honor Roll Alden Ballard, Cooper Bonner, Levi Cherry, Krish Desal, Kayden Grigsby, Darcey Moore, Bryston Mosley, Brently Woods. 5th Grade AB Honor Roll Connor Archer, Kimberly Ball, Keira Brest, Caydan Byrd, Demetrius Carr, Elora Christy, Joshua Coddington, Wyatt Conwell, Brenden Dorris, Daniel Gonzalez, Janaa Goynes, Andrew Hauptman,Continue Reading
(Paul H. Moore, a contributing writer for the Jefferson Jimplecute) I am happy to get the word out that the Jefferson Ambassador Club is being re-born and structured under the guidance of the Marion County Chamber of Commerce. Leading the effort are Chamber Board Members Doug Thompson and JimContinue Reading
Mabry Charlotte Smith Miss Mabry Charlotte Smith has made her arrival at 8:37am January 9, 2021, weighing 5lbs 3oz and 18 inches long. Her parents are Brent Thomas and Lindsey Avery Smith. “We are so thankful for everyone’s love and support throughout it all,” said Lindsey. “We are headed homeContinue Reading
Marion County Commissioners held a rare afternoon meeting on Monday due to weather related issues, but fairly routine business at the beginning of each calendar year was the agenda of the day. Commissioners approved a bid submitted by Casey Slone Construction, LLC, of Marshall to perform the work on theContinue Reading
Board hears concerns about trustee’s social media use… The JISD School Board accepted a donation in the amount of $35,978 from Riverside Bank President Lee Haggard for use in the replacement of the scoreboard and time clocks at the football field. The bank will receive exclusive sponsorship and advertising onContinue Reading
My name is April Taylor Johnson parent to two amazing Jefferson ISD Honor Roll Students and Community Leader also Founding Member of FRESH YOUTH MENTORING PROGRAM to Sponsors two scholarships each year. I’m here to address my concerns along with others about comments that one of our school members KevinContinue Reading
Hello. As you all know my name is Shyger Williams and I currently work within our school district. When applying for my current position, I went through a very extensive process of interviews, plus reviewing of my application from others higher in command within our administration. With that being said,Continue Reading
November 28, 1957-January 5, 2021 Vickie Lynn Grubbs Chisholm went to be with her Lord and Savior on Jan 5, 2021 in Carrollton, TX. A graveside funeral service will be held at 3:00 P.M. on Saturday, January 16, 2021 at New Prospect Cemetery, officiated by Deacon Jim Finstrom and underContinue Reading
By Rabbi Linda Gutierrez Shalom chaverim. We are going through trying times in our nation and world. My prayer is to keep faith in God and to keep our voice heard, our leaders to have faith, and to stand up for the rights of the people. God’s will be done. As citizens of the United States,Continue Reading
