Marion County elevators to get an upgrade
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Elevators in the Courthouse Annex and Jail are going up – along with the costs of modernization – as Commissioners approved the single bid from Camco in Texarkana of $238,143. Both elevators have had numerous problems over the last several years requiring high maintenance costsContinue Reading
Bulldog ballers end run
The Jefferson Bulldog basketball team ended their playoff stretch Tuesday with a heartbreaking 42-41 loss to Hooks. The Dawgs ended the year 24-7 overall and 10-2 in district play, just one win short of the Regional Tournament. Jimplecute photos by Laura AllenContinue Reading
Our Town Jefferson
Meetings • Planning & Zoning, March 7, 5p • Marion County Republican Assembly, March 7, 6:30p, Mims • Special City Council, March 7, 6:30p, tentative • Strategic Plan Virtual meeting March 9, 6p • Commissioners Court, March 13, 9a • Tourism Board, March 13, 5:30p • JEDCO, March 14, 5:30pContinue Reading
The Original Maverick
Ken Bridges/Contributing writer Samuel Augustus Maverick came to Texas with a dream of making a fortune in land sales. In the process, he became one of the most memorable characters in the history of the state and an important figure in its early history. In the process, he became the originalContinue Reading
Thanks for supporting the DAR
To the editor, As a member of our local chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution, I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the Jimplechute’s thoughtful and generous coverage our recent American History Essay Contest. With the help of the JISD administration and teachers, the contest challengedContinue Reading
Chamber Gathering
Marion County Chamber of Commerce held their Monthly Breakfast Mixer on Tuesday at Magnolia Place. Those attending the mixer were able to introduce themselves and provide information on the businesses offerings. The mixer is the last Tuesday of each month.Continue Reading
Linden’s Stanley named to Dean’s List in U of A’s Fulbright College
Cade Stanley of Linden was named to the Fall 2022 Dean’s List in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas. Stanley joins nearly 2,500 additional Fulbright College students on the Fall 2022 Dean’s List. To qualify for the Dean’s List, students must achieve at leastContinue Reading
McClour’s album hits Number 8 on the Americana Charts
Sheridan Mears/Contributing writer Joe McClour was born in a small town in Oklahoma. Just like any other small country town, he was raised with good old fashion values. As time went on, he grew to love things of the new age. McClour explored all types of genres in the musicContinue Reading
23-24 Strutters named
The 2023-2024 roster for the Jefferson High School Strutters was announced earlier this week. New members include: Jocelyn Gomez Karly Long Kayla Thomas Aniyah Williams Sadaka Williams Returning members: Adrianna Blanton Carly Bolick Carson Bolick Brooke Burns Madison Davidson Eden Hopes Christiana Justice Tori WebsterContinue Reading
EDITORIAL: Can we do better?
Jefferson has long had a history of “interesting” politics. From street fights following, or during, council meetings, to behind the scenes “good ol’ boy” favors and actions, there’s always been something to “entertain.” In truth, it’s more like “embarrass” than “entertain.” The last few years we’ve seen an uptick inContinue Reading
Cynthia ‘Cindy’ Parr
Cynthia “Cindy” Parr was born November 13, 1948. She is preceded in death by her mother, Rhodessa Parr, her father, Harold Parr, and her brother Dennis Parr. Cindy is survived by her children, Dennis Youngblood and wife Michelle, Keith Youngblood and wife Caroline, Steven Youngblood, Dean Youngblood, Ginger Lovelady andContinue Reading
Peggy McNeely Reinhardt
Funeral Services for Peggy McNeely Reinhardt, 67, of Jefferson, Texas were held on Wednesday, March 1, 2023, at 3PM at the New Prospect Baptist Church in Jefferson, TX. with Rev. John Givens officiating and under the direction of Haggard Funeral Home. A time of visitation was held Tuesday, February 28, 2023,Continue Reading
Lent or Crawfish Season
Chef Hunter Lee/Tips & Tales With Chef Let’s get shakin !! As most of you know it’s CRAWFISH SEASON, most southerner’s favorite season. When you think crawfish surely you think of corn, potatoes, maybe mushrooms, garlic, and lemons. I think of the drinks I’ll be having with them if youContinue Reading
Capital Highlights
Street takeover spurs governor’s action Gov. Greg Abbott has created a statewide task force after several “street takeovers” recently took place in Austin in which motorists obstructed intersections, shot off fireworks and drove recklessly. Videos posted after the events showed vehicles doing donuts, crowds gathering around intersections, and people settingContinue Reading
Dixie donation
SWEPCO and Wilkes Power Plant made a $1,000 donation to the Jefferson Dixie Youth Baseball and Softball Association Tuesday evening. This year is a record year for the group with most playing levels having multiple teams. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, volunteering, or coaching a team, contactContinue Reading
County celebrates Texas Independence Day
What else would folks have to do on a rainy afternoon before a tornado showed up other than firing off a cannon? At 5pm Thursday downtown Jefferson residents heard what May have sounded like transformers blowing across town. But it was Tom Moss, David Durocher, and a number of onlookersContinue Reading
Tornado-like winds hit Berea, Kellyville area
Tornado-like winds came across FM729 just west of the intersection with Tx49 uprooting and snapping off trees, and felling power lines about 5:30p.m. Thursday. A National Weather Service Tornado Watch remains in effect until 10 p.m. Thursday evening. As of 6p, no injuries and limited property damage had been reported.Continue Reading
Softball Plays Tonight
The HOME softball games against Tatum originally scheduled for Tuesday (2/28/23) have been rescheduled for tonight (Monday, February 27). The JV will play at 4:30 PM, followed by the Varsity. The games will still be played at HOME! This is the DISTRICT OPENER for our softball team! There are onlyContinue Reading
Sign stirs controversy, Jimplecute takes exception to criticism
A billboard went up on Friday afternoon taking aim at Jefferson Alderman Hollis Shadden with little explanation. The digital sign was taken down in less than 24-hours. It was located near the intersection of FM 2208 and US59, outside the city limits. Online discussions have abounded over the sign withContinue Reading
Weekly Roadwork Report – February 26 – March 4, 2023
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