Parade street closures
Absolutely no beads, etc, are to be thrown from balconies or roof tops during the parades Doo-Dah Parade – Friday, February 9, starting at 6p till the end – Jefferson Street to Lions Park to Henderson – Henderson Street from Line to Market – Market Street from Henderson to Austin Continue Reading
Let’s get shakin’
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Next to Mardi Gras one of the biggest festivals in the Big Easy is of course Jazz Fest. Personally, I’m not a fan of New Orleans Mardi Gras, it’s just too many people. Don’t get me wrong I love New Orleans! I even onceContinue Reading
‘Rockin’ Riley’ plays OHTP event
Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer This young man with a horn is known far and wide now as “Rockin’ Riley.” Only 13 years old, Riley first started on the keyboard when he was only six years old and entertained at Jefferson’s community theatre productions from that point on. He has not onlyContinue Reading
Compost Your Garden NOW!
David Wall/Contributing Writer I start to get antsy every January, wanting to have everything for my gardens ready and in place for the soon-to-be growing season, onions excepted, which were put in the ground I mid-late January. One of the biggest items every year is the soil. Have I improvedContinue Reading
Eat, Drink, Gather: February 9
Local Music Corner Micah S. White Facebook.com/pyromade1 Hear’s some local music. If you go out please be kind, safe and please don’t drink and drive. Please note that events are subject to change for different reasons. Thursday: 2/8 Friday: 2/9 Saturday: 2/10 Dining Specials Auntie Skinner’s Open till 10 pmContinue Reading
2024 Football schedule announced
The 2024 football schedule has been announced following the UIL realignment. This fall, the biggest change is Hughes Springs is no longer in the JISD district, but is replaced with Libery-Eylau. The Dawgs will play:Continue Reading
4-H’ers place in archery meet
Staff Reports Three Marion County 4-H’ers completed last weekend in Carthage at the District 5 4-H indoor archery competition bringing home ribbons for their achievement. Winners included: NASP Class, 1st year Intermediate: Levi Cherry (2nd), Montgomery Mabus (3rd) NASP Class, 1st year Junior Div.: Cole Cherry (8th)Continue Reading
JISD Golf team wins at ETCS tourney
Staff Reports The Jefferson Golf Team finished 1st at the East Texas Charter School tournament held at Alpine last weekend. Luke Gibbons placed first with a 78 and Will Fratangelo placed 2nd with an 85. On January 31, the golf team placed 2nd as a team at Wood Hollow. LukeContinue Reading
Paws on the Bayou returns Sunday
Paws and Claws on the Bayou Pet Parade will be Sunday February 11th starting at 1:30p before the children’s parade this year. Line-up at Austin and Walnut streets and then walk to Ron Atwood’s Gallery on Polk Street. There is no entry fee or preregistration this year, but they wantContinue Reading
Softball starts off season with win
Staff Reports The Lady dogs softball team got their first win of the season in a scrimmage against Harleton this week 28-7. “It is only the beginning, but we are constantly working hard,” said Coach Hannah Welch. “Come support these ladies if you have the chance this season.” The nextContinue Reading
Election Workers Needed
Want to get involved in elections? Don’t know where to start? Sign up to help work the election polling locations! And get paid! Election workers are needed to assist the Marion County Elections Coordinator for the upcoming primary elections. Workers must be over the age of 18. Pay is $12Continue Reading
P&Z to hear options on Historic District expansion
Jefferson’s Planning & Zoning Commission will hear options on how, or if, to expand the recently adopted National Historic District Zone from 1971 during their regular meeting at 5p Tuesday, February 6, at the Jefferson Transportation and Visitor’s Center. Members of the Marion County Historical Commission will be making theContinue Reading
Lady Dawgs head to playoffs
V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute The Jefferson Lady Bulldogs have done it again and are headed towards the State Playoffs. Tuesday night’s defeat of West Rusk 65-48 cinched beginning of the ladies playoff run. “The game against Arp [today] will wrap-up district for us,” said Girls Athletic Director andContinue Reading
Our Town: February 2, 2024
Election Dates Filings Meetings • P&Z, 5:30p Feb. 6 No Fish Fry Due to the pending inclement weather predicted for Saturday, the Jefferson Veterans of Foreign Wars has canceled their Fish Fry on Saturday. Date Change Jefferson’s Outlaw National’s Car Show has changed their date to April 19-20 to notContinue Reading
Former City Secretary passes
V. Hugh Lewis/ Jefferson Jimplecute Former Jefferson City Secretary Anita Smith Perot passed away last Friday, January 26, in Longview. Perot served as City Secretary for over 30 years and served multiple City Mayors and Aldermen. “My first year as Mayor, I knew nothing about my duties or responsibilities asContinue Reading
Texas History Minute: ‘Mr Sam’ knew how to govern for the people
Ken Bridges He was called “Mr. Sam.” For 48 years, Sam Rayburn was an unforgettable presence in Congress and a devoted servant to the people of Northeast Texas. He served with eight presidents and was Speaker of the House of Representatives on three separate occasions. During his long career, Rayburn helped guide the United States through twoContinue Reading
Embracing Unity in Election Season
Ashly Granby Whether you stumbled upon Jefferson serendipitously or proudly call it your birthplace, there’s a unanimous agreement that our town is a special enclave nestled along the tranquil bayou. In an age dominated by fast-paced living and electronic communication, Jefferson stands as an oasis where community, connection, and aContinue Reading
Herbert Barham Kennon
June 2, 1933-January 26, 2024 Herbert Barham Kennon was born June 2, 1933, in Jefferson, Texas to Walter and Cornelia (McCoy) Kennon, who preceded him in death. He passed away Friday, January 26, 2024, joining his Savior Jesus Christ and his beloved wife of 64 years, Jane. He was alsoContinue Reading
Shortcut Creole Jambayala
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get Shakin!!! Here we are in the middle of Mardi Gras season and like every year I’m getting the same questions and comments. I wanna make something traditional, and I wanna make something good, but it just takes too long to make, I am not anContinue Reading
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Chocolate Butter Pecan Pie Serves 8 Ingredients: Directions: This pie serves well warm. Just allow the filling time to set before cutting. If you refrigerate before serving, let it come to room temperature before serving. This dessert is relatively high in fat but thanks to the pecans and chocolate, mostContinue Reading