JEDCO partially punts historic photo signs to others
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute The Jefferson Economic Development Corporation decided to only partially commit to funding a new tourism and history attraction, proposed by Bob Thomas for the Jefferson Tourism and Visitor’s Bureau, and indicated other entities and individuals should pay for the project. “Have any of [the otherContinue Reading
October Marriage Licenses
The Marion County Clerk issues marriages licenses to the following applicants in October 2021: Youngblood, Charlie Dean and McMillan, Rhonda L. Bruner, James Michael and Strobel, Kimberly Dawn Boettjer, David Allen and Sparks, Carrie Ann Reyno, Reily Chase and Starr, Madisen McKenzy Mitchell, Turahn Marice and Maxwell, Cheyenne Leigh Bickham,Continue Reading
Tourism Board gears up for the holidays
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Christmas preparations are in full swing for the Jefferson Convention & Visitors Bureau Board as they hosted KTBS this week to do the preliminary filming on the City’s Annual Christmas show. The show will air on November 17 on the Shreveport ABC affiliate. Filming tookContinue Reading
Marking 25 years in Texas, SouthWest Water Company to do business statewide as Texas Water Utilities
Today, SouthWest Water Company (SWWC)—the second largest private water and wastewater utility company in Texas—will begin doing business in the Lone Star State as Texas Water Utilities (TWU). The business unit will continue to oversee operations of the systems currently named Midway Water Utilities, Inc.; Monarch Utilities I L.P.; HornsbyContinue Reading
Center dedicated to training community journalists
Staff Report/Jefferson Jimplecute STEPHENVILLE, Texas — The Texas Center for Community Journalism (TCCJ), based at Tarleton State University, will once again offer face-to-face instruction and professional development opportunities for community journalists throughout the state. The upcoming Nov. 18 “Eye on Design” workshop sold out within 24 hours, a TCCJ record,Continue Reading
JCA Bell Choir performs in Ohio
Sarah Gale/Jefferson Jimplecute Ready to end the semester on a positive note? The bell choir of Jefferson Christian Academy did just that at RingFest 2021 in Toledo, Ohio. The festival hosted thirteen bell choirs from different Adventist academies across the nation, including JCA for the past several years. The studentsContinue Reading
MSO to offer ‘American Landscapes’ in Jefferson
The Marshall Symphony Orchestra will perform a free concert in Jefferson, sponsored by Cumberland Presbyterian Church, called American Landscapes. The concert takes place at 3 pm, Sunday, November 21, at the church, following a series concert performance of the same program the previous evening in Marshall. The concertContinue Reading
Sandra Sue (Gordon) Schustereit
May 9, 1940 ~ November 4, 2021 Funeral services for Mrs. Sandra Sue Schustereit, 81, of Jefferson will be held 11:00 A.M. Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Mims Chapel United Methodist Church of Avinger with Pastor Jill Krone officiating. Interment will follow at Mims Chapel Cemetery under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home.Continue Reading
Voters approve Marion County Assistance District
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County residents approved the creation of the Marion County Assistance District and the addition of a 1.5% sales and use tax in the county 324-247. Early voting results had the District being approved by 7%, a margin which increased as results came in, eventuallyContinue Reading
Solomon bids farewell after 24 years service
Austin Lewter/Jefferson Jimplecute After 24 years of public service, Marion County Auditor Shanna Solomon turned in her keys last month. “It is bittersweet,” Solomom said. “The people I’ve worked with have been great. I have made lifelong friendships along the way.” Her last day was October 22. Solomon says sheContinue Reading
Garden of the Month
The Jessie Allen Wise Garden Club has chosen Michelle Otstott’s garden for the month of November. On Henderson Street look over the picket fence to be surprised at the flowers of many colors – Purple Shield, Esperanza, English Daisy Topiary, Mums and Peppers.Continue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
History, Haunts & Legends History, Haunts & Legends, will kick off at 8pm Friday at the Jefferson Visitor’s Center. For tickets and more information, call Jodi Breckenridge at 903-601-3375. Bingo! November 6 is Bingo Night and BBQ at the Jefferson Carnegie Library, 301 W. Lafayette. For more information, 903-665-8911. AvingerContinue Reading
Veterans: Your service makes ours possible
Jeffrey L. McIntyre/Contributing writer Each year on November 11, we honor military veterans—those in our communities who have served in the United States Armed Forces. Perhaps this year, you will partake in a Veterans Day parade, post something thoughtful to social media and even tell a Veteran you know “thankContinue Reading
Making a mess of our own nest
Glenn Melancon/Contributing writer Several years ago, we had a surprise visitor set up house on our porch. It was a barn swallow. We were excited to watch it create a new home out of mud. Our boys were still out home at the time, and they had a front row seatContinue Reading
Taylor’s story has strong Texas ties
Ken Bridges/Contributing writer War hero and president are how Zachary Taylor is usually remembered, if at all. Though obscure today, he was at one time one of the most famous figures in the country. A Texas resident for a time, “Old Rough and Ready,” as his troops affectionately called him,Continue Reading
What Shall I Do With Jesus Christ
Leroy Richardson/Local Minister Pilate, Roman governor, asked the question in Matthew 27:22 that very well could be the question of the ages. “What Shall I Do Then With Jesus Christ?” Many don’t want Jesus Christ in their Institutions Of Higher Learning. Some do not want Him in their Government locations. Some don’tContinue Reading
Terry Beth Sims Paredes
Terry Beth Sims Paredes, 71, passed away on October 23, 2021, in Longview, Texas. Terry Beth Sims Paredes was born on August 12, 1950 in Zwolle, LA, to John Lucas Sims and Angie Smith Sims. Terry spent her life always giving to others much more than she ever asked inContinue Reading