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Staff Reports MCDCSCO is raffling off a 75” 4K Omni television at the October 31 Jefferson Footbal Field Tailgate Party. Tickets are just $3 and can be purchased at the Jimplecute or from any MCDCSCO member. Contact Sherrie Houff for more information.Continue Reading

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Love may feel brighter for Pisces, career paths open wider for Libra, and new connections bring excitement for Virgo. The week ahead invites every sign to embrace opportunities that stir the heart and inspire growth. Whether it is love, work, or friendship, the stars encourage fresh energy and bold stepsContinue Reading

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Atticus Gregory H. Upton Lewis As I was making my decision on what to review this week, I realized I was missing two important types of artists; A local artist, and a blues artist. I decided to rectify that by reviewing someone who fits both criteria: T-Bone Walker.  Truthfully, thereContinue Reading

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Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin!!! As I see the kiddos returning to school, my social media is flooded with first day back to school pictures; I reminisce. I don’t have children but most of my friends do. I remember back to when I was young when their parents wereContinue Reading

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David Wall Many of you planted vegetables starting with onions in mid-January, followed  by peppers and  tomatoes around the first of February, cucumbers the end of March and finally okra around the first of May.  Soil with fertilizer and compost was great, and water was in abundance.  The results were large amounts and sizesContinue Reading

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Staff Reports Jefferson Police Chief Tino Perez and his designee, was appointed the City’s Local Rabies Control Officer  during Tuesday’s Council meeting.  The Texas Health and Safety Code requires the City and County to appoint an LRCO. Neither entity has someone on file with the State Health Department. The issueContinue Reading

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Staff Reports Jefferson’s Athletic Director and head football coach Ty Taylor announced the 2025 Varsity Football captains this week. Leading the charge for the Bulldogs will be Junior Chance Washington, quarterback; Senior Aaron Bellard, defensive end; Junior Kobin Tomlinson, linebacker; Senior Keiland Williams, Ooffensive guard; and Senior Del Brown, linebacker.Continue Reading

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Staff Reports The Jefferson Varsity Lady Dawgs are off to a strong start for their 2025 season. While losing their season opener 3-0 to Alba-Golden, the Dawgs recovered with a four-game winning streak in the Big Sandy tournament.  They defeated Word of God Academy 2-0, Big Sandy 1-0, Hawkins 2-1,Continue Reading

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Staff Reports Last Saturday, the Jefferson Cross Country Team kicked off the new season in Sulphur Springs, competing at the Annual Clay Minton Invitational hosted at Coleman Park—a challenging course that traditionally draws significant turnout. This year’s meet served as the Bulldogs’ season opener and featured a massive field ofContinue Reading

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V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Smokey the Bear turned 81 on August 9, and the furry reminder to be careful with outdoor burning got a birthday present from Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur in the form of a burn ban for the County. As present circumstances “create a public hazardContinue Reading

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V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Diving can be a life changing experience, and not always for the better. But new Jefferson resident Al Wright is ready to help whenever, wherever he’s needed. “[Al’s friend] Dave and I were looking for any of the task force or emergency groups that wouldContinue Reading

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V. Hugh Lewis II Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County Commissioners got the first look at the certified appraisal rolls for 2025 during Monday’s regular meeting. Marion County saw a total appraised or market value of $2,031,659,003, a $178,734,510 increaes over 2024 values of $1,852,924,493. The total assessed or appraisal value increasedContinue Reading

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Staff Reports Blessings of Grace Food Pantry is changing their Tuesday and Thursday Produce Distribution location starting this week. Blessings director Elizabeth Opiela explained the change was necessary to better facilitate the distribution and not interfere with ongoing activities at the W.Fred Lockett Education Center. Blessings has partnered with theContinue Reading

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Staff Reports Since Jefferson played a key role in the Trans-Mississippi Department’s military/industrial complex, Jefferson is a natural location for hosting Civil War Symposiums during the Civil War Sesquicentennial.  This year’s theme is “Jefferson’s Civil War Legacy,” and takes place on Saturday. Jefferson and Marion County supplied many troops forContinue Reading

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Darla McCorkle/Columnist While I appreciate all of you that have reached out with tips on local houses for sale I feel like maybe I didn’t make myself clear. I don’t want to stay in Jefferson. That doesn’t mean I want to move out into the county either. For the pricesContinue Reading

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V. Hugh Lewis/Publisher I don’t talk state or national politics often – or outside of my normal circles.  For example, “that Jew” and I talk almost daily. He’s on one side of the political fence and I’m on the other on most items. We both hope to convert the other,Continue Reading

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This week brings chances to reflect, reset, and refocus. Aries and Cancer may need firmer boundaries, while Taurus and Gemini notice changes in money and communication. Virgo and Leo should slow down and take stock of their social energy. Libra and Capricorn look at long-term goals and relationships. Scorpio andContinue Reading