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Ken Bridges/Contributing writer The twentieth century transformed the United States from a moderate power only loosely involved in world affairs into a superpower where most questions of foreign relations revolved around American goals and intentions. Much of this transition began taking place during the period just before and just after WorldContinue Reading

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The Jefferson Bulldog basketball team is undefeated since starting the 2022-23 campaign on Nov. 18.  Most recently, they trounced New Boston 79-52 at home Tuesday night.  Luke Elder and Christian Love led the attack with 20 points apiece.  Chris Bowman chipped in 14 points.  Kenneth Ross had 13 points andContinue Reading

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The Jefferson Lady Bulldog varsity basketball team went 4-2 over the past week after a positive showing in the McLeod Tournament. Most recently, they topped Beckville on the road Tuesday night with a 43-35 final.  Jaida Bray led the attack with nine points and 13 rebounds.  Tauria Hood also scoredContinue Reading

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JH boys roll over  EF  Both Jefferson Junior High boys A-teams picked up wins Monday against Elysian Fields. The seventh grade Bullpups beat the Yellowjackets 64-13. Individual scorers included:   Jakyi Williams- 21 points.  Xander Kile- 15 points.  Braiden Ventimiglia- 6 points.  Kayden Grigsby- 6 points . Jeremiah Burton- 6Continue Reading

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On Tuesday, Officer’s of the Jefferson Police Department received the necessary training regarding their newly acquired Stop Sticks, a pursuit termination and pursuit prevention valued equipment. Texas Department of Public Safety, Sgt. Droddy and Sgt. Stewart provided the team with the necessary training to safely and most effectively deploy theContinue Reading

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By David Wall Well, your 2022 vegetable gardens are put to bed now, so it’s time to relax: right? Perhaps, but some of you are already thinking about what you might want to plant in 2023. Unfortunately, most of your local feed, hardware, and nursery garden stores have removed allContinue Reading

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June 7, 1938 – November 28, 2022 Graveside services for Walter Alexander Nichols 84 of Jefferson, Texas will be held Friday, December 2, 2022 at Kildare Cemetery in Kildare, Texas.  Walter A. Nichols “Jack” 84 years old formerly of Toledo, Ohio and longtime resident of Jefferson, Texas passed away NovemberContinue Reading

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Meetings VFW Fish Fry The Jefferson chapter of the Veterans of Foreign Wars will host their monthly First Saturday Fish Fry this weekend.   Set for 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 3, lunch will include fried fish, fries, coleslaw, beans and a drink— all for a $10 donation.Continue Reading

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Staff Report /Jefferson Jimplecute Those needing criminal legal assistance but are unable to afford an attorney will have two options next year for defense attorneys as the Marion County Commissioners approved two Indigent Attorneys during their regular meeting on Monday. Timothy Cariker will continue into next year and will be joinedContinue Reading

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Staff Report/Jefferson Jimplecute  The annual Jefferson Candlelight Tour of Homes kicks off this weekend.  Sponsored by the Jefferson Historic Foundation, the yearly event opened Thursday, Dec. 1.  Tours will take place Friday and Saturday from 4-8 p.m.  Home tours will resume next Thursday, Dec. 8.  Ensuing tours will be open nextContinue Reading

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Glenn Melancon/Contributing writer Now that the election is over, conservative smoke and mirror politics is evaporating right before our eyes.  Gas prices have dropped to $2.60 in North Texas.  Fox News has stopped spamming crime stories.  Retailers are slashing holiday prices and seeing record sales. Texas Governor Greg Abbott, however,Continue Reading