August 29, 2019
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Author: Ena R.
Book Review | “Texas Flood: The Inside Story of Stevie Ray Vaughan”
Texas Flood: The Inside Story of Stevie Ray Vaughan by Alan Paul & Andy Aledort An oral biography that illuminates how far the inspiration of the virtuosic guitarist extends beyond music. In the late 1980s, Stevie Ray Vaughan (1954-1990) was on the verge of drugging and working himself to death; he was forced to face… Read More Book Review | “Texas Flood: The Inside Story of Stevie Ray Vaughan”
Operation Fork II
The question often pops up after the third beer. “Where is the world’s worst septic tank located?” Participants in the conversation would be limited to current and former members of the armed forces of the United States. Combat zones are not eligible for the title since the difference between the aroma of one Third World… Read More Operation Fork II
MOVIE REVIEW | “Angel Has Fallen”
It’s been a brutal summer for many franchises. Be it critically, commercially, and in many cases both, quite a few of the popcorn flicks that were meant to deliver the goods simply couldn’t hang in summer 2019. As we enter the final weeks of the season, we’re treated to one final franchise entry in the… Read More MOVIE REVIEW | “Angel Has Fallen”
Let’s Share Some Recipes
This holiday weekend is perfect for grilling. We hope you enjoy these three scrumptious recipes. Have a happy Labor Day weekend! You’ve earned it! THE LABOR DAY BURGER “Enjoy the end of summer with a burger with kick with The Labor Day Burger, my own creation. The bacon grease acts as a ‘glue’ and will… Read More Let’s Share Some Recipes
Abandoned, Dilapidated Houses Pose Threat to Health, Safety, Wallet
By BOB PALMER Jimplecute News Editor JEFFERSON – If you run the roads in Jefferson and Marion County, you might spot some of those old homes with holes in the roofs and weeds as tall as the front porch. “We’ve got several abandoned structures,” Jefferson Mayor Charles “Bubba” Haggard said. “We’re trying to deal with… Read More Abandoned, Dilapidated Houses Pose Threat to Health, Safety, Wallet
Commissioners Block Expanded Public Comments at Meetings
‘What Do They Do If We Don’t?’ – Joe McKnight By BOB PALMER Jimplecute News Editor JEFFERSON – Marion County Commissioners voted Monday to ignore a new state law permitting greater public participation in their meetings. “This is going to do away with any professionalism,” Commissioner Joe McKnight complained of the proposed “Rules of Procedure,… Read More Commissioners Block Expanded Public Comments at Meetings
February 28, 2019
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From the Pressbox | February 7, 2019
By Charlie Chitwood, Jimplecute Columnist We’re pretty used to it around here – at least since Mark Allen came in and stabilized the Lady Bulldog basketball program – Jefferson’s girls are headed back to the hoops playoffs. Harmony’s 14-0 walk through District 16-3A earned the Lady Eagles another district crown and set them up as… Read More From the Pressbox | February 7, 2019
