January 15, 2009 RSS feed / Front Page

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Vigilant victim helps bust vehicle burglars

By Nathan Straus Statesman News
Chandler has been hit by a string of vehicle burglaries the last few months, but the worst of it may be over thanks to the actions of a Chandler resident who was victimized by the burglars. More...

BVFD makes first ESD withdrawal

By Nathan Straus Statesman News

Brownsboro Volunteer Fire and Rescue made its first draw request for Henderson County ESD Number Five Thursday, January 8. The request came as part of the regular monthly meeting of the Emergency Services District board. More...

News

Chandler LionsDen

Happy New Year to All and Welcome 2009

The Chandler Lions were very busy during December, and now we're thinking forward to 2009 and planning upcoming activities. More...

Meals on Wheels Menu

Jan. 19 - 23 (Milk served with meals) Orange juice served in centers MON: Chicken nuggets/ sauce, rice pilaf, broccoli, wheat bread, Mandarin orange cup TUES: Salisbury steak, scalloped potatoes, California blend vegetables, wheat bread, More...

Getting the big picture

by Larry Hodge

ATHENS, Texas - The Holiday Inn Express of Athens and the Texas Freshwater Fisheries Center are working together to promote the fisheries center and visitation to Athens. More...

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School

Brownsboro Junior High School STUDENTS OF THE WEEK

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Brownsboro ISD MENU

(Milk served with meals) Jan. 19 - 23 NOTE: Changes due to deliveries, calendar changes, holidays, etc., will be announced. BREAKFAST All Schools (Choice of cereal offered daily. More...

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Obituaries

Ardith "Butch" Lewis

Graveside services for Ardith Miles Lewis, 94, Tyler, were held at 11 a.m. Thursday, January 8, 2009, at Tyler Memorial Park Cemetery with Chaplain David Hicks officiating. More...

Ralph Carroll

Ralph Carroll of Cummings, Ga., formerly of Brownsboro passed away Sunday. His sister, Billie of Baxter was buried Friday. Ralph will be cremated with services in Georgia. He is preceded in death by his wife, Lula Buck Carroll. More...

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Writer's Corner

Writers' Corner

If you have a poem, song lyrics or a short story and you would like to share it with the readers of The Statesman now is your chance. Email or mail us your submission and look The Veteran Who Served Quiet in his solitude at his Post Home. More...

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Sports

Brownsboro rumbles past Eustace

By Melissa Gaona Statesman Sports

The Brownsboro Bears came out on top against Eustace 66-38, after what seemed like a close game beginning in the first quarter. More...

Brownsboro youngster named MVP

Morgyn Fulgham was named MVP of the 2001 Texas Elite Machine Pitch Select softball team. The team is based out of Mansfield, TX and composed of 11 players from all over the metroplex. More...

BMC baseball and softball meeting

BMC Youth Foundation will be having its organizational meeting for boys' baseball and girls' softball on Sunday, January 25, at 3:00 in the Chandler Community Center. Any parent or coach who wishes to be involved this spring is invited to attend. More...

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News of Record

Search warrant issued, items seized

Sheriff's Report by Ray Nutt

On 01-12-09, Henderson County Sheriff 's Department drug enforcement unit officer Collard presented an affidavit for a search warrant for a residence in Oak Harbor, Gun Barrel City, Texas. More...

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BISD calls a board meeting to deal with deficit

By Nathan Straus Statesman News

The Brownsboro Independent School District Board of Trustees discussed plans for a called board meeting Monday night. More...

Commissioners' Court to appoint members to Fair Park board

By Nathan Straus Statesman News

The Henderson County Commissioners' Court discussed the need to appoint members to openings in two Fair Park board positions. This came as part of the court's weekly meeting. More...

Church News

Church to host Gospel Concert

Fellowship Baptist Church on Loop 7 in Athens will host a Southern Gospel Concert Sunday, January 25 at 6:00 p.m. The public is invited to attend this free concert, featuring the Lifeway Trio of Athens. More...

Brownsboro F.U.M.C.

by Gary White

As we say goodbye to 2008 and roll out the red carpet for '09, I can't help but look back at the past year and be amazed at all that's gone on in our church and community. More...

St. Boniface Catholic

Sue Beams

Members of St Boniface Catholic Church celebrated the Baptism of the Lord on January 11, 2009. This feast might be seen as the summary of the entire liturgical year. Fr. Luke blessed the water to be used to remind us all of our own baptism. More...

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Letters

Dear Editor,

Dear Editor, I just couldn't let another day go by without telling you about the wonderful community of Brownsboro in which I live. Christmas is a particularly difficult time of year for me as I lost my husband Daner a few years ago. More...

Dear Editor,

Dear Editor, This is to the person or people that stole my pot plant from the New Hope United Methodist Church on FM 314 North. I am praying for you. More...

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Whats Happening

What's Happening

February 5 the CBACC will host its annual auction and banquet award ceremony. Tickets are available from Chamber members Fellowship Baptist Church on Loop 7 in Athens will host a Southern Gospel Concert Sunday, January 25 at 6: More...

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Historical

The oldest town in Texas?

By Bob Bowman

For longer than most of us can remember, Texans have been squabbling over which community is the state's oldest. More...

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