“I’m a big fan of your paper,” said the caller Saturday night. “I love the whole paper.” A Jimplecute reader left a voicemail asking for us to call him back. We often tell our customers, when they can’t find us in the office, to send us an email or call us. We will receive their… Read More Marion County Residents Have the Right to Know

The past two weeks have brought out some the best and some of the worst of our community. We witnessed dogs kept in unspeakable conditions. Jefferson Police Chief Gary Amburn said evidence at the animal shelter operated by Dixie Humane Society (now known as Humane Society of Marion County) off SH 49 indicated “grievous violations”… Read More Animal Control Solution Must be Properly Funded

Jefferson has a history of tourism directors with tenures less than one trip around the sun. Kevin Godfrey is the latest in the long line of those who only stayed for a cup of coffee at Jefferson’s Tourism Department. In the most robust economy of the 21st century, so far, it would be best for… Read More Jefferson Must Look ‘Beyond’ Present Tourism Re-deal

This is not the last remake of “Young Frankenstein.” Torch waving villagers won’t storm the castle demanding, “Throw the monster out.” Neither, do we have a town hall form of government where everyone has a vote and a voice on all matters municipal. Kevin Huckabee’s continued employment as city administrator rests with only two parties.… Read More Farewell, Kevin Huckabee