Rain MovesGraduation to Gym JISD High School Principal Michael Walker notified the Jimplecute Wednesday afternoon that the 2021 Graduation ceremonies are being moved to the High School Gymnasium due to the chance of rain and the amount of water on the football field. Seating availability will be reduced and theContinue Reading
The JISD 2021 HS Graduation will be live streamed tonight, starting at 7:45p. The stream will be viewable on both the Marion County Herald & Jefferson Jimplecute FaceBook and YouTube Channels. To Watch, go to either: FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/ The video will not appear until it starts.Continue Reading
Trent Foster and Sierra Burns were crowned the 2021 JISD Prom King and Queen during last Saturday’s Prom at the Jeffersonian Institute in downtown Jefferson. Jimplecute Photo by Laura AllenContinue Reading
The Jefferson City Council voted to increase the pay provided to election judge and clerks so they are mirror the rate paid by the County during Tuesday night’s regular meeting. “We were disappointed to find out we were being paid less for the same work we performed for the County,”Continue Reading
Staff Reports Pine Harbor resident Cole Messick was shot in the leg Monday evening as he was riding a dirtbike around Pine Harbor with friends. According to a FaceBook post by Messick, he was shot in the upper leg and life flighted to an LSU intesive care unit. “I wasContinue Reading
By Brett Rogers A friend of mine who went to China twenty years ago was struck by how traditional villages had detailed craftsmanship on the most ordinary of things – such as a gate. When she asked about it, she was told that some of these works were hundreds orContinue Reading
By Glenn Melancon Sunday, May 23, is the Western Christian holiday of Pentecost. According to Christian scripture, the Holy Spirit emboldened the frightened followers of Jesus on Pentecost. The holiday derives its name from the Jewish feast of the first fruits. God commanded the Hebrews to offer their firstContinue Reading
By Gary Borders, Texas Press Association The number of traffic accidents decreased in 2020, but the number of Texans killed while not wearing a seat belt increased by 16%, according to the Texas Department of Transportation. In 2020, 1,073 fatalities were attributed to not wearing seat belts, up from 926 fatalitiesContinue Reading
By Joey Romano, Edward Jones The COVID-19 pandemic is, hopefully, just a once-in-a-lifetime occurrence, but all sorts of events can rattle the investment world. And changes in your own life also can affect your plans. To prepare yourself for whatever tomorrow may hold, you may want to get some professionalContinue Reading
By Brad Collins, NYLife If you have employees, you know that the loss of a key employee can have a profound impact on business operations. When an employee leaves, customers may worry about receiving their goods or services in a timely manner; suppliers may be concerned about getting paid forContinue Reading
By Rabbi Linda, Bethel Temple Fellowship Shalom Chaverim, There has been talk about spirits (ghosts) since the beginning of time. I never understood what spirits really were until I understood the scriptures. The bible contains everything that mankind needs for understanding. “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, andContinue Reading
Jeffersonian Ashleigh Ayers is trying to get on the cover of Maxim Magazine and needs your help. She’s got a week to finish up in the top spot in an online voting poll. Voting for her is easy and free. Just go to https://maximcovergirl.com/2021/ashleigh-ayers and cast your free vote. YouContinue Reading
Marion County Alert: Flood Warning issued May 17 at 8:54AM CDT by NWS Shreveport LAThe National Weather Service in Shreveport has issued a * Flood Warning for the Black Cypress Bayou At Jefferson.* From Wednesday evening until further notice.* At 8:00 AM CDT Monday the stage was 12.8 feet.*Continue Reading
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