Texas Department of Public Safety Launches Campaign Promoting Safe Gun Storage
The KEEP ’EM SAFE, TEXAS initiative will consist of public education, outreach and public involvement activities to promote gun storage safety statewide. From TxDPS AUSTIN — The Department of Public Safety recently launched KEEP ’EM SAFE, TEXAS, a $1 million, two-year statewide campaign encouraging safe gun storage. According to theContinue Reading
Motorists Urged to Take Simple Safety Precautions
TxDOT’s “Click It or Ticket” campaign reminds drivers and passengers about the importance of wearing seat belts From TxDOT AUSTIN–With health and safety a top priority for millions of Texans, TxDOT reminds motorists of one of the simplest and easiest precautions everyone can take to protect themselves and their lovedContinue Reading
Michael Dean Heaster
August 8, 1973 ~ November 12, 2020Haggard Funeral HomeContinue Reading
County to Canvas Election Results on Monday
The Marion County Commissioners Court will hold a special meeting at 9 a.m. Monday to canvas the 2020 General Election results. The Herald/Jimplecute will be live for this meeting.Continue Reading
Council to Swear In Officials Tuesday
The City of Jefferson will swear in the newly elected Mayor and Aldermen at their regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday. Once sworn in, Council will make appointments to JEDCO, approve a building permit for a building already under construction, approve a sign permit, approve the 2020 Christmas ParadeContinue Reading
Bohn C. Butler
A graveside service for Bohn C. Butler, age 55 of Jefferson, Texas, is scheduled for 2:30 p.m. Sunday, November 15, 2020 at Damascus Cemetery in Lindale, Texas with Bro. Joe Chisum officiating. Bohn passed away Tuesday, November 10, 2020 in Longview, Texas. He was born October 3, 1965 in Dallas,Continue Reading
Financial Focus: Protect Your Finances from “Cyberthieves”
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano You’ve no doubt heard reports of personal data being stolen and used for financial fraud – anything from online shopping on your credit cards to actual theft from your financial accounts. This problem won’t go away anytime soon – but you can take steps toContinue Reading
FM 2208 Railroad Crossing to be Temporarily Closed on November 19
From TXDot Motorists who normally travel FM 2208 southwest of Jefferson will need to find an alternate route on Thursday, Nov. 19. Union Pacific Railroad will be closing the highway to through-traffic on this date to make repairs to the railroad crossing. Traffic will officially be detoured on a signedContinue Reading
New Arrival
Jett Forrest Dawson was born on November 10, 2020, to Ciera Thompson and D.J. Dawson. Jett weighed 6lbs 5oz and was 20 inches long.Continue Reading
Toby Shane Morgan
Graveside services for Mr. Toby Shane Morgan, 47, of Queen City, Texas will be held at 2:00 PM Thursday November 12, 2020 at Berea cemetery with Pastor John Taylor officiating under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home a time of visitation will be held from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PMContinue Reading
Jane Carol Adkins
Jane Carol Adkins, 77, of Jefferson, Texas passed away on November 7, 2020. Ms. Adkins was born May 10, 1943 in Kalamazoo, Michigan to Joseph L. Ryan and Grace James Ryan. Jane was a member of St. Joseph’s Catholic Church in Marshall, Texas for many years. She loved spending timeContinue Reading
Jimmy Starkey
Our beloved father, grandfather and great grandfather, Jimmy Starkey passed away on November 6th, 2020 at his home in Lassater TX. Jimmy was born in Jefferson TX on July 2nd, 1940. He was preceded in death by his parents Troy Starkey and Lyda Ann Lee. He recently celebrated his 80thContinue Reading
Northeast Texas Highways to be Resurfaced
Seal coating highways extends highways’ life From TxDOT The Texas Transportation Commission approved a bid of $7.6 million from CDM Holdings of New Boston to seal coat highways in nine counties located within the Atlanta District. “Seal coat involves placing a layer of hot asphalt over the old pavement andContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report –TxDOT Atlanta District For Nov. 1-7, 2020
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
Jefferson Makes Top 25 Most Charming Southern Small Towns 2020
Press Release from Big 7 Travel Global travel site Big 7 Travel has released the official list of the ‘25 Most Charming Southern Small Towns 2020‘. They discovered which towns across are the shining gems of the south. Jefferson came in at No.25, so we thought it might be ofContinue Reading
Speed, Driver Inattention Lead to Increase in Traffic Crashes in Energy-Producing Areas: New Program to Start to Help
From TxDOT TxDOT’s “Be Safe. Drive Smart.” campaign warns motorists to slow down, stay alert and use caution when driving in oil and gas production and exploration regions AUSTIN – Last year, there were more than 205,000 crashes in counties defined as the Texas Energy Sector by the Texas RailroadContinue Reading
Commissioners to Meet Monday
Marion COunty Commissioners will hold a special meeting at 9a.m. Monday to approve the last project on the Courthouse restoration. The project hit a snag approximately three weeks ago when it was discovered a sewer line had been incorrectly connected and was not tied in to the main lines. ItContinue Reading
Jefferson Elementary 1st 9 Weeks Honor Rolls
All A Honor Roll 1st Grade Jaden Benton, Keighan Benton, Skylar Biddy, Lillian Brown, William Carstens, Brayden Collins, Mileena Dandy, London Dodson, Addison Duck, Jayce Gober, Paige Goynes, Leevi Goynes, Aria Holzer, Aubree Johnson, Gavin Johnson, Lawson Knight, Zaylon McDonald, Addalynn Moit, Jackson Munoz, Kammie Nixon, Kylar Scudday, Adrianna Shockley,Continue Reading
Dymond Mitchell Crowned Miss Marion County
From Staff Reports On Saturday Marion County crowned Dymond Mitchell the 2020 Miss Marion County. Other crowned Royalty included: Tiny Miss Bristol Neuville, Little Miss Isabella Powell, Junior Miss Layla Neuville and Teen Miss Amirie Prior. Congratulations to all these young ladies. Other Photos from the EventContinue Reading
DPS Reminds Drivers to Watch for Students Returning to Class this Fall
From TxDPS AUSTIN – The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) wants to remind drivers to continue to be cautious and stay alert in school zones, particularly this school year with students attending classes on varying schedules. Drivers should slow down in school zones, follow traffic laws and always beContinue Reading