From Tourism Board via Email NOTICE!Rick Rowe with KTBS in Shreveport will be here the first week of March televising each day during the morning news. A promotion Rick will be talking about is “Stay in one of Jefferson’s lodging establishments and receive coupons and gifts from Jefferson’s downtown merchants”.Continue Reading
Notes from the Meeting Regular Meeting – February 11, 2020 The meeting was called to order by President Jason Bonner at 6:00 pm. Members present were Jason Bonner, Dr. Kent Thigpen, J.P. Abernathy, Bobby Langbartels, Leah Cooper, Ned Fratangelo, and Kevin Godfrey. District personnel present were Rob Barnwell, Mike Wood,Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher The City of Jefferson Tourism Board voted to approve joining the Texas Forest Trails Program for this year. The program offers opportunities to promote the City through various programs, webpages, and even a Jefferson Day at the Texas State Fair. Texas Forest Trails ExecutiveContinue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher Jefferson Mayor Charles “Bubba” Haggard gave JEDCO a “heads up” on possible upcoming requests from the City to help pay for additional water and sewer upgrades. “I’ve got my hat in my hand so to speak,” said Haggard. “We had to start prioritizing withContinue Reading
From Press Release CHRISTUS EMS and The University of Texas at Tyler School of Nursing are sending dozens of paramedics, nursing students, trauma experts and other certified “Stop The Bleed” instructors to conduct training for students across Jefferson Independent School District on Thursday and Friday of this week. This massive,Continue Reading
A common question this time of year is “Where do I go to vote?” Prior to this year, registered voters could only vote at their precinct voting location. However, Marion County Clerk Vickie Smith applied to the Texas Secretary of State for Marion County to have Countywide Polling Locations. AsContinue Reading
Texas Forest Trails will make a presentation the City Tourism Board during tonight’s 5:30pm meeting at the Convention and Visitors Center. The Board will also discuss a new advertising contract with KTAL Channel 6. Other Items on the Agenda include: 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Update on HOT tax from AvenuContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Feb. 9-15, 2020 Marion County US 59 – From FM 2208 to Harrison County Line, installing median barrier. Cass County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Harrison County I-20 – At Potters Creek, conducting preventative maintenance work on bridges. SHContinue Reading
The Jefferson Economic Development Corp (JEDCO) will meet in regular session at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, February 11, at City Hall. Their Agenda includes: Consideration/Action – Select bank for local deposits Consideration/Action – Grant to City for infrastructure repair/improvements Consideration/Action – Approve quarterly report to City Council Consideration/Action – disposition ofContinue Reading
The following properties will be sold on March 3, 2020, at 10 a.m. at 114 W. Austin Street by auction. Interested parties need to obtain a certificate from the Marion County Tax Assessor/Collector’s office prior to the sale.Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis, Publisher The Jefferson ISD School Board will set the 2020-21 School Calendar and discuss Facility Goals and possible future projects in Tuesday night’s 6 p.m. Board Meeting. The Herald may be live for this meeting. The Board’s full packet for the meeting follows:Continue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher At the request of County Commissioner Charlie Treadwell, Marion County may be designated as a 2nd Amendment Sanctuary County at Monday’s 9 a.m. Commissioner’s Court meeting. The resolution reads, in part, “ it is the desire of the Marion County Commissioners to declare itsContinue Reading
From TxDOT Don’t mess with Texas is holding two contests to award prizes and scholarships to Texas students demonstrating efforts to raise awareness about litter prevention in their communities. The 2020 Don’t mess with Texas Scholarship Contest and the Don’t mess with Texas K-12 School Art Contest are presented inContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Feb. 2-8, 2020 Marion County US 59 – From FM 2208 to Harrison County Line, installing median barrier. Cass County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Harrison County I-20 – At Potters Creek, conducting preventative maintenance work on bridges. SHContinue Reading
From Staff Reports The City and School District are halfway through the filing period for the May 2, 2020, elections, and candidates are starting to sign up for a place on the ballot. The deadline to file for a place on the ballot is 5 p.m. February 14, 2020, atContinue Reading
From Staff Reports Today is the last day to pay your property taxes without incurring penalties and interest charges. The Marion County Tax Office, 114 W. Austin St. Suite 100, will remain open today until 8 p.m. for residents to pay taxes. Their office will be closed on Monday, FebruaryContinue Reading
From Staff Reports Marion County Clerk Vickie Smith has released the sample ballots and locations to vote for the March 3 Primary Elections. Republican Box 1-2 : ballot sample Republican Box 3,4,5,8,9,10: ballot sample Republican Box 6-7: ballot sample Democratic Box 1,2,3,4,5,8,9,10: ballot sample Democratic Box 6-7: ballot sample To see voting rosters posted toContinue Reading
From Staff Reports Marion County District Attorney Angela Smoak is 3-3 this week, obtaining convictions on marijuana, harassment of a public servant, and assault. Assault Curran Andrew Watkins of Jefferson reached a plea agreement with Smoak on Tuesday of threatening family member Sharon Watkins, with imminent bodily injury with aContinue Reading
From Staff Reports Businessman and SMU Graduate, Rob Baker, filed his intentions for candidacy for Mayor of Jefferson at City Hall on Friday, January 24, 2020. Rob Baker humbly asks the citizens of Jefferson for the opportunity to serve them in bold and strategic leadership. With 30 years of experienceContinue Reading
Marion County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session at 9 a.m. Monday, January 27, 2020, in the Commissioners Courtroom in the Annex. The Herald will be live for this meeting. Their Agenda includes: Resolution Recognizing February as Black History Month Adopt an Investment Policy for 2020 Approval of ETEXContinue Reading