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
Courtesy Photos Staff Reports Congratulations to Avery Ephraim for placing 4th and earning a medal at Saturday’s Cross Country meet at Gilmer. All of these young ladies and young men represented Jefferson well in Gilmer on Saturday! They were looking for improvements in how to compete each week and eachContinue Reading
The Jefferson Bulldogs started showing their potential last Friday in their scrimmage against Spring Hill at W.F. Lockett Stadium. The Dawgs have one more scrimmage left this season against Tyler Grace at 7p Thursday in Tyler. The official season kicks off next Thursday against Leonard. The Dawgs will play atContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates Watermelon Fest The United Christian Alliance will host a Watermelon Festival starting at 6p August 24, at Mt. Ira Baptist Church, 1109 North Street, Jefferson. There will be food, games for all ages, arts, crafts, bounce houses, face painting and prize giveaways. The event is free andContinue Reading
Staff Reports Congratulations to the team of Vanesa Bautista and Avery Ephraim for earning 2nd place at the Cross Country Relay meet hosted by Elysian Fields at the Marshall City Arena last Friday. The Bulldog Cross Country team will participate in the Gilmer Buckeye Invitational Cross Country meet on SaturdayContinue Reading
Staff Reports Jefferson volleyball started off their season with a 3rd place win in the Big Sandy tournament last week. The Lady Dawgs split day 1 with a win over Union Hill (25-12, 25-18) and a loss to Quitman (23-25, 18-25). Kourtlyn Dowell led with 5 kills and 2 acesContinue Reading
Meetings School Dates • Scrimmage at Tyler Grace, Aug. 22 Bible Study Cumberland Presbyterian Church is hosting a weekly bible study every Wednesday night. The evening starts with a 6p supper, and bible study from 6:30-7:30p led by Shane Shaddix. All are welcome. The group is currently starting Book ofContinue Reading
