HOT Down From Last Year for November, More Spring Events Set
Monthly budget reports showed $12,406.34 for income in November, but reflects Hotel Occupancy for October. November revenue, which shows on the January report, was about $3,000 less last year. The Tourism building rental was $2,075 so far for the 2019-2020 fiscal year and now goes to a separate account forContinue Reading
Bruce Bradley Appointed to MCAD Board to Fill Unexpired Term
By V. Hugh Lewis, publisher Dr. Bruce Bradley has been appointed by the Commissioners Court to the Marion County Appraisal District Board of Directors to fill the unexpired term of John Bradley who passed away in December. Bradley has served on the Board several times since it’s creation in theContinue Reading
City, County Have High Speed Chase of Stolen Vehicle
What started as a routine traffic stop ended in a high speed chase. The Jefferson Police Department and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office, along with Texas Department of Public Safety officers were in a high speed chase of a GMC Sierra around midnight Friday, January 10, 2020, after an attemptedContinue Reading
Absentee Voting, or Ballot By Mail Notice Posted
Marion County Clerk Vickie Smith is reminding Marion County, Texas, residents the time to request a Ballot by Mail for Absentee Voting in the March primary election is fast approaching and that requests must be received, and not just postmarked, by the deadline. Marion County, Texas Registered Voters: Just aContinue Reading
Financial Focus: Business Owners: Plan for Next Phase of Life
From Joey Romano at Edward Jones As a business owner, you’re always thinking of what you need to do now. But you can’t forget about the future – yours and that of your business. So it may be a good idea to consider your personal retirement plan and business successionContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report: January 12-18, 2020
Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Jan. 12-18, 2020 Marion County US 59 – From FM 2208 to Harrison County Line, installing median barrier. Cass County SH 8 – At Sulphur River, replacing bridges. Harrison County I-20 – At Potters Creek, conducting preventative maintenance work on bridges. SHContinue Reading
JEDCO to Meet Tuesday
The Jefferson Economic Development Corporation will have their regular monthly meeting at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall Council Chambers. Their agenda includes: DISCUSSION / CONSIDERATION / ACTION ITEMS a) Consideration/Action – Select bank for local deposits b) Consideration/Action – Approve quarterly report to City Council c) Consideration/Action – dispositionContinue Reading
Tourism Board to Meet Monday
The City of Jefferson Tourism Board will have their regular monthly meeting for January at 5:30 p.m. Monday, January 13, 2020, at the Convention and Visitor’s Center. Their agenda includes: 5. OLD BUSINESS a. Consider/Approve/Accept New contract revision for Jefferson TCVB building Robin Johnson b. Update on HOT tax fromContinue Reading
JISD Board to Meet Tuesday
The Jefferson Independent School District Board of Trustees will have their regular monthly meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 14, 2020, at the Administration Building. Agenda items include: Consideration of Policy Amendments to EIC and FM (LOCAL) Policies FM is associated with student absences due to school-related activities. The oldContinue Reading
JH Girls & Boys Basketball Tourney Cancelled
Coach Jimmerson Tomorrow’s Junior High Girls and Boys Basketball Tournament tomorrow, Saturday, January 11, 2020, has been cancelled. Possible reschedule dates are being discussed.Continue Reading
Ad: Personal Care Attendants Needed
Personal Care Attendants needed for several adult clients in the Marion County area. Must pass criminal background check. Competitive salary. Apply at 120 N. Walnut Street or email resume to sgoolsby@firstinpediatricshomehealth.com or fax to 903-665-7244.Continue Reading
Author Marjorie Herrera Lewis to speak at Library
Jefferson Carnegie Library is hosting author Marjorie Herrera Lewis on Monday, February 3 at 6:00 pm. Ms. Lewis will be speaking on her debut novel, “When The Men Were Gone,” inspired by Tylene Wilson, coach of the Brownwood, Texas, high school football team when the men of the town wereContinue Reading
Council runs Jefferson, not Mayor or Garden Club
Note: This is an editorial. This is the opinion of the Herald staff. The Jefferson City Council is elected by the people of each ward. Those elected are supposed to represent everyone. Thursday nights council meeting showed that the members present can’t think beyond what’s in front of them andContinue Reading
Garden Club, Other Businesses Must Approve Street Closures for Events
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher Update: Alderman for Ward 3, Victor Perot, has reportedly told an event coordinator not to worry about this matter and the policy is not changed at this time. Original: The Jesse Allen Wise Garden Club, and other businesses, must now give their approval ofContinue Reading
County Commissioners to Meet Monday
Marion County Commissioners Court will meet at 9 a.m. Monday in the Commissioners Courtroom. Their agenda includes: 1. Consent agenda: Consider approval of minutes – December 30, 2019 Court to examine all accounts and reports relating to finances of County Court to audit and settle all accounts against County andContinue Reading
February Cass County Tax Sale Announced
From the Cass County Tax Office and the Offices of Perdue, Brandon, Fielder, Collins & Mott LLP Cass County will hold their monthly Tax Sale at 10 a.m. February 4, 2020, at the Cass County Courthouse in Linden, Texas. The Sale includes:Continue Reading
JEDCO to meet Tuesday
NOTICE JEFFERSON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION MEETING CITY HALL / 102 N. POLK ST / JEFFERSON / TEXAS TUESDAY, JANUARY 14TH, 2020 @ 5:30 pm Notice is hereby given that a Meeting of the Jefferson Economic Development Corporation will be held on January 14th, 2020 at 5:30 PM at the JeffersonContinue Reading
Update: Weather Causes Change to Basketball Game Start Times
An update to Game times per Coach Allen and Coach Jimmerson: The Varsity Girls game will be played at 4 pm HERE. The Varsity Boys game has been moved to be played AT ORE CITY at 4 pm. Original: Per Coach Allen and Coach Jimmerson – Due to the inclementContinue Reading
Arrest Made in Holiday Harbor Homicide, Additional Warrant Issued
From Marion County Sheriff David McKnight The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has made one arrest in a homicide that occurred in the early morning hours of December 23rd, with another fugitive still at large. Jennie Lynn Paredes, 20, surrendered at the Marion County jail on December 30th. She was arraignedContinue Reading
Financial Focus: Protect Yourself Against Long-term Care Costs
From Edward Jones If you’re fortunate, you’ll live independently and in good health throughout your retirement years. However, if you ever needed some type of long-term care, such as a stay in a nursing home, would you be financially prepared? To answer this question, you may want to evaluate twoContinue Reading