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ATHENS, Texas — In May, the Lake Fork Trophy Bass Survey continued its run as the most successful program of its kind. Since the survey began in March 2003, anglers have reported catching more than 10,000 trophy largemouth bass from the 27,000 acre reservoir. More ... On the weekend of May 23, an unknown person or people stole nine 16- foot Wolmanized utility poles from a business in the 1000 block of North Temple Drive. These poles were new and would have to have been loaded on a trailer when taken. More ... NACOGDOCHES - The Mast Arboretum at Stephen F. Austin State University will host its monthly Les Reeves Garden Lecture Series at 7 p.m. Thursday, June 18, in the Agriculture Building Room 110 on Wilson Drive. Dr. More ... J.S. Moore Building has been named Angelina Beautiful/Clean June Beautification Winner. The J.S. Moore Building is recognized for achievement in helping to beautify the Angelina County area by landscaping, building improvement, architectural design, new construction or other means which enhances the beauty of our part of Texas. More ... Curtis Spivey called to check on cross the way neighbor Wayne Hamilton and Curtis was highly perturbed. It seems he is very upset because he cannot do much work as he did when he was a younger man. I laughed at him because many of us who are older than 60 cannot do what we once did. It is aggravating but what can we do about it? More ... FIFTH in the state of Texas! That's quite an honor for a 13-year-old. Lawren Scarborough recently competed for the first time in Wrangler's Junior High Rodeo finals in Gonzales. He participated in Team Roping and Breakaway and lacked two points being eligible to participate in the national finals. More ... The Mosaic Center is busy planning Family Fun Day at Ratcliff Lake on June 20 for their graduates and their families from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. They have had a good response and have about 60 graduates and family members and 40 volunteers attending! They still have some needs for the event and hope you can help. More ... Republicans already are trying to confer "ownership" of the economic recession on President Obama. They suddenly have forgotten that their last president inherited a (much milder) downturn back in 2001 and never really did come to grips with it, instead turning his back and whistling a happy tune while robber barons stole the country blind. More ... Liberal economists such as Paul Krugman and James Galbraith continue to insist that President Obama isn't spending enough in his attempts to stimulate the economy and get the country - and the rest of the world - out of the continuing doldrums that are hanging over us all. More ... So, you got a speeding ticket from the Department of Public Safety and your fine is due in 10 days. You are struggling with a slow economy, your rent is due, groceries need to be purchased, it's your daughter's birthday and you have to see the dentist. More ... AUSTIN - After the 81st session of the Texas Legislature ended on Monday, June 1, Texas PTA had good reason to celebrate. The organization advocated for and secured passage of several key pieces of legislation, proving again that it is a powerful voice for Texas children. More ... At home, you can lock your doors. When it comes to your car, you can activate the alarm system. But what can you do to protect your identity? Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes in America. Someone illegally using your Social Security number and assuming your identity can be more trouble than a car thief or house burglar. More ... Things are really hopping around here for the Texas Summer Reading Club, ages 3-11. First, they were visited by Chicken Dog and his juggling master. Then, last week it was a wonderful visit for 185 children and parents from Mr. Puppet. This week, Thursday, June 18, at 2 p.m. the kids will enjoy a magic show with the famous Magician, Mr. Todd McKinney. More ... Caddo Lake, the only natural lake in Texas and designated a wetland of international importance by the RAMSAR convention, is threatened by invasive aquatics like giant salvinia and water hyacinth. More ... April was Conference 2009 at the Hall of Fame Convention Center, Nashville, Tenn. David and Kim Davidson, administrator and acting director of nursing, attended and were honored and recognized with several awards: Kim for five years of service; Trinity Mission for Mixmasters Excellence; Life Enrichment Program and also for being in survey compliance. More ... |
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