Rotary celebrate 100 years of service
Kathy Whitfield/Contributing Writer On June 27th, the Rotary Club celebrated our 100th Birthday and the Installation of Officers for our upcoming year 2024-25. The dinner was held at The Carriage House in Jefferson, Texas. Out going President, Kathy Whitfield presented several special awards which included a “Service Above Self” awardContinue Reading
Field house gets updates
Staff Reports Jefferson High School Athetics held an open house last Thursday to show off their newly renovated field house at the high school. Athletic Director Ty Taylor talked to parents and athletes as he took them on a tour of the facility. Improvements included new flooring, updated equipment, andContinue Reading
Community rallies for youth coach
Jimplecute photos by Laura Allen Youth and adults gathered last Saturday to play a series of softball games to raise money to help Coach Adam Young who was hit in the face with a ball on June 7 requiring surgery.Continue Reading
Independence Celebration Pet Parade
Prepare to join us for a day of excitement and community spirit! Registration opens at 8:30 a.m., followed by the lively parade at 10 a.m. Show your support with appreciated donations and stand a chance to win cash prizes across four categories.Continue Reading
Fireworks continue at Lake of the Pines July 6th
Join us at Lake of the Pines on Saturday, July 6 at 9:15pm for fireworks! They’ll be launched from the eastern shore of Island View facing the dam. Gates open at 5pm at Island View for prime viewing. Remember to stay hydrated and enjoy the spectacle!Continue Reading
Sunday Fun Day at Community Center
As a Community we have to pull together to support each other, come out This Sunday to support Panda Bear, as he prepare to have his 2nd Surgery!! Raffle tickets are still available for a Blackstone Grill and more, Shereka Irving and Shanna Alexander Nelson has those, if you wouldContinue Reading
Fireworks Precautions: Keeping Your Pets Comfortable
With the Fourth of July and other celebrations often accompanied by fireworks, pet owners need to take precautions to ensure their furry friends stay safe and calm. Fireworks can be terrifying for pets due to their sensitive hearing and the unpredictable nature of the loud noises. Here are some essentialContinue Reading
Celebrating Jefferson Salutes America
Join us in honoring our nation’s past and present this Fourth of July in Jefferson, where history meets celebration and the spirit of freedom lights up as bright as our Jefferson Salutes America display. Mark your calendars for one of our city’s most beloved traditions! This year, Jefferson Salutes America,Continue Reading
Rick Dudley at Enoch’s Coffee House
Rick will be playing until 8. It’s FREE! NO cover charge. We would love to see you! No better way to spend a Friday eveningContinue Reading
Blessing of Grace Food Pantry schedule for July
The Blessings of Grace Food Pantry, has released their schedule for the month of July. The calendar also includes when St. Vincent DePaul, Mims Chapel, LOP Dream Center dates.Continue Reading
Billie Rivers Obituary
January 12,1939- June 26,2024 Memorial services for Billie J, Rivers, 85, of Jefferson, Texas, will be held at the Kingdom Hall Of Jehovah’s Witnesses, at 512 Tx 49W, In Jefferson, Texas at 2:00pm Sunday, June 30, 2024, with Brother Fred Green officiating, under the direction of the Lewis & WalkerContinue Reading
It Is Time To Unite
By Hunter Bonner My name is Hunter Bonner, and I am your newly elected Marion County Republican Chairman. I was elected in the primary election on March 5, 2024 and my term will last through State Convention in 2026. When I decided to run for County Chairman, I did soContinue Reading
Bettye Jean Ferguson
Bettye Jean Ferguson of Lake 0′ Pines, 95, passed away on June 10, 2024, in Kingsland, Texas. She was known for her selfless nature, always giving of her time, possessions, and love to those around her. Bettye’s kitchen was a place of warmth and hospitality, where many found comfort inContinue Reading
Our Town: June 14
Meetings Farmers Market The Jefferson Farmers Market is open and are accepting applications for those wanting to participate. The Cost is $25 for the entire season. They meet from 10a-2p every Saturday in downtown Jefferson just off Austin Street across from the Thomas Jefferson Park. For more information, contact DougContinue Reading
Check your plants
New hardiness zone now in our area Azure West/Jefferson Jimplecute Gardeners need to double check their plants for the best growing area as the USDA recently announced changes to the Plant Hardiness Zone Map, and Jefferson saw a change in our “Hardiness Zone”. Jefferson moved from 8a to 8b. ThisContinue Reading
Tourism approves funds for new event
Staff Reports The Jefferson Tourism Board approved funding to assist Don and Francene Rainey’s newest event, the Historic Jefferson Piney Woods Dual Sport Adventure Ride, set for November 1-3. Dual Sport riders are motorcyclists who have bikes outfitted for both off-road and street-legal riding. “Dual sport is a hybrid bikeContinue Reading
Color Me
Rick Smith, Columnist I’m hard pressed to name a favorite color. I like bold, eye-catching colors. But I usually wear black. I like black. Blue jeans. Black shirt. Black boots. I’m good to go. Black suit, black Oxford dress shoes, white shirt, and the razzle dazzle of a red tie.Continue Reading
Patricia Anne Ayers
September 28, 1940-May 31, 2024 Memorial services for Patricia Anne Ayers, 83 of Jefferson, Texas will be held on Saturday June 15, 2024, at 2:00pm in the Liberty Baptist Church in Jefferson, Texas with Bro. Bob McCarty and Bro. Roy Conatser officiating. Mrs. Ayers was born on September 28, 1940,Continue Reading
A moment with the minister: Creatures of the Bible: Ants
Seth Buckner/Heritage Baptist Church Ants are remarkable creatures. Although tiny, they display great organization, industry, and strength that is fascinating to study. More than 12,000 species are found throughout the world. If ants could talk, they might say, “You forgot to wipe your counter. I am going to go tell a thousand ofContinue Reading