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Longview Kennel Club event to showcase breeds, obedience and diving
Longview is going to the dogs this weekend. The Longview Kennel Club’s 67th AKC Licensed All Breed Dog Show is Friday and Sunday, with contests looking for the “best of” in different competitions — the dogs that are most representative of their breeds; also a junior showcase that’s about how a young handler shows a dog instead of judging the dog itself; obedience competitions led by the Tyler Obedience Training Club; and a dock diving Event.
‘Now they know about Abilene’: DCOA president returns from economic development mission in Asia
ABILENE, Texas (KTAB/KRBC)- Development Corporation of Abilene CEO & President Misty Mayo recently returned to the States. Mayo is one of 28 delegates chosen to join Texas Governor Greg Abbott on a three-country economic development mission in Asia. While on the trip, she was able to make professional connections with hundreds of potential business partners […]
Concerns Growing Over Cocaine Sharks Appearing In Texas Waters
New data has revealed sharks near the coast of Brazil has been found to have cocaine in their systems. Some in Texas are now concerned that cocaine sharks could appear in the state. Here's what is known at the time of writing. Cocaine Sharks Possible In The State Of Texas?
Public works department employee termination decided at Lone Star city council meeting
, The Lone Star city council and Mayor Brianna McClain made the decision to terminate the public works department employee Gatlin Moore during their meeting on Thursday, July 18. Mayor McClain told the Bee that Moore has been with the city for about two and a half years and explained that “a lack of leadership and work performance is what ultimately resulted in this termination.” Besides Moore’s termination on the agenda, several items were discussed in length,with a number of them passing. They are as follows: • Renewal of 90-day wastewater contract with Charles Riley • Interlocal agreement with TML for cyber liability coverage • EDC renewal for Rudy Dudley to the Texas EDC membership • EDC to pay bill to Bowle and Lowery • Allocating funds to the Back to School back scheduled for August 3rd in City Park
Former Lone Star chief of police recovering after heart attack
The former police chief of Lone Star, Steven Blythe, is recovering from a surgery after a heart attack. Earlier this month, Blythe had brought up some questions in the community by submitting a formal resignation for his position as the police chief. There have not been any further comments on this from the Mayor or city workers. According to city council member and close friend of the Blythe family, Cyndi Andrews, Steven had a heart attack on Sunday, July 14. He was rushed to Titus Regional Medical Center in Mount Pleasant, where they ran tests on his heart. After seeing the results,...
Daingerfield local hosts book signing
, , , , , , , , , , , Daingerfield native Vernetta Castleberry hosted a book signing at New Birth Baptist Church in Lone Star on Saturday. Castleberry has published several books on Amazon, her two most popular ones being ‘Love Doesn’t have to Hurt - Learn to Love Again’ and ‘Sis, Stop Sleeping; It’s only an Illusion’. Both books feature in-depth discussions about the trauma of painful relationships, healing from abuse, and self-love. Several friends and family of Castleberry stood at a podium to speak proudly about her accomplishments as a published author. When Castleberry herself stood up to speak, she said, “These words, my pain was not just for me. It was for everybody. God wanted me to heal someone by writing these books. You ain’t gotta deal with it by yourself. Let us love one another.” Besides the book signing, there were several skits to bring up discussion about some of the books’ topics, a lunch, and worship.
Sports camp gets Morris County youth moving
, , , , , , , , , , , , , A youth sports camp got the kids out during summer vacation, getting them moving and ready for the upcoming school year. The event was coordinated by former NFL football player David Mims and the Morris County Collaborative Founder and Youth Development Chair Margine Mims. Margine said, “I want to thank the residents of Morris County for their support and for volunteering to help in any way. Your support of events like the Youth Sports Camp is what makes it a success and brings the community together, and I appreciate...
Shreveport honors 109 year old resident with parade
A parade for Elvira Helaire-Davis rolled down 5th Street in the MLK neighborhood last Saturday morning as Marshal James Jefferson stopped at a house with dozens of roses and a ‘Happy Birthday’ balloon. He was one of many, including former councilman Willie Bradford and State Rep. Joy Walters, who wanted to wish Helaire-Davis a happy 109th birthday. ...
Farmer Dies in Suspected Killer Bee Attack Near Huntsville, Texas
Bryce Harold Smith, 75, passed away on Wednesday, July 23, after being stung by numerous bees. The attack happened on the man's property just south of Bedias, Texas. According to a report from KCTV-5, Smith was stung approximately 60 times around the face and neck area. The lifelong resident of Bedias was clearing trees with a bulldozer when he apparently came into contact with the hive.
Man tries to run over woman during altercation
A Grambling man was arrested for aggravated battery after he allegedly attempted to run over a woman last Tuesday. Jesse L. Mayfield, 62, was arrested on numerous charges by Grambling Police after a woman reported to officers that he tried to run over, hit her with a stick, and stole her cellphone.
Newborn Found In Texas Dumpster, Another Abandoned In Vehicle
In a heart-wrenching discovery, a newborn baby boy was found abandoned in a dumpster behind an apartment complex in southwest Houston on Sunday. The incident has shocked the local community and drawn attention to the importance of Texas' Safe Haven law. The Rescue. The rescue unfolded around 2 p.m. when...
Louisiana Flood Threat Elevated – ‘Next Level’ Rains Likely
This is not the news that rain-weary residents of Lake Charles, Lafayette, Alexandria, Crowley, Eunice, and Opelousas wanted to hear. The Weather Prediction Center has once again placed the rainfall "bullseye" squarely on Louisiana and southwestern Louisiana in particular for strong storms with torrential downpours between now and early Friday morning.
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