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Flu season starting slow this year
HENDERSON, Texas (KETK) – Flu season is upon us once again, but so far local schools are reporting low cases. The flu typically starts to manifest in October and can extend all the way until spring. Symptoms of the flu include fever, chills, cough, sore throat, runny or stuffy nose, muscle aches, headaches, fatigue and sometimes […]
Court considers 911 contract and life-saving equipment
A 911 agreement with Allegiance Mobile Health and purchasing automatic electronic defibrillators for the courthouse led the special meeting of the Shelby County Commissioners Court held Monday, Sept. 30. Justin Cude, Vice-President of Allegiance, addressed the court on behalf of the ambulance service in its desire to have the 911...
Joaquin ISD receives “A” FIRST Rating
Joaquin ISD receives “A” FIRST Rating Submitted News@lightandchampion.com Community Thu, 10/10/2024 - 05:50 Image Body Joaquin ISD is pleased to announce an “A=Superior Achievement” rating for the 2023-24 School Financial Integrity Rating System of Texas (FIRST). A financial management report explaining our FIRST rating will be presented during the regular scheduled board meeting on Monday, October 21, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Joaquin ISD Board Room. This rating is based on actual financial data from 2022-23 and is used by the Texas Education Agency in assigning accreditation status. During this report time, the public is welcome to make comments and discuss the FIRST report.
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