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Cook of the Week
by Nathan Straus
      Shoppers at Y's Hometown Foods in Brownsboro may catch employee Debbie Grisham during the daytime routine. Debbie has worked at Y's for two years now. "I've lived in Brownsboro for 18 years," Grisham said. "I used to work at Boyd's Southwest Toys in Tyler.
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Looks who's new
Cody Wayne Allen
      Cliff and Erica Allen of Chandler are proud to announce the birth of their son, Cody Wayne Allen. Cody was born January 23, 2008 at Trinity Mother Frances Hospital. He weighed pounds, 14 ounces, and was 20 inches in length. Cody was welcomed home by his big sister Courtney, and his big brother De...
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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.
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Edom Civic Theatre holds annual awards banquet
      The Edom Civic Theatre concluded the 11th season with the annual Edey awards Banquet held January 26, 2008 at Willow Brook County Club in Tyler. A seated dinner preceded presentations of awards for the season's productions, including certificates to all cast and crew members. Sherry Parker, an EC...
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BISD energy savers announced
      The Brownsboro Independent School District Energy Savers award winners were announced January 25. The winners, faculty and staff who contributed to decreased energy costs for school facilities during the Christmas break, received $25 for winning energy saving coupons.
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Stroke and Osteoporosis Screening coming to Chandler February 18
      Residents living in and around the Chandler, Texas, community can be screened to reduce their risk of having a stroke. The complete screening package now includes a new Heart Rhythm screening, checking for irregular heartbeat which is a major risk factor for stroke.
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Ashley, Brooks unite in marriage on January 3
      Ashley Brooks and Corey Ashley were united in marriage January 3, 2008, at 3:00 p.m., in Las Vegas, NV. The bride's parents are, mother, Stella Baker, Tenaha, Texas and James Brooks, Tenaha. Her grandparents are Joyce Brooks and the late Marlin Brooks, Tenaha.
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Monk, Arnold announce engagement
      Mr. David Monk and Ms. Marilyn Monk of Chandler are pleased to announce the engagement and approaching marriage of their daughter, Allyson Diane, to Brian Joseph Arnold, son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Miles of Chatfield, Texas, and Mr. and Mrs. Lester Arnold of Magnolia, Texas.
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Meals on Wheels
Menu February 11-15
      (Milk served with meals) Orange Juice Served in Centers MON: Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, breaded okra, roll, sliced peaches TUE: Chicken quesadilla, pinto beans, Spanish rice, wheat bread, mixed fruit cup WED: Chicken fried steak, gravy, golden hominy, broccoli with cheese, roll,
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VZ County Genealogical Society prepares for seminar
by Sibyl Creasey
      The Van Zandt County Genealogical Society is currently preparing for an all-day genealogical seminar to be held on Saturday, April 26, 2008, from 8:45 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Church of Christ fellowship hall located on Hwy 243 in Canton.
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Awards given at VZCGS meeting
Jane Gamon
      The January meeting of the Van Zandt County Genealogical Society was held January 26, 2008 at the Buchanan Room at the Van Zandt County Library in Canton. The new officers for the coming year were installed by Martha Heard. She installed each officer with flowers that represented the character of...
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Lions Den Chandler
Bring rays of light to millions
      For more than 85 years, Lions have been recognized throughout the world for their services to the blind and visually impaired. In 1925, when Helen Keller challenged the Lions to become "Knights of the Blind," she could not have possibly imagined the impact of Lions' commitment to blindness prevent...
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Checklist Charlie
Valentines Fantasy - Female
      Heads up, guys, Valentine's Day is next week. Today's column is for guys only. If you are female, do NOT read any further. Unless, of course, you want to clip it and stick it under his nose for some notso subtle hinting.
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Host families needed for student program
      High school exchange students from all around the world are waiting for host families. They will arrive in the East Texas area in August. The students have their own spending money and health insurance. Host families need only to furnish a home, meals and love.
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Chandler Nursing Ctr.
by Gretta Uzzell
      Change is in the air here at our facility! A good change, that is! What is the saying, "You are never too old for change"? We are planning a special fish lunch for those wonderful Lions Club members on the 22nd. We appreciate them so much for everything that they do!
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