Several theories as to the source of the name have been floated, among them: Regarded as one of the nation's historic newspapers, archived editions are available at the Library of Congress.

[5] In June 2015, the Jimplecute's entire staff quit in a dispute over pay, announcing plans to start a rival publication.

"[6] In 2020, the newspaper gained national attention when it published an obituary that blamed United States President Donald Trump, Texas Governor Greg Abbott, and others for the death of a man from complications of COVID-19.

[7] On Friday, July 17, 2020, the paper's digital portal (www.jimplecute1848.com), as well as their Facebook account, went offline without any advance warning or announcement.

[9] Lewis and Lewter, both having been editors of the Jimplecute at varying times in its past, partnered to acquire the publication and now operate it as co-publishers.