Capitol Highlights: Millions of Texans dealing with water supply issues
By Gary Borders, TPA Warmer temperatures over the weekend and continuing this week melted most of the snow from the state’s roadways and roofs. But Texans are still dealing with broken pipes that flooded homes and businesses, damaged municipal water systems, and continued power outages in scattered areas, mainly inContinue Reading
Senate thanks first responders, grocery store and utility workers
By Richard Lee, Texas Senate News As millions of Texans were stranded in their homes without power and water, others had to brave the icy roads and single digit temperatures of the harshest winter storm ever to hit the state. In session Tuesday, the Senate officially recognized the vital contributionsContinue Reading
In retirement, guarantees matter
From NYLife’s Brad Collins 1 in 5 Americans age 65 or older are working or looking for work. 1 Why do so many expect to postpone a typical, leisure-filled retirement? One theory points to the decline of pensions and the need to replace the income stream that used to come—guaranteed—fromContinue Reading
Financial Focus: What can investors learn from 2020?
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano Now that we’re a few weeks removed from 2020, it’s a good time to reflect on such a momentous year. We can think about developments in the social and political spheres, but we also learned – or perhaps re-learned – some valuable lessons about investing.Continue Reading
Private well owners urged to be aware of potential damage
After heavy snowstorms crossed the south last week, the National Ground Water Association is urging all private well owners to be aware of potential damage of their water wells due to freezing and flooding from standing water. Unlike many private wells in the Midwest and in the northern UnitedContinue Reading
Disaster loans available to small businesses
Due to the recent winter storm 77 counties in Texas have been declared disaster areas including two of the counties served by the UT Tyler-Longview SBDC. This affects contiguous counties, as well. Please see the attached information. Depending on the county in which your small business is located you mayContinue Reading
Bi-District Champs
The Jefferson Bulldog basketball team advanced to the second round of the state playoffs with a 52-36 win over Sabine on Monday night. They face Mineola in Longview on Thursday, Feb. 25. Results were not available as of press time. The winner of the bout with Mineola will face theContinue Reading
Bulldog sluggers open with BIG win over Frankston
The Jefferson Bulldog baseball team knocked their season opener out of the park last Monday with a 13-5 win at home over Frankston. “We looked good,” said Bulldog head coach Tyler Foster. “In fact, I’d say we looked better than any other Jefferson team I’ve seen in several years.” AndContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – March 1-6, 2021
From TxDOT 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 US 82 and US 67, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At AndersonContinue Reading
More Vaccines Coming to Marion County Next Week
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur announced late Friday there were more COVID-19 Vaccines coming to Marion County on Thursday, March 4. “The Texas Department of State Health Services will be in Marion County to administer the Moderna vaccine to residents of Marion County,” LaFleur wrote in a press release. AccordingContinue Reading
MC Judge Renews Disaster Declaration, Calls Special Meeting
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur renewed his Disaster Declaration due to “widespread or severe damage, injury, or loss of life, or property resulting from severe ice and snow storm” for the whole county today. The declaration continues for seven days. The declaration assists individuals and businesses in qualifying for reliefContinue Reading
Jefferson Post Office Open, Carriers Delivering Mail
According to a message received from the Jefferson Postmaster, Pam Williamson, the Jefferson US Post Office is open today and carriers are out delivering mail.Continue Reading
JISD Cancels in-person School Monday & Tuesday, February 22-23
From Superintendent Rob Barnwell No school tomorrow or Tuesday. Most bus routes are impassable. Teachers will continue to provide remote instruction as they’ve done last week. We also have some water leak issues that need to be addressed. We will reassess on Tuesday evening and provide more info at thatContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – Feb. 21-27, 2021
From TxDOT 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 US 82 and US 67, installing sidewalks. SH 98 – At AndersonContinue Reading
Winter Storm Has Passed, But Icy Hazards Still Remain
From TxDOT ATLANTA – TxDOT reminds drivers that although the winter storm has passed, icy road hazards still remain and will probably be around a few more days. Citizens are still advised to stay home if at all possible as crews continue to clear roads of snow and ice. AsContinue Reading
Be empowered to minimize water damage in a freeze
By Jeffrey L. McIntyre, President of Texas Utilities at SouthWest Water Company Note: SouthWest Water Company serves part of our readership. During a severe weather event when power systems and utilities are overwhelmed, you may experience disruptions in the reliability of your water service and potentially ruptured plumbing. While yourContinue Reading
Jimplecute Delayed Due to Winter Weather, Online Edition Free
This week’s (February 19, 2021) Jefferson Jimplecute has been published, however delivery will be delayed due to winter weather. Our press, in Henderson, informed us early Thursday morning that due to road conditions they were unable to print on schedule. They plan on printing later today and will attempt toContinue Reading