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FFA Forestry Team
On April 20, five members of the Daingerfield FFA traveled to Nacogdoches to compete in the Texas FFA State Forestry CDE (Career Development Event) Contest which was held at Angelina National Forest. The forestry contest is intended to create an awareness and understanding of the value of properly managed woodlands and to promote a greater appreciation of woodlands as renewable natural resources. The event is designed around curriculum covered in agricultural science courses, and encourages students to learn various methods of forestland management. Along with identification of both hardwood and pine species, team members evaluate sites for best management practices based on environmental factors, analyze plots for future production, product volume and identify plant species and their effects on timber-forage-wildlife relationships. The Daingerfield FFA Forestry team was composed of DJHS eighth grader Rachael Walker, DHS freshmen Riley Zachgo and Elijah Harrison, and DHS senior Salvador Velasquez. They placed sevententh in the state competition out of 56 teams. The Daingerfield FFA Forestry team was coached and trained by DHS agricultural science teacher Kahyon Freeman.
The Buzz
Book Sale The Hughes Springs Area Public Library is holding an ongoing book sale during library hours. Suggested donations are one dollar per hardback and twenty-five cents per paper back book. Roceeds will be used for the library activities and supplies. Community Blood Pressure Clinic Thornton Healthcare Management will be hosting a Community Blood Pressure Clinic the second Thursday of each month at the community city in Hughes Springs. The clinic will be from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m. Sack lunches, dessert, and drinks will be provided. APRIL 27-29 Art & Photography Show and Treasure Hunt A three- day Treasure Hunt and Art & Photography Show will...
Morris County Jail Log, April 9-15
• Memphis James Sanders, of Rowlett, was arrested by Morris County deputies on a bench warrant. April 11 • Malcolm Douglas Pippins, of Daingerfield, was arrested by Morris County deputies for four years in Texas Department of Corrections for driving while intoxicated-third or more. • Jon Orion Naron, of Daingerfield, was arrested by Naples police for possession of a controlled substance, penalty group 1/1B ( less than one gram), driving while license invalid, and expired motor vehicle registration. • Cornal Wayne Wilkerson, of Naples, was arrested by Naples police for violating a protective order. • Charles Ray Hargett, Jr., of Daingerfield, was arrested by Lone...
Lady Tigers recognize seniors
, Daingerfield’s Alexis Williams slides into home under the tag in her final game as a Lady Tiger on April 18. Williams was one of two seniors recognized for their contributions prior to the game. Sayda Suastegui, 12, makes a catch as teammate Alyssa Dorough looks on in a matchup with New Diana April 18. Suastegui and fellow senior Alexis Williams were honored prior to the game, which was the final game of their high school careers
Early voting underway ahead of May 6 municipality elections
Voters have the opportunity to influence local governments, as early voting for the May 6 election opened on April 24. Voters will have their say on numerous council and board positions, as well as on one local option election in Daingerfield. Below are overviews of the positions or options up for vote, as reported by each municipality. City of Daingerfield There are three council positions on the ballot for Daingerfield City voters to decide on. Currently, Mike Carter, Duane Grissett and Bob Thorne hold the seats that are up for grabs. Grissett and Carter will both seek re-election to their positions. They will...
THE BUZZ
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will conduct a prescribed burn sometime between January 2023 and April 2023 at Daingerfield State Park. For additional information, call 903-645-2921. ONGOING Book Sale The Hughes Springs Area Public Library is holding an ongoing book sale during library hours. Suggested donations are one dollar per hardback and twenty-five cents per paper back book. Roceeds will be used for the library activities and supplies. Community Blood Pressure Clinic Thornton Healthcare Management will be hosting a Community Blood Pressure Clinic the second Thursday of each month at the community city in Hughes Springs. The clinic will be from 11 a.m. until 1...
Hughes Springs “Cash for Trash” deemed a success
, Drive any stretch of road in the area, and you will likely find an abundance of trash on the side of the road. A recent event held in Hughes Springs wrapped up recently that was aimed at helping eliminate some of the unsightly mess. Organizer Jolene Turner organized a “Cash for Trash” event that ran from March 13 through April 11. The idea was that groups would gather trash on the roads throughout the Hughes Springs area and submit them as part of the cleanup process. “A few months ago, when at lunch with friends I brought up the idea of...
Morris County Jail Log, April 2-8
• Brandon Keon Samples, of Dallas, was arrested by Daingerfield police for assault causing bodily injury to a family or household member, interfering with an emergency call, theft of property (greater than or equal to $100 but less than $750), aggravated assault with a deadly weapon, and assault of a family or household member by impeding breath. April 3 • Kristine Rae Traylor, of Pittsburg, was arrested by Lone Star police for public intoxication. April 4 • Ladaysha Monet Jimmerson, of Daingerfield, was arrested by Daingerfield police for failure to identify a fugitive with intent, criminal mischief (greater or equal to $100 but less than $750), disorderly conduct, resisting arrest, search, or transport. • Darion Rashad Rushing, of Austin, was arrested by Daingerfield police for failure to appear on a charge of assault causing bodily injury of a family or household member. • Gentry Montoya Alexander, of Daingerfield, was arrested by Daingerfield police for assault causing bodily injury to a date or family member. April 6 • Kevin Oppermann was arrested by Daingerfield police for burglary of a habitation. • Shanna Baxley was arrested by Daingerfield police for burglary of a habitation. • Johnny Lee Baxley, of Daingerfield, was arrested by Daingerfield police for burglary of a habitation.
Morris County Marriage Licenses-March
The following couples applied for and were issued marriage licenses by Morris County Clerk Brittany Andrews’ office in March. Arron Roach and Justice Murphy were wed on March 4. Clarence Moore and Martha Pricer were wed on March 12. Jarred Tucker and Kiersten Wiley were wed March 18. Jack Moore and Tonia Macphee were wed on March 31.
Pewitt sends 15 to area track meet; Brahma boys finish 2nd overall
Pewitt’s track team headed to Atlanta for the 14-3A District Meet last week, with 15 Brahmas and Lady Brahmas preparing for a trip back to Atlanta for the upcoming 13-14 3A Area Meet. As a team, the Brahmas finished second in the team standings while the Lady Brahmas finished fourth. The JV Brahmas finished fifth. Atlanta won all three divisions. Queen City and Hooks finished second and third in the JV division and Queen City and DeKalb finished second and third in the varsity girls division and tied for third in the varsity boys division. The top four finishers in each event...
Tigers, Mustangs split two games
, , , , The Hughes Springs Mustangs and Daingerfield Tigers faced off for their first of two district matchups on the diamond on April 11 in Daingerfield. The Tigers jumped on Mustang starter Trenton Pemberton for six runs in the first inning enroute to a 6-3 win. The two teams met again April 14 in Hughes Springs. In the sequel, played at Hughes Springs, the Mustangs flipped the script for a 7-2 victory. April 11 Hughes Springs: 3 Daingerfield: 6 The Tigers scored six runs in the first inning off Mustang starter Trenton Pemberton. Pemberton recorded one out through a fly...
Collaborative holding Town Hall meeting, Grand Opening
The Morris County Collaborative is continuing to work to bring the citizens of Morris County together and will soon host two events that are set to help in those efforts. On April 29, from 8 a.m. until noon, the Collaborative will host a Town Hall Community Gathering at the Pewitt High School Auditorium. Th gathering, titled “Building a Stronger Future Together,” will give Morris County residents the opportunity to make connections with and give their input to Collaborative members. The Texas A&M Learning Team will briefly share information from the first three years’ evaluation report followed by breakout sessions designed to...
Leftwich found guilty of sexual assault of delivery driver
Timothy Jan Leftwich has been sentenced to prison for the sexual assault of a delivery driver. Leftwich will receive 20 years in prison and $30,000 in fines. In an earlier story published in December of 2020 by then, Journal-Sun reporter Lacy Gross the Hughes Springs man was accused of sexually assaulting a woman while she was making a delivery to his home. At the time, Leftwich, then 59, was arrested by Cass County Sheriff ’s deputies and charged with second-degree sexual assault. According to the arrest affidavit, investigators were called to an emergency room in Texarkana on November 22 in response to...
Meet Bill & Joyce Wilson:
, Northeast Texas is ripe with vast areas of countryside and thick woods as well as irreplaceable bottomland hardwood forests which provide habitat for native species and Texas wildlife. The land is nurtured by farmers, ranchers, and families who have owned property for generations, as well as some who have moved to the region in recent years to build a life and a home. Bill and Joyce Wilson, the founders of Wilson Combat and owners of Lehigh Defense, fall into the latter category as they purchased 8,600 acres in the far-right corner of the Lone Star State and moved there from...
Morris County Jail Log, March 26-April 1
• Timothy James Fails, of Omaha, was arrested by Morris County deputies on a motion to appear on a charge of possession of a controlled substance, penalty group two ( less than one gram). March 29 • Wendell Blake Ferris, of Daingerfield, was arrested by Morris County deputies for fraudulent firearm and ammunition. March 30 • Blaze Matthew Johnson, of Cookville, was arrested by Naples police on a parole hold. • Hosse Lee Lumpkin, of Jackson, Miss., was arrested by Daingerfield police for disorderly conduct. • Justin Beasley, of Naples, was arrested by Naples police for unauthorized use of a vehicle. March 31 • Bellevia Denise Newberry, of Gilmer, was arrested by Morris County deputies on a substance abuse felony punishment facility hold.
THE BUZZ
The Texas Parks and Wildlife Department will conduct a prescribed burn sometime between January 2023 and April 2023 at Daingerfield State Park. For additional information, call 903-645-2921. ONGOING Book Sale The Hughes Springs Area Public Library is holding an ongoing book sale during library hours. Suggested donations are one dollar per hardback and twenty-five cents per paper back book. Roceeds will be used for the library activities and supplies. Community Blood Pressure Clinic Thornton Healthcare Management will be hosting a Community Blood Pressure Clinic the second Thursday of each month at the community city in Hughes Springs. The clinic will be from 11 a.m. until...
Brahmas drop decisions to Dragons, Bears
A younger Pewitt baseball team has had to fight through injuries in a solid district race this season. The Brahmas got off to a fast start on Senior Night in search of their first district win. Recognized were Brahma seniors Hayden Green, Cole Batchelor, Tavion Brown, Kye Perry, Drew Hawkins and Conner Roche. There was lightning in the skies and on the basepaths in the first inning. However, after a 45-minute lightning delay, Redwater returned refreshed to the field and scored 11 unanswered runs to pick up a 13-2 win over the Brahmas. In the first inning, down 2-0 and after a walk...
Mustangs battle weather for Spring Break split
The Hughes Springs Mustangs spent their spring break last week on the diamond, battling not only district foes, but mother nature, as well. The Mustangs traveled to New Diana on April fourth, and after weathering storms and lightning delays, came home with a 12-0 shutout win. Their next game, originally scheduled for Friday, April 7, was moved to April 6, again against the New Diana Eagles. In this matchup, however, the Eagles were the victors, notching a 5-2 win. April 4 Hughes Springs: 12 New Diana: 0 Two Mustang Pitchers held the Eagles to two hits over five innings in the Mustang’s 12-0...
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