Jefferson CVB, Herald Partner to Produce Quarterly Visitors Guide
The Jefferson Convention and Visitors Bureau Board has partnered with the Marion County Herald to produce a new Quarterly Visitors Guide. “Discover Jefferson & Marion County will be a full color, glossy booklet,” said MCH Publisher Hugh Lewis, “produced quarterly to help draw attention to all of our events andContinue Reading
County Employee Exposed to, Tests Positive for COVID-19, Other Employees Tested Today
Press Release The County Judge Leward J. LaFleur was notified today that an employee of Marion County has had direct contact with a person who has tested positive for COVID-19. The employee has since also tested positive for COVID-19. The Department Head took immediate action to protect the welfare andContinue Reading
Council to Hear Complaints on Chief of Police Jason Carroll in Monday Special Meeting
Jefferson City Council will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. Monday at the Jefferson Visitor’s Center to discuss complaints on Police Chief Jason Carroll. Carroll was the object of numerous complaints during the public comment section of last Tuesday night’s regular Council meeting. The complaints stemmed from a seriesContinue Reading
OHTP Presents USO Show on July 4 at Jefferson VFW
Press Release When Jefferson’s community theatre, the Opera House Theatre Players, looked around at the happy faces at their recent Radio Days play in May, they knew they had to create something else for the entertainment-starved public to see very soon.. That’s when the idea of a USO show wasContinue Reading
Tourism Board Asks for Registrations to be Submitted, Visitor Center Reopens
Dear Jefferson Bed and Breakfast and Business owners, A few months ago we got together and launched a promotion for “A Free Stay at a Bed and Breakfast of your Choice”. As we finally begin to emerge from the lock down that has been in place until recently, we areContinue Reading
JEDCO to Hold Budget Workshop
NOTICEJEFFERSON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATIONWORKSHOPCITY HALL / 102 N. POLK ST / JEFFERSON / TEXASMONDAY JUNE 22, 2020 @ 3:00 pm Notice is hereby given that a Workshop of the Jefferson Economic Development Corporation will be held on June 22, 2020 at 3:00 PM at the Jefferson City Hall located atContinue Reading
Carroll Offers Apology Over Insensitive Posts, Plans To Take Cultural Sensitivity Training
Publisher’s Note: This was sent to the Herald Wednesday morning by Jefferson Chief of Police Jason Carroll. My name is Jason Carrol, this community’s Chief of Police. I’d like to take a minute of your time in reading this to first sincerely apologize; second, share my remorse and empathy; andContinue Reading
Letter: Jason Carroll Needs to be Investigated
I am sending this e-mail as a letter of complaint and as a request that Chief Jason Carroll is investigated. My name is Stephanie Jackson I am a veteran, a federal employee and a victim of a serious crime that occurred in Marion County. I do not reside in MarionContinue Reading
‘Diary of Anne Frank’ Opens to Near Sold Out Performances, One Weekend Left
Opening weekend performances of The Diary of Anne Frank were to nearly sold out crowds as East Texas Performing Arts as local performers took to the stage. East Texas Performing Arts theatre group presents The Diary of Anne Frank on Friday, June 12, 2020, at Thursday, June 18, Friday, JuneContinue Reading
Financial Focus: Can You Invest for Retirement and Education?
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano Typically, this time of year is filled with graduation ceremonies and celebrations. But with the coronavirus pandemic, not much has been typical lately. Eventually, though, things will return to normal and schools will reopen for in-person learning. And if you have young children, you mayContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report –TxDOT Atlanta District For June 14-20, 2020
Bowie County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. SH 93– Between Meadow Lane and Kennedy Lane, installing sidewalks. FM 1398 – Under I-20 in Hooks, replacing guard rails. Traffic restricted to one lane. Camp County None Cass County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Harrison CountyContinue Reading
Comments, Regardless of Slant, Will not be Removed
EDITORIAL. THIS IS MY OPINION. THIS IS MY VIEW. IT IS NOT A NEWS STORY. For the record, I’ve chosen not to edit, hide, mute, delete, or ban anyone or their comments on the posts about the protests. Granted I’m ashamed of many of them just by reading them. ButContinue Reading
Synagogue Re-Dedicated With Community Support
the Ruth Lester Playhouse was re-dedicated as a Jewish Synagogue today with members of the Messianic Congregation and representatives of most of the Jefferson area churches present. The service, which lasted almost 90 minutes, was a first in many aspects for most of the audience. ”It’s a unique thing,” saidContinue Reading
Protests End Peacefully, Requests Made to Remove Statue
Two peaceful protests were made today in downtown Jefferson; both ending without incident despite rumors again circulating on social media. The first, organized by the Jefferson Community Center Board and led by Rickey Harrington, marched from the Jefferson Visitor Center to the Marion County Courthouse. The group opened and closedContinue Reading
Council to Meet Tuesday, Consider Event Requests
NOTICECITY OF JEFFERSON, TEXASREGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGTRANSPORTATION CENTER305 E. AUSTIN ST.TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2020 @ 5:30 P.M. Notice is hereby given that a meeting of the Jefferson City Council will be held on June 16, 2020 at 5:30 P.M. at the Transportation Center at 305 E. Austin Street, Jefferson, Texas,Continue Reading
Ad: Agent Needed at Jefferson Farm Bureau
How do I get started? At Texas Farm Bureau Insurance, we are always looking for hard-working professionals to join our sales team. Whether you’re an experienced agent or new to the industry, Texas Farm Bureau Insurance has the resources to support your growing business. We provide all of our newContinue Reading
Jefferson Railway Closed June 13 for Track Repairs
We are canceling the train runs on Saturday, June 13, due to railroad track maintenance. June 20, 2020 Father’s Day Express– gas-powered locomotive Includes stop at the Diamond Don Gator Pit for alligator feeding (weather permitting)Saturday Narrated Historical Day Tours: 12:30 and 2:30 Fathers receive a 10% discount whenContinue Reading
George “Wade” Kindred
February 17, 1934 ~ June 11, 2020Haggard Funeral HomeContinue Reading
Financial Focus: Nearing Retirement? What Questions Should You Ask?
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano The recent market volatility has affected just about everybody’s financial and investment situations – so, if you were planning to retire soon, will it still be possible? Of course, the answer depends somewhat on your employment situation. With so many people’s jobs being affected byContinue Reading