Pop Culture SociTea had their ribbon cutting on their store redesign last week with help from the community. They are located on Lafayette Street.Continue Reading

Today, at our meeting, we honored Senior Kylie Neuville as our Student of the Month. She is the daughter of Misty and Brandon Neuville.  Kylie loves her community and school. She is currently the Vice President of the National Honor Society and the Health Occupation Students at JHS. Kylie was alsoContinue Reading

Staff Reports Three new additions have arrived at the Port Jefferson History and Nature Center. On the northwest corner of the park, a bronze “mama” bear and her two cubs are the newest residents and attraction to the park. Commissioned by Today Foundation President Richard H. Collins, “The Teacher” hasContinue Reading

Staff Reports Residents living in and around Jefferson, Texas, can learn about their risk for cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, diabetes, and other chronic, serious conditions with affordable screenings by Life Line Screening on December 2, at the Jefferson Transportation Center.  The site is located at 305 E. Austin St in Jefferson.Continue Reading

Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’!!!! So, is it dressing or stuffing? The argument I’ve had (and seen others have) for most of my years in the kitchen. I might ruffle some feathers in this one, but I’m going to give you the rundown. If you don’t agree that’s okay, youContinue Reading

Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Tinsel and trim, ribbon and lights, our historic town is ramping up for holiday festivities.  Embracing the seasonal spirit with a dazzling array of events which aim to leave the community bathed in a warm glow of celebration; from the grandeur of the Tree Lighting Ceremony toContinue Reading

Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Otstott Park hosted a Veteran’s Day Celebration, Saturday November 11th. The crowd came together to pay heartfelt tribute to the brave men and women who have served in the armed forces. The Veteran’s Day event was a testament to the unwavering gratitude for those who have dedicated theirContinue Reading

Meetings School Dates Grand Launch Pop Culture SocieTea will be holding a “grand launch” and ribbon cutting at 4:30 Nov. 18 at their shop on Lafayette Street. Thanksgiving Dinner The 4th Annual Elderly Thanksgiving Dinner will be held starting at 3pm, Saturday, November 18, at the Jefferson Community Center locatedContinue Reading

City of Jefferson

Staff Reports The Jefferson Tourism Board heard presentations Tuesday  night from CBS19 and KETK out of Tyler on using some of their Hotel Occupancy Tax funds to do more streaming based advertising within 100-150 miles of Jefferson. CBS19’s Dean Clow gave a video presentation on what their platform can provideContinue Reading

Staff Reports This fall kicks off a series of musical events in Jefferson that is sure to entertain and delight one and all.  The season started with Steven Lu and members of the Marshall Symphony Orchestra thrilled a full house audience at Jefferson’s Cumberland Presbyterian Church last Sunday afternoon byContinue Reading

Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’! Hope everyone’s enjoying the cooler weather. As promised we are continuing with some of my favorite cool weather classics. Awhile back we asked on social media what y’all would like to see. We got so many great suggestions and this is next recipe isContinue Reading

Gary Borders/Texas Press Association Lege gets to work in fourth special session The Texas Legislature, conceived as a part-time body to meet every other year for 140 days, is now in its record fifth session (counting the regular session). When the impeachment trial of Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton isContinue Reading

City of Jefferson

V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Tuesday night’s special City Council meeting was largely about buildings as Council approved a host of building permits, and agreed to move forward adopting the Jefferson Historic District. The district was proposed by the City’s Planning & Zoning Commission after it was discovered the CityContinue Reading

Veteran’s Day Marion County’s VFW and American Legion posts will host their Annual Veteran’s Day celebrations at 11a on Saturdday, November 11, at Otstott Park. The event recognizes local veterans and what they have done for the U.S. Meetings School Dates • See Lady DawgBasketball Schedule on page 7 •Continue Reading