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
Senate approves medical cannabis expansion
Texas Senate News Late Tuesday, the Senate approved a measure that would allow more individuals with chronic health conditions to participate in the state’s compassionate use program, which permits the medical use of low-potency cannabis. Originally approved in 2015 for the treatment of children with intractable seizure disorder, the program’sContinue Reading
Farm to families…
Jefferson’s Ander Graham oversaw the delivery of another 2,000 Farm to Family food boxes on May 14. Volunteers from Jefferson and surrounding communities all came together to unload and distribute the boxes. This was the third trip Graham has organized of the Farm to Family program, helping over 3,500 familiesContinue Reading
Historic Jefferson Railway set for Civil War weekend
Friday, May 28, there will be a Day of Learning for school groups, sponsored by the Jefferson Railway and Wetlands Foundation, to draw attention to the history and romance of the Civil War way of life. The Living History Camps will demonstrate Camp Life and Military Activities and includes a Continue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
Rain MovesGraduation to Gym JISD High School Principal Michael Walker notified the Jimplecute Wednesday afternoon that the 2021 Graduation ceremonies are being moved to the High School Gymnasium due to the chance of rain and the amount of water on the football field. Seating availability will be reduced and theContinue Reading
Graduation to Live Stream at 7:45p
The JISD 2021 HS Graduation will be live streamed tonight, starting at 7:45p. The stream will be viewable on both the Marion County Herald & Jefferson Jimplecute FaceBook and YouTube Channels. To Watch, go to either: FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/ YouTube: https://www.YouTube.com/ The video will not appear until it starts.Continue Reading