Atticus Gregory H. Upton Lewis As I was making my decision on what to review this week, I realized I was missing two important types of artists; A local artist, and a blues artist. I decided to rectify that by reviewing someone who fits both criteria: T-Bone Walker. Truthfully, thereContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin!!! As I see the kiddos returning to school, my social media is flooded with first day back to school pictures; I reminisce. I don’t have children but most of my friends do. I remember back to when I was young when their parents wereContinue Reading
David Wall Many of you planted vegetables starting with onions in mid-January, followed by peppers and tomatoes around the first of February, cucumbers the end of March and finally okra around the first of May. Soil with fertilizer and compost was great, and water was in abundance. The results were large amounts and sizesContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Diving can be a life changing experience, and not always for the better. But new Jefferson resident Al Wright is ready to help whenever, wherever he’s needed. “[Al’s friend] Dave and I were looking for any of the task force or emergency groups that wouldContinue Reading
By Appointment Due to hurting my back two weeks ago, the Jimplecute offices will be by appointment only for the next few weeks. Feel free to call, email, text, direct message to reach us. We apologize for the inconvience, but Hugh just can’t go up and down the stairs easily.Continue Reading
Staff Reports Since Jefferson played a key role in the Trans-Mississippi Department’s military/industrial complex, Jefferson is a natural location for hosting Civil War Symposiums during the Civil War Sesquicentennial. This year’s theme is “Jefferson’s Civil War Legacy,” and takes place on Saturday. Jefferson and Marion County supplied many troops forContinue Reading
This week brings chances to reflect, reset, and refocus. Aries and Cancer may need firmer boundaries, while Taurus and Gemini notice changes in money and communication. Virgo and Leo should slow down and take stock of their social energy. Libra and Capricorn look at long-term goals and relationships. Scorpio andContinue Reading
Atticus Gregory Upton Lewis/Columnist “The Fame Monster” by Lady Gaga is one of the best pop albums of all time. Lady Gaga brings dark and gritty tones and lyrics to enthrall us. With this album, she cemented her legacy as one of the greatest pop artists of all time. “TheContinue Reading
Tim Scallon/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist Growing up on a farm in East Texas, one learned to keep an eye out for snakes, especially near the creeks, woodpiles and other snaky places. I have had many encounters with snakes. One summer day while crossing a bridge over the creek in our back pasture,Continue Reading
Courtesy Photos by Zack Baldwin Jefferson’s long-time FedEx driver Georgia Walker officially retired on Thursday, July 31. Cypress Place Assisted Living celebrated Georgia’s years of service to Jefferson last Friday with a going away party. She talked with long-time customers and her plans for the future, which include spending timeContinue Reading
Courtesy Photo by Hollis Shadden The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club has chosen the home of Peggy Parker on Clarksville Street as Garden of the Month for July. Peggy’s home displays a variety of colorful flowers including: Periwinkles, Roses, Sunflowers, and Chrysanthemums.Continue Reading
Darla McCorkle As some of you may be aware Hugh and I are looking at leaving Jefferson. Let me correct that, I am looking at leaving Jefferson and I really hope Hugh and Atticus will join me. This week’s city council meeting convinced me that I can no longer liveContinue Reading
Marcia Thomas Special to the Jimplecute The annual YNOT Awards presented by Jefferson’s community theatre group, the Opera House Theatre Players, has been scheduled for 7p August 9, at the Union Baptist Church Event Building. Acting awards will be presented to the Best Actor, Best Actress, Best Supporting Actor andContinue Reading
Atticus Gregory Upton Lewis Title: “It Takes a Thief” by Coolio; A Highlight of Hip-Hop When I think of the 1990s, I think of both the rise of Hip-Hop and where the genre reached some of its highest highs. I think of the MTV era and how much music inContinue Reading
Fishing Report Lake O’the Pines: Come on cooler weather! Where has it not been raining? The lake came up about 1/3 a foot do to last weeks rains cooling surface temps slightly. The smaller profiles are the ticket right now. Dock fishing has been up and down. Good limits ofContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson ISD notified parents about the end of the ACE after school program on Tuesday via a FaceBook post and “all-call” announcement. “We are contacting you with new unfortunate information concerning our ACE program. Due to an unanticipated withholding of all federal funding for our ACE program andContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II There’s something in the air, again, and it’s costing not only individuals, but our organizations. Scams. Any time a disaster happens the scum crawl out of the woodwork to try and make a buck off the concern and generosity of individuals. The tragedy in Central TexasContinue Reading
Darla McCorkle When I was 19 I got married. I was not pregnant. It was much worse, I was in love. He wasn’t even my first love, but I sure thought he was The Love of my Life at the time. So, we got married. Not only did we getContinue Reading
Lynnette Arriela Bonner Rabbi, Bethel Temple Fellowship “What is the greatest commandment in the law?” This question was asked by Jesus’ followers. Jesus said, “The first and greatest commandment is to love the Lord with all your heart,with all your soul,with all your mind.” The second greatest commandment is, “YouContinue Reading
Atticus Gregory Upton Lewis When you think of the music of the 1970s, you think progressive rock withbands breaking away from the confines of their genre and branching out, incorporating styles and instrumentals you wouldn’t expect to hear. For me, there are no albums to better personify this era thanContinue Reading