Voters approve Marion County Assistance District
2021-11-03
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County residents approved the creation of the Marion County Assistance District and the addition of a 1.5% sales and use tax in the county 324-247. Early voting results had the District being approved by 7%, a margin which increased as results came in, eventuallyContinue Reading
Solomon bids farewell after 24 years service
2021-11-03
Austin Lewter/Jefferson Jimplecute After 24 years of public service, Marion County Auditor Shanna Solomon turned in her keys last month. “It is bittersweet,” Solomom said. “The people I’ve worked with have been great. I have made lifelong friendships along the way.” Her last day was October 22. Solomon says sheContinue Reading
Garden of the Month
2021-11-03
The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club has chosen Michelle Otstott’s garden for the month of November. On Henderson Street look over the picket fence to be surprised at the flowers of many colors – Purple Shield, Esperanza, English Daisy Topiary, Mums and Peppers.Continue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
2021-11-03
History, Haunts & Legends History, Haunts & Legends, will kick off at 8pm Friday at the Jefferson Visitor’s Center. For tickets and more information, call Jodi Breckenridge at 903-601-3375. Bingo! November 6 is Bingo Night and BBQ at the Jefferson Carnegie Library, 301 W. Lafayette. For more information, 903-665-8911. AvingerContinue Reading
Free Entrance to Texas State Parks Nov. 14 in Honor of Veterans Day
2021-11-03
In honor of both active and retired military, daily entrance fees at Texas State Parks will be waived for all day-use visitors Sunday, November 14. “The dedication, sacrifice and service displayed by the women and men that serve in our country’s military is unparalleled and is a source of prideContinue Reading
Mrs. Morgan’s class shares a piece of Mexico with JES
2021-11-03
Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a celebration of life and death. On the 1st and 2nd of November, millions of Mexican families come together to make food and create ofrendas, or altars, to remember and show respect to their loved ones who have passed. ThisContinue Reading
Marion County Assistance District Approved
2021-11-02
Marion County residents approved the creation of the Marion County Assistance District and the addition of a 1.5% sales and use tax 324-247. Early voting results had the District being approved by 7%, a margin which increased as results came in, eventually finishing up at 13.48%. “This is about MarionContinue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
2021-11-01
VFW Fish Fry The Monthly 1st Saturday Fish Fry at the VFW is next weekend, November 7, from 11a-2p at the VFW bulding on US 59. Plate includes Fried Fish, Fries, coleslaw, beans, and a drink for a $10 donation. Desserts are available for a $1 donation. Dine in orContinue Reading
Trash time change set for January 1
2021-11-01
“The times they are a changing” to dispose of solid waste in Precinct 3 starting January 1. Marion County Commissioners approved the hours of operation of the solid waste dump at Precinct 3 during Monday’s regular meeting. The new hours only affect Precinct 3 Saturday operating hours. The new hoursContinue Reading
Donnie Smith
2021-11-01
Memorial services for Donnie Smith, 63 of Jefferson have been scheduled for 2:00 P.M. Sunday October 24, 2021 at Autry’s Carroll-Lehr Funeral Home with Rev. Kern Railsback officiating. Donnie passed away Tuesday evening October 12, 2021 in Athens. He was born April 17, 1958 in Carthage to the late JamesContinue Reading
JISD Honor Rolls 1st 9 Weeks
2021-10-29
1st Grade All “A” Temperance Anderson, Marisol Aveja, Cash Benedict, Kinslee Byrd, Zacharias Campos-Sorrells, Bolden Carter, Kenzlie Collins, Aynslee Danvers, Kriya Desai, Alexis Durden, Caydence Galeazzi, O’Brylen Goynes, Kash Grigsby, Rorie Haskins, Caleb Henry, Joli Hickman, McKenzi Holt, King Irving, Jason Keasler, JaQuan King, Emma Lemmon, Charley McClain, Brentlee McCormick,Continue Reading
November 2 Election Sample Ballots
2021-10-29
Below are sample copies of the Marion County ballots for the November 2, 2021, election. The ballots are for all precincts EXCEPT those located inside the city limits of the City of Jefferson. City of Jefferson precinct ballots NLY contain the State of Texas Constitutional Ammendments. The Special Election sectionContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – Oct. 24 – Oct. 30, 2021
2021-10-24
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to AR State Line, reconstructing and widening highway. Motorists should watch for trucks and equipment pulling onto the interstate SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, bridge replacement. Traffic restricted to one lane with signal lightsContinue Reading
Community mourns a legacy of service
2021-10-23
Staff Reports/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson lost another pillar of the community last Friday with the passing of Jessie Mae Walker. This week past and current city and county officials along with other members of the community provided their reflections on her impact on the community. Their words tell her story betterContinue Reading
New business finds a niche in Jefferson
2021-10-23
Austin Lewter/Jefferson Jimplecute Another new business has found a home in downtown Jefferson and owners say they have been welcomed with open arms. The Jefferson Flower Market opened its doors on June 1 and were welcomed to the membership of the Marion County Chamber of Commerce earlier this month. “ItContinue Reading
Town Halls set for upcoming Council meetings
2021-10-23
Jefferson Mayor Rob Baker opened Jefferson’s regular City Council meeting with a moment of silence for Jefferson resident Jessie Mae Walker who passed away this week. Walker was a “very distinguished, very well respected member of our community,” said Baker. “She had a voice and she used it, kind ofContinue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
2021-10-23
‘Share & Sale’ set for Saturday SouthSide Chapel will have a fund raiser for the church and possibly You on Saturday, Octoberx 23. There will be four opportunities for anyone to participate: Guest Vendors will have a booths providing some early Christmas shopping! There will be free give-away of toiletriesContinue Reading
Jerry L. Lynn, Sr.
2021-10-23
February 11, 1946-September 26, 2021 Jerry L. Lynn Sr. was born on February 11, 1946 in Marshall, Texas. He passed away on September 26, 2021 in Kingwood, Texas. He is preceeded in death by his parents, Marshall W. Lynn and Lois Lynn. Jerry is survived by his wife of 58Continue Reading