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by Nathan Straus Shannan Bryant has lived in Tyler since she was 14. "I love Tyler," Bryant said. Born in Pasadena, Shannan married Ray Bryant and they have two kids. She works at the Rose Lawn Memorial Park. One of her favorite activities is cooking chili. Very much an outdoors person, Shannan has been to a fe... More ... Checklist Charlie Bald Eagles and Textbook-free History He flew within ten feet of our heads with a seven-foot wing span and soft brown feathers so close I could see them individually. "A bald eagle!" shouted Daniel, my son's friend. "So close we could touch him!" As that grand bird flew over us, he studied me so deliberately that I would have sworn ... More ... The doctor is in What is the difference between a D.O. and a M.D.? By Dr. Tom Cherry In the 21st century, there is not much difference in the practice styles of a D.O. (Doctor of Osteopathy, or "osteopath ") and an M.D. (Medical Doctor, or "allopath"). We both attend medical school, do additional training in similar if not identical facilities, and practice in similar if not ident... More ... The Uniqueness of You by Charles C. Hall, EdD "... if all men were alike, all thoughts alike ... could differences be abolished, sweet love were slain." - Greek Poet Who, other than a long ago, unnamed Greek poet could have expressed the above thought in the same way to make the point he did? Would there not have been a Wm. Shakespear... More ... Sales tax collections on the rise By Nathan Straus News Reporter The state sales tax collections have increased for the month of March over last year's. Texas is up 7.4 percent over March of 2007, accounting for a total $1.6 billion. Susan Combs, Texas Comptroller, said despite a slowing national economy, Texas' sales tax collections are steady. More ... Edward Jones Financial Advisor moves to new office Tony Kalawe of the financial services firm Edward Jones opened his new office on April 7 at 601 E. Corsicana St., Athens. Kalawe's phone number is 903-675-0245. Kalawe, who has been serving the area since 2005, said, "We are excited about our new location, and we're eager for our clients to visit... More ... UT Tyler Phi Kappa Phi Honor Chapter inducts members The University of Texas at Tyler Phi Kappa Phi Honor Society inducted 77 charter members, Dr. Muthukrishnan Sathyamoorthy, associate provost of academic affairs, announced. Founded in 1897 at the University of Maine, Phi Kappa Phi is the nation's oldest, largest and most selective honor society ... More ... McAteer, Wilson graduate Kilgore Fire Academy Kilgore College Fire Academy recently held graduation of Colleges and Schools. The academy offers certification schools for NFPA 1001 Basic ceremonies on Monday for 27 students. More ... Brownsboro Police to participate in statewide mobilization By Nathan Straus News Reporter Brownsboro Police Department will take part in two education and enforcement efforts starting around summer time. These mobilizations were requested by the Texas Department of Transportation and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Region 6 office. More ... BISD School Board voting underway By Nathan Straus News Reporter Early voting for the Brownsboro Independent School Board of Trustees has started. Early voting began April 28 and will end May 6. Election Day is May 10. There are two positions up for grabs on the board this time around. Candidates are Bobby Lankford, Ricky Wyatt and Becky Grantham. More ... Early voting taking place in Chandler By Nathan Straus News Reporter The Chandler City Council elections are underway and into the early voting period. Early voting started April 28 and will continue till May 6. Election Day voting on May 10 will go from 7 am to 7 pm at the Chandler Community Center. Early voting will be at Chandler City Hall from 8 am to 5 pm eac... More ...
THANK YOU! THANK YOU! THANK YOU! The Pancake Supper on April 24 was a great success. How wonderful to see so many of you support Lion efforts, and to visit with friends over a simple, unrushed meal. The funds will further support our efforts for the Kids Camp in Kerrville, educational and summer projects, and upcoming fall activi... More ... Meals on Wheels Menu May 5-9 (Milk served with meals) Orange Juice Served in Centers MON: Salisbury steak/ gravy, rice, mixed vegetables, wheat bread, mixed fruit cup TUES: Baked chicken, new potatoes, seasoned spinach, wheat bread, More ... Cabbage craze Margie Wright, a resident of the Forest Grove subdivision south of Chandler, found an unusual sight in front of West Lake Baptist Church on south FM 315. A few months ago she was surprised to see several flats of cabbage plants left by the Bonnie Plants company. 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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