By Chris Paddie, HD9 Representative Last week saw another the marathon hearing in the State Affairs committee and the House passed its first bills of the session. Last week also represented the half-way point of the 87th Legislative Session. One of the first bills to pass in the House reflectsContinue Reading
Gilmer Police Department received a secure prescription drug disposal box from the Piney Woods Substance Abuse Coalition through a new partnership with the two organizations. “We are so happy to have this new resource to provide to the community,” said Gilmer Police Chief Mark Case. “When Gilmer residents are ableContinue Reading
Honor Roll students were recently named for the 3rd nine weeks of the current school year at Jefferson Elementary School: A Honor Roll 1st Grade: Sage Anderson, Keighan Benton, Skylar Biddy, William Carstens, Brayden Collins, Mileena Dandy, Addison Duck, Jayce Gober, Leevi Goynes, Paige Goynes, Aria Holzer, Gavin Johnson, LawsonContinue Reading
From Shannon Hensley, JISD BAND Director Well, this year has certainly provided its share of challenges and obstacles to overcome. Today, the Jefferson Bulldog Band attended their UIL region 4 concert and sight reading contest. While our stage rating fell a little short of superior, the progress made from thisContinue Reading
According to a press release issued by Marion County Sheriff David Capps, Patty Annette Vaughn,31, of Pine Harbor, was found deceased on Saturday near her home. On March 27, 2021 at approximately 4 p.m., Marion County Deputies conducted a welfare check at a residence located on Hide A Way Loop,Continue Reading
The Discover Jefferson & Marion County April-May-June edition has just been delivered to our offices!. We will be making the rounds this week to distribute them to BnB’s, businesses, and restaurants. The “Flip Book” version of the guide is also available here, for you to share or place on yourContinue 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 93 – Between Kennedy Lane and Meadow Lane, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacingContinue Reading
This year’s City-Wide Rummage Sale will be Thursday, April 1 thru Saturday April 3 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day sponsored by the Marion County Chamber of Commerce. This is a free event and open to local residents and business. “We will be putting out a map againContinue Reading
While it seems like every small town in East Texas has always had a First Baptist Church, there is a brief time when Jefferson didn’t have one. But a Saturday in March in 1855 changed all that. Originally organized as “Missionary Baptist Church” on Saturday, March 24, 1855, at UnionContinue Reading
At its quarterly meeting on March 18, 2021, the Carnegie Library Board elected new officers for the coming year. Tony Jones is the new President, Leah Cooper is the VP. Stacy Mills is the Secretary and Cathey Brannon is the Treasurer. The board also welcomed new board members, Victor PerotContinue Reading
The Jefferson Jimplecute is moving up in the world! The Jimplecute has been known as the 5th oldest newspaper in Texas for decades. Well, that’s not longer accurate. Now the Jimplecute is the 4th oldest newspaper in Texas. “I’d been wondering for several years if the paper’s ranking had changed,”Continue Reading
By Chris Paddie, HD9 Representative Last week, House committees continued working on several important pieces of legislation. I laid out several bills, including the Texas Small Business Recovery Act and several of the electric reform bills that I wrote about earlier this month. One of the bills that I laidContinue Reading
According to a press release issued by Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur, those who received a COVID-19 vaccine shot on March 4, will be able to get their 2nd shot on April 1. The shots will take place at the Jefferson Visitors Center, 305 E. Austin St., and each personContinue 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 93 – Between Kennedy Lane and Meadow Lane, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacingContinue Reading
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur announced Friday afternoon that Marion County will be receiving 500 Johnson & Johnson vaccines later in next week. This is the single-shot vaccine. LaFleur said to continue to watch for more information as it becomes available. Appointments will begin being taken as soon as theContinue Reading
Last Wednesday, March 10 officers of the Jefferson Police Department were invited to the home of Ms. Jessie Mae Walker for a thank you event. Ms. Walker hosted the event herself and said she wanted to thank the officers for assisting her during the recent winter storm. She served cakeContinue Reading
By V. Hugh Lewis II, Jimplecute Jacob Pattinson is Marion County’s newest Commissioner for Precinct 2. Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur appointed Pattison to fill the vacant seat created when Commissioner joe McKnight passed away in late January. “I’ve wanted to work in my hometown and so far Gods’ letContinue Reading
Staff Reports Tuesday’s City Council meeting rolled along quickly until the discussion turned to the sale of a 10 foot strip of Vale Street and revising the City’s Golf Cart Ordinance. “I am opposed to closing any street or portion of a street that is in active use,” said WardContinue Reading
Miata Madness bound for Jefferson A new tradition is set to begin in downtown Jefferson next weekend. Texas Bigfoot Conference founder Craig Woolheater is changing lanes and looking to launch a brand new annual event in downtown Jefferson— the March Miata Madness. The Texas Miata Roundup has been hosted inContinue Reading
By Austin Lewter, Jimplecute The Jefferson Bulldog baseball team has every chance to bounce back from adversity after an 0-2 start to district play. They fell to Troup in a 10-0 final on Tuesday. Beyond just losing on the scoreboard, the Bulldogs lost their starting pitcher, senior Trent Foster, toContinue Reading