Staff Reports ETCOG’s Rural Transportation Planning Organization (RTPO) announced on Tuesday that the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has officially designated the I-20 Corridor Intercity Passenger Rail Service as one of the selected corridors for the FRA’s FY22 Corridor Identification and Development Program (CIDP). This marks a significant milestone for theContinue Reading
The Marion-Cass Soil and Water Conservation Board recently honored Pearlee Wells for 47-years of exemplary service and dedication to the producers, landowners and youth of Marion and Cass Counties. 47 Years of ServiceContinue Reading
Editor’s Note: The Jimplecute does not endorse any candidate at any level. This was provided by the candidate. The Jimplecute welcomes any candidacy announcements. Press Release Hunter Bonner, a born and raised Texan with 8 years of experience in Marion County, today announced his candidacy for the office of MarionContinue Reading
Gary Borders/Texas Press Association Property tax cuts go into effect A total of $18 billion in property tax cuts were approved by more than 80% of voters in the November general election and should be reflected in property tax bills that are due by Jan. 31. The cuts come inContinue Reading
JHS powerlifting team members Xaden Else, right top, and Paisley Hurst, right bottom, put in some extra weight lifting work over the Christmas break in preparation for the spring season.Continue Reading
By Jeremy Finch/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson 64 Elysian Fields 37 The Lady Bulldogs pushed its district record to 2-1 after beating Elysian Fields 64-37 on Dec. 19. It was over before it started as Jefferson rolled out to a 16-5 lead after quarter one and had a commanding 36-12 lead atContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Online Version updates: The following updates were received after press time: Tyler SPCA agreed to take up to 18 dogs. All the remaining dogs from this property, as well as the ones from an earlier raid, were transported to Tyler SPCA on Thursday. A totalContinue Reading
V Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute According to an email sent to the Jimplecute by JISD Superintendent Michael Walker, the JISD School Board is not considering closing the Jefferson Primary School campus at the end of this school year. “As you know, over the course of this year there has beenContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute It’s election season and candidates have filed for places on the ballot for the spring party primary elections. Marion County Tax Assessor/Collector Karen Jones filed to run as an independent this election. She is unopposed on any party pimary. She has previously filed in theContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates Music Jingle Jangle The Jefferson Historical Society and Museum is sponsoring the first annual Jingle Jangle! A celebration of the holidays as many shops will stay open until 8p or later. Fundraiser tickets to the LaMasure Christmas Open House, 506 S. Friou, are $25 and will be openContinue Reading
Staff Reports Educational effort earns top recognition among colleagues. Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur has been honored by the Texas Association of Counties’ (TAC) Texas Judicial Academy for going the extra mile. The academy recognizes county judges who attain significant judicial education beyond state requirements as Fellows. The academy inductedContinue Reading
In last week’s edition of the Jefferson Jimplecute, some readers interpreted the page one cutline under the “Breakfast with Rudolph” photo to mean that the Jefferson Carnegie Library’s Breakfast with Rudolph program had a lower than usual turnout. This was not the case. According to the library staff they hadContinue Reading
Courtesy Article December has been an eventful and festive time at the Carnegie Library. On December 5, the children from the Primary School attended Breakfast with Rudolph in two sessions. There were over 60 children who attended this fun event and heard Christmas stories, made crafts and learned the RudolphContinue Reading
Staff Reports TxDOT’s Drive Sober. No Regrets. statewide, impaired driving campaign encourages everyone to enjoy the holidays without drinking and driving. People often get together over the holidays to celebrate with friends, family and coworkers. These celebrations can turn tragic when someone gets behind the wheel after consuming alcohol orContinue Reading
These students were chosen as Students of the Month for November at Jefferson Elementary School. They were chosen for exhibiting trustworthiness, respect, caring, citizenship, responsibility, and fairness. Madison Horan 2nd GradeContinue Reading
Congratulations to the JJHS One-Act Play cast and crew on their 2nd place performance. Individual awards include: Kaliyah Whitaker, Best Performer; Jordyn Carpenter and Zoey Greene, All Star Cast; Mya Blakely, Honorable Mention All Star Cast; and Daniel Gonzalez, All Star Tech Courtesy PhotoContinue Reading
Rotarians delivered socks to the Junior High School. So happy to help keep those feet warm for needy students! Shown is Rotarian Paulette Cooper and Wendy Shelton, Dean of Academics. Courtesy PhotoContinue Reading
Staff Reports The University of Texas at Tyler recognized two area students who graduated on December 7. Eve Summerill-Neel, of Avinger, graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology, and Cadee Humphrey, of Jefferson, graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing.Continue Reading
Staff Reports To address the pressing healthcare needs of our community, The Marion County Health and Resource Coalition in collaboration with UT Tyler and Community Health Core, is urging residents to participate in a crucial health survey. The survey aims to gather valuable insights into the community’s health preferences, asContinue Reading
Staff Reports The first week of Christmas in Jefferson is in the books, but there’s still plenty of activities for the holiday season ahead. The Historic Jefferson Foundation’s Candlelight Tour of Homes continues this Thursday, Friday and Saturday with four historic homes open for tour. Tickets are $30 and canContinue Reading