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Jimplecute photo by Laura Allen Jefferson Coach Jeff Welch sponsored “Meet me at the Pole” at the high school again this year. The regular event allows students to gather at the flag pole before school starts for a moment of prayer.Continue Reading

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Jefferson’s Varsity Volleyball team (12-18) had split results this week as they faced off against West Rusk and Elysian Fields. The West Rusk Raiders lived up to their names last Friday defeating the Bulldogs 12-25, 21-25, and 14-25 in district play.  But the Lady Dawgs fought back hard against ElysianContinue Reading

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Texas State Technical College recently welcomed 11 visiting seniors from Jefferson High School in Jefferson, Texas, to the Marshall campus. The students were divided into two groups and given an extensive tour of the campus and all of the programs it has to offer. Students from Jefferson High School haveContinue Reading

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Cypress Bend Adventist Elementary School selects a Student of the Week throughout the school year.  In September, the school has named Elyse Keller as their first student of the week for September 8. She represented the best character, showing kindness, politeness, and compassion towards others. She showed that she trulyContinue Reading

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Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur officially lifted the county-wide burn ban at 9a Monday, September 25. The rain received over the weekend provided enough relief to lift the ban, which has been in effect for over a month. LaFleur still urged individuals who are burning to provide extreme care andContinue Reading

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Members of the JHS band, Colorguard, and Strutters went to North Western State University last weekend to participate in Youth Performers Day. They were able to perform with 50 students from other schools and the NWSU band during halftime.Continue Reading

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Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur and Americans for Prosperity Legislative Director Sam Sheets talked about the new $18 billion in property tax relief set to go into effect this  year during a Lunch & Learn on Wednesday at 182 on Austin sponsored by AFP.Continue Reading

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V Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Tuesday night’s City Council meeting was more discussion than actual action, but those discussions were rife with council members expressing their views. Ward 3 Alderman Robin Moore led off the evening by stating that she would be abstaining and “not voting on building permits untilContinue Reading

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Staff Reports The Marion County Chamber of Commerce recently announced three new members to their Board of Directors. Board members are elected by the Chamber membership. Zack Baldwin joins the Board this month. According to his profile, Baldwin is a proud Eagle Scout, native of Jefferson, and graduate of JeffersonContinue Reading

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Meetings School Dates PAACC Meets The Pyland African American Cemetery Charter (PAACC) will hold it’s Annual Board of Directors meeting Saturday, September 23, 2023, 11:00 a.m. at Pyland Cemetery. The Public is welcome. Contact us @ www.thepaacc.org Poinsettias The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club is pre-ordering Poinsettias for the Christmas Holidays. Plants are $18 each this yearContinue Reading

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Staff Reports Do you have stuff collecting dust in your attic, garage, spare bedroom, or shed? Well, next weekend you get your chance to de-clutter and, hopefully, move your extra stuff to someone else’s house as the fall Citywide Rummage Sale, sponsored by the Marion County Chamber of Commerce kicksContinue Reading

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Staff Reports The Marion County Resource Coalition is seeking volunteers to join their board of directors.  “We are excited to announce an opportunity for passionate individuals to join our esteemed organization’s Board of Directors. Serving on our board is a unique chance to make a significant impact on our missionContinue Reading

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Staff Reports The Jefferson Bulldogs  routed the host Hughes Springs Mustangs, 64-0 in last Thursday’s non-league bout and KYKX Game of the Week. Kamran Williams (#5), Jeramaine Hopkins (#24), Alexzavieor Pryor (#53), and Christian McCoy (#12) were named Players of the Game. Judsen Carter was also awared the KYXK PlayerContinue Reading

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There’s a new Ranger in Town. Ranger Lane is the new park interpreter at Caddo Lake State Park. Ranger Lane comes to Caddo from Ray Roberts Lake State Park Isle du Bois – Texas Parks and Wildlife. He enjoys hiking, birding, and getting people excited about nature. Make sure toContinue Reading

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Rotary Club of Jefferson honored Luis Gomez with Student of the Month. Luis was chosen because of his leadership skills and his outstanding workmanship in school. He is a member of the Jefferson Bulldogs; he is the Jefferson Drum Major; participates in Drama/One Act plays; has attended Texas Boy State;Continue Reading