Patricia Finstrom will be the new Mayor of the city of Jefferson following Saturday’s 182-75 victory over Gary Amburn. Early and absentee voting was the deciding factor in the race. Finstrom had a 77 vote lead coming into today’s polls. Only 70 people cast their ballot on Saturday, ensuring Finstrom’sContinue Reading
May 4 City Election! Polls are open from 7a-7p at the County Elections Building on N. Alley Street. The only contested race is between Patricia Finstrom and Gary Amburn seeking the Mayor’s seat. School Dates Meetings Strategic Plan The City’s Strategic Plan meeting set for Thursday, May 2, has beenContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Early voting started Monday but Jefferson’s mayoral candidates answered questions and spoke with about 40 residents last Thursday evening in a forum sponsored by the Jimplecute. As of end of voting on Thursday, only 73 out of over 1400 registered voters had cast a ballot.Continue Reading
Election Dates Meetings School Dates Birding Caddo Lake State Park is celebrating Birding Month with tours every Friday at 9a and 1p. Learn the basics of birding, search for common and rare birds, and play bird bingo. The location may vary, but Saw Mill Pond and Day Use areas willContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II Marion County Primary election results are in with a 25.35% voter turnout and all 10 precinct boxes reporting. There are still 30 absentee ballots outstanding and 9 provisional ballots outstanding. The absentee ballots must be received by 5p Wednesday, May 6, 2024, to be counted. TheContinue Reading
With Early Voting, Absentee Ballots, and Lone Oak box reporting: Commissioner Pct 3 Ralph Meisenheimer 88 Paul Webb 57 Chair Republican Party Republican Party Chair Hunter 478 Republican Pct 1 Party Chair Kori Peterson 33 Lynnette Bonner 31 State Representative Jay Dean 494 Joe Mcdaniel 324 Bonnie Walters 52Continue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Super Tuesday is March 5 in Texas as registered voters head to the polls for the primary elections. Polls will be open from 7a-7p at five locations across the County: On the ballots are candidates in both the Republican and Democratic parties for various National,Continue Reading
Election Dates • Last Day of Early Voting, March 1 • Primary Election Day, March 5 • See More on Elections on Page 9, and at far right. Meetings • P&Z, 5p March 5 at Visitor Center • MCDCSCO, 6p at St. Paul UMC School Dates • TSI: March 5Continue Reading
Glenn Melanconn I’m often asked, “Should I vote in the Texas primary election?” Yes, you should. Your vote is a reward for the past and hope for the future. First, you will need to choose either the Democratic or Republican primary. These are two separate and exclusive elections. YouContinue Reading
By Patricia Finstrom I take this opportunity to announce my candidacy for Mayor of Jefferson. My family moved to Jefferson in 1967. I am a 1971 graduate of Jefferson High School. I look forward to working with all the citizens of Jefferson to make our home better. Infrastructure should beContinue Reading
My name is Paul Webb and I’m asking for your vote for Marion County Commissioner precinct 3. I was raised in Marion County and still live here with my wife, two daughters, and our grandson. From the woods to the water, we love it and wouldn’t want to call anywhereContinue Reading
Dear Editor: Election Day is March 5, 2024. Polls will be open from 7am until 7pm. This is the day that our campaigns have worked towards for several months. Our final words before tomorrow’s election: Since December when we announced our candidacy for Marion County Republican Chair and Marion CountyContinue Reading
Staff Reports The last day to file for a place on the City or JISD Board of Trustees ballot was Friday, and there’s only one contested race — for the Mayor of Jefferson. Gary Amburn and Patricia Finstrom will face off on May 4 with one of them becoming theContinue Reading
Election Dates Meetings School Dates Chili Supper The Mims Chapel Methodist Church will hold their Women’s Annual Chili Supper from 5:30-7p on February 23 at the church, 13714 FM 729, Avinger 75630. Bowls are $10. For more information call 903-755-2513 or 903-431-2874. Father Fire The J Spencer Foundation will holdContinue Reading
In January of 2023, Hunter Bonner organized a meeting of Crestwood citizens that sought improvement to the existing water quality in the local system. Historically, even though the water quality met state standards, the water was far below the standards of the local system users. An initial meeting with regionalContinue Reading
Ralph Meisenheimer I am Ralph Meisenheimer Marion County Commissioner Precinct 3. I am a 5th generation Jeffersonian and proud to call Marion County home. I have had 21 years of County road experience. I have been a construction business owner for many years. I have held many credentials including CertifiedContinue Reading
The Jefferson Jimplecute recently contacted all of the Marion County GOP candidates in the March 5, 2024 Primary Election to hear what they had to say about the position they’re seeking. While all candidates were contacted, only these responded and agreed to be interviewed: The following, almost hour long videoContinue Reading
Election Dates Filings Meetings School Dates Pancakes First Methodist Church will hold their annual Pancake Supper from 5-7p Monday, February 12, at the church. Adults $10, Children under 12 $5. Dine In or Take Out. 903-665-3268 VDay Breakfast Women of Jefferson will hold their Annual Valentine’s Breakfast from 7-10a FebruaryContinue Reading
Election Dates Meetings JISD Dates Career Fair JISD is holding their first “Road to the Future” College, Career, and Military Readiness (CCMR) Fair from 5:30-7p January 25 at the High School Commons. The school is inviting local colleges, military personnel and businesses to participate. For more information, or to registerContinue Reading
Kim Shaw/Courtesy Article It is with great pleasure and enthusiasm that I announce my candidacy for Marion County Republican Chairperson. My husband Steve and I are so proud to call Marion County home. We have a historic home in Jefferson which we have opened up to participate in the CandlelightContinue Reading