Chef Hunter Lee/Contributing Writer Let’s get Shakin’ This is a treat wasn’t originally a southern dish, Millionaire’s Bacon is a sweet and spicy caramelized bacon that originated at San Francisco’s Sweet Maple restaurant. BUT like so many great dishes that ended up heading south it has been adapted, adjusted, andContinue Reading
Tim Scallon/Registered Dietitian Nutritionalist If you ever find yourself with leftover corn tortilla chips, I have the perfect dish that is delicious and comes together in minutes. Years ago, I would make occasional trips to Austin to visit a friend. One of our routine breakfast stops was a local restaurantContinue Reading
Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer A patriotic production entitled “Celebrate the Old Glory” is still being planned by Jefferson’s community theatre the Opera House Theatre Players. The third Saturday in July is the date that the production featuring an all patriotic theme will be mounted on the stage of the Union Baptist Church event buildingContinue Reading
Family members and friends placed a cross near the intersection of FM 2208 and US59 in remembrance of Jazmine Nicole Griffin who was killed in an accident on July 3 last year. Continue Reading
Three generations of a family have gotten married on July 4. Jefferson resident Sharron Wingard-Parsley recently announced the marriage of her daughter Lauri to Shane Austin. Sharron’s great-grandparents and Sharron were also married on the 4th of July. Lauri was married by Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur in the gardensContinue Reading
The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club has chosen the yard of Stacey Nagy as Yard of the Month of July. The beautifully landscaped hill on Alley St. has a variety of colorful flowers, such as althea, Canna lilies, white sunpatiens, pink roses and dianthus. Courtesy Photo by Hollis ShaddenContinue Reading
July 10th was another exciting and educational adventure at the JCL! Colleen Taylor & Sherry Mask planned a fun excursion to the R.D. Moses Texas and Pacific Model Railroad at the Jefferson Museum, and the Jay Gould car at the Excelsior Hotel. The children learned about train safety, types ofContinue Reading
The Shady Ladies recently presented a check to the Shreveport Shriners Children’s Hospital for $4,822.82. The money will benefit the hospital’s Child Life Department. The dancing witches raised funds by “passing the cauldron” during their annual October witch dance in the courtyard of Made in the Shade in Jefferson. StayContinue Reading
Update: the child was located late Wednesday afternoon unharmed. July 10th approximately 10:30 AM was reported missing. The child is three years old and was last seen at Union Baptist Church off Highway 49. If you have any information, please contact the authorities.Continue Reading
We are thrilled to welcome Brandy Loren to the LaFleur Couture Self Care Boutique team! With over 20 years of marketing experience, a background in public relations, and journalism, Brandy brings a wealth of expertise and a warm, welcoming spirit to our family. As our new Marketing Maven, Brandy willContinue Reading
Daingerfield State Park is happy to introduce the newest member of the park family! This GRIT Freedom chair is available now for reservation and use on our hiking trails and park grounds, and is a big step forward in our vision to increase access to ALL visitors. This chair wasContinue Reading
We are thrilled to announce that our very own Head Coach, Ty Taylor, of the Jefferson Bulldogs, has been recognized as one of Dave Campbell’s Top 40 Coaches Under 40 in Texas high school football! Congratulations Coach Ty Taylor! Continue Reading
If your property has been damaged by Hurricane Beryl, you can submit an online damage report to TDEM at damage.tdem.texas.gov. This information is vital for officials to assist affected Texans in accessing necessary resources and services.Continue Reading
The Midnight House, one of Jefferson’s newest additions located at 116 N Vale St, has quickly become a community favorite with its breakfast tacos, nachos, Rice Krispy treats, and other delicious provisions. For the latest updates, including movie nights and progress on the escape rooms, please visit: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61559839494473&mibextid=LQQJ4dContinue Reading
If you are in need of sand bags they will be available at 102 W. Dallas St. (the parking lot behind the courthouse and jail) around 1P.M. today until supplies last.Continue Reading
The library will be hosting three additional dates in July for the summer reading program. Throughout the month of June, both children and adults alike have experienced the summer reading program “Adventures in the Library.” Everything from hot air balloons to birdwatching to camp stories being told around the craftedContinue Reading
Marion County is making preparations for the incoming storm, please like and follow the Marion County sheriffs office for updates. The state of Texas has issued a disaster declaration for Marion County, my office will be issuing a local disaster declaration in the morning. Please be prepared for the worstContinue Reading
🎉🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July from all of us! 🎉🇺🇸 We had a wonderful party with our residents, and we were entertained by our amazing ladies choir, The Silver Magnolias. This talented choir was started by our dedicated activity assistant, Cindy Wagoner, who has been rehearsing with them every morning.Continue Reading
Meetings Summer Reading The Jefferson Carnegie Library will have their “Adventures in the Library” Summer Reading program form 10-11a July 10, 17 and 24. Volleyball Camp Jefferson High School Volleyball is sponsoring a “Bayou Bullies” Volleyball camp from 9-11:30a July 15-17 for girls entering 3rd thru 8th grade. Cost isContinue Reading