Jefferson torches Sabine, 56-21, in final district match, secures playoffs run
By Jeremy Finch/Jefferson Jimplecute Jefferson wrapped up its regular season schedule with an emphatic 56-21 win over Sabine last Friday evening. The Bulldogs are gearing up for a deep playoff run and a big win over a district opponent is sure to help keep the team excited for what’s coming.Continue Reading
Lady Dawgs drop season opener to Hooks
GameChanger Media Inc. The Jefferson Varsity Lady Dawgs lost to Hooks, 32-29, in the season opening game featuring seven lead changes on Tuesday. Despite getting out to a 21-15 lead at halftime, but the Lady Dawgs couldn’t hold on for the victory. Trailing 28-20, Hooks went on to an 11-pointContinue Reading
JES Students of the Month for October
These students were chosen as Students of the Month for October at Jefferson Elementary School. They were chosen for exhibiting trustworthiness, respect, caring, citizenship, responsibility, and fairness. Peyton Harris 1st Grade Za’Marion Armington 1st Grade Alexia Tobias 2nd Grade Catcher Hitchcock 2nd Grade Joli Hickman 3rd Grade Khance WilliamsContinue Reading
JISD to release early on Friday
According to email sent by JISD: Dear Parents and Staff, This is to inform you that due to the logistics of transporting students to the varsity boys playoff game, students will be dismissed early on Thursday, November 9th at 1:30 PM. School buses will run at 1:30 PM. There willContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – November 5 – November 11, 2023
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JPD Participating to Help Safely Dispose of Unneeded Prescription Drugs October 28 at DEA Take Back Events
Several local law enforcement agencies and prevention advocates from Next Step CommunitySolutions’ coalitions are gearing up for the semi-annual DEA Take Back event to be heldOctober 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at various locations across East Texas. “This event is the easiest and safest way to dispose ofContinue Reading
Malcolm Eugene Spruell, III
January 13, 1943 ~ October 20, 2023 (age 80) Memorial Services for Malcolm Eugene Spruell, III, 80 of Jefferson, Texas will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 2pm in the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Bro. Dennis Morris officiating under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. AContinue Reading
Bettye Bollman Spruell
May 29, 1938 ~ October 16, 2023 (age 85) Memorial Services for Bettye Bollman Spruell, 85 of Jefferson, Texas will be held on Friday, November 3, 2023, at 2pm in the Cpt. Wm. Perry Chapel of Haggard Funeral Home with Bro. Dennis Morris officiating under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. A timeContinue Reading
Quiet Zone Committee expanding
Th Quiet Zone Committee is seeking additional members to help them find all the facts necessary so Council can decide if they want to move forward establishing a railroad quiet zone in town. The Committee’s president Jim Stacey came to Council last week asking permission to expand the group fromContinue Reading
Marathon meeting brings change to future City codification process
The Jefferson City Council held a marathon three plus hour meeting last Tuesday with as much discussion and updates as action items. Council opened the meeting with two proclamations. One declaring October Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the other recognizing St. Paul’s Methodist Church Day Sunday Oct. 29, 2023. TheContinue Reading
Survey for feedback on City Hall location opens
The Jefferson Jimplecute is conducting a survey to see what your thoughts are on the location of City Hall. The City is holding a Town Hall meeting at 6p on November 1 to formally gather input. The results of this survey will be presented at that meeting. The survey willContinue Reading
Council to meet Tuesday, set effective date for water rate increase
The Jefferson City Council will meet in special session at 6:30p Tuesday to consider approving the ordinance establishing the new water rates and setting when they will go into effect. According to Jefferson Mayor Rob Baker, the City is required to provide 90 days notice before the rates can goContinue Reading
City Water rates to increase by $2.50
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Base water rates for the City of Jefferson will increase by $2.50 come February 2024, as Council opted to adjust the rates due to increased water costs from NETMWD and increased operating costs of the water department. “Costs have increased 28% over the last nineContinue Reading
Welcome Miss East Texas
Jimplecute photo by Laura Allen Jayden Jenkins was named Miss East Texas during Saturday evenings festivities and pageant. Other winners include (photo below) Miss East Texas Duchess- J’la Lewis Miss East Texas Princess- Natalie McGriff Petite Miss East Texas- London Lohman Little Miss East Texas- Kailani Coleman Wee MissContinue Reading
Our Town: October 20, 2023
Meetings School Dates Fall Festivals Loud Noise A private event will be taking place starting at 6p Saturday evening at Diamond Don’s RV park. There will be fireworks and cannon fire, so be sure and keep your pets safe from running during the noise. Bigfoot Calling Johnson’s Ranch at CaddoContinue Reading
Bigfoot conference spotted in town
Staff Reports Jefferson IS the Bigfoot Capital of Texas. Join this annual event in downtown Jefferson to learn all about the legendary beat that prowls the world. Guest speakers include Mireya Mayor, Daryl Colyer, Sybilla Irwin, Matt Pruitt, Shelly Covington-Montana and Ashlen Brown. According to the Texas Bigfoot Research Center,Continue Reading
OHTP radio plays set to return
Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer “Urkkkk……eeekk………slam!” This is the opening audio to one of radio’s most favorite mystery series, “Inner Sanctum.” Jefferson residents and visiting folks will once again be able to enjoy two of their most famous stories in the medium of live theater. The performances will take place at 7 pmContinue Reading
Texas History Minute: Israel focus of terror attacks since 1948
Ken Bridges/Contributing Writer On Oct. 7, Israel was attacked by Hamas terrorists from the Gaza Strip. It was an act that horrified the world. Gunmen gunned down unarmed dozens at an outdoor concert, murdered elderly Holocaust survivors, and broke into homes to kidnap and slaughter civilians. The long list of atrocities committed cannotContinue Reading
GOP has their own war
Elwood Watson/Contributing Writer The nation and much of the world is reeling from the horrific and unsettling events that have occurred between Israel and Hamas. There’s also a war still going on in Ukraine, and looming overhead is the possibility the federal government may shut down in about a month.Continue Reading