City, JISD Election Filing at Halfway Mark to Deadline
From Staff Reports The City and School District are halfway through the filing period for the May 2, 2020, elections, and candidates are starting to sign up for a place on the ballot. The deadline to file for a place on the ballot is 5 p.m. February 14, 2020, atContinue Reading
Last Day to Pay Property Taxes Without Interest, Penalties; Office to Stay Open Until 8 p.m. Today
From Staff Reports Today is the last day to pay your property taxes without incurring penalties and interest charges. The Marion County Tax Office, 114 W. Austin St. Suite 100, will remain open today until 8 p.m. for residents to pay taxes. Their office will be closed on Monday, FebruaryContinue Reading
Vintage Motocross Now Hiring
NOW HIRING DIAMOND DON’S 18TH ANNUAL VINTAGE MOTOCROSS RACE Race Flaggers and Support Personnel for event to be held April 3-4, 2020 Contact Melissa Moit Call, text or email melissa@JeffersonRailway.com 903-742-2041 Must be 16 years old or older to apply.Continue Reading
Sample Ballots Available, Voting Locations Announced for March 3 Primaries
From Staff Reports Marion County Clerk Vickie Smith has released the sample ballots and locations to vote for the March 3 Primary Elections. Republican Box 1-2 : ballot sample Republican Box 3,4,5,8,9,10: ballot sample Republican Box 6-7: ballot sample Democratic Box 1,2,3,4,5,8,9,10: ballot sample Democratic Box 6-7: ballot sample To see voting rosters posted toContinue Reading
DA Announces Convictions Week of January 27-31
From Staff Reports Marion County District Attorney Angela Smoak is 3-3 this week, obtaining convictions on marijuana, harassment of a public servant, and assault. Assault Curran Andrew Watkins of Jefferson reached a plea agreement with Smoak on Tuesday of threatening family member Sharon Watkins, with imminent bodily injury with aContinue Reading
Baker Announces Candidacy for Mayor
From Staff Reports Businessman and SMU Graduate, Rob Baker, filed his intentions for candidacy for Mayor of Jefferson at City Hall on Friday, January 24, 2020. Rob Baker humbly asks the citizens of Jefferson for the opportunity to serve them in bold and strategic leadership. With 30 years of experienceContinue Reading
Financial Focus: SECURE Act: Good News for Business Owners
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano If you own a business, you know that setting up a retirement plan for yourself and your employees can be challenging. But it may now be getting easier. Here’s the story: Congress recent passed the SECURE Act, which, among many provisions, includes some key changesContinue Reading
Commissioners to Meet Monday
Marion County Commissioners Court will meet in regular session at 9 a.m. Monday, January 27, 2020, in the Commissioners Courtroom in the Annex. The Herald will be live for this meeting. Their Agenda includes: Resolution Recognizing February as Black History Month Adopt an Investment Policy for 2020 Approval of ETEXContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report January 26-February 1
Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Jan. 26 – Feb. 1, 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 workContinue Reading
Council Clarifies Street Closure Policy, Hires NetData to Collect $918,000 in Outstanding Citations
By V. Hugh Lewis II, publisher Event organizers are not required to request permission from the Jesse Allen Wise Garden Club to close the section of Austin Street in front of the Excelsior Hotel, despite instructions provided to two organizers by Mayor Charles “Bubba” Haggard earlier this month. Excelsior FoundationContinue Reading
Financial Focus: New Rules for Retirement Plan Contributions, Withdrawals
From Edward Jones’ Joey Romano If you’ve had an IRA or 401(k) for a long time, you’re probably pretty familiar with the rules governing withdrawals and contributions – because, for the most part, they haven’t changed in years. And you may also know what’s going to happen to your IRAContinue Reading
TxDOT Weekly Roadwork Report – January 19-25
Weekly Roadwork Report – TxDOT Atlanta District For Jan. 19-25, 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
JISD Board Updates Graduation, Absense Policies
From Staff Reports The following is an update from the January 14, 2020, School Board meeting. The meeting was called to order by President Jason Bonner at 6:00 pm. Members present were Jason Bonner, Kevin Godfrey, Bobby Langbartels, Leah Cooper, Ned Fratangelo and Dr. Kent Thigpen. J.P. Abernathy was absent.Continue Reading
Event Applications, Collecting Outstanding Citations on City Agenda for Tuesday
By V. Hugh Lewis, publisher Four event applications requesting closure of Austin Street in front of the Excelsior Hotel start off Tuesday nights action items for the City Council Meeting at 5:30 p.m. at City Hall. Earlier this month, Mayor Charles “Bubba” Haggard removed one application from the City’s ConsentContinue Reading
Craver Arrested as Suspect in Holiday Harbor Homicide
From Sheriff David McKnight A second suspect has been arrested in a recent Marion County Homicide. Garry W. Craver, 22, was arrested in Lafayette, Indiana, on January 15th. On December 23rd, 2019, Marion County officers responded to a report of a possible shooting in the Holiday Harbor area of LakeContinue Reading
Filing Period for City Alderman, Mayor, JISD School Board Open
By V. Hugh Lewis, publisher \Want a change? Now’s your chance. The filing period to be on the May ballot as either a City of Jefferson Alderman, City of Jefferson Mayor, or Jefferson Independent School District School Board Member is now open through February 14, 2020. City Alderman positions availableContinue Reading
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