MANCHESTER, NH—Amber Worley of Avinger has been named to Southern New Hampshire University’s (SNHU) Summer 2023 President’s List. The summer terms run from May to August. Full-time undergraduate students who have earned a minimum grade-point average of 3.700 and above for the reporting term are named to the President’s List.Continue Reading
Hundreds of new laws go into effect A total of 774 new laws went into effect on Sept. 1, affecting Texans in many areas of their lives, the Austin American-Statesman reported. The new laws concern property taxes, registration fees and voting access, among other issues. Several have drawn court challengesContinue Reading
These students were chosen as Students of the Month for August at Jefferson Elementary School. They were chosen for exhibiting trustworthiness, respect, caring, citizenship, responsibility, and fairness. Continue Reading
Devin Mathis/Contributing Writer/Coach 7th grade Lost 14-6 with a great passing TD from Cameron Thompson to Collin Hawkins. 8th Grade Won 20-0 with a great defensive shutout. Scores were Kayden Grigsby 1 Rushing TD & a 2 point conversion , Demetrius Carr 1 Rushing TD, & Braiden Ventimiglia 1 RushingContinue Reading
Demolition work on bridge set for night of Sunday, September 10 “The southbound lanes will be taken down piece by piece and then new lanes will be built. As that work is being done, US 59 traffic will continue to use the northbound lanes over Interstate 20 and be restrictedContinue Reading
Notice is hereby given that a special meeting of the Pine Harbor Owners’ Association will be held on Saturday, September 9, 2023, at 10:00 am at the Pine Harbor Owners’ Association Office, 150 Whispering Pines Rd, Jefferson TX 75657, at which time the subjects to be considered or upon whichContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County Commissioners approved a 2023 tax rate of 0.5222938 for 2023 and gave final approval to the 2024 budget during Monday mornings regular meeting. The tax rate is lower than the 2022 rate, but will generate more revenue due to higher appraisal values andContinue Reading
City proposes budget V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute The Jefferson City Council took a final stab at balancing the 2023-24 City Budget Tuesday night, making an additional $379,500 in cuts. The City is still proposing a deficit budget of $433,000 which they plan on drawing from savings if needed.Continue Reading
Staff Reports Three Jefferson High School students were recently recognized in the College Board National Recognition Programs. Michelle Brady, Miles Mullen, and I’tasia Rainge were all received the academic honor. “We’re thrilled to celebrate our students and recognize them for the great work they’ve been doing,” said JHS Principal JerryContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates Save the Date Cap & Gowns Parents of the Class of 2024, it’s time to order Caps and Gowns for graduation. See the Jefferson ISD FaceBook page for more details. VFW Fish Fry The Jefferson Veterans of Foreign Wars will resume their monthly Fish Fry on Saturday,Continue Reading
Work on the dock at the Pine Harbor boat ramp is progressing as members of the community have come together to restore the dock and start revitalizing the neighborhood. While a board voted to dissolve the association in July, residents have come together to reverse that decision. A recap ofContinue Reading
Gary Borders/Contributing Writer Texans asked to conserve energy in heat wave The agency that operates the power grid for much of the state asked Texans to conserve energy use several times last week as the grid was beset with high demand and low wind-power generation, according to the Austin American-Statesman. TheContinue Reading
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur is leaving the countywide burn ban in place despite Sunday nights’ rainfall. “While I’m extremely grateful for last nights rain, there wasn’t enough to justify lifting the ban,” LaFleur said. The county has gone almost two months without any significant rainfall and remains in theContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates Save the Date Car Seats Jefferson Police Department has partnered with TxDOT to provide a limited number of car seats, professional installation, and education courses in the near future. The event was originally scheduled for August 26, but has been temporarily cancelled. The car seats, installation andContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute A potential increase to end-customer water bills has kept residents concerned following the announcement by Northeast Texas Municipal Water District (NTMWD) of their planned 75% increase in wholesale rates to the City starting in October. Many local residents and businesses have been concerned that theirContinue Reading
Budget cuts still needed for 2023-24 V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson City Council’s marathon meeting last Monday continued after a short recess following a contentious water discussion (see story above), to address a request by 1852 on Austin owner David Echols to allow a metal storage building to stayContinue Reading
V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute Jeeps of all ages and sizes will be jumping into downtown this weekend for the first Jefferson Jeep Jam. The event will start at 5:30p in front of the Jefferson General Store on Friday and then have a 40-mile ride around the area. “ThisContinue Reading
J. Bruce Bugg Jr./Chair, Texas Transportation Commission The star on the Texas flag somehow seems to shine a little brighter every year as more and more people move to Texas to find a thriving economy and a better quality of life. While that growth is wonderful to see, it doesContinue Reading
STAAR scores show continued struggles in math, reading Texas public student scores in standardized testing continue to improve since the pandemic, but more than half of those taking the test still struggle with math and just under half read below grade-level, the Texas Tribune reported. Students in grades three through eight tookContinue Reading
Press Release TYLER, Texas – A Jefferson, Texas man has been convicted of federal sex trafficking violations in the Eastern District of Texas, announced U.S. Attorney Damien M. Diggs today. Corey Johnson, 40, pleaded guilty to one count of conspiracy to commit sex trafficking today before U.S. Magistrate Judge K.Continue Reading