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Sparks a success

By DON TREUL editor@c-bstatesman.com
From 8 to 80, people of all ages attended the Sparks in the Park Fourth of July celebration at the Brownsboro City Park. The event was sponsored by Keep Brownsboro Beautiful, which will use any proceeds for park renovations. More...

Chandler talks limiting ordinance to garage sale sign regulation

By Loyd Cook Statemsan News

Members of the Chandler City Council held open discussions Tuesday, concerning the future regulation around garage sales within the city limits. The general consensus? More...

News

Parade highlight

Libby Baker, 2, waited patiently Saturday morning, July 4th, for the start of the parade for the "Sparks in the Park," held by the Keep Brownsboro Beautiful committee. More...

TxDOT roadwork schedule

The following Texas Department of Transportation projects are scheduled: Resurfacing work will conclude on F.M. 1803; Pavement repairs scheduled for Athens area Henderson County. More...

Health Short

Skin disease result of bacteria invasion
by Karlie Heckaman PA-C

Impetigo is a skin infection typically caused by one of two bacteria: group A streptococcus or staphylococcus aureus. These types of bacteria are normally found on a healthy person. More...

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School

Youth named 4-H National Delegates

After a preliminary application process that highlights the achievements, leadership, and involvement of the applicant in the 4-H Youth Development Program and community, followed by an interview with an AgriLife Extension 4-H and Youth Development More...

Marshall graduates from basic

Private Terry Marshall recently graduated basic training in Fort Knox, Ky as a 19Kilo tank driver. Marshall was assigned to Alpha Co. 2-18, one of the most recognized training groups in the Army. More...

Dazzlers dazzle at Dallas dance event

The Dazzlers and Dazzlers Elite competition team from 5-6-7-8 Dance Studio took top honors at National Dance Competition held in Dallas last week. More...

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Writer's Corner

WritersCorner

A NEW DAY WITH GOD As this night closes out this day, It will bring a new day my way. I know that God will send new blessings this day, For He has so much to show me and say. More...

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Whats Happening

What's Happening

Bears program ads on sale Advertisement spaces are now on sale for the 2009- 2010 Brownsboro Bear Football Program. Those who wish to purchase an ad for an athlete or business can contact any varsity cheerleader for a form. More...

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News of Record

Sheriff's Report

by Ray Nutt

* On Monday, June 29, 2009, the Henderson County Sheriff's Department received several reports of missing jet skis. The reports came from numerous callers in the Cherokee Shores sub-division off SH 198 in Payne Springs. More...

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Neches Battle memorial set

By DON TREUL editor@c-bstatesman.com

The annual Battle of the Neches memorial celebration hosted by the American Indian Cultural Society will be all day Saturday, July 11 at the battle site at Highway 64 and F.M. 4923 (about 15 miles west of Tyler). More...

BHS band students win top awards

Two Brownsboro High School Band students received top state awards in recent competition. More...

Church News

Revival set for July 19

Old Fashioned Tent Revival services will begin with Homecoming at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, July 19, at Forest Grove Baptist Church. Lunch will follow. Servies will be at 7 p.m. Monday to Wednesday, with the Rev. Byron Howard preaching. More...

Chandler U.M.C.

by Linda G. Keeling

"As God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience." Colossians 3:12 Compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience, the personal characteristics of Jesu More...

Lake Palestine U.M.C.

by Barbara Cade

Well, the 4th of July is behind us now, but it was an exciting and busy time for all. Thanks go out to everyone who had a part in making the festivities such a big success. More...

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Letters

Thank You Letters

Sparks Thanks to the community of Brownsboro, the "Sparks in the Park" event on July 4 was a great success! More...

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Sports

Top Flight

Bearettes shortstop named to TSWA's Class 3A first team
By Loyd Cook Statesman Sports

Randi Smith is freshly graduated from Brownsboro High School, a member of the Class of 2009. When you meet her, you know she's your girlnext door nice kid. She's also the Texas Class 3A's first team All- State shortstop in softball. More...

Deserving recognition

Loyd Cook Statesman Sports

As you see by the article on this page, Randi Smith was named to the first team All-State softball squad by the Texas Sports Writers Association last week. More...

Volentine, Bragdon shine in NTJPGA

Submitted by Alan Volentine

Two Brownsboro students are shining on the North Texas Junior PGA tour this summer. Trey Volentine plays in the 14 and 15 year old division, while Jared Bragdon plays in the 12 and 13 year old division. More...

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