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By Nathan Straus News Reporter Lin Lindsey has been a Murchison resident for 25 years. He was born in Newton County in Texas. "I moved to Murchison because I was looking for land," Lindsey said. Currently working for the Jacobs Engineering firm in Dallas, Lindsey makes the lengthy drive every day to his workplace. More ... Mays trial underway By Chad Wilson Editor The capital murder trial for Randall Wayne Mays began Monday at the Henderson County Judicial Complex in Athens with Judge Carter Tarrance of the 392nd District court presiding. Mays is accused of the May 2007 shooting deaths of two Henderson County Sheriffs department officers, Paul Halbelt and ... More ... Canton hit by tornado By Nathan Straus News Reporter Storm sirens blared in Brownsboro just past 9 am Friday, May 2, as a powerful storm front passed overhead. The ominous clouds culminated in a twister touchdown in Canton. Canton police officials said the tornado hit in Canton, causing damage between 8am and 9am. Ben Wheeler escaped the worst of t... More ... Mom deserves a picnic Checklist Charlie Have you ever tried smoked oysters? Probably not. Apparently, someone has been buying them all these years because the grocery store always has them in a small can right next to the anchovies. Unless, of course, it is the exact same can that's been sitting there all along. More ... Edom cemetery to hold special service By Nathan Straus News Reporter While our nation observes Memorial Day on May 26, the Edom Cemetery Association will observe its own Memorial Day this Saturday, May 10. Carolyn Hargrove, a steadfast volunteer for various Edom events, said the 150th anniversary last year was a huge deal. More ... Sales tax holiday Memorial weekend By Nathan Straus News Reporter Texas shoppers can save themselves from the sting of state and local sales taxes from Memorial Day weekend, May 24 to May 26. The sales tax holiday will apply to select energy efficient appliances with the Energy Star label. More ...
By Chad Wilson Editor Volunteer- One who offers himself for a service of his own free will. As time passes by volunteers are becoming rare. Most people want to be paid or highly recognized for the services they perform. More ... Stamp prices to increase on Monday, May 12 By Nathan Straus News Reporter Stamp prices are on the rise. The 41 cent stamp will take a one cent jump May 12 to 42 cents. To preserve the current price, the United States Postal Service will offer the Forever Stamp, a stamp good for mailing letters no matter the future costs of stamps. More ...
On Saturday, May 3, 2008, members from five chapters of the Delta Kappa Gamma Society International met together at Marvin United Methodist Church in Tyler for a joint Founders' Day Celebration and Brunch. Edwina Bulman, President of Alpha Eta chapter gave the welcome and introductions of chapter ... More ... Blueberry farm set to open May 24 By Nathan Straus News Reporter Echo Springs Blueberry Farm is almost ready to open its fields to the berry picking public. The farm's grand opening is June 14, but a preliminary opening is planned for May 24. Phyllis Vaseleniuck, co-owner of the farm, said May 24 is the first day the farm opens. More ... Meals on Wheels Menu May 12-16 (Milk served with meals) Orange Juice Served in Centers MON: Chicken nuggets w/sweet & sour sauce, rice, Oriental vegetables, wheat bread, orange TUES: Salisbury steak, scalloped potatoes, California blend vegetables, wheat bread, More ... Masonic Lodge to hold second annual car rally It's almost time for the second annual Rally on the Square, where as many as 125 vintage restored automobiles will be showcased at downtown Frankston. The rally will open at 9 am Saturday, May 17, and run till 3 pm. More ...
by Judy Johnson Marketing/PR Chair Cherokee District Scouting is alive and well in Cherokee District! Three counties make up Cherokee District: Henderson, Van Zandt and Kaufman. The Scouting program has impacted the lives of hundreds of boys throughout the years in this district. More ... Health Wise: Hungry children in County By Alyson Hoffman Do you know children in Athens who will go hungry this summer? Children in low-income communities are eligible to receive free or reduced-price meals during the school year through the National School Lunch and School Breakfast Programs. More ... News Briefs Mabank man set fire to storage units, apartment Mabank- Billy Barnes was arrested last Tuesday morning after apparently setting fire to 14 storage units and the onsite apartment of Mid Cities Storage in Mabank. Barnes was spotted running in and out of the burning flames before police subdued him. He was due to be evicted from the building the ... More ...
Courtesy Photo Wrangler Lane Coffey caught his 1st fish with the help of Uncle Tim, 44lb and a 22lb blues. The fish were caught on Lake Palestine. Pictured with Lane are Dad Justin Coffey and Uncle Tim Coffey. More ... Here's To You America The following individuals are proudly serving the United States of America in the Armed Forces. The Chandler, Brownsboro, Moore Station, Murchison and Lake Palestine communities are proud of you! For those who are serving overseas, we await your safe return. More ... |
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