Rodeo The Becca Anderson Memorial Rodeo Queen Pageant is set for September 27-28 and now’s the time to sign up! Applications are now available by contacting Samantha at 940-386-4065 or Susan at 903-930-8920. More information is also available on their Facebook page @Becca Anderson Memorial Scholarship Program. NNO National NightContinue Reading
Jimplecute Photos by Laura Allen Jimplecute Photos by Laura Allen Kinsley Powell, center, was crowned 2024 JHS Homecoming Queen on September 20 before the start of the football game. She was escorted by Aiden Cooner. Also pictured are last year’s Queen Janiyah Ventimiglia (right), Bronx Johnson and Maelynn McGuire. Continue Reading
Courtesy Photo A volunteer works to hang banners around the Jefferson Livestock Association Arena (Hwy 49 East, just outside City Limits) in preparation for this weekend’s Becca Anderson Memorial Rodeo.Continue Reading
Staff Reports Last week, Jefferson’s varsity volleyball team defeated Big Sandy 3-1 (20-25, 25-19, 25-11, 25-21) in four sets. Top players for the game were: The Lady Dawgs will play New Diana in the District Opener on Friday at 4:30p. The Lady Dawgs are 2-12 for the season and NewContinue Reading
Staff Reports The Jefferson Bulldogs defeated the DeKalb Lions last week 36-28 in a hard-fought battle. The Dawgs ended the first quarter behind by 14 points, but recovered, leaving the score tied at halftime. They quickly took the lead in the 3rd and maintained it for the rest of theContinue Reading
The fifth annual Becca Anderson Memorial Rodeo is scheduled for September 27th & 28th, 7:30 pm nightly. The rodeo began in 2019 as a fundraiser for the scholarship program established in 2004 in Becca’s memory. The scholarship program continues to assist our local youth by providing funds towards dual creditContinue Reading
Staff Reports It was a one-sided first half as the Jefferson Bulldogs racked up points against the Newton Eagles. The first quarter and half of the second were dominated by Thimyus Taylor’s (#2) passing game to Chris Love (#3) causing Newton to be behind by 18 points before getting onContinue Reading
Staff Reports Tailgating before professional sporting events is the norm, and the Jefferson Athletic Booster Club is working to make it the norm here. The game against Newton last week kicked-off a series of six tailgating parties, all starting at 5p before each home game. The parties are open toContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson Lady Dawgs have dropped their last two non-tournament games, leaving them 1-12 for the season. 9/10 Lost vs Gilmer (0-3) Jefferson lost to Gilmer Tuesday evening 11-25, 20-25, 10-25. They played hard with Ava Phillips leading the Dawgs with 6 kills, 5 assists, and 2 digs. OtherContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates Tractor Show This weekend the Jefferson Antique Tractor Show will be in downtown on Saturday. Outdoorsman The 3rd Annual Outdoorsman Oasis will start at 5p Sept. 14 at the Jefferson Visitors and Convention Center. Guest speaker is Danny Tesseneer from Gardendale, Ala. The event is free andContinue Reading
Staff Reports Lady Bulldogs came up as 3rd place Silver Bracket Champs in the Hawkins Tournament last week. Thursday’s Pool Play brought three losses for the Dawgs: 0-2 vs Tyler Heat (17-25, 20-25), 2-1 vs Sabine (7-25, 25-16, 10-25), and 0-2 vs New Diana (12-25, 18-25). The ladies played weelContinue Reading
The Bulldog HS Cross Country team competed in Pittsburg on Thursday morning. Even we didn’t come away with any medals this week, we had strong showings from several runners. Vanesa Bautista returned to action this week after being sick and competed well. Jose Solorzano, Leland Combs, Aiden Corbett, Xavier BiddleContinue Reading
Staff Reports The Bulldogs know how to start a season off right. In last week’s season opener, playing in Melissa, Texas, the Dawgs blanked Leonard 41-0. Leonard finished last season with a 6-5 record overall, and 2-3 in district play and Jefferson was 7-3 overall and 4-1 in district. JeffersonContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates Farmers Market APL Animal Protection League will be in Jefferson at the corner of Henderson and Polk streets on September 9. They offer low cost vaccinations as a walk-in, and spay/neuter services by appointment. Vaccinations are available from 10a-2p. To schedule a spay/neuter appointment, call 903-440-4911 orContinue Reading
Great win for the Jefferson Bulldogs with a 41-0 victory over the Leonard Tigers! Big thanks to Melissa ISD for their hospitality and hosting.Continue Reading
Meetings School Dates APL Animal Protection League will be in Jefferson at the corner of Henderson and Polk streets on August 31, and September 9. They offer low cost vaccinations as a walk-in, and spay/neuter services by appointment. Vaccinations are available from 10a-2p. To schedule a spay/neuter appointment, call 903-440-4911Continue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson Athletic Director and Head Football Coach Ty Taylor announced this week the captains for the 2024 Varsity Football team. Seniors Kamran Williams, Chris Love, Thimyus Taylor and Daniel Smith will be leading the Dawgs on the field. The first game is 7:30p Thursday, August 30 against Leonard.Continue Reading
The JJHS football teams are hard at work during practice. Their first game is September 12.Continue Reading
