Financial tips for the self-employed
Joey Romano/ Edward Jones Have you recently become self-employed, or are you thinking of doing so in the near future? If so, how can you get on the road to financial security? First, establish a budget – when you’re starting out on your own, you need to keep tight control overContinue Reading
Succession planning is vital
Brad Collins/NY Life Insurance Most business owners want to grow their businesses and pass them on to the next generation. But how many owners actually succeed? Relatively few, as it turns out. Studies show that only a third of family firms make it to the second generation, and just a sliver getContinue Reading
Capitol Highlights
Gary Borders/ Texas Press Association The Texas Legislature sent a $248 billion two-year state budget to Gov. Greg Abbott after the House approved the measure last Thursday.The 140-day legislative session ended at midnight May 31. Senate Bill 1 is $13.5 billion less than the previous biennial budget, with the differenceContinue Reading
Mrs. Duffie Retires
Jefferson Primary School said goodbye to a long time employee with the close of the 2020-2021 school year. Reva Duffie retired from the JPS Cafeteria last Thursday after lamost 33-years of service to Jefferson school children. A reception honoring Duffie was held at the end of the school day. PicturedContinue Reading
JEFFERSON HONOR ROLL 2020-2021 4th NINE WEEKS REPORTING PERIOD
All ”A” Honor Roll 1st Grade Sage Anderson, Keighan Benton, Skylar Biddy, Lillian Brown, William Carstens, Brayden Collins, Mileena Dandy, Addison Duck, Jayce Gober, Leevi Goynes, Paige Goynes, Aria Holzer, Aubree Johnson, Gavin Johnson, Lawson Knight, Zaylon McDonald, Tailey Moss, Jackson Munoz, Kammie Nixon, London Thomas, Carlee Warren, Carter Warren,Continue Reading
Allen West to Speak at Night Battle
Retired Lieutenant Colonel Allen West will be speaking at the night-fire battle at the Battle of Big Cypress Friday night. The event is part of this weekends re-enactment activities. Entrance fees are required to the event. Happing just across the river from downtown. West is an American politician, and retiredContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – May 30 – June 5, 2021
Bowie County I-30 – From FM 989 to Arkansas State Line, widening highway. Reconstructing and widening highway. Eastbound traffic moved to the outside lanes. SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacing bridge. All traffic restricted to one lane with signal lights controllingContinue Reading
County dedicates Courthouse renovation
After two decades and $5.7 million dollars, the newly renovated Marion County Courthouse opened its doors to the public on Saturday. Dozens of guests and dignitaries assembled to celebrate and dedicate the grand re-opening of the historic house of county government. Judges, commissioners were on hand along with guests fromContinue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
Public offices closed for holiday Jefferson City Hall and all Marion County offices will be closed Monday, March 31 in observance of Memorial Day. Commissioners Meet Today The Marion County Commissioners Court will meet today at 9am for their final meeting of the month. Commissioners will be opening and awardingContinue Reading
Jefferson High School graduates 79
by V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute It was more than just “Pomp and Circumstance” last Friday as Jefferson High School con veyed 79 diplomas to the JHS Class of 2021. It was a celebration of things getting back to normal. Salutatorian Samantha Taylor set the tone for the evening inContinue Reading
Multiple programs take on hunger in Marion County…
To the editors, I would like to respond to a recent article in the Jimp, specifically the news that Mission Marshall has expanded their locations to include Woodlawn and is open to Marion County residents. Mission Marshall has also stated that Marion County organizations and businesses will be asked toContinue Reading
Jefferson Lions thank you…
To the editor, Jefferson Lions Club would like to thank Jefferson and Marion County for helping us celebrate our 75th club anniversary on Saturday, May 15, 2021. It was great to see Lions Park filled with people, especially families. The weather was perfect and everyone had fun! SpecialContinue Reading
Congregation feels notice to vacate was abrupt…
To the editor, Shalom Hugh. Thank you so much for your consideration and your thoughtfulness in responding and reaching out to us (for comment). To answer your questions: No we do not have a new home. We had no information of the non-renewal contract until it was handed to us directly Continue Reading
Excelsior Foundation plans restoration for synagogue property…
To the editor, The Excelsior Foundation board of directors had our regularly scheduled monthly meeting today, May 10, 2021, to confirm results of the called-meeting on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. Following our 67th annual performances of the Diamond Bessie Murder Trial, we are keenly aware that restoration plans for the Ruth LesterContinue Reading
It’s best to listen to the experts
Glenn Melancon/Contributing writer My dad, Yves “Buster” Melancon served 27 years in the United States Army. He earned the rank of Chief Warrant Officer 3. He started his career as a mechanic and ended as an Automotive Superintendent. Some of my best memories are helping him work on cars. In theContinue Reading
The appeal
Leroy Richardson/Contributing writer If I ask you a question, what response will you give me? You say, “It depends on the question.” In many protestant churches, after each sermonic message, the minister makes an appeal to respond to what God just said in the message. But most appealsContinue Reading
Big Cypress Corvette Show returns
by Austin Lewter/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson is the type of place where a group of people with a common interests can find ways to use their hobby to benefit others. This is exactly the case with the Big Cypress Corvette Club (BCCC)—a group of car enthusiasts who have put their passionContinue Reading
529 plans: more versatile than ever
Joey Romano/Edward Jones You may already be somewhat familiar with the 529 plan, a popular education savings account that offers federally tax-free withdrawals if the money is used for qualified expenses. But you may not be aware of some newer eligible expenses for this plan. First of all, in the wakeContinue Reading
The basics of long-term care
Brad Collins/NY Life Insurance Aging is a fact of life and it comes with certain realities. While most of us probably don’t want to picture ourselves eventually needing help with daily activities, more than half of Americans turning 65 today will need some type of long-term care during their remaining years. AsContinue Reading
Capitol Highlights:
by Gary Borders/ Texas Press Association Special session coming this fall Texas lawmakers will adjourn the regular session on Monday — Memorial Day — but Gov. Greg Abbott has already indicated he will call a special session in the fall to grapple with redistricting after detailed census results are finallyContinue Reading