Isolated showers or thunderstorms may occur this evening and overnight, particularly south of the Interstate 20 corridor. Otherwise, expect overnight lows to drop into the low to mid-70s under partly to mostly cloudy skies.Continue Reading

Activity Log 8/28/2024 6a-6p  •06:01 ems, w laurel ln, lift assist only, mims ems  •07:27 reckless driver, fm 729/3 way grocery, unable to locate •07:30 abandoned vehicle, hwy 155/County line, vehicle towed from roadway.  •07:40 suspicious person, hwy 59/vfw building, hitchhiker, courtesy ride given to marshall •09:15 ems, st hwyContinue Reading

Expect another mild night across the region, with overnight temperatures dipping into the mid-70s. There is a chance of isolated showers or thunderstorms, particularly south of Interstate 20, during the evening and overnight hours.Continue Reading

Dispatch Date:  08/27/2024    Shift:  6a-6p •6:41, 2-vehicle accident @ Hwy 59, DPS/JPD/MCSO/Wrecker service •10:33, Theft @ FM 1968, Deputy report taken •10:40, EMS @ N Polk, CEMS •11:00, EMS @ Glenview Dr, MEMS transported •11:20, EMS @ Quail Run Rd, CEMS •11:21, EMS @ Terry Dr, CEMS •12:06, Railroad Issue @ 49W/59,Continue Reading

Another warm night is anticipated, with low temperatures settling in the 70s under partly cloudy skies. Hot weather will persist on Wednesday, along with a chance of rain in some parts of the region.Continue Reading

Dispatch Date:  08/26/2024    Shift:  6a-6p •5:54, Burglar Alarm @ Hideaway Rd, Deputy checked-all secure •9:14, EMS @ Samples Rd, MEMS •9:44, Criminal Trespass @ MCR 3416, Deputy/Game Warden handled •10:47, EMS @ Wesley, CEMS •13:17, EMS @ FM 729, MEMS •13:21, EMS @ S Line, CEMS •13:42, EMS @ W Clay, CEMSContinue 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

City of Jefferson

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 of Jefferson

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

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