Mark Allen Caddo Lake: The pre-spawn bite has really been going great right now. We have been boating about 25 bass in a half-day guided trip. Some of the best baits for us have been the “pro swimmer” by big bite baits, along with a couple of “special” square billContinue Reading

Staff Reports Lady Dawg basketball players were named to the 16AAA All District teams this year during the recent district meeting. The MVP spot was split between Jefferson’s Kristen Thomas and Aundrea Bradley of Tatum. The 6th Man of the Year went to Keinsya Wallace of Jefferson 1st All DistrictContinue Reading

Jefferson Junior High boys and girls track teams finished well at the recent Gladewater Track meet. The 7th grade girls finished in 6th place overall, with: The 8th grade girls team finished in 2nd place overall with:  JJHS boys had similar results with: Jimplecute photosby Laura ALlenContinue Reading

JHS Trac The JHS boys track team placed 4th as a team in the Pittsburg track meet.  4×200 – 1st Place- Ethan Maxwell, Josh Bittle, Ameron Bruce, Tre Moss Anthony Flenoury- 1st place High Jump, 3rd Place Long Jump Ameron Bruce- 1st Place Triple Jump, 2nd Place High Jump, 1stContinue Reading

AUSTIN – The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department (TPWD) is taking public comment until March 27 to the following proposed changes to the 2024-2025 Statewide Hunting and Migratory Game Bird proclamations: Migratory Game Bird Regulations Zones. •     Extend the regular goose season for light geese to 19 days in the easternContinue Reading

In last Friday’s outing, the Tatum Eagles overwhelmed the Jefferson Bulldogs, 63-31, for the District Championship. The Bulldogs faced off against New Diana Eagles for a non-league outing on Tuesday, February 20, outscoring New Diana in almost every quarter. The Bulldogs kept a slight lead ending the game 51-59.  The Bulldogs now own aContinue Reading

Election Dates Filings Meetings School Dates Pancakes First Methodist Church will hold their annual Pancake Supper from 5-7p Monday, February 12, at the church. Adults $10, Children under 12 $5. Dine In or Take Out. 903-665-3268  VDay Breakfast Women of Jefferson will hold their Annual Valentine’s Breakfast from 7-10a FebruaryContinue Reading

Staff Reports Three Marion County 4-H’ers completed last weekend in Carthage at the District 5 4-H indoor archery competition bringing home ribbons for their achievement. Winners included: NASP Class, 1st year Intermediate: Levi Cherry (2nd), Montgomery Mabus (3rd) NASP Class, 1st year Junior Div.: Cole Cherry (8th)Continue Reading

Staff Reports The Jefferson Golf Team finished 1st at the East Texas Charter School tournament held at Alpine last weekend. Luke Gibbons placed first with a 78 and Will Fratangelo placed 2nd with an 85. On January 31, the golf team placed 2nd as a team at Wood Hollow. LukeContinue Reading

Staff Reports The Lady dogs softball team got their first win of the season in a scrimmage against Harleton this week 28-7. “It is only the beginning, but we are constantly working hard,” said Coach Hannah Welch. “Come support these ladies if you have the chance this season.” The nextContinue Reading

V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute The Jefferson Lady Bulldogs have done it again and are headed towards the State Playoffs. Tuesday night’s defeat of West Rusk 65-48 cinched beginning of the ladies playoff run. “The game against Arp [today] will wrap-up district for us,” said Girls Athletic Director andContinue Reading

Jimplecute photos by Laura Allen The Jefferson Bulldogs soundly defeated Waskom Wildcats on Monday night 77-59. They also defeated West Rusk Tuesday night 60-42. The Dawgs are 21-5 and 8-1 in District play with the win. They have three games remaining this season before the playoffs, facing Arp tonight, TatumContinue Reading