Jennifer Middleton/Jefferson Jimplecute The Jefferson City Council swore in appointed Ward 2 Alderman Jamey Parsons and agreed to purchase new police car cameras during a special meeting Tuesday. Mayor Rob Baker swore in the city’s newest council member, who is continuing the term of Gary Amburn, who resigned the seatContinue Reading
Prentis Earl Smith, II, 42, of Marion County, was convicted of murder after a four day jury trial which ended on July 16, 2021. Smith was sentenced by the same jury that found him guilty to 75 years in prison. The victim, Frederick Wayne Thomas, 28, also of Marion County,Continue Reading
How to fill the secretary position continued to be a topic of discussion for the Jefferson Economic Development Corporation at Monday nights special meeting. The Board ultimately decided to elect the position of Secretary as per their bylaws, but will also consider budgeting to hire a secretary during their newContinue Reading
APL Rescheduled Animal Protection League has had to cancel their regular monthly visit to Jefferson on Monday due to several employees testing positive for COVID-19. They hope to return on August 16th. Texas Master Naturalists Class Planned The Cypress Basin Chapter of Texas Master Naturalists is beginning a new training class AugustContinue Reading
In the July 23, 2021, edition of the Jimplecute, it was reported that a new public parking lot was being constructed between Dallas, Lake, and Market streets. While this is correct, the manager of the property, Colt Johnson, wished to clarify it’s use when complete. He said the lot willContinue Reading
Marion County Commissioners will meet at 9 a.m. Monday and will discuss the items necessary to create the Marion County Assistance District and getting it on the November election ballot for resident approval. The district would impost a 2 cent sales tax on items sold in the county and thoseContinue Reading
The City of Jefferson is aware a number of people have mot received their Latest water bill, but hold they are still due on August 10. Mayor Rob Baker acknowledged that a number of bills have not been delivered by the Postal Service, even though they were mailed on timeContinue Reading
Friday, August 6, 2021: The Jefferson Lady Bulldogs WILL NOT be going to New Boston as originally scheduled, but WILL INSTEAD be hosting an Intrasquad Scrimmage at HOME beginning at 11:00 AM. Parents are welcome to attend. Tuesday, August 10, 2021 There will now be 3 games at HOME againstContinue Reading
Back to school shopping is a little easier on the pocketbook this weekend as Texas’ annual tax free weekend starts today and runs through midnight Sunday. Items included in the tax free weekend include things like backpacks, school uniforms, shoes, clothing, facemasks, socks, and school supplies, as long as theyContinue Reading
Marion County Commissioners will discuss the County’s 2021 Budget and tax rates during a special meeting at 9 a.m. Friday in the Commissioners Courtroom. Due to other conflicts, the Herald/Jimplecute will not be live for this meeting. If anyone is interested in assisting the Herald/Jimplecute in live streaming this meeting,Continue Reading
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas State Line, widening highway. Reconstructing and widening highway. Eastbound traffic moved to the outside lanes. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacing bridge. All traffic restricted to one lane with signal lights controllingContinue Reading
Following JEDCO’s inability to choose a board Secretary among their members during their meeting last week, they are returning to the subject in an attempt to outsource those duties. They have scheduled a Special Meeting at 5:30p.m. Monday, August 2, at the Jefferson Transportation Building. Queen Horse Bedding’s request fromContinue Reading
The Jefferson City Council will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at the Jefferson Transportation and Visitors Center to discuss the use of Non-Golf Cart Vehicles on city roads and receive public input. The issues was raised last year by Francene DePrez Rainey on how the city couldContinue Reading
Community Center, FUMC Jefferson locations eliminated following public hearing V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County Commissioners approved closing the Jefferson Community Center and the First United Methodist Church – Jefferson polling locations following a public hearing Wednesday morning. Less than 70 people voted at the Community Center inContinue Reading
The Jefferson Economic Development Corporation returned to monthly meetings after a two month hiatus due to City elections. Bob Thomas, owner of Delta Street Inn, gave a 20-minute presentation during public comment on the value of a strategic plan and how JEDCO and the City need to take it seriouslyContinue Reading
Marion County Commissioners continued the work of looking after their investment in county buildings by approving a contact with S&W Filter Service to change the air conditioner filters in all county owned buildings every 8 weeks. The service will cost the county $626 per time, but ensures basic maintenance isContinue Reading
Ariah Taylor is the first recipient of East Texas Performing Arts Katelyn Mutai Scholarship. Taylor was presented the award on Saturday at Riverport Barbeque. “First giving a thank you to God for this honor but secondly I would like to give a big thank you to Sara Whitaker, Jada Love,Continue Reading
Wedding Shower Ian Gale and Madison Ho are inviting their church family and the community to attend a couples shower at 5p.m. Sunday at the Jefferson Transportation Center. Football Practice Begins The JHS Football Team will formally begin practice at 8 a.m. Monday, August 2, 2021, at the High SchoolContinue Reading
July 11, 1959 ~ July 22, 2021 On Thursday, July 22, 2021 Robert James Webster, also known as “Rob” or “Hog Head”, left his earthly home in Lassater, Texas at the age of 62. Rob was born on July 11, 1959 in Clifton Springs, New York to Virgil Earl andContinue Reading
Texas Press, Capital Highlights The Texas Workforce Commission released June employment figures that showed Texas employers added nearly 56,000 jobs in June, while the unemployment rate dropped to 6.5%.“The Texas economy is booming,” Gov. Greg Abbott said in a statement. “Businesses are investing in the Lone Star State at a record paceContinue Reading