South Carolina State

Breckenridge, TX

Columbus, OH

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Quanah, TX

Breckenridge Texan

Irma was born April 26, 1928, in Quanah, Texas, to Ralph Ingram and Clara Mae Wood. She married Isom “Ike” Allison on July 31, 1949. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; brothers, James Melvin Ingram, George Martin Ingram, and Alfred Ray Ingram; and son-in-law, Frank Loggains.

Irma Allison

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Guy Thomas, 70, of Breckenridge, Texas, passed away peacefully on June 24, 2024, at his residence. A memorial service for Guy will be scheduled in the near future. James “Guy” Thomas, Jr. was born on October 19, 1953, in Abilene, Texas. He was the second child and first son of James “Rock” Thomas, Sr and Jenny O’Docharty Thomas. He was our redheaded daredevil and absolutely fearless. He married Nelda Marie Walton on December 9, 2002, in Abilene, Texas. Their home was a refuge for anyone that was down on their luck and needed help. Guy was a strong person that met all challenges head on. He loved unconditionally and if you were his friend, his loyalty never wavered. His quick wit and sly grin were most endearing.

James ‘Guy’ Thomas

Kentucky State

On Friday, June 28, 2024, Nona Mae Springer passed away of natural causes. A memorial service in her honor will be held on Friday, July 12, 2024, at 2:00 p.m. at Rose Avenue Baptist Church in Breckenridge, Texas. Please wear her favorite color purple to help celebrate her life. Pastor Russell Brock will officiate services and a meal will follow.

Nona Springer

Waxahachie, TX

The Breckenridge Fine Arts Center’s main gallery was filled with children and critters last week when The Creature Teacher program came to town as part of the Breckenridge Library’s summer reading program. Emiley Brewer and Carley Baum from The Creature Teacher nature center in Waxahachie brought a collection...

Creatures from around the world entertain crowds at program hosted by Breckenridge library, fine arts center

Albany, TX

Moran, TX

Sherry Shack Skinner, 69 of Moran, passed away Friday, June 21, 2024. Funeral services will be held at 10a.m. Tuesday, June 25, at Bethel Assembly with Jeff Pleasant officiating. Interment will follow at the Albany Cemetery under the direction of Morehart Mortuary. Visitation will be held from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday, June 24, at Morehart Mortuary of Albany.

Sherry Shack Skinner

Massachusetts State

Camilo Díaz

(MA) Meet an amazing and loving Goldendoodle who is searching for his TRUE furever family. Waylon is a three-year-old pup who was put into rescue through no fault of his own. According to his Petfinder profile, Waylon originally grew up with a family of his own, but after that family got a new puppy they decided Waylon had to go. There are no further details provided, but it is lucky that Great Dog Rescue New England was there to give Waylon the chance at happiness he truly deserves!

Goldendoodle Surrendered To Rescue After Original Owners Get New Puppy

Texas State

This summer, the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department is once again urging boaters and paddlers to do their part to protect Texas lakes from aquatic invasive species during the heart of boating season. “While we want everyone to have a great time, we also want to avoid giving invasive species...

Boaters urged to ‘Clean, Drain and Dry’ to halt spread of zebra mussels, giant salvinia

Louisiana State

Our good neighbors to the east just passed a law to put displays of The Ten Commandments in every classroom in all Louisiana public schools. No doubt, this will be the catalyst that returns Louisiana society back to paths of righteousness as casino gambling, parimutuel betting, liquor sales, and Mardis Gras beads all become figments of the distant past.

Letter to the Editor: Beatitudes in every classroom

Coral Gables, FL

Edmond Thorne

Tragic End for South Florida Hispanic Building Tycoon Sergio Pino. Fort Lauderdale, FL - In a shocking turn of events, prominent South Florida homebuilder Sergio Pino was found dead in his Coral Gables home on Tuesday morning. The Miami-Dade County Medical Examiner's Office confirmed that Pino died from an apparent suicide.

South Florida Tycoon Dead After FBI Raids on Homes and Office

Chicago, IL

Foodie in Chicago

Shortly before 3 AM, people in the Chicago area may have felt their houses shake as a 3.4-magnitude earthquake occurred about 60 miles west of the city. (CHICAGO) The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported a 3.4-magnitude earthquake around Somonauk, IL. Somonauk is in DeKalb and LaSalle Counties, 64 miles west of Chicago.

Did You Feel the Earthquake?

Average gasoline prices in Texas have risen 5.9 cents per gallon in the last week, averaging $3.09/g today, according to GasBuddy’s survey of 13,114 stations in Texas. Prices in Texas are 4.7 cents per gallon higher than a month ago and stand 3.7 cents per gallon lower than a year ago. The national average price of diesel has risen 1.4 cents in the last week and stands at $3.77 per gallon.

Price of oil, hurricanes could lead to higher gas prices

Missouri State

Fulton, MO

CJ Coombs

Updated on July 17, 2024, concerning two of the missing children listed below. Bringing them home: for 40 years, the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) has been helping to locate missing children.

Seven teenagers have been missing in Missouri since June 2024

North Carolina State

Town Talks

Can You Park in Front of Someone’s Property in North Carolina?. Parking on crowded city streets and neighborhoods can be challenging, and many wonder if it's permissible to park in front of someone’s property. Here's a breakdown of North Carolina's parking rules:

Can I legally park in front of someone’s home? What North Carolina law says

Abilene, TX

When college students begin competing at the 2024 SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference on Monday, June 24, one of the competitors will be a student from Texas State Technical College’s Breckenridge campus. Kimberly Lozano-Ryman, a Vocational Nursing student from Anson who attends classes in Breckenridge, will be joined...

TSTC-Breckenridge student, four others to represent West Texas at SkillsUSA national conference

Illinois State

MOD Pizza has over 500 locations across the country with 22 restaurants in Illinois. The Washington-based chain offers fast-casual fare known for its customized, artisan-style pizzas. Customers can choose from over 40 toppings and 8 sauces to create their own masterpiece.

Bankruptcy Looms for Major Pizza Chain With Chicago Suburban Locations

Savannah, GA

Daily Coffee Press

Newly returned indictments in the Southern District of Georgia include felony charges for illegal firearms possession and drug distribution, while additional defendants have been sentenced to federal prison or await further proceedings after pleading guilty to federal gun charges.

Federal Charges in Southern GA: Indictments and Sentences for Firearms and Drug Offenses

It may seem like the last school year just ended, but the reality is, the Breckenridge Independent School District’s 2024-25 classes start in one month, on Aug. 7, and back-to-school related, community activities kick off later this week. The Blessing Room. The Christian Fellowship Church’s Blessing Room, at 810...

School starts in a month; back-to-school events kicking off soon

Oregon State

Saint Augustine, FL

Lisa S. Gerard

Brittany Tavar, 45, disappeared from her home in St. Augustine, Florida, on July 6, 2010. She was part of a large family scattered on the other side of the country. Brittany's friends in the area described her as generous and caring. Not only was she regarded as a kind person, she was known to help others in need.

Florida Woman Befriends Homeless Man in 2010; Both Tragically Vanish

Caddo, TX

South Bend, TX

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Olden, TX

Ranger, TX

Eastland, TX

Cisco, TX

Strawn, TX

Graham, TX

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Brett Taylor & Friends entertain crowd at final concert in National Theatre’s 2023-24 Performance Series

As Brett Taylor and his songwriting friends Richie Sessions and Neal Carpenter sat on the National Theatre stage in downtown Breckenridge, they genuinely seemed to be...

Brett Taylor & Friends entertain crowd at final concert in National Theatre’s 2023-24 Performance Series

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