The first Jefferson high school football game is to take place in Melissa Texas next Thursday, August 29th a charter bus has scheduled to take fans to the game. Information on the charter buses can be found in the graphic below. If you need to get your class T-shirts ,Continue Reading
JISD students returned to the classroom on Wednesday. Some last minute announced changes to parent pickup and drop off procedures caused some concerns for parents but school started on schedule. Photos are courtesy submissions. Be sure and watch for school zones while traveling.Continue Reading
Jefferson residents and ministers held a “Prayer Walk” last Sunday at each of the JISD campuses to pray for students, teachers, and administrators as they return to school this week.Continue Reading
The Jefferson High School Class of 1969 celebrated their 55th Reunion recently at Joseph’s Riverport BBQ. Attending the reunion were: Front row L-R: Sandra McMahon, Marsha Henson, Diana West, Jerri Mullins, Dickie Bockman, Lonnie Koontz, Don Walters; 2nd Row L-R: Tom Haggard, Bruce Bradley, Gay Thompson, Gary Fant, Jimmy Durrum,Continue Reading
Meetings School Dates • Scrimmage at Tyler Grace, Aug. 22 Bible Study Cumberland Presbyterian Church is hosting a weekly bible study every Wednesday night. The evening starts with a 6p supper, and bible study from 6:30-7:30p led by Shane Shaddix. All are welcome. The group is currently starting Book ofContinue Reading
Ken Bridges/Columnist Success is never a straight line. Gail Borden’s story is how an Indiana farmboy with almost no formal schooling went from being a Texas revolutionary and editor to a celebrated inventor and wildly successful New York factory owner. The calm and curious man nurtured not only revolution in Texas but a revolutionContinue Reading
Created by Shangri La Tarot, Astrology, Reiki, 111 Austin Street, 469-994-2295 The planets, sun, and moon are constantly moving and influencing each other, and their patterns affect life on Earth. Astrology helps us understand these patterns and how they guide us. The changing seasons are a clear example of thisContinue Reading
David Wall/Contributing Writer The weather this year has played havoc with honeybees. First, way too much rain and lower than normal temperatures. Now, not enough rain and too much heat. Both conditions deter honeybees from foraging. Pollen is solidifying on flowers, making it very difficult to obtain. It’s just not a good time to beContinue Reading
Annual YNOT Awards recognize efforts, contributions of Jefferson organizations, actors Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer An enthusiastic group of theatre members and actors with the Opera House Theatre Players met for the annual membership meeting and acting awards on Saturday at Enoch’s Wine and Coffee in downtown Jefferson. President of the communityContinue Reading
Dispatch Date: 08/17/2024 Shift: 6a-6p •7:05, Assist Motorist @ Hwy 134, Deputy handled •9:43, EMS @ MLK, CEMS transported •12:05, Harassment @ Tejas Rd, Deputy handled •12:06, Misc @ E Walker, JPD notified of scammers using this address •13:32, Escort (Funeral) @ 49/59, JPD handled •13:36, EMS @ FM 727, CEMSContinue Reading
Chef Hunter Lee/Contributing Writer 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 parentsContinue Reading
An Excessive Heat Warning and a Heat Advisory remain in effect for today and into the weekend.Continue Reading
🫖 Discover a world of flavors with a curated selection of loose teas and dive into their unique characteristics at Foodie Tasting Room. 📍 114 W. Lafayette Street, Jefferson, Texas📞 903.471.0440 Donations will be accepted for Friends of Jefferson Animals, an organization devoted to rescuing and caring for local animals.Continue Reading
Fraudsters will do anything to be you. With Artificial Intelligence (AI) becoming more accessible, they now have even more—often indistinguishable—ways to try and scam you. Don’t let them. Review these top imposter scams so you can avoid falling for them: Family-in-distress scam:Scammers use AI to clone your loved one’s voiceContinue Reading
DISPATCH 8/15/24 6AM-6PM •6:56 2-VEHICLE ACCIDENT @ FM 49 EAST, DEPUTY, TROOPERS, AND CEMS RESPONDED, 2-VEHICLES TOWED, ROADWAY CLEARED •8:19 ANIMAL WELFARE CK @ FM 729, DEPUTY TALKED TO OWNER ANIMAL HAS ACCESS TO FOOD WATER SHELTER AND IS BEING CARED FOR •8:32 EMS @ MLK, CEMS RESPONDED •9:44 ALARM/BURGLARContinue Reading
The Board of Directors of the Marion Central Appraisal District will convene on August 21st at 12 PM at the appraisal office located at 801 North Tuttle St. in Jefferson, Texas. The attached graphics outline the agenda items.Continue Reading
DISPATCH DATE 8/14/24 6AM-6PM •7:58 CONTROLLED BURN @ 861 MCR 3636, GVFD ON SCENE •8:06 TRAFFIC HAZARD @ FM 728 SCHOOL ZONE LIGHTS NOT WORKING, TX DOT CONTACTED •9:13 ESCORT @109 E. BROADWAY, JPD •9:20 WELLFARE CHECK @ 59 NORTH SOUTHBOUND LANE, DEPUTY MADE CONTACT •9:36 THEFT @ WOODLANDContinue Reading
It’s time for our kids to sharpen those pencils and head back to school! The entire team at the Jefferson Jimplecute wishes all students, teachers, and parents a successful and exciting new school year. Here’s to a year full of learning, growth, and unforgettable memories!Continue Reading
Riverside Bank of Jefferson has presented a $1,000 check to the Friends of Jefferson Animals (FOJA) in support of their ongoing initiatives. This contribution will assist FOJA in continuing their work within the community. The bank remains committed to supporting local organizations.Continue Reading
Activity Log 8/13/2024 6a-6p •07:32 traffic hazard, hwy 59/cefco, bag reported to be obstructing roadway, no obstruction located, some trash in roadway but not impeding traffic •10:01 ems, MLK dr, cems •11:29 ems, PR 6007, cems •11:38 ems, Live Oak, cems •12:03 fire alarm, Montgomery rd, alarm co called backContinue Reading