Opal Harrell
Funeral services for Mrs. Opal Harrell, 88, of Jefferson, Texas will be held at 10:00 AM on Saturday, April 3, 2021 at the Capt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home in Jefferson, Texas. A private entombment will take place in Corpus Christi, Texas at Memory Gardens Cemetery on aContinue Reading
City wide rummage sale set for next week
This year’s City-Wide Rummage Sale will be Thursday, April 1 thru Saturday April 3 from 8 a.m. – 3 p.m. each day sponsored by the Marion County Chamber of Commerce. This is a free event and open to local residents and business. “We will be putting out a map againContinue Reading
FBC Celebrates 166 Years
While it seems like every small town in East Texas has always had a First Baptist Church, there is a brief time when Jefferson didn’t have one. But a Saturday in March in 1855 changed all that. Originally organized as “Missionary Baptist Church” on Saturday, March 24, 1855, at UnionContinue Reading
Library Board Names New President
At its quarterly meeting on March 18, 2021, the Carnegie Library Board elected new officers for the coming year. Tony Jones is the new President, Leah Cooper is the VP. Stacy Mills is the Secretary and Cathey Brannon is the Treasurer. The board also welcomed new board members, Victor PerotContinue Reading
Jimplecute is now the 4th oldest newspaper in the State of Texas
The Jefferson Jimplecute is moving up in the world! The Jimplecute has been known as the 5th oldest newspaper in Texas for decades. Well, that’s not longer accurate. Now the Jimplecute is the 4th oldest newspaper in Texas. “I’d been wondering for several years if the paper’s ranking had changed,”Continue Reading
District Update: Committees are discussing multiple bills
By Chris Paddie, HD9 Representative Last week, House committees continued working on several important pieces of legislation. I laid out several bills, including the Texas Small Business Recovery Act and several of the electric reform bills that I wrote about earlier this month. One of the bills that I laidContinue Reading
From the Left: Original intent
By Glenn Melancon People who scream about the “original intent” of the Constitution too often don’t know the “original intent”. Or if they do understand the “original intent”, they want to use it to restrict their neighbors’ hard won freedoms. Voting rights clearly fall into the second category. The ConstitutionContinue Reading
Moment With the Minister: Manifest
By Leroy Richardson In Christianity, there are phrases often used related to the Holy Spirit of God. Phrases like, “Come down Holy Spirit”, or “Holy Spirit, Come into the room” or “Holy Spirit, we invite you into this service”. These phrases are a misnomer to correct biblical theology. Father GodContinue Reading
Business owners’ issues go beyond ‘mom and pop’ label
By Edward Jones’ Joey Romano If you own a small business, you typically don’t get a lot of recognition – so you may be pleased to learn that March 29 is National Mom and Pop Business Owners Day. You might not necessarily think of your business as a “Mom andContinue Reading
Estate Planning for Business Owners
By NYLife’s Brad Collins All business owners can benefit from some level of estate planning. Building protection into your business plan is one of the most important decisions you can make to safeguard your partners, your employees and your family. Here, we will discuss the four key components of estateContinue Reading
It’s time to fish!
The 13th Annual Trooper Scott Burns Memorial Big Bass Tournament is this Saturday at Caddo Lake – Crip’s Camp. The tournament has a 1st Place Guaranteed prize of at least $1,082. There are also prices for 1st ($100), 2nd ($75), 3rd ($50), and Big Bass of the Hour or Equivalent.Continue Reading
Collector Edition Corvette For Sale
1996 Corvette Convertible Collector Edition for sale. Low mileage of only 17,500. Cherry/Mint condition. Serious inquiries only. Contact Cheryl at 903-930-3305.Continue Reading
Marion County to get 500 Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 Vaccines
Marion County Judge Leward J. Lafleur announced early Wednesday morning the details on the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccines the county will receive in April. Marion County will be receiving 500 Johnson & Johnson vaccines on April 8, 2021. A link has been posted on the Marion County website (www.co.marion.tx.us)Continue Reading
Newspapers Aren’t Dead, Despite Legislature’s Claims
By Austin Lewter, Jimplecute To anyone who says, “newspapers are dead;” I say, “Sit at my desk the Monday after the post office sends a bundle of newspapers to Fort Worth by mistake.” I say, “Answer my phone when someone has a neighbor whose dog ate their paper.” I say,Continue Reading
2nd COVID-19 Vaccine Shot to be on April 1
According to a press release issued by Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur, those who received a COVID-19 vaccine shot on March 4, will be able to get their 2nd shot on April 1. The shots will take place at the Jefferson Visitors Center, 305 E. Austin St., and each personContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – March 21-27, 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 93 – Between Kennedy Lane and Meadow Lane, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At Anderson Creek, replacingContinue Reading
500 J&J COVID-19 Vaccines Headed to Marion County Next Week
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur announced Friday afternoon that Marion County will be receiving 500 Johnson & Johnson vaccines later in next week. This is the single-shot vaccine. LaFleur said to continue to watch for more information as it becomes available. Appointments will begin being taken as soon as theContinue Reading
Help Wanted
Attendant needed in Woodlawn area. Must be CPR certified, Pass Background Check, Have References. 30 hours per week at $9.25/hour. Paid through agency. Call 903-503-8490Continue Reading
Saying ‘Thank You’
Last Wednesday, March 10 officers of the Jefferson Police Department were invited to the home of Ms. Jessie Mae Walker for a thank you event. Ms. Walker hosted the event herself and said she wanted to thank the officers for assisting her during the recent winter storm. She served cakeContinue Reading
County Judge Fills Commissioners Seat Vacancy
By V. Hugh Lewis II, Jimplecute Jacob Pattinson is Marion County’s newest Commissioner for Precinct 2. Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur appointed Pattison to fill the vacant seat created when Commissioner joe McKnight passed away in late January. “I’ve wanted to work in my hometown and so far Gods’ letContinue Reading