Rick Smith/Columnist Editor’s Note: This marks the start of a new weekly column by new Jeffersonian Rick Smith. He’s a rugged and resilient ol’ coot, characterized by toughness and a determination that has earned him the nickname The Kurnell. He lives to the left of our driveway atop our homestead,Continue Reading
April 27, 1942-February 19, 2024 A Mass of Christian Burial for Karen J. Cartier, 81 of Jefferson, Texas will be held on Saturday February 24, 2024, at 11am in The Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Jefferson, Texas with Father Isaac Oviedo officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home.Continue Reading
Baseball The Bulldogs were outplayed on Monday, and suffered a 13-3 loss to the Harleton Wildcats. Bulldogs are 1-2 as of Wednesday. Judsen Carter (#3), swings, but misses during the game againstt the Wildcats. Jimplecute photo by Laura Allen Girls Basketball The Lady Dawgs closed out their season following theirContinue Reading
Ralph Meisenheimer I am Ralph Meisenheimer Marion County Commissioner Precinct 3. I am a 5th generation Jeffersonian and proud to call Marion County home. I have had 21 years of County road experience. I have been a construction business owner for many years. I have held many credentials including CertifiedContinue Reading
The Jefferson Jimplecute recently contacted all of the Marion County GOP candidates in the March 5, 2024 Primary Election to hear what they had to say about the position they’re seeking. While all candidates were contacted, only these responded and agreed to be interviewed: The following, almost hour long videoContinue Reading
According to Coach Allen, tickets will need to be purchased online using the link below: https://www.winnsboroisd.org/page/online-tickets1 Come out and support your LADY DAWGS as they take on Winnsboro in the Area Round! GO LADY DAWGS!!!Continue Reading
Staff Reports Due to weather concerns for Monday afternoon, the activities scheduled for 2p have been relocated to Union Missionary Baptist Church, located at501 Houston Street. Event organizer Hollis Shadden said the forecast called for a 37 degree windchill around 2p Monday and felt it best to move the remembranceContinue Reading
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From Marion County Historical Commission R.D., Willie Mae Douglas remembered as fixtures in Marion County The Marion County Historical Commission contributed this report honoring the life and legacy of Dr. R.D. and Willie Mae Douglas. “In this East Texas town, back in 1950s and 60s, where black residents for theContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson’s Planning and Zoning Commission meeting saw multiple residents expressing concern during public comment over the lack of zoning inside the City. “I’m not anti-business,” said John Michael McConnell, “but we need zoning, and it needs to be done correctly.” Joe McDonnell raised the issue over the pendingContinue Reading
Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute In early 2023, the Marion County Health and Resource Coalition emerged as a beacon of hope, responding to the pressing need for accessible healthcare in the county. The coalition has achieved remarkable progress in less than a year. Will Thomas and Peg Brown-Walker went over the coalition’sContinue Reading
Election Dates Filings Meetings School Dates Pancakes First Methodist Church will hold their annual Pancake Supper from 5-7p Monday, February 12, at the church. Adults $10, Children under 12 $5. Dine In or Take Out. 903-665-3268 VDay Breakfast Women of Jefferson will hold their Annual Valentine’s Breakfast from 7-10a FebruaryContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson will take time to remember the loss of the Mittie Stephens and take a moment to celebrate the contributions of the Big Cypress Bayou to t he growth and wealth of Jefferson. Two events will take place on Monday. Starting at 2p at the Turning Basin parkContinue Reading
Congratulations to senior, Luis Gomez, for his auditioning and receiving a band scholarship in the amount of $3000 annually to Southern Arkansas University. Luis is a very hard worker and has served as the drum major for the Bulldog Band for the previous two years. Luis plans to study ComputerContinue Reading
JJHS 5th grade students recently competed at UIL and came home with results for their hard work. The following groups and individuals placed: Dictionary Skills: Team – 3rd place Individual – 5th place tie with Bryleigh Breckenridge & Hailey Warren Maps, Graphs, and Charts: Team: – 3rd place Individual –Continue Reading
Congratulations to these JHS students who earned their AMSA (American Meat Science Association) Culinary Meat Selection & Cookery Certification: Bryce Clark, Caroline Wilson, Kayleigh Snead, Brooke Burns, Dawson Harper, Raleigh Abercrombie, Keylan Burton, Savannah Beggs, Amirie Prior, and Alicia Carter.Continue Reading
Please join us as we congratulate Ian for being selected Student of the Week at CBAES. His continued diligence in doing the best in his work and his amiable disposition have earned him this award. Congratulations Ian!!!Continue Reading
The 2024 football schedule has been announced following the UIL realignment. This fall, the biggest change is Hughes Springs is no longer in the JISD district, but is replaced with Libery-Eylau. The Dawgs will play:Continue Reading
Paws and Claws on the Bayou Pet Parade will be Sunday February 11th starting at 1:30p before the children’s parade this year. Line-up at Austin and Walnut streets and then walk to Ron Atwood’s Gallery on Polk Street. There is no entry fee or preregistration this year, but they wantContinue Reading
Want to get involved in elections? Don’t know where to start? Sign up to help work the election polling locations! And get paid! Election workers are needed to assist the Marion County Elections Coordinator for the upcoming primary elections. Workers must be over the age of 18. Pay is $12Continue Reading