Memphis blues legend rocks new Jefferson venue
Atticus Upton Lewis/Jefferson Jimplecute Being in a rural East Texas town, access to blues and jazz artists is challenging to say the least. The few local bars and restaurants who put on jazz or blues shows in the surrounding area are all also 21 and up facilities, so that isContinue Reading
Karnack Family Dollar reopens after remodel
Staff Reports Dollar Tree, Inc.recently announced the grand re-opening of its Family Dollar store located in Karnack. The 8,353 square foot store re-opened on Thursday, September 2. In addition to providing everyday low prices, the renovated store will offer an even broader assortment of frozen and refrigerated food, a largeContinue Reading
3rd Annual Antique Tractor Show comes back to Jefferson
Jefferson’s streets will be closed to traffic to accommodate antique tractors, trucks and stationary engines Saturday, September 18, 2021. More than 100 tractors will be on show in downtown Jefferson. The event will also include Slow Tractor Race, Tractor Parade, Stationary and Working Exhibits and a Swap Meet. This isContinue Reading
Local church poised to receive donation from charter families’ foundation
The Shady Grove Missionary Baptist Church 1600 Shady Grove Road Jefferson Texas is positioned to receive a sizable donation, from the Gladys Gray Duffie Restoration and Beautification Foundation. When Mrs. Duffie the foundation namesake, residing in Dallas at the time; declared it a miracle from God when she wasContinue Reading
Citizen Action, Diversity Committee Meetings Postponed Due to COVID Concerns
Jefferson Mayor Rob Baker notified the Jimplecute today that the upcoming Citizen Action and Diversity Committee meetings will be postponed until further notice due to COVID-19 concerns being expressed by the Community. Baker said he would meet individually with the subcommittees established at the inaugural meetings last month, and wouldContinue Reading
County passes 21-22 budget
Marion County Commissioners held their annual longest meeting of the year as they held the required public hearings for the 2022 Budget, 2021 Tax Rates, continuing to fund the preservation and restoration of the Records Archive Plans for the County and District Clerks, and then adopting those items. County retireesContinue Reading
JEDCO okays $288K budget
JEDCO proposed a budget of $288,000 for the 2021-22 fiscal year during a special called meeting Monday night. The proposed budget, created by Board President Bubba Haggard, projects income at $288,000, which is an average of $24,000 per month. JEDCO is currently on target to finish the 2020-21 fiscal yearContinue Reading
Jefferson ISD: ‘face masks are optional’
JISD School Board decided to let parents and students make the call on whether or not to wear facemasks and gave employees five extra “local” days to help them navigate the COVID pandemic. “I believe that mandating masks for our kids is not necessarily the answer,” said Rachael Cooner duringContinue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
VFW Fish Fry The Monthly 1st Saturday Fish Fry at the VFW is this weekend from 11a-2p at the VFW bulding on US 59. Plate includes Fried Fish, Fries, coleslaw, beans, and a drink for a $10 donation. Desserts are available for a $1 donation. Dine in or Carry Out.Continue Reading
Artist opens storefront
By Austin Lewter A local photographer has opened a storefront in downtown Jefferson. The Marion County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Hollis Shadden Photography and Custom Framing to its official membership over the weekend with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. Shadden is a longtime Jefferson resident and former JPD Chief of PoliceContinue Reading
From The Left: Time to come home
By Glen Melanconn The United States Armed Forces have shown the world again that it is the best trained and equipped on the planet. In 2001, they went into Afghanistan to kill Osama Bin Laden and dismantle the 9/11 terror network. Long after their mission to kill Osama Bin LadenContinue Reading
Texas History Minute: The state’s first Chief Justice
By Ken Bridges He was the first chief justice of the state supreme court in Texas, and as such, he made Texas law into an instrument to be used by all people. John Hemphill was one of the first great legal minds to preside over a Texas court. Hemphill wasContinue Reading
Zoulene Joy Allison
September 14, 1925-August 25, 2021 Zoulene Joy Allison went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 25, 2021. She was born September 14, 1925 in Jefferson, Texas to the late A. M. and Minnie Lou Sewell. After graduating from Jefferson High School in Texas, sheContinue Reading
19th annual AHRMA Vintage National motorcross event comes back to Jefferson
Staff Reports Diamond Don’s 19th Annual AHRMA Vintage National Motocross will be held September 8-12, 2021 at Diamond Don RV Park & Event Center located one mile from Jefferson, Texas. The weekend will be full of motocross legends racing on old bikes, including several inductees to the Motorcycle Hall ofContinue Reading
A Moment With The Minister:Your Biggest Enemy!
By Alden Ho, Wheel Salt Ministries Many believe he’s merely a mythical figure, but the Bible says that he is very real and that he is determined to deceive you and destroy your life. Indeed, this brilliant but cruel mastermind is so much more than what you have been told.Continue Reading
Inaugural Pioneer Days this weekend
By Marcia Thomas Special to the Jimplecute Don’t be surprised if you feel you’re in a different century in Jefferson this weekend because it will be “back to the earliest days” as the community showcases a first-ever Pioneer Days Festival, Sept. 4- 6. Founded as a project of the OperaContinue Reading
Schedule of Events For Pioneer Days
SATURDAY, SEPT. 4 • PARADE, all horseback, wagon or walking in period costume Stick-horse for kids permitted with prior registration. A Trophy and a prize given to most authentic costume! FREE! • COUNTRY SONGS with Ann Leslie will be at he Otstott Gazebo beginning 12-12:30 pm FREE! • HISTORICALContinue Reading
DPS Encourages Safety for Labor Day Holiday
AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) encourages everyone to drive safely as they celebrate the unofficial end of summer during the long Labor Day weekend. The Texas Highway Patrol will be increasing enforcement from Sept. 3 through Sept. 6, looking for people not wearing their seat belts,Continue Reading
Council okays $4.4 million city budget
Jennifer Perry Middleton/Jefferson Jimplecute During a special meeting Tuesday, the Jefferson City Council approved the 2021-22 proposed tax rate and budget. Mayor Rob Baker proposed the city freeze the current rate at .45000 and not increase taxes. Karen Jones, Marion County tax assessor-collector explained that the certified tax appraisal rollContinue Reading