Abernathy to Oversee Jail Elevator Repairs
By V. Hugh Lewis, Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County Commissioners approved hiring J.P. Abernathy as an advisor on the Jail Elevator Project during their regular meeting on Monday. Abernathy has served as an advisor for the court during the Courthouse Restoration project, and will serve in the same function on thisContinue Reading
Youth baseball, softball registrations underway
Registration for 2021 Jefferson Dixie Youth Baseball and Softball Association is now happening according to a FaceBook post by the group. Registration runs through February 12. “Fees remain the same $75 8U and up and $45 for tball,” the post shows. The association is doing online registration through Google Docs,Continue Reading
Why I’m glad I live in Marion County
By Hunter Bonner Five years ago, my wife, kids, and I decided to move away from the Dallas area, and settle down in the country. We did not deliberately set out for Marion County, but a turn of events brought us to this place. Since nearly day one of beingContinue Reading
A Public Apology
By Glenn Melancon I’ve been involved in public politics for more than 20 years now. Criticism and disagreements are all part of the process. Often it is just name calling without any substance. Every once in a while, I will get a comment that makes me stop and think aContinue Reading
Trust and forgiveness are not the same thing
By Austin Lewter, Jefferson Jimplecute The start of a new year generally brings with it resolutions of better living. We are knocking on the door of February, so the gyms have probably cleared out by now but not all resolutions center around getting back in shape. Other common New Year’sContinue Reading
Moment with the Minister: Reasons for the Seasons
By Leroy Richardson, Baptist Minister Growing up we always had a garden at our house. Turnip greens, cucumbers, tomatoes, okra, squash, cantaloupe, watermelon, purple hulled peas, black-eye peas, corn and cabbage were a few of the items that made the list. To receive the harvest for each, the same processContinue Reading
Last week, we started the 87th Legislature
By HD 9 Representative Chris Paddie Like many things this past year, the swearing-in ceremony was far different than past years and saw the legislative session open with less pageantry. Regardless of the circumstances, I am always honored to represent East Texas in the Legislature and will continue toContinue Reading
The basics of long-term care
From NY Life’s Brad Collins 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 theirContinue Reading
JHS 2nd 9 Weeks Honor Rolls
Jefferson High School recently released its honor roll for the second nine weeks of the current school year: A Honor Roll 9th Grade Makayla Barr, Akilah Brasher, Kylee Mcgregor, Kylie Neuville and Caroline Wilson. 10th Grade Charlene Moore, Kenya Ross and Aysha Tucker. 11th Grade Cadee Humphrey, Dominique Jackson, ImaniContinue Reading
Lady Dawgs Top Troup
Jefferson Lady Dawgs beat Troup with a 48-26 final on the road Tuesday, Jan. 26. Individual stats included: Da’Navia Thomas – 15 points and 3 assists. Ja’Kayla Rusk – 11 points, 9 rebounds and 2 steels. Kristen Thomas – 6 points, 5 rebounds 3 steels and 2 blocks. Tierrani Johnson – 6Continue Reading
COVID-19 Slots Have Been Filled
Marion County filled the first 50 dose spots in 18 minutes. The online slots were filled 6 minutes later. A waiting list is being maintained by the Judge’s office for future opportunitiesContinue Reading
COVID-19 Vaccine Registration Now Open
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur finally got notification from TDEM on how residents can register to be vaccinated at Friday’s event. “It took a lot of phone calls, but we got it worked out,” said LaFleur. “Being one of the first sites, there were some kinks TDEM had to workContinue Reading
Section of US 59 to be Resurfaced in Marion County
Work to take about eight months From TxDOT A section of US 59 in northern Marion County will receive a new riding surface this year according to plans approved in January by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT). “We will be resurfacing a 2.1-mile section of the highway from StateContinue Reading
Tech-Edge: Office Upgrade Time
By Hunter Bonner Microsoft Office is the gold standard when it comes to document production, spreadsheets, and other publishing tools. You most likely have it installed on your computer right now, but do you know if it is current? This article will explain why you need to upgrade to theContinue Reading
OHTP Reschedules Chocolate Sunday to April
By Marcia Thomas, contributor Jefferson’s community theatre the Opera House Theatre Players is postponing their only fund-raising event of the year Chocolate Sunday until April. According to Players president Marcia Thomas, the new and old board members met recently and discussed the idea of trying to go ahead with theContinue Reading
Business owners: Latest COVID scam is directed at you
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All taxpayers are now eligible for identity protection PINs
From IRS Guidewire The IRS has expanded the Identity Protection PIN Opt-In Program to all taxpayers who can verify their identity. The Identity Protection PIN is a six-digit code known only to the taxpayer and to the IRS. It helps prevent identity thieves from filing fraudulent tax returns using aContinue Reading
Lawmakers start $7 billion away from target
From Texas Press Association, Chris Cobler Texas House and Senate leaders appear to agree on their proposed budgets. Next, they just have to figure out how to cut $7.2 billion. Senate Finance Chair Jane Nelson, R-Flower Mound, worked with Lt. Gov. Dan Patrick to propose a state budget of $119.7 billion inContinue Reading