Zoë Lam/Jefferson Jimplecute On Friday nights in Jefferson, the bright lights of Bulldog Stadium always seemed to shine a little brighter when Jerry Bennett was on the sideline. Two seasons ago, the field was renamed in his honor. Today, it stands as a tribute to a man whose legacy stretchesContinue Reading
Courtesy Photo Pamela Denis McGregor, front row red shirt, celebrated 51 years with 1st National Bank of Hughes Springs, Jefferson, at a reception honoring her and her retirement on Tuesday. She is pictured with current and former bank employees who worked with her over the years.Continue Reading
Created by Caddo Moon 111 Austin Street, 469-994-2295 This week invites gentle reflection, quiet shifts, and meaningful connection. It’s not a time for forcing outcomes but for noticing what unfolds when you slow down and listen. There’s magic in the subtleties—shared laughter, a gut feeling, a well-timed pause. Whether you’reContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Y’all this has been a favorite all my life. Yes, believe it or not I was one of those kids that ate vegetables. Maybe partly because I’m still from that era that you ate what was cooked. None of this, “ oh the kids won’tContinue Reading
Marcia Thomas/Special to the Jimplecute A special treat for those attending the upcoming vintage fashion show, “Fashions With A Past”, is the pre-show performance of 15 yr old Riley Cox known in the area as Rockin’ Riley. He will begin playing at 2:30 pm in the garden at Green GablesContinue Reading
David Wall/Special to the Jimplecute Now that your tomato plants are up and growing, a mixture of yeast, sugar, baking soda and water can further improve the fruit. Start with a mixture of yeast which can be found in most grocery stores. Add some sugar to act as a food sourceContinue Reading
Event highlights history, importance of Jefferson Staff Reports The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club takes great pride in presenting our 78th Historic Jefferson Pilgrimage “Remember When…” May 1-4. Jefferson sits on the banks of the Cypress River, romanced by our wonderfully and lovingly restored historic homes and buildings while revelingContinue Reading
Staff Reports Living Historians to descend on Jefferson for the 25th annual Battle for Jefferson set for May 2-4! The Historic Jefferson Foundation, in partnership with Cypress River Ranch, local stakeholders and the Trans-Mississippi Volunteer Infantry, is pleased to present the 25th annual “Battle for Jefferson” Civil War Re-enactment, MayContinue Reading
Zoë Lam/Jefferson Jimplecute For the past 13 years, Mark Allen has been the foundation of Jefferson High School’s girls’ basketball program. When he arrived, the program was at rock bottom with little ambition, a lack of winning culture, and a history of early season exits. But with patience, passion andContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Longer days and a story about as old as the south itself. Sweet tea is bout as southern as it comes. It wasn’t until 1928 that sweet tea became the southern thirst-quencher of choice it is today. The well-known “Southern Cooking” cookbook published aContinue Reading
Fishing Report Lake O’the Pines: Warmer sunny days with high but, falling waters makes for a tougher bite.The stable weather with slightly cooler temps will help this coming week but, the slowly falling lake levels and muddy turbulent waters will make it tougher. Crappie are scattered in post spawn modeContinue Reading
Jefferson seniors crowned Chris Love and Christina Justice as the 2025 Prom King and Queen, at right, last Saturday evening. Prom attendees dance the night away at the annual event. Jimplecute photos by Laura AllenContinue Reading
Staff Reports Members of the JHS Class of 1991 showed their appreciation for past and present teachers last weekend by starting what they hope is an Annual Teacher Alumni Brunch. The the heme was “Honoring Our Educational Roots by Celebrating the Legacy of Our Educators.” Various honorees included: The AlumniContinue Reading
According to Friends of the Library President Sharron Murray. Due to the expected bad weather tomorrow, we are POSTPONING the Jefferson Carnegie Library Golf Tournament to next Saturday, April 12th. Check-in, lunch, and tee-off times remain the same. Thank you!!Continue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson’s Stephen Pullum has been working on cybersecurity for over 40 years. Now he’s combining that knowledge to help pioneer the ethical use of AI. His philosophy, “If it doesn’t help, it hurts,” underscores his mission to create technology that protects and empowers. With real-world experience spanning decades—whenContinue Reading
Ken Bridges/Columnist Gov. Jimmy Allred became governor of Texas in a desperate time for Texas. The Great Depression created many hardships for families and crippled state finances. Though he had met with several defeats and reverses in his life, Allred’s persistence guided Texas in a difficult time and cemented lastingContinue Reading
Rick Smith/Columnist A book requires an author – like a program requires a programmer – like a poem requires a poet – like a design requires a designer – like an invention requires an inventor – like creation requires a Creator. – Author Unknown In a mother’s womb were twoContinue Reading
Lake O’the Pines by Crazy Angler Tackle: Variable weather with intermittent fronts! Big Whites are now staging in bedding areas in the brush natural presentations will be best. Silver/black and blue/white Lil Rascals have been producing the best on cloudy days. Fish are still in feeder channels as they moveContinue Reading
Dear Fellow Merchants, Citizens and Downtown Residences: It’s that time of year again! We are excited to share the following information with you for Mardi Gras Weekend, Friday – Sunday, February 28th, March 1st & 2nd, 2025. We appreciate your participation in helping the town and guests to have aContinue Reading
The City of Jefferson is performing sewer improvements along Polk Street from Bonham to Henderson, that is anticipated to last until May 6, 2025. Residents and Business Owners can expect one or more street/sidewalk closures to occur during the construction period throughout the project location. Construction will halt during theContinue Reading