Press Release Dallas Unlimited Events and Bluebonnet Antiques and More will hold a book signing event featuring Robert West at 11a Saturday, April 13, at their shop at 111 W Austin. Meet Local Author, Robert West, who wrote “Practical Solutions for America. Of Course we can fix it” and “The FiveContinue Reading
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur, above right, on left, and his father Leward, took time out last Friday to make chicken and sausage gumbo for all county employees. LaFleur says the event is a way he can say “Thank you” to all the employees for all the hard work theyContinue Reading
V Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute There’s no shortage of things to do this weekend in Marion County, even though Spring Break is still over a week away. The weekend starts with an Open House and Celebration of 50 years of service at First National Bank for Carol Walker and PamContinue 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
Rick Smith/Columnist I met Sir Burgess Burgoyne for the first time in Little Rock, Ark. He introduced himself as “Burgess.” No title. No last name. I read in the Arkansas Democrat Gazette that he had arrived in the Little Rock area about eight weeks earlier. I called to schedule aContinue Reading
Dr. Ken Bridges/Columnist The City of Fort Worth, a beloved Texas city sometimes known as “Cowtown” or “Where the West Begins,” has a storied past that has helped shape the history of the state. However, the name behind the city was a legend in its own right. Gen. William Jenkins Worth was a distinguished officer and war heroContinue Reading
David Wall/Contributing Writer Powdered milk is made by evaporating milk until only a powder remains. A major benefit for gardeners is the powder is rich in calcium, and other nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorous, and potassium, elements all plants need. If you are looking for powdered milk, be sure toContinue Reading
Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer Jefferson’s Opera House Theatre Players is planning a little “Jefferson Solar Eclipse Party Watch”on Monday, April 8 at the city’s Lions Park. The group was intrigued with the spectacle of the “once in a lifetime event” and decided to treat the locals and visitors to a gatheringContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Well, we have now laid Mardi Gras and Carnival Season 2023 to rest. A lot of us are gearing up for lent! With Easter and Spring right here around the corner. Gardens are being tilled, diets are being altered to remove/work off some ofContinue Reading
Tim Scallon/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist I recently had the opportunity to visit the Heritage Museum in Rusk, Texas. The wealth of artifacts and memorabilia and the knowledgeable and entertaining presentation by our guide, Mrs. Betty Marcontell made it a memorable moment and a fun learning experience. Having grown up near Rusk andContinue Reading
Local Music Corner Micah S. White Facebook.com/pyromade1 Hear’s some local music. If you go out please be kind, safe and please don’t drink and drive. Please note that events are subject to change for different reasons. Friday: 03/01 Saturday: 03/02 Sunday: 03/03 Thursday: 03/07 Dining Specials Auntie Skinner’s Carriage House Continue Reading
Mark Allen Caddo Lake: The pre-spawn bite has really been going great right now. We have been boating about 25 bass in a half-day guided trip. Some of the best baits for us have been the “pro swimmer” by big bite baits, along with a couple of “special” square billContinue Reading
Rotary’s Student of the month for February was awarded to Bryce Clark, Senior at JHS. Bryce was recognized for being an outstanding student. He is a member of the National Honor Society and Fellowship of Christian Athletes. Bryce has also been a member of the Bulldog Football team, Powerlifting, TrackContinue Reading
AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment until March 27 to the following proposed changes to the 2024-2025 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Game Bird proclamations: Migratory Game Bird Regulations Zones. • Extend the regular goose season for light geese to 19 days in the easternContinue Reading
Eugene Robinson Marion County Historical Society Before settling in Jefferson, Eugene Robinson served as a medic in the U.S. Army from 1954-1956. He met is future wife, Ida M. Robinson, while attending Texas College in Tyler. He earned a Master’s Degree in education and was a teacher for several years.Continue 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
Ken Bridges It often takes courage to stand up for a principle. Because of people who do, the world starts to change. One Texas dentist, Dr. Lonnie Smith, changed the way Americans vote. A 1944 Supreme Court decision forced Texas and states across the country to change election laws. Dr.Continue Reading
Richard Skinner/Jefferson First Assembly of God We have all heard the cliché, patience is a virtue. If we’re honest many of us are lacking in this virtue. Even more than that, this virtue is not desired by many of us. In our flesh, we often value immediacy. We want ourContinue Reading
Staff Reports St. Paul United Methodist Church will celebrate Black History Month with a program starting at 11:30a Sunday. “Lift Every Voice and Sing” is the theme for the celebration. A Soul Food Gala will immediately follow the worship service. The church is located at 111 Crawford Street, across theContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee As most of you know it’s CRAWFISH SEASON, most southerner’s favorite season. When you think crawfish surely you think of corn, potatoes, maybe mushrooms, garlic, and lemons. I think of the drinks I’ll be having with them if you know what I mean…all jokes aside, I thinkContinue Reading