US national weather service
Lows in the upper 60’s and low to mid 70’s overnight before another warm afternoon tomorrow, with highs approaching the triple digits once again.Continue Reading
Jefferson Bulldogs Announce 2024-2025 Team Captains
The Jefferson Bulldogs have announced their team captains for the upcoming 2024-2025 football season. These athletes were selected by their peers for their leadership and dedication, exemplifying the qualities needed to guide the team through the season.Continue Reading
Marion county sheriff department activity report for August 23, 2024
DISPATCH 8/23/24 SHIFT 6AM – 6PM •6:27 CAUTION @ HWY 155/FM 729, NOTIFIED OF A CONTROLLED BURN •10:47 SECURITY CK @ MACEDONIA CHURCH AND FROUI ST, JPD •10:02 EMS @ E. BENNER ST, CEMS RESPONDED •10:05 TRAFFIC HAZARD @ 43 NORTH FROM MARSHALL, DEPUTY RESPONDED UNABLE TO LOCATE •10:26 CRIMINAL TRESPASS @Continue Reading
Back to the Gridiron
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
City tables tax rate decision
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute The City is closing in on a final budget, but delayed proposing a 2024 Tax Rate until Monday during last Monday’s budget workshop. Marion County Tax Assessor Collector Karen Jones was on hand to present the Benchmark rates and answer any questions, of which CouncilContinue Reading
City may get $6M grant
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute While Council is focused on finding a way to balance and fund the 2024-25 budget, the city received notification they have passed the initial phases of a Texas Water Development Board grant and have been invited to submit an application for their Water Loss MitigationContinue Reading
Our Town Aug. 23-29
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
The Humble Donut
Rick Smith/Columnist Val Lou looked at Cousin Gary like he had come unhinged when he made an unthinkable announcement at the breakfast table. “Say again!” she replied. He blinked, wondering what he had said that earned him a look that registered somewhere between amusement and disdain. “I think Krispy KremeContinue Reading
Weekly Horoscopes
Created by Shangri La Tarot, Astrology, Reiki, 111 Austin Street, 469-994-2295 As we move through the final days of August, the end of Mercury retrograde on the 28th brings a welcome shift in energy. This period, often associated with delays, miscommunications, and technical hiccups, is finally coming to a close.Continue Reading
Rotary delivers supplies
Staff Reports Rotarians prepare for the new school year by donating items to the schools for the children. When we reached out to see what the needs were at each campus, we got a list of items that would be very helpful and unique to each campus. We reached outContinue Reading
Food: The Deserving Teacher
Chef Hunter Lee/Columnist Let’s get shakin!!! Let me start by saying as an adult I realize any teacher that had the misfortune of having me in his or her class deserves a medal and an apology, not a cupcake or dessert. I was a more a nightmare than teacher’s pet.Continue Reading
A Pride of Lions
On Monday August 12 Avinger Area Lion’s Club installed there officer’s for 24_25 Year they are president Mary Spearmon Vice president Betty Hicks,2 Vice president Margaret Cryder, Treasurer Sandy Dudley, Membership chair and tail twister Ermon Montgomery, Secretary Elaine Moulton and media specialist,not pictured is Wendy Vaughn Continue Reading
Summer Graduates
The following area students received degrees during the 2024 Summer semester at Sam Houston State University. Joshua Whitaker, of Avinger, received his Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, graduating Cum Laude.Continue Reading
Cross Country of to fast start
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
Varsity digs for 3rd in Big Sandy tourney
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
Woofstock calls for volunteers and reveals Buddy’s Run to the rescue map
Buddy’s Run to the Rescue Map is now available. Registration for Buddy’s Race and Run to the Rescue is open on runsignup.com. As the Woofstock Event approaches, this is an excellent opportunity to support the rescue and care of stray and abandoned animals in Marion County. Participants can join theContinue Reading
Masquerade Sneaker Ball in Downtown Jefferson, TX – August 24th
On August 24th, the Jeffersonian Club and A & M Catering will host a Masquerade Sneaker Ball at the Jefferson Transportation Building in downtown Jefferson, TX. This adult-themed event will feature a red-carpet entrance, with contests for Most Unique Mask, Best Dressed Couple, and Most Unique Sneakers. Doors will openContinue Reading
US national weather service August 23rd
Highs today will see low to mid 90s under some clouds in east TX and several upper 90s along & east of I-49. A warm front shifts the winds to E/SE at 5-15 mph with our Heat Indices back into triple digit territory. Light NW flow aloft may bring aContinue Reading
Backpack donations reach JPS kindergarten
KMHT made a donation of backpacks and school supplies for our JPS kindergartners. These supplies going to the 2024/2025 school year are a welcome addition to what students need.Continue Reading
Marion county sheriff department activity report for August 22, 2024
DISPATCH 8/22/2024 DAY SHIFT 6AM-6PM •6:30 TRAFFIC HAZARD @ HWY 49/NEAR RR CROSSING, JPD RESPONDED, JISD BUS TOWED TO BARN •7:55 REPO @ SOUTH LINE ST, NOTIFIED BY RECOVERY COMPANY •8:20 WELFARE CK @ 1629 FM 1969, DEPUTIES AND MEMS RESOPNDED 1 TAKEN TO CHRISTUS HOSPITAL MARSHALL, FAMILY TO MEETContinue Reading