City working on water pressure issue
8:15a Friday March 15 The City of Jefferson is aware of the low water pressure issue affecting most of the city this morning. There is not at ETA on repair…
DHS seeking students for intern program
Press Release Do you know students who are interested in working with the Federal Government? The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is seeking students majoring in STEM fields related to…
2024 Primary Election Results
V. Hugh Lewis II Marion County Primary election results are in with a 25.35% voter turnout and all 10 precinct boxes reporting. There are still 30 absentee ballots outstanding and…
Marion County Primary Voting Results
With Early Voting, Absentee Ballots, and Lone Oak box reporting: Commissioner Pct 3 Ralph Meisenheimer 88 Paul Webb 57 Chair Republican Party Republican Party Chair Hunter 478 Republican Pct 1…
Grant support offered to FOJA
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Marion County Commissioners approved to support Friends of Jefferson Animals (FOJA) during Monday’s regular meeting. Commissioners approved offering up to $10,000 in matching funds for…
Election Day is Tuesday
V. Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute Super Tuesday is March 5 in Texas as registered voters head to the polls for the primary elections. Polls will be open from 7a-7p at…
County luncheon
Marion County Judge Leward LaFleur, above right, on left, and his father Leward, took time out last Friday to make chicken and sausage gumbo for all county employees. LaFleur says…
Weekend filled with events
V Hugh Lewis II/Jefferson Jimplecute There’s no shortage of things to do this weekend in Marion County, even though Spring Break is still over a week away. The weekend starts…
From the Left: Importance of Primary Elections
Glenn Melanconn I’m often asked, “Should I vote in the Texas primary election?” Yes, you should. Your vote is a reward for the past and hope for the future. First,…
Meeting Sir Burgess Burgoyne
Rick Smith/Columnist I met Sir Burgess Burgoyne for the first time in Little Rock, Ark. He introduced himself as “Burgess.” No title. No last name. I read in the Arkansas…
Texas History Minute: Worth was dedicated to Texas, nation
Dr. Ken Bridges/Columnist The City of Fort Worth, a beloved Texas city sometimes known as “Cowtown” or “Where the West Begins,” has a storied past that has helped shape the…
Gerald “Jerry” F. Cavalier
December 7, 1942-February 15, 2024 Gerald (Jerry) F. Cavalier came into this world on December 7, 1942. He left this life peacefully on February 15, 2024, surrounded by family. Jerry…
Mary Ann Miles
May 31, 1947-February 26, 2024 Mary Ann Miles passed away on February 26, 2024, in Nacogdoches, Texas, at the age of 76. She was born May 31, 1947 in Jefferson,…
Gardening: Try milk in your garden
David Wall/Contributing Writer Powdered milk is made by evaporating milk until only a powder remains. A major benefit for gardeners is the powder is rich in calcium, and other nutrients…
Eclipse event planned
Marcia Thomas/Contributing Writer Jefferson’s Opera House Theatre Players is planning a little “Jefferson Solar Eclipse Party Watch”on Monday, April 8 at the city’s Lions Park. The group was intrigued with…
Food: Lighter Spring dishes in the forecast
Chef Hunter Lee Let’s get shakin’ Well, we have now laid Mardi Gras and Carnival Season 2023 to rest. A lot of us are gearing up for lent! With Easter…
Nutrition: Cherokee Corn makes difference in traditional bake
Tim Scallon/Registered Dietitian Nutritionist I recently had the opportunity to visit the Heritage Museum in Rusk, Texas. The wealth of artifacts and memorabilia and the knowledgeable and entertaining presentation by…
Eat, Drink, Gather: March 1, 2024
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…