Jefferson ISD officially cancelled classes tomorrow, Tuesday, January 16, as a result of hazardous weather conditions affecting roadways. Per the City of Jefferson Employee Handbook, when JISD closes, City offices will close as well. Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur has also closed all County offices on Tuesday. Emergency services willContinue Reading
Sunday night and Monday morning’s continued wintery mix precipitation have continued to blanket the county and created hazardous driving conditions. Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur posted on Facebook that Marion County “roads are very slick, stay home if you can!” Texas Highway Department pre-treated the major thoroughfares on Friday andContinue Reading
Due to low temperatures and incoming precipitation the annual MLK Day Parade has been cancelled.Continue Reading
Mondays winter weather has caused MCDCSCO to reschedule their annual MLK Day Banquet. Originally set for Monday night, it has now been set for 6p Sunday January 21, at the Jefferson Transportation Center.Continue Reading
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur ended 2024 by saying “Thank You” to Greg Peeler for all that he did during the week-long power outage during the summer. LaFleur also presented Peeler with a flag which was flown over the Alamo during the last Commissioners Court meeting of 2023. “When IContinue Reading
Election Dates Meetings JISD Dates VFW Fish Fry – cancelled Note: we were notified on Friday that the fish fry has been cancelled this month. The Jefferson chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will host their monthly First Saturday Fish Fry this weekend. Set for 11a–2 p.m. Saturday, JanuaryContinue Reading
By Jeremy Finch/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson beat Waskom 65-24 in district play on Jan 2. The Lady Bulldogs are now 3-1 in district play and 18-6 overall. Jefferson had a 19-9 lead after one quarter of play and boasted a 32-15 lead at the break. A solid 34-9 run in theContinue Reading
Staff reports The Jefferson Bulldogs routed the Daingerfield Tigers 57-34 in non-league play on December 29. This placed the Bulldogs 14-4 for the season. The Boys played Waskom on January 2, and are reported to have won 61-45, but game stats, scores, or information had not been provided to theContinue Reading
V Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute The age of big corporations putting the little guys out of business has claimed another victim – this time in downtown Jefferson. After 70 years, City Drug will close their doors forever on January 16. The locally operated pharmacy, founded by Edward Taylor, has beenContinue Reading
From First to Promises of Future, Marion County Residents Celebrated ChristmasContinue Reading
Jimplecute photos by V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson VFD members worked to contain and put out a fire which erupted late Tuesday evening at the Steamboat Inn on Marshall Street near downtown Jefferson. No one was injured in the fire, which damaged the back portion of the inn, but heavyContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute County Commissioners will hold their final 2023 meeting at 9a today in the Commissioners Courtroom. Most of today’s meeting includes regular end-of-year/beginning-of year tasks and contract establishment, but Commissioners will also hear a report from County AgriLife extension Agent Doug Weir on his accomplishments thisContinue Reading
Meetings • City, County Offices Closed, Jan. 1 • P&Z 5p Jan. 2 • Commissioners Court 9a Jan 8 • Tourism, 5:30p Jan 8 • JEDCO, 5:30p Jan 9 • JISD Board, 6p Jan 9 MLK Banquet & Parade MCDCSCO’s annual MLK Banquet will be held January 15. The keynoteContinue Reading
Staff Reports There are 31 new laws taking effect on Monday. Most of them affect property taxes, but they also include e-cigarettes/vapes, notary requirements, and city building permit fees. Here’s a partial list of the new laws with brief descriptions. The full list can be found online at Jimplecute.com. MoreContinue Reading
Courtesy Photo Women at the Well of Encouragement Ministries highly appreciates everyone for supporting their 10th Year Anniversary of Giving to Children and Community this Christmas. The Christmas Gala and Dinner was a great evening of sharing the Spirit of Christmas through love with families and community all enjoying theContinue Reading
JISD students ended their fall semester with a series of concerts, Christmas pageants, and giving back to the community last week. JES and JJHS students held their annual Christmas pageant filled with musical numbers. JHS band students held their Christmas Concert. Members of JHS National Honor Society collected and deliveredContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson City Council wrapped up their final meeting of the year with a long agenda and the usual debates. Jefferson Police Chief Florentino Perez requested two bank accounts be created, separate from the City’s General Fund account, to allow his office to more easily receiveContinue Reading
Christmas Services Meetings Bingo & BBQ The Jefferson Carnegie Library will be hosting their Bingo Night and BBQ from 6-9p January 18 at the library. Tickets can be purchased at the library, but there are a limited number available, so get them early. Or more information, 903-65-8911. The event isContinue Reading
Staff Reports AUSTIN – The Texas Broadband Development Office, operated by the Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts, is soliciting input from the public on the new Texas Digital Opportunity Plan. The plan outlines how these entities will connect the Lone Star State for a brighter future by making it easier for allContinue Reading
Staff Reports Dee Cortez Mitchell is among the more than 2,900 candidates for graduation in the University of Georgia›s Class of 2023 who will be celebrated during Commencement exercises this week. Mitchell, of Jefferson, is a candidate for a MS Kinesiology. “We are delighted to celebrate the incredible achievements ofContinue Reading