Staff Reports The Jefferson community continues to search for Donovan Byrd who’s been missing since June 20. Byrd was last seen June 21 walking on South Line Street. He’s an African-American male, 5’11” and 185lbs. Search parties have been organized almost daily by family and the Jefferson Police Department toContinue Reading
Kathy Whitfield/Contributing Writer On June 27th, the Rotary Club celebrated our 100th Birthday and the Installation of Officers for our upcoming year 2024-25. The dinner was held at The Carriage House in Jefferson, Texas. Out going President, Kathy Whitfield presented several special awards which included a “Service Above Self” awardContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson High School Athetics held an open house last Thursday to show off their newly renovated field house at the high school. Athletic Director Ty Taylor talked to parents and athletes as he took them on a tour of the facility. Improvements included new flooring, updated equipment, andContinue Reading
Prepare to join us for a day of excitement and community spirit! Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., followed by the lively parade at 10 a.m. Show your support with appreciated donations and stand a chance to win cash prizes across four categories.Continue Reading
Join us at Lake of the Pines on Saturday, July 6 at 9:15pm for fireworks! They’ll be launched from the eastern shore of Island View facing the dam. Gates open at 5pm at Island View for prime viewing. Remember to stay hydrated and enjoy the spectacle!Continue Reading
As a Community we have to pull together to support each other, come out This Sunday to support Panda Bear, as he prepare to have his 2nd Surgery!! Raffle tickets are still available for a Blackstone Grill and more, Shereka Irving and Shanna Alexander Nelson has those, if you wouldContinue Reading
With the Fourth of July and other celebrations often accompanied by fireworks, pet owners need to take precautions to ensure their furry friends stay safe and calm. Fireworks can be terrifying for pets due to their sensitive hearing and the unpredictable nature of the loud noises. Here are some essentialContinue Reading
Join us in honoring our nation’s past and present this Fourth of July in Jefferson, where history meets celebration and the spirit of freedom lights up as bright as our Jefferson Salutes America display. Mark your calendars for one of our city’s most beloved traditions! This year, Jefferson Salutes America,Continue Reading
The Blessings of Grace Food Pantry, has released their schedule for the month of July. The calendar also includes when St. Vincent DePaul, Mims Chapel, LOP Dream Center dates.Continue Reading
Meetings Farmers Market The Jefferson Farmers Market is open and are accepting applications for those wanting to participate. The Cost is $25 for the entire season. They meet from 10a-2p every Saturday in downtown Jefferson just off Austin Street across from the Thomas Jefferson Park. For more information, contact DougContinue Reading
New hardiness zone now in our area Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Gardeners need to double check their plants for the best growing area as the USDA recently announced changes to the Plant Hardiness Zone Map, and Jefferson saw a change in our “Hardiness Zone”. Jefferson moved from 8a to 8b. ThisContinue Reading
Staff Reports The Jefferson Tourism Board approved funding to assist Don and Francene Rainey’s newest event, the Historic Jefferson Piney Woods Dual Sport Adventure Ride, set for November 1-3. Dual Sport riders are motorcyclists who have bikes outfitted for both off-road and street-legal riding. “Dual sport is a hybrid bikeContinue Reading
Staff Reports According to a Water Notice in City Hall, Northeast Texas Municipal Water District (NETMWD) is temporarily changing it’s water treatment process from Jun 6-July 3 to maintain year-round water quality. “Delivering safe and high-quality water to our customers and protecting public health is, and always will be theContinue Reading
Staff Reports The University of Texas at Tyler announced the students who were named to the spring 2024 Dean’s List. To qualify for the President’s Honor Roll, a student must have completed, in one term, 12 or more credit hours of undergraduate college-level credit with a grade of A inContinue Reading
Sonya Roberts-Woods /Special to the Jimplecute After signing on the dotted line, the Region 8 Education Service Center and three area school districts are the first to officially join forces with the HOPE (Helping Others Prioritize Education) Initiative, Inc., seeking to close both academic and social gaps while addressing mental wellnessContinue Reading
Continued rainfall creates flooding issues V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute There’s plenty of water in and around Marion County this week as a series of sever thunderstorms have brought a massive amount of rainfall, downed trees, disrupted power, and widespread flooding. According to NOAA website data, approximately 10 inches ofContinue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute On a quiet evening the day after Christmas, a sudden fire broke out at the historic Steamboat Inn in Jefferson, Texas, owned by Lana and Alex Mushik. The inn, known for its charm and hospitality, faced a devastating loss but is now on a path to recoveryContinue Reading
Big Cypress Corvette Club held their annual Corvette Rally last Saturday in downtown Jefferson. Approximately 80 cars were on full display. Organizer Hollis Shadden said it was fewer than expected, but the weahter most likely impacted some visitors. Saturday things held sunny until mid-afternoon rains appeared.Continue Reading
Joshua Juniper cuts the ribbon on the Grand Opening of his new shop, Caddo Cove Gift Shop, at 115 N Polk Street, last Saturday.Continue Reading